This top-of-the-line pickup truck is a man’s vehicle, presenting tremendous torque and towing capabilities while also providing a smooth ride.  Customers of Visalia Ford have always been pleased with the quality of service and Ford vehicles.

The 2011 Ford F-250 Lariat, available at this Albuquerque Ford dealer, offers tremendous power.  Truck shoppers usually have power on their minds when looking for a truck, and the Ford F-250 will impress even the pickiest shoppers.  With its V8 engine, the 2011 Ford F-250 Lariat provides great power and acceleration through the toughest of terrain.

The 2011 Ford F-250 Lariat also offers a 300 horsepower engine at 5,000 RPM.  That kind of horsepower is among the most powerful available and explains the tremendous towing and hauling capabilities of this vehicle.  The 2011 Ford F-250 also gets 365 lb-ft of torque, showing that it can haul and tow anything that needs to be transported.  The power and hauling capabilities are tremendous on this vehicle.  This, coupled with the tremendous cargo space on the flat bed, makes for a perfect man’s vehicle.

2011 Ford F-250 for Albuquerque Ford Truck Fans

The 2011 Ford F-250 Lariat, available from this Albuquerque Ford dealer, also presents car buyers with great features and options.  The Ford F-250 is not only built to be tough, but it is also built to provide maximum comfort and style for its passengers.  Car buyers will find that this vehicle presents great features like AM/FM radio, CD player, 12 Volt power outlet, trip computer, delayed/fade courtesy lights, power steering, power locks, power windows, service interval indicator and variable intermittent wipers.

The safety features on the 2011 Ford F-250 Lariat are impressive and will keep AlbuquerqueFord drivers and passengers safe.  Safety is always a top priority for Ford and their vehicles really show the work and development of this philosophy.  Some of the safety features car buyers can look forward to on the 2011 Ford F-250 Lariat include electronic brake distribution, front and side impact airbags, front and rear roof airbag, four wheel disc brakes, immobilizer, peripheral anti-theft protection, two head restraints and ABS brakes.

Don Chalmers Ford is excited that the technologically-advanced 2011 Ford Escape will soon make its way to New Mexico.  As one of the leading Albuquerque Ford dealers, Don Chalmers Ford should be the place customers turn to make an "Escape" of their own.

So how about a proverbial "look under the hood" to see why so many are excited about the high-tech features at work in the new Ford Escape?

SYNC with Traffic, Directions&Information leverages industry-leading voice-recognition software, integrated GPS technology and drivers' Bluetooth®-capable mobile phone. SYNC's new applications provide simple hands-free access to personalized traffic reports, precise turn-by-turn driving directions, and up-to-date information including business listings, news, sports, and weather.

Albuquerque Ford Dealer Appreciates Escape

The 2011 Ford Escape offers two tech features especially aimed at helping drivers see more of the road around them.  Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors do their best to eliminate a driver's blind spot. When traffic enters the driver's blind spot on either side of the vehicle, it is visible in a secondary convex mirror, helping provide a broader peripheral view.  The available Rear View Camera System uses an exterior camera embedded in the rear of the vehicle to help enhance visibility directly behind the vehicle when it is in reverse.

To help encourage safe teen driving in New Mexico, Escape also comes standard with the Ford-exclusive MyKey system. Parents simply program the vehicle key through the message center to incorporate features such as:

• Limited top speed of 80 mph
• Traction control system that limits tire spin cannot be deactivated
• Audio system volume limited to 44 percent of maximum volume
• A speed alert chime at 45, 55 or 65 mph

2011 Ford Escape in Albuquerque – Performance

Ford Escape continues to offer advanced powertrain options that maximize performance and fuel efficiency. Buyers can choose a 171-horsepower, 2.5-liter I-4 engine with Intake Variable Cam Timing (i-VCT) or an available 3.0-liter V-6 that produces 240 horsepower with i-VCT. A five-speed manual transmission is standard with the I-4 engine; I-4 buyers can also opt for the fuel-saving six-speed automatic transmission that's standard on V-6 models.

Refined aerodynamics and low-rolling-resistance tires also enhance fuel economy while contributing to a quiet, refined cabin environment. The powertrain also incorporates electronic throttle control (ETC). This technology replaces the manual linkage between accelerator and throttle with a control unit that calculates the optimal throttle position from a number of sensors. ETC is a form of state-of-the-art, drive-by-wire technology.

Albuquerque Ford drivers should consider the all-new Ford Escape and all of its technological advancements when they make their next SUV purchase from Don Chalmers Ford.

For more information or to set up a test-drive of the 2011 Ford Escape in Albuquerque, stop by Don Chalmers Ford, the leading Albuquerque Ford dealer.

Don Chalmers Ford, the leading New Mexico Ford dealership is happy to offer an extensive inventory of new and used vehicles to all Albuquerque Ford shoppers.

However, they are even more excited to be a member of the Albuquerque community. Don Chalmers Ford prides itself on not only offering quality vehicles but also on lending a hand. Always involved in a myriad of service projects, Don Chalmers is especially pleased with their partnership with the Albuquerque Public School's Career Enrichment Center Automotive Program.

Education and the Albuquerque Ford Dealership

For the last six years Don Chalmers Ford has welcomed students for a one-of-a-kind hands on experience. As the only Albuquerque Ford dealership to partner with the Career Enrichment Center, Don Chalmers Ford aims to educate participating local students about all aspects of the automotive industry. Students selected for the apprenticeship have a B average or higher, have a good attendance record, and demonstrate an understanding for the rules of behavior.

About 5-10 students a year get the chance to work alongside John Toomey, Don Chalmers Ford's master technician. For three to four weeks the students receive on the job training, working in the service center, parts department, and body shop. In addition to those areas of the Albuquerque Ford Dealership, Toomey also spends time with each student educating them about available career paths, financial and credit aspects of the business, engineering and design, and the value of a college education in the automotive industry.

Current student apprentice, Nadia Segui has greatly enjoyed the time she has gotten to spend at Don Chalmers Ford. From Sandia High School, Segui has always been interested in the automotive industry; and for her, this experience has been a good way to figure out which career path she may like to follow. Working side by side with Toomey she says, "I've always loved working with cars. This is so cool to be getting this experience, and to have Mr. Toomey here to answer all my questions."

Visit Your Albuquerque Ford Dealer

Don Chalmers Ford is open six days a week and is conveniently located at 2500 Rio Rancho Blvd in Rio Rancho. With an on-site service department, two quick lane centers, a state-of-the-art body shop, and parts department, Don Chalmers Ford is there for all of your car buying and driving needs.

In addition to offering unbeatable automotive customer service, your Albuquerque Ford dealer is also committed to being a green business and to improving the community.

To learn more about their community projects or to browse their extensive inventory visit their website or call 505-890-2254 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting           505-890-2254   end_of_the_skype_highlighting today!