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How do I charge my Ford Mustang Mach-E?
Wednesday, September 30th, 2020
2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E Charging Guide
Though the switch to electric vehicles is seeming more and more inevitable with each passing week, some prospective customers find themselves a bit intimidated by the prospect of change. At the most basic level, it can be frightening to have to figure out the new charging technology.
Luckily, Ford is here to help. The videos below will outline all the main points of charging your Mustang Mach-E; you’ll learn how to use the Ford Mobile Charger, how to charge at home, and how to charge on-the-go. Happy zapping!
(more…)How do I use all the cameras in my Chevy Silverado?
Wednesday, September 30th, 2020
Chevy Silverado Camera Technology Guide
The current-gen Silverado is outfitted with an incredible array of cameras. In total, users will find up to fifteen available camera views to make use of. These handy gizmos can help with maneuvering, lane changing, towing, and more. Overall, they help bring a welcome additional dose of confidence to your drive.
Cameras on the Silverado include a birds-eye view through HD Surround Vision, side mirror cameras that cut down on blind spots, and a rearview mirror surface that doubles as a video screen. For a helpful guide on how to best make use of all this technology, check out the handy videos below!
(more…)Why does Wisconsin call it a bubbler?
Sunday, September 27th, 2020
Bubbler History and Etymology
Several stereotypes come to mind when most people think about the Badger State: a penchant for cheese, religious devotion to the Green Bay Packers, and some unique dialectical choices. Falling into this final category is the widespread use of the the word “bubbler,” in reference to the individual drinking fountains that most of the rest of the English-speaking world refers to as, well, drinking fountains.
It’s nothing new to point out that Wisconsinites use the word “bubbler;” the word was referenced as a “You Know You’re From Milwaukee When…” giveaway in newspapers as far back as the 1960s. But why, exactly, is this term so firmly seared onto Wisconsin tongues?
(more…)How hard is it to travel between cities in an EV?
Wednesday, September 23rd, 2020
Electric Vehicle Road Trip Tips and Feasibility
With almost all major automakers announcing major electric vehicles to be released in the next few years, it seems the era of the EV is fast coming upon us. Many drivers are excited for this change that will bring a multitude of blessings to the environment and, hopefully, their pocketbooks.
But as with anything new, there are a lot of questions in the air. One query that often gets asked is,
“how can I take a road trip in an electric vehicle?”
What are the tow features on my Ford vehicle and how can I use them?
Monday, August 31st, 2020
Ford Towing Video Guide Compilation
The latest Ford vehicles are outfitted with an impressive array of towing capabilities. It can be hard, however, to keep up with how best to take advantage of this continually improving technology.
Luckily, Ford has put together some helpful videos on the subject. Whether you’re wondering how to flat tow a Ford F-150 or how to set up a 5th wheel trailer with the backup assist feature, you’ll likely finally find you answers in the videos we’ve compiled below.
So view on and educate yourself on how best to tow with your modern Ford vehicle!
(more…)What is the Cadillac LYRIQ?
Saturday, August 29th, 2020
Cadillac LYRIQ Verses and Coda Video Compilation
You’ve likely heard tell of the Cadillac LYRIQ. This machine is a remarkable electric SUV that Cadillac describes as aiming to connect, “heart to mind, soul to body and human to machine.” The vehicle represents the dawn of a new era for the automaker, sparking off an automotive future that aims to quickly become entirely electric.
To better give you an idea of just what the LYRIQ is all about, Cadillac has produced some videos that equate to a vehicular piece of music. The LYRIQ gets five verses and a concluding Coda. For your convenience, we’ve compiled them all below.
So sit back and absorb, and hopefully by the end you too will be referring to the Cadillac LYRIQ as, “poetry in electrified motion.”
(more…)Is Buick a luxury car?
Saturday, August 22nd, 2020
Buick vehicles are remarkable products. They certainly give off a luxurious air wherever they travel. However, the price points of some Buick models seem to bring a near impossible value for the machine. Can a top-tier ride really be had at such a great price? Is Buick a luxury car or not?
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