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Coming off the heels of the jaw-dropping 2020 Ford Explorer's reveal last week, Borgman Ford in Grand Rapids is pleased to share more details of the upcoming Ford Explorer ST and Hybrid models! Both of these vehicles offer a more specialized take on the 2020 Ford Explorer, with the ST being more performance-focused and the Hybrid offering improved fuel economy without sacrificing any adventure-readiness. All-New Ford Explorer Goes Faster And Further With Performance-Tuned ST and No-Compromise Hybrid A recent article in the Official Ford Media Center describes each exciting variant of the upcoming 2020 Ford Explorer - available in West Michigan later this year. Take a look at some excerpts from the article below: Completing its broadest-ever lineup of Explorer SUVs, Ford revealed two all-new models that will take Explorer drivers faster and further than ever before. ST thrills continue with all-new Explorer ST "This new generation of Explorer recognizes that every family - and every driver - is unique," said Hau Thai-Tang, Ford executive vice president, product development and purchasing. "With an all-new ST and an all-new hybrid, there truly is an Explorer for every adventure." Continuing the expansion of the ST brand, the all-new Explorer ST is the most powerful and fun-to-drive Ford SUV ever. Explorer Hybrid offers no-compromise efficiency Engineered by the Ford Performance team, Explorer ST uses a specially tuned 3.0-liter EcoBoost® engine projected to achieve 400 horsepower and 415 lb.-ft. of torque. A top speed target for track drivers stands at 143 mph. Ford is reinventing the standard for hybrids - introducing an entirely new generation of vehicles this year that bring out the best in hybrid capability with great performance and the freedom to go further. The all-new Explorer Hybrid, which features a 3.3-liter hybrid powertrain, is projected to produce a combined system 318 horsepower. An EPA-estimated range of more than 500 miles between gas station fill-ups is targeted for the rear-wheel-drive model.Read the full article by visiting Media.Ford.com. The New 2020 Ford Explorer ST and Hybrid: Arriving at Borgman Ford in Grand Rapids Summer 2019 The hotly-anticipated 2020 Ford Explorer ST and Hybrid SUVs will be available at Borgman Ford sometime during the summer. If you're planning your next exciting adventure in West Michigan this year and need a vehicle to match, Contact Us or visit our showroom and ask about the upcoming New Ford Explorer. When pre-orders open, we'll help you build and configure yours so it arrives ready to roll. Our customer service is what has set us apart for nearly 60 years. Check out our selection of New Ford SUVs and visit us anytime to go for a test drive. Our friendly and courteous sales staff is here to help you find the right vehicle for your needs, but will never pressure you into a sale. Come see why we're the Best in the West!

Borgman Ford in Grand Rapids is excited to share this sneak peek of the upcoming 2020 Shelby GT500 with auto enthusiasts in West Michigan! Boasting over 700 horsepower and a 0-60 time of around 3.5 seconds, this is the most powerful production Ford ever built - and it's street legal. Stealing the spotlight at the 2019 Detroit Auto Show, the Shelby GT500's arrival in the fall will mark the first time it and it's little sibling (the Shelby GT350) will be available at the same time. However, while previous versions of this monster have been more suited for the drag strip, the 2020 Shelby GT500 promises to do double-duty with enhancements for the track too. Check out the video from Ford Performance below, and read more about it in this latest press release from Ford: Most Powerful Street-Legal Ford in History: All-New Shelby GT500 Is the Most Advanced Mustang Ever for Street, Track or Drag Strip The all-new Shelby GT500 - the pinnacle of any pony car ever engineered by Ford Performance - delivers on its heritage with more than 700 horsepower for the quickest street-legal acceleration and most high-performance technology to date ever offered in a Ford Mustang. "Carroll was always working on the next faster Shelby, I think he would love this Mustang more than any other," said Jim Farley, Ford president, global markets. "A takedown artist, the new Shelby GT500 will surprise supercar owners with its Ford Performance racing tech, supercharged engine and visceral swagger." Arriving this fall to join its Shelby GT350 stablemate, Shelby GT500 is engineered to attack on all fronts. On the drag strip, a projected 700-plus horsepower delivers blistering straightline performance via its first-in-class dual-clutch transmission. At the track, performance improves even more thanks to its race-bred chassis, custom Michelin tires and the largest front brake rotors ever available on an American sports coupe. On the street, its menacing aerodynamic design and Ford Performance driver control technologies make every moment behind the wheel even more exhilarating. "With its supercar-level powertrain, the all-new Shelby GT500 takes the sixth-generation Mustang to a performance level once reserved only for exotics," said Hermann Salenbauch, global director, Ford Performance vehicle programs. "As a Mustang, it has to be attainable and punch above its weight. To that end, we've set a new standard among American performance cars with our most powerful street-legal V8 engine to date, plus the quickest-shifting transmission ever in a Mustang for all-out precision and speed." Carroll Shelby called the original Shelby GT500 "the first real car I'm really proud of." Today, that legacy continues with the third-generation 2020 Mustang Shelby GT500 - the most powerful and most advanced Mustang ever. Read the full press release by visiting 2020GT500.com. Contact Borgman Ford in Grand Rapids for All-New 2020 Shelby GT500 Info When the 2020 Shelby GT500 from Ford Performace hits the road later this year, it's sure to turn heads wherever it goes - be it the track, the drag strip, or cruising around Grand Rapids. From the aggressive body and stance to those sweet, sweet exhaust notes, it's perhaps the boldest statement you can make. If you've been dreaming about driving a performance car, especially one with the famous Cobra badge, be sure to Contact Us to start the ordering process. Our staff is here to help, and will happily answer any questions you may have. Come see why we're the Best in the West!

Borgman Ford is excited to share the newly-unveiled 2020 Ford Explorer with SUV shoppers and enthusiasts in Grand Rapids and West Michigan. The upcoming 2020 model is the result of the latest Ford tech available being implemented around painstaking market research. A tremendous amount of effort went into making sure SUV shoppers get everything they've wanted to see in a modern Ford SUV. With many new and class-exclusive features and a reorganized trim structure, there's a 2020 Ford Explorer for everyone. Whether it's keeping kids entertained on family road trips, rugged off-road adventures, or any West Michigan outing in between, the 2020 Ford Explorer is up for the task. Ford Explorer Redesigned From Ground Up: America's Favorite SUV Delivers More Power, Capability and Adventure Tech Ford recently published a lengthy press release all about the stunning New Ford Explorer on their Media Center, as well as the unveiling at Ford Field in Detroit. Borgman has gone through and selected some excerpts to give you a feel for what's in store when it arrives at our dealership later this year - check it out below! Ford introduced its all-new 2020 Explorer - a complete redesign of America's all-time best-selling SUV - that now features the broadest model lineup ever, more power and space, and smart new technologies to help tackle life's adventures. "Explorer drivers told us what they want - more capability, more power, more space," said Hau Thai-Tang, Ford's head of product development and purchasing. "They want more technology, not just for the driver, but for the whole family. And they want all of it with a beautifully sporty exterior. This new Explorer gives them all of that, and more, helping make every journey more enjoyable." Explorer is now more capable, comfortable, sportier and roomier in all three rows thanks to Ford's flexible new rear-wheel-drive architecture. Improved off-road capability comes courtesy of intelligent four-wheel drive and an available new Terrain Management SystemTM. Powertrain offerings include a 3.0-liter turbocharged EcoBoost® V6 projected to produce 365 horsepower and 380 lb.-ft. of torque using 93-octane gas, making this the most powerful Explorer ever. The Explorer lineup now features standard, XLT, Limited, Limited Hybrid, ST and Platinum models. "We obsessed about what Explorer customers need and want," said Bill Gubing, Explorer chief engineer. "We met with customer groups, pored through internet forums, and dissected social media posts to determine what they love about today's Explorer and understand their pain points. Then we found ways to improve it across the board. Every enhancement on this all-new Explorer was inspired by our customers." Building upon Ford's push to bring more driver-assist technology to market, the all-new Explorer introduces available Active Park Assist 2.0. The class-exclusive feature - standard on Explorer Platinum - allows the driver to park in a parallel or perpendicular spot with a touch of a button without having to work the steering wheel, gear shifter, gas pedal or brake pedal. Recrafted, quiet cabin offers more space and technology, including available 10.1-inch portrait-mounted touch screen with full-screen maps, traffic-sensing Ford Co-Pilot360TM driver-assist innovations and features that can help reduce stress such as available Reverse Brake Assist and Active Park Assist 2.0, which handles all steering, shifting, brake and accelerator controls during a parking maneuver with a touch of a button. Ford's recipe for Explorer has always relied on three main ingredients - capability, comfort and design. The new rear-wheel-drive architecture enables bumper-to-bumper improvements that include an even more athletic appearance, increased capability and the best passenger accommodations in an Explorer ever. To read the full press release announcing the New 2020 Ford Explorer, visit Media.Ford.com. The New 2020 Ford Explorer: Arriving at Borgman Ford in Grand Rapids Summer 2019 Be on the lookout for the newly-redesigned 2020 Ford Explorer, due to arrive at Borgman Ford sometime during the summer. If you're planning an adventure throughout West Michigan this year and need a vehicle up to the task, Contact Us or visit Borgman Ford today and ask about the upcoming New Ford Explorer. When the time comes, we'll help you build and configure yours so it arrives on our lot in Grand Rapids ready to hit the road, trail, beach, or wherever life takes you this summer. Our customer service is what has set us apart for nearly 60 years. Take a look at our New Ford SUV lineup and visit us anytime for a test drive. Our friendly and helpful staff is here to answer any questions you might have, but will never pressure you into a sale. Come see why we're the Best in the West!

Borgman Ford would like to wish everyone in Grand Rapids and West Michigan a very happy holiday, and that they arrive at their destinations safely this season. With many, many people traveling to see relatives or out doing some last-minute shopping, slick weather conditions and urgency can combine to make people feel a little less than jolly. With tensions higher than normal, some of us might succumb to getting angry with other motorists, or passengers speaking ...abruptly with their drivers. In a recent study, Ford found that these two things are the biggest contributors to added stress while driving. If you've ever driven up and down 28th Street, the East Beltline, or Alpine Avenue during the holidays you know all-too-well that more stress from inside the car is the last thing you need. While it's on us to restrain ourselves when holiday traffic puts us a little over the edge, Ford looked at the data and found much of these troubles stemmed from being distracted - whether it's a vehicle around you or the person who's driving you. A Ford-Conducted Survey Finds That Nagging Backseat Drivers Are A Key Source Of Stress On The Road This latest post from the Official Ford Media Center tells more about the study they did, and how their suite of driver-assist technologies like Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane-Keeping Assist can help mitigate some causes of holiday travel stress before they happen. Take a look in this excerpt below: Ford asked American drivers and their passengers about the pain points associated with holiday travel to better understand stressful driving triggers. They discovered that holiday road rage is a pervasive issue and key driver of stress. The study also points to a potential solution to backseat driving, as many backseat drivers say they would stop backseat driving if there was something that could help control their drivers' and other drivers' actions on the road. While our driver-assist technologies do not control drivers, they can help people stay in their lane or automatically brake for possible risks ahead, can help people drive confidently and potentially quiet backseat driver complaints. "Drivers already have to play defense against enough stressful driving scenarios during holiday road travel, between the traffic, bad road conditions, pedestrians and higher propensity of road rage," says Angela Cascaden, Edge consumer marketing manager at Ford Motor Company. "Ford Co-Pilot360TM, and other technology features in the new 2019 Ford Edge, are making cars smarter - helping drivers navigate stressful situations so they can enjoy the experience behind the wheel." Key reasons for backseat driving relate to two categories: various reckless actions while driving (92%) or reasons related to the driver's technique (82%). Specifically, top complaints within these categories include speed (68%), getting too close to another car (61%), distracted driving (51%), jerky stop-and-go driving (34%) and veering out of the lane unintentionally (33%). While Americans cannot control the road rage that surrounds them on the streets this holiday season, they can control the tensions happening right inside the car. Ease Travel Stress This Holiday & Year-Round in West Michigan Read the full article about Ford C-Pilot 360 Driver-Assist Technologies on Media.Ford.com. If traveling during the holidays puts a little on edge because of the snow or stress from traffic, visit our showroom today and ask about our Ford Vehicles with Co-Pilot 360 technologies. Our friendly and courteous sales staff will make sure all of your questions are answered, and will never pressure you into a sale. Please feel free to take one out for a test drive to experience what a New Ford has to offer - you can even trade vehicles with us for a day! Check our New Inventory, visit our Manager Specials page for the latest deals, or Contact Us with any questions you may have. Remember that at Borgman Ford, if you find a better deal elsewhere, let us know and we'll match it. We will not be undersold! Come see why we're the Best in the West!

While we patiently wait for the All-New 2019 Ford Ranger to arrive at the Borgman Ford Showroom in Grand Rapids, MI, we're pleased to share some exciting news. The EPA fuel estimates are in for next year, and the New Ranger is the most fuel-efficient gas-powered mid-size pickup in America. Adventure Further: All-New Ford Ranger Rated Most Fuel-Efficient Gas-Powered Midsize Pickup In America This recent article from the Official Ford Media Center explains more about how the Ford Ranger accomplished these efficiency numbers without compromising on power, capability, or "Built Ford Tough" quality. Take a look in these excerpts below: The adventure-ready 2019 Ford Ranger is the most fuel-efficient gas-powered midsize pickup in America - providing a superior EPA-estimated city fuel economy rating and an unsurpassed EPA-estimated combined fuel economy rating versus the competition. The all-new Ranger has earned EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 21 mpg city, 26 mpg highway and 23 mpg combined for 4x2 trucks. When configured as a 4x4, Ranger returns EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 20 mpg city, 24 mpg highway and 22 mpg combined. This is the best-in-class EPA-estimated city fuel economy rating of any gasoline-powered four-wheel-drive midsize pickup and it is an unsurpassed EPA-estimated combined fuel economy rating. "Midsize truck customers have been asking for a pickup that's Built Ford Tough," said Todd Eckert, Ford truck group marketing manager. "And Ranger will deliver with durability, capability and fuel efficiency, while also providing in-city maneuverability and the freedom desired by many midsize pickup truck buyers to go off the grid." Keep reading on Media.Ford.com. Pre-Order Your 2019 Ford Ranger at Borgman Ford in Grand Rapids, MI If you're counting down the days until the All-New 2019 Ford Ranger arrives in West Michigan, visit Borgman Ford and place your order today! Ordering now not only ensures you'll be one of the first to drive the New Ford Ranger, it also means you'll be able to custom-build your truck to meet your exact needs and tastes - right from the factory! The first of the New Ford Ranger pickups will arrive in early 2019. To get started with yours, please Contact Us or visit our showroom to talk with one of our friendly sales associates. Come see why we're the Best in the West!

Borgman Ford in Grand Rapids is always interested in learning about the latest advancements and innovations coming out of Ford. Whether these emerging technologies will be included in Ford vehicles for West Michiganders to enjoy, or play a part in their manufacturing and design, Ford has always operated from a position of leadership in the industry. From Fantasy To Reality: Ford's New $45 Million Advanced Manufacturing Center Bringing The Future To Life - Today Recently, Ford opened their brand new $45 million dollar Advanced Manufacturing Center in Michigan. Inside, they're experimenting with 3D printers, augmented and virtual reality, and robotics to find new ways to make the factories that build Ford Vehicles safer and more efficient. This article on the Official Ford Media Center gives us a glimpse behind the curtain - take a look at some excerpts below: Inside Ford's new Advanced Manufacturing Center, an engineer stands in front of a 3D printing machine churning out brake parts for Ford's soon-to-be-introduced Shelby Mustang GT500. Across the room, two team members strap on virtual reality headsets to design and simulate production lines, while another is working alongside a collaborative robot, programming a safer way to install a vehicle part. These technologies are no longer simply a Hollywood vision of the future. For Ford, which has been breaking new ground in auto production for more than a century, they are critical tools and technologies to improve the complex and demanding task of building cars and trucks. And this is all happening every day under one roof at the company's new $45 million Advanced Manufacturing Center in Redford. "More than 100 years ago, Ford created the moving assembly line, forever changing how vehicles would be mass-produced," said Joe Hinrichs, Ford's president of Global Operations. "Today, we are reinventing tomorrow's assembly line - tapping technologies once only dreamed of on the big screen - to increase our manufacturing efficiency and quality." Approximately 100 experts work at the development hub for cutting-edge manufacturing technologies, including 3D printing, augmented and virtual reality, robotics, digital manufacturing and more. Ford's investment co-locates approximately 100 advanced manufacturing technology experts and their specialized equipment in one open space. For Ford, this combination of advanced manufacturing expertise and a skilled workforce will continue to support their drive to mass produce the highest quality vehicles. Test Drive a New Ford Today at Borgman Ford in Grand Rapids, MI Read the full article on Media.Ford.com. Borgman Ford is your home in West Michigan for expertly-designed New Ford vehicles. What has set Borgman apart since 1960 is our commitment to customer satisfaction, transparency, and our fair-and-square deals. Throughout the whole sales process, our team will never try to deceive you or pressure you into signing anything. We want to make sure you find the right vehicle for your lifestyle, tastes, and budget, and that all of your questions are answered before pen hits paper. If you want to be absolutely sure you'll love one of the many New Ford Vehicles on our lot, ask about our Day Trader Program and swap vehicles with us for a day. Read more about Borgman's Fair Trade Deals and stop by anytime for a visit. We're the Best in the West and will not be undersold!

Here's the Truck Weekend Lineup on HISTORY®: Ford F-Series And History Launch Six-Hour Programming Event - 'Truck Weekend In America' Calling all West Michigan Ford Truck Fans! Be sure to tune in this weekend (or set your DVR) for "Truck Weekend in America" on the HISTORY® channel and presented by Ford. Borgman Ford is pleased to share this two day, six-hour programming event all about Ford trucks, including a tour of the factory, custom builders, truck vs. terrain competitions, and more. Check out the programming lineup below! "Truck Night in America" - Saturday, 8 p.m. EST "Truck Hunters" - Saturday, 9 p.m. EST "Born Tough: Inside the Ford Factory" - Saturday, 10 p.m. EST "Truck Night in America" - Sunday, 8 p.m. EST "American Restoration: Truck Edition" - Sunday, 9 p.m. EST "Trucks Transformed: Custom Culture" - Sunday, 10 p.m. EST "Rescue Trucks" - Sunday, 10:30 p.m. EST A recent article published by Ford tells more - take a look at some excerpts below: Beginning Saturday, November 10, the HISTORY® channel and Ford F-Series are launching "Truck Weekend in America" - a six-hour prime-time programming event that puts the automaker at the center of original storytelling throughout the weekend. This first-of-its-kind collaboration highlights Ford's truck legacy of toughness, heritage and performance. Ford F-Series is America's best-selling truck for 41 straight years and America's best-selling vehicle for 36 straight years. "More than a century ago Ford put America on wheels, and today our trucks are a vital part of the way people work, play and live," said Mark LaNeve, Ford vice president, U.S. marketing, sales and service. "'Truck Weekend in America' is a tribute to the passion of our engineers as well as our customers, and to both the history and the future of the pickup truck." Borgman Ford: Grand Rapids' Home For Built Ford Tough Trucks You can read the full article by visiting Media.Ford.com or get a sneak peek of Truck Weekend here. Whether you're inspired by the awesome lineup of Ford Trucks on the HISTORY® channel this weekend or want to drive something tougher than the West Michigan winter, Borgman Ford has over 100 different F-Series pickups to choose from. Take a look at our lineup and stop by our showroom anytime to test drive some of your favorites. Our staff will be more than happy to help you compare the capabilities and options of two or more trucks on our lot to find the one that's right for your needs, tastes, and budget. However, we will never pressure you into a sale, and will take the time to explain everything in front of you before you make a decision. If you see a better deal on a New Ford Truck somewhere else, show us and we'll match it. Come see why we're the Best in the West!

While Borgman Ford is always interested in what Ford sends to SEMA and sharing the cool cars with West Michigan, this year we wanted to share this story that warmed our hearts. The Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer, an organization created by two parents to honor their late son, received a brand-new 2019 Ford Explorer support their care programs. There are a number of ways the organization supports kids undergoing treatment for cancer, both physically and mentally, and one of them is something called Diversion Therapy. This is exactly what it sounds like: planned activities to help take patients' minds off of their circumstances. In this case, they were working on upgrading the Ford Explorer with a hoard of donated parts from aftermarket companies. This adventure-ready SUV was taken to SEMA this year and will be auctioned afterward - with the proceeds going toward survivor support programs. Check out the video below and read all about it in these excerpts from the Official Ford Media Center! Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer Kids Customize a Ford Explorer This past summer Ford donated a brand-new 2019 Ford Explorer Sport to the Austin Hatcher Foundation for the kids to customize into an eye-catching show vehicle. The high-performance Explorer will be part of the Ford display at this year's SEMA show in Las Vegas. It features a custom leather interior, performance engine upgrades, a custom outdoor theme body wrap, Yakima rooftop rack and kayak mounts. "Some kids got to work on the upholstery, some on the racks and some on the lights," said Johnathan Myren, Austin Hatcher Foundation's Industrial Arts Director. "It serves as a diversion from the things they're going through, and we see progress in terms of their cognitive function and fine motor skills." A number of aftermarket suppliers donated parts and services for the build, including BFGoodrich®, Yakima, RIGID® lights, Paragon Wheels, Borla® Exhaust, Hypertech, Traxda and Wizards Products. Wastegate Technologies and Wrap Artists created and installed the custom wrap, with Top Notch Customs LLC and Fully Loaded Interiors providing powder coating and custom leather interior. "I have to thank Ford Motor Company for allowing us to participate in this project," said Jim. "It's been awesome to see the kids working on this, and to hear the excitement in their voices when they finally got to see the finished product." To read the full article and to learn more about the Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer, visit Media.Ford.com. About Borgman Ford in Grand Rapids, MI Borgman Ford has always been a family owned and operated company serving West Michigan. Since we opened our doors in 1960 and every day since we operate on the golden rule: treat others as you would like to be treated. That's why we're proud to represent Ford, a company heavily invested in creative, philanthropic efforts. If you're searching for a New Ford or Pre-Owned Vehicle in West Michigan, visit us any time to see our selection. Our staff will make sure all of your questions are answered, but will never pressure you into a sale. Come see why we're the Best in the West!

Borgman Ford in Grand Rapids is cheering on Ford after their huge celebration in Wayne, MI this week. This event marked the start of production on the 2019 Ford Ranger, a hotly-anticipated revival of the popular midsize pickup truck. Ford Celebrates Production Start Of All-New 2019 Ranger Midsize Pickup And A New Era For A Storied American Factory This celebration marks not only the Ford Ranger's return but the beginning of a new generation of Ford vehicles, as the upcoming 2020 Ford Bronco will be produced here as well. Ford invited plant employees, journalists, UAW Union representatives, and others to drive pre-production Ford Ranger trucks around an obstacle course in the parking lot. It looked like a lot of fun too - check it out in the GIF below and read on for some excerpts from Ford's Official Media Center! For Michigan Assembly, a sprawling 369-acre plant in Wayne, Mich., which opened in 1957 building station wagons, the start of Ranger production marks a new era. The factory is set to build two high-profile vehicles again in the Ranger and all-new Bronco as American appetite for pickups and SUVs continues to grow. Ford has invested $850 million to build exciting new vehicles at Michigan Assembly Plant, including the all-new Ranger for North America and the highly anticipated new Ford Bronco, scheduled to begin production in 2020. "The revitalization of the Michigan Assembly Plant and renewed production of the Ford Ranger is another exciting chapter in our state's comeback story," Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder said. "This is also an opportunity to look toward its promising future with production of the all-new Ford Bronco on the horizon. I thank our partners at Ford for investing in Michigan and contributing to the Motor City's legacy as the automotive capital of the world." Ranger is designed for today's midsize truck buyer who blends city living with off-the-grid adventure. The midsize pickup will deliver utility, capability and technology those customers want and need. "We have been waiting for this day for a long time," said Michigan Assembly Plant Manager Erik Williams. "The Ranger is back home in the U.S., and our employees at Michigan Assembly Plant are thrilled to be able to build it for our customers. Pre-Order Your New Ford Ranger at Borgman Ford Today! Read the full article by visiting Media.Ford.com. If you want to be one of the very first in West Michigan to drive the All-New 2019 Ford Ranger, visit Borgman Ford in Grand Rapids today and get your order in! Our friendly and knowledgeable sales staff would be happy to show you through the ordering process and help you determine which configuration of the Ford Ranger is right for you. One of the benefits of ordering early is you get to pick and choose features, colors, fabrics, and more. Plus, when the 2019 Ford Ranger arrives in West Michigan in February, yours will be one of the first in line, reserved, and ready to roll. Beat the rush and pre-order your 2019 Ford Ranger at Borgman Ford today. Check out our Ford Ranger info page to read more about the truck, and then Contact Us or visit to get yours into the queue. Come see why Borgman is the Best in the West!

We imagine a good number of West Michigan Ford Performance fans know what carbon fiber is, or at the very least what it looks like. It's commonly found as a trim option in Ford vehicles with sport packages because of its widespread use in motorsports. Though purely aesthetic in this case, carbon technology has seen widespread use in aerospace, performance racing, and more recently in consumer goods because of its ultra light weight and incredible durability. The 'carbon' in carbon fiber is simply graphite (the same stuff that's in pencil lead,) which is just trillions of sheets of carbon atoms stacked on top of each other. A single, one-atom-thick sheet of perfectly-arranged carbon atoms is called graphene, and it's been one of the holy grails of nanomaterial since it was first isolated in 2004. Though the potential applications are immeasurable, it hasn't seen many practical applications because it's difficult and expensive to produce. Recently this has begun to change. Ford has recently managed to overcome those hurdles. With the help of Eagle Industries and XG Sciences, Ford found a way to introduce graphene into various coatings and foams used under the hood of Ford vehicles, boosting their strength and heat dissipation. Long story short, it was a rousing success and soon West Michigan Ford drivers will enjoy quieter vehicles with better-protected engine components. It is expected to go into production this year and will be included in the New Ford F-150 and Ford Mustang with more vehicles to follow. Cell Phones, Sporting Goods, And Soon, Cars: Ford Innovates With "Miracle" Material, Powerful Graphene For Vehicle Parts An article on the Official Ford Media Center tells more about how it was developed - check out some excerpts below! It's in cell phones and even some sporting goods - and soon, for the first time in automotive, it will be under the hood in Ford vehicles. Ford Motor Company is announcing the use of graphene - a two-dimensional nanomaterial - in vehicle parts. Dubbed a "miracle material" by some engineers, graphene is 200 times stronger than steel and one of the most conductive materials in the world. It is a great sound barrier and is extremely thin and flexible. Graphene is not economically viable for all applications, but Ford, in collaboration with Eagle Industries and XG Sciences, has found a way to use small amounts in fuel rail covers, pump covers and front engine covers to maximize its benefits. "The breakthrough here is not in the material, but in how we are using it," said Debbie Mielewski, Ford senior technical leader, sustainability and emerging materials. "We are able to use a very small amount, less than a half percent, to help us achieve significant enhancements in durability, sound resistance and weight reduction - applications that others have not focused on." In 2014, Ford began working with suppliers to study the material and how to use it in running trials with auto parts such as fuel rail covers, pump covers and front engine covers. Generally, attempting to reduce noise inside vehicle cabins means adding more material and weight, but with graphene, it's the opposite. Shop High-Tech New Ford Vehicles at Borgman Ford in Grand Rapids, MI Keep reading on Media.Ford.com. If you're searching West Michigan for a vehicle with the latest tech, both under the hood and in the cabin, visit Borgman Ford in Grand Rapids today! With nearly 400 New Ford Vehicles to browse, there's a vehicle here that suits your needs, tastes, and budget. Take a look at our New Ford Inventory and stop by anytime to go on a test drive! If you want to put one through the paces of your daily routine, ask us about our Day Trader Program and swap rides with us for a full day. If you have any questions, our friendly and courteous sales staff is here to help. Learn more about Borgman's Fair Trade Deals and come see why we're the Best in the West!

2019 Ford Ranger Production Begins December 2018 - Arrives in West Michigan in February The wait is almost over: the 2019 Ford Ranger goes into production very soon and pre-orders are now open at Borgman Ford in Grand Rapids! If you'd like to be one of the very first in West Michigan to drive the all-new Ranger, visit today and talk to one of our experts about features, trims, and pricing. The 2019 Ford Ranger will begin to ship to dealers in February 2019. All-New Ford Ranger Is Adventure-Ready With Best-in-Class Payload, Gas Engine Torque And Towing Capability If you'd like to know a little more about the New Ranger, the Official Ford Media Center recently posted an update about just how capable and tough the new truck really is. Learn more about the payload, towing, and power of the mid-sized pickup in the excerpts below: It's almost here. As the 2019 Built Ford Tough Ranger nears production, Ford announces its all-new midsize pickup for North America will deliver best-in-class payload, gas torque and towing capability. "Think of Ranger as the biggest and most capable backpack for your gear," says Rick Bolt, Ford Ranger chief engineer. "With 1,860 pounds of maximum payload, Ranger can haul nearly a ton of gear to enable your next adventure." Anchored by a high-strength steel frame and robust solid rear axle with Hotchkiss suspension, Ranger can conventionally tow more than any gas engine truck in its class - 7,500 pounds when equipped with the tow package and a trailer brake controller. You can read the full article by visiting Media.Ford.com. Pre-Order Your New 2019 Ford Ranger at Borgman Ford in Grand Rapids, MI If you're one of the many truck fans in West Michigan eagerly-awaiting the arrival of the New Ford Ranger, visit our showroom in Grand Rapids to place your order. Doing this now will ensure that your new truck will be among the first to arrive in Grand Rapids, and is built to the exact configuration you'd like. Our friendly and highly-knowledgeable staff would be happy to assist you. Take a look at this 2019 Ford Ranger Fact Sheet. If you're looking for a Ford Tough Truck today, Borgman Ford has one of the largest selections in the West Michigan area, and our team can match you with one that fits your needs and your budget. Take a look at our New Ford Truck Inventory and if you see something you like, ask about our Day Trader Program and test drive it for a full day. Come see why Borgman is the Best in the West!

The New 2019 Ford Edge ST has started rolling into West Michigan, and Borgman Ford can't wait to see auto enthusiasts get behind the wheel of this thing. Boasting 335 horsepower and 380 lb.-ft. of torque, the Edge ST screams up to 60 mph in under 6 seconds and has proven to be the fastest ST-badged vehicle to date. To celebrate the launch of this exciting sports SUV, The Official Ford Media Center has put together a 7-minute mini-documentary about the Edge ST and the ST brand in general, broken into 3 videos on YouTube. We've embedded them for your convenience below, or you can head over to Media.Ford.com to see each accompanying write-up. Enjoy! New 2019 Ford Edge & Edge ST: Now Available at Borgman Ford in Grand Rapids West Michigan SUV shoppers and enthusiasts alike can find the latest and greatest iteration of the Ford Edge at Borgman Ford! The 2019 Edge has just started to ship, but we'll be getting more and more inventory in the coming weeks. You can see our 2019 Ford Edge Inventory online, or please feel free to Contact Us if you'd like to custom-order exactly what you want. Come see why we're the Best in the West!