The weather is warming and you’re getting antsy to head on your first Michigan adventure of the season: kayaking, hiking, vineyard touring, or camping. These activities (and more!) are more enjoyable when everything functions as expected, including your vehicle. Before you head out, ensure your vehicle is up to speed by having Borgman Ford check your necessities in a quick tune-up service appointment! Below are things you should check to ensure your adventure rides smooth in every way possible.

Check Your Oil and Coolant

If you’re tacking on miles, ensure your oil change is up to date to preserve engine performance, and checking your coolant is essential to avoid overheating in the balmy Michigan summers. Ensuring everything is leak-free under the hood ensures a no-worry trip.

Lights and Wipers

Sometimes overlooked, these components are essential for navigating at night, especially in the event of an unexpected rainstorm. Check every light, including brake and blinkers, to reduce collision risk. Grab spares if it’s been a while and store in the glove box to avoid nighttime safety risks!

Brakes and Tires

(and have a spare wheel!) Adventure driving is synonymous with encountering windy roads and big hills, so make sure your brakes and pads are in tip-top shape and that your tires have been recently aligned for optimal wear and performance. Borgman can check the details for any notable damage such as surface and tread wear, inflections, and bubbles. It’s a smart idea to invest in a spare wheel for an accidental flat on the road, too. If you’re not comfortable changing your own tire, keep Ford’s Roadside Assistance contact information on hand for 24/7 assistance.

Steering

When driving, listen for abnormal engine sounds, vibrations and suspensions. Borgman offers thorough steering checks to ensure your vehicle isn’t pulling you in any direction for safe navigation during long drives.

Outfit Your Ford

If you’re interested in taking your vehicle for more than just an average road trip, consider the outfitting options available from various companies made either in partnership with Ford or endorsed by Ford. Tried-and-true brands like Yakima, Thule, and Malone make roof and bike racks for almost all car models! If you have a Ford Ranger, you’re in luck; this year, Yakima released a line of accessories constructed specifically for optimizing the Ford Ranger for adventure, and include kayak racks, bike racks, truck-bed storage solutions, and truck-bed tents. If you need help installing any of these items, don’t hesitate to ask your service professional at Borgman Ford!

Pack your bags, organize your car, and check off each of the safety to-dos above, and you’re ready to ride. Your Borgman Ford service specialists are eager to assist in summer-adventure prep. We’re dedicated to ensuring your Michigan Adventure is as safe and smooth as possible. Schedule an appointment today and remember to check our monthly service specials – we look forward to serving you!

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The SUV and CUV trend is at an all-time high, and automakers are taking note. With several manufacturers soon ceasing the production of sedans and compact vehicles (Ford included), your interest is piquing: why an SUV or CUV? At Borgman Ford, we’re excited to help you find the most versatile car for your lifestyle, and Ford’s new 2019 lineup of vehicles will sate both your desire for thrilling performance and everyday usability. If you’re a compact car driver considering the switch to a practical powerhouse, look no further than Borgman Ford Mazda.

The automotive industry is predicting a permanent trend toward trucks, SUVs, and CUVs.

Lifestyle and Practicality

There’s a reason SUVs and CUVs were deemed “an instrument of athleisure” by Bloomberg. With nearly half of the U.S. population being involved in consistent outdoor endeavors, families and independent Millennial and Gen Xers are making health their lifestyle, not just a hobby, which means they need their equipment for adventure on hand. SUVs and CUVs have the ground clearance for off-road riding and can carry (or tow) your equipment on the weekends-from paddle boards to mountain bikes-and still offer the smooth, on-road ride you desire from a compact. There are no limitations with a SUV or CUV; these capable vehicles are built to travel with ease in the city, ride the rugged roads in the mountains, and offer competitive commuter MPG and comfort.

Performance and Fuel Economy

…is no longer just for sports cars and compact machines. Today’s SUVs and CUVs offer up to the same horsepower as your favorite two-door style stunner, and fall within the desired MPG range for eco-conscious buyers. Within Ford’s lineup, drivers have the option of vehicles that feature Auto Start-Stop Technology for fuel preservation, turbocharged EcoBoost engines with horsepower options, and EcoBoost Class II Trailer Tow Package for a tow rating up to 3,500 lbs. The three-engine options allow you to choose your desired balance between performance and efficiency.

Safety and Comfort

There’s no doubt that being on the road amid a sea of vehicles can be stressful. SUVs and CUVs ease the concern for safety and provide a luxuriously comfortable interior and design to support short commutes and long adventures. Sit higher to see better, feel safe in a structured mid-size design, and do it in style. On the road and in crashes, SUVs are proven to provide a higher survival rate. Ford implements features such as AdvanceTrac Electronic Stability Control (ESC) for assisted control and traction, Blind Spot Information System and cross-traffic alert, and forward collision brake support to cover your safety bases at all times. In addition, Ford’s SUV and CUV lineup tests well on both front and side crash ratings, and builds panel roofs to protect in the event of a roll over. SUVs and CUVs naturally weigh more than compact or sedan vehicles, automatically placing you on a safer scale while navigating the road.

Whether you’re looking for a sleek, low profile performance CUV (take a look at the Ford EcoSport) or a performance, do-it-all SUV (hello, Ford Edge ST!), Borgman can fit you with the right vehicle for your lifestyle. Stop by anytime to view our lineup of New 2019 Ford Vehicles and take advantage of our Day Trader Program to try your SUV or CUV of interest on an extended test drive!

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Borgman is proud to be your partner in commercial transportation solutions. One of the things that sets us apart is our ability to help you navigate the suite of options available on commercial class vehicles to suit your exact specifications.

This expertise is especially helpful in the configuration of a Transit Cargo Van or Transit Connect, where there are 64 body types to mix an match in combinations of load-floor length and roof height to suit your needs.

Every Configuration Under The Sun…Build A Transit To Get The Job Done

Available with your choice of three roof heights, three lengths, two wheelbases and three powerful engines, Transit Cargo Van has the versatility to handle any type of business you throw at it. Plus, with its ease of upfitting, Transit Cargo Van will be able to keep up with the changing demands of your business.

Capable Payloads

From light to heavy loads, no matter your job’s requirements, the Transit Cargo Van delivers the capability you need. Transit Cargo Van has a GVWR range from 8,600 lbs. to 10,360 lbs. Payloads go up to 4,640 lbs.

$1,000 Upfit Assistance Plus Generous Rebates Up to $3,750 through May 31st, 2019

There’s no time like the present to expand your fleet of vans, whether you’re a mobile pet groomer, a parcel delivery service, or a service provider. Conquest cash with Ford Financing nets $2,250 to $3,750 off of Transit Cargo Vans and Passenger Vans with $1,000 in upfit assistance. In addition to the range of cargo and passenger van options in the Transit line, there are extensive options available for Stripped Chassis/Cutaway models as well. Check out the extensive selection of Upfits available to create a vehicle customized to your need.

Stripped Chassis/Cutaway Upfits

• Utility Body
• Service Body
• Flatbed/Stake Body
• PDV/Cube Body
• Ambulance Body
• Shuttle Bus Body
• CNG & LPG Conversions
• Shop Upfits Here

If you’re in the market for a flexible, capable, Built-Ford-Tough® van, talk to us at our Certified Commercial vehicle center. We have the knowledge, experience and inventory to make for a seamless purchase.Call Tod Tobin – (616) 710-2209 or Zech Keen – (616) 249-8887 for help and to get started. See our full selection of New Ford Transit Vans and Wagons and come see why we’re the Best in the West!

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Borgman Ford is excited to share a new feature of the FordPass App! Thanks to a recent integration with Amazon Key, a service that grants temporary access to your home for securely delivering your Amazon Prime packages, Amazon is now able to deliver those directly to your Ford Vehicle as well. The FordPass App puts you in control of the process without the need for you to micromanage every step. Using the same technologies you use to lock, unlock, and locate your vehicle, Amazon last-mile personnel will be able to temporarily do the same – ensuring your delivered goods are safe and secure.

The process looks like this: Amazon Prime customers with a FordPass-equipped vehicle would select this delivery option at checkout. Once the package is out for delivery, the courier would be sent GPS Coordinates to the location of your vehicle, and their device would be allowed to unlock your trunk. After the package is placed securely inside, they will then be prompted to lock your vehicle and you will be sent a notification. This confirms both the successful delivery and that your vehicle has been locked. Though you’ll set a delivery window beforehand, you’ll be able to reschedule or modify aspects of your delivery too. For instance, if you needed to leave for an unexpected meeting across town during the workday.

This recent addition only adds to the suite of features available on the FordPass App with connected Ford vehicles. Read more about FordPass here, or download the app on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store to see for yourself.

Explore Other Benefits of the FordPass App at Borgman Ford in Grand Rapids, MI

If you’re curious about all of the latest features available in the 2019 Ford Lineup, or Borgman Ford is your home for the latest in FordPass-Equipped Vehicles and support. Our friendly Sales and Service staff are here to help you stay better-connected while cruising around Grand Rapids and West Michigan this summer and make sure all of your questions are answered. If you’re new to the FordPass App, we’d be happy to show you all of the exciting features included, such as the ability to lock, unlock, and start your vehicle from your phone, set up speed and geofencing alerts, locate your car in a crowded parking lot, and more. We’ll also be happy to guide you through setting up in-vehicle delivery with your Amazon Prime Account too!

Ready to get started? Stop by anytime for a visit and check out our lineup of New 2019 Ford Vehicles, or inquire about upgrade options – we’ll be happy to help! While you’re here, you can make sure your vehicle is in tip-top shape over at our Service Center, and feel free to take your favorite New Ford vehicle out for an extended test drive with our Day Trader Program. Come see what makes Borgman the Best in the West!

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Borgman Ford in Grand Rapids applauds Ford for their continued efforts in electric vehicle research. Over the last 5 years or so, electric vehicles have been gaining some traction as barriers like cost and charging time start to come down. At the same time their biggest hurdle, range, has been nearing or even exceeding that of similarly-sized gasoline-powered vehicles.

Ford has been looking for opportunities to expand its electric vehicle portfolio for some time, with popular vehicles such as the Ford F-150 getting EV options in the near future. To supplement their efforts, Ford has also recently invested $500 million in the electric vehicle company Rivian. Through this strategic partnership, Ford and Rivian will team-up to create an all-new electric Ford Vehicle using Rivian’s proven skateboard platform, and we’re excited to see what they do.

Rivian Announces $500 Million Investment From Ford; Partnership To Deliver All-New Ford Battery Electric Vehicle

A recent article from the Official Ford Media Center tells more about Rivian and provides some insight as to what both can achieve and learn from each other. Here are some highlights: Rivian today announced an equity investment of $500 million from Ford Motor Company. In addition to the investment, the companies have agreed to work together to develop an all-new, next-generation battery electric vehicle for Ford’s growing EV portfolio using Rivian’s skateboard platform.

“This strategic partnership marks another key milestone in our drive to accelerate the transition to sustainable mobility,” said RJ Scaringe, Rivian founder and CEO. “Ford has a long-standing commitment to sustainability, with Bill Ford being one of the industry’s earliest advocates, and we are excited to use our technology to get more electric vehicles on the road.”

“We are excited to invest in and partner with Rivian,” said Bill Ford, Ford’s executive chairman.

“I have gotten to know and respect RJ, and we share a common goal to create a sustainable future for our industry through innovation.”

Rivian already has developed two clean-sheet vehicles with adventurers at the core of every design and engineering decision. The company’s launch products – the five-passenger R1T pickup and seven-passenger R1S SUV – will deliver up to 400-plus miles of range and provide an unmatched combination of performance, off-road capability and utility, starting in late 2020.

Shop Electric or Hybrid Ford Vehicles at Borgman Ford in Grand Rapids, MI

You can read the full article by visiting Media.Ford.com. New and exciting electric vehicles are on their way to West Michigan over the next few years, and whether you’re drawn to their near-instantaneous torque or doing your part to preserve West Michigan, Ford is working hard to deliver on both fronts.

With a number of electric options coming to existing Ford vehicles and a completely new one on the way, stay tuned here for any updates from Ford regarding their electric and hybrid lineup. If you’re looking for a New Ford Electric or Hybrid Vehicle today, check out Borgman’s selection or stop by our showroom to take one for a spin. Our friendly and courteous sales staff will make sure all of your questions are answered, but will never pressure you into a sale. Read more about our history and dedication to the customer on our Redcoat Traditions page, and come see why we’re the Best in the West!

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Borgman Ford loves the Ford Mustang, and it’s been a lot of fun watching the iconic sports car evolve over the years. What we enjoy most about the vehicle isn’t the goosebump-inducing sound they make when they fire up, the thrill of setting up for a corner or even cruising the West Michigan lakeshore with the top down in the summer. Our favorite aspect is the community – people of all walks of life connecting over the love of this American icon.

Mustang Claims Title Of Best-Selling Sports Coupe In The World For Fourth Straight Year

With how open and welcoming the community is (and all of the reasons listed before that) it’s no mystery why the Ford Mustang has claimed the title of “Best-Selling Sports Coupe On Earth” for four years in a row now. A recent article on the Official Ford Media Center tells more about why people all over the world flock to the Mustang. Check it out: As Ford marks Mustang’s 55th anniversary on this National Mustang Day, enthusiasts everywhere are celebrating the world’s best-selling sports coupe for the fourth consecutive year.

From Australia to Peru, Mustang reigns as the best-selling sports coupe in the world for 2018, selling 113,066 cars, according to data from IHS Markit. 2018 not only marks the fourth straight year of Mustang’s global leadership as world’s best-selling sports coupe, but also as best-selling sports car in the United States, where Ford sold 75,842 Mustangs last year.

“We broke the mold when Ford launched the Mustang 55 years ago,” said Jim Farley, Ford president, global markets. “Nothing says freedom, the wind in your hair and the joy of driving like Mustang; it’s an icon. The roar of its V8 on a spring day, there’s nothing better.”

Shop New Ford Mustang at Borgman Ford in Grand Rapids

Read more about the Ford Mustang on Media.Ford.com. Start your next adventure in West Michigan behind the wheel of a New Ford Mustang from Borgman Ford! No matter if you prefer the fastback coupe, the convertible, or something a bit more powerful for the track, check out Borgman’s Online Inventory and click the red “Schedule Test Drive” button, or Contact Us to custom-build one to meet your needs and tastes.

If you have any questions about the New Ford Mustang, our friendly and knowledgeable staff are more than willing to help, but will never pressure you into a sale. Remember, if you see a better deal on a New Ford Mustang elsewhere, show us and we’ll match it – we will not be undersold. Come see why we’re the Best in the West!

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Borgman Ford is excited to share the recently-unveiled 2020 Ford Escape with SUV fans in West Michigan! Redesigned top to bottom, the 2020 Escape’s bold new look compliments some significant changes to the powertrain, and by all accounts, it’s a blast to drive.

The article posted in the Official Ford Media Center announcing the New 2020 Ford Escape was extensive. It covers a variety of topics including the exterior and interior design, powertrain overhaul including plug-in hybrid variants, driving dynamics, infotainment features, and much more.

With Ford expanding their SUV lineup for 2020 and beyond, we feel the sportier look for the New Ford Escape puts necessary emphasis on what has made it a favorite for the last 18 years. It’s stylish, affordable, light on its feet, and most of all, it’s fun to drive. Read some excerpts from the announcement by Ford below, and be on the lookout at Borgman this fall when the 2020 Escape arrives.

All-New Ford Escape Brings Style and Substance to Small SUVs with Class-Leading Hybrids, Flexibility and Exclusive Technology

With the reveal of the stylish new Escape, featuring the small SUV’s best-ever performance, flexibility, and smart new technology, Ford is reinventing the model that helped drive the popularity of the segment.

Escape, which debuted the world’s first hybrid SUV in 2005, brings back two hybrid choices for 2020, a standard hybrid and a plug-in variant, and introduces technologies ranging from drive modes and driver-assist features to electric vehicle ingenuity and onboard connectivity.

“This all-new Escape brings a sleeker, sportier design with the capability to take you on just about any of your life’s adventures,” said Kumar Galhotra, Ford’s president, North America.

To create a sportier look for the all-new Escape, designers turned to some of the most high-profile sports cars in the Ford showroom. The shield-shaped trapezoidal grille is inspired by the sixth-generation Mustang, while the lower front end borrows from Ford GT. Compared to the current model, the all-new Escape stands lower, wider and longer.

“This new vehicle performs like no other Escape before,” said Jim Hughes, Escape chief program engineer. “It’s quick, it’s responsive and, in staying true to the standard set by three generations of Escapes before it, it’s a heck of a lot of fun to drive.”

With a selectable drive mode system standard across the lineup, Escape makes it easy for Escape owners to create the driving experience they desire – or the one that conditions demand. Modes are tailored for normal, eco, sport and slippery, plus snow and sand conditions.

Keep reading on Media.Ford.com, or visit the New 2020 Ford Escape Microsite.

Pre-Order Your 2020 Ford Escape at Borgman Ford in Grand Rapids, MI

If you want to be among the first in West Michigan to drive the All-New 2020 Ford Escape, visit the Borgman Ford showroom in Grand Rapids and talk to us about placing a pre-order. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff will be happy to help you navigate the process, as well as go over which features would best compliment your lifestyle and budget.

If you’re shopping for a New Ford SUV today, check out Borgman Ford’s huge selection of New Ford Escapes and click the red “Schedule Test Drive” button on your favorite. If you want to be sure you’ll love cruising West Michigan this summer in a New Ford Escape, swap rides with us for a day through our Day Trader Program. If you see a better deal on a New Ford Escape elsewhere, let us know and we’ll match it – we will not be undersold. Come see why we’re the Best in the West!

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People and businesses in West Michigan that depend on hard-working and trucks to get things done with an emphasis on keeping the occupants safe. That’s why Borgman Ford was so excited to hear about the New 2019 Ford F-150’s stellar performance during recent testing at the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, or IIHS.

Results showed that the Built Ford Tough truck outperformed all 11 other trucks in its class on the passenger-side small overlap front crash test, and was the only truck to earn the top-tier good rating in every category. This is all coming off the heels of being awarded a five-star overall vehicle score by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, plus a five-star rating for driver and passenger for all crash test modes.

Ford F-150 Is Best Performing Pickup Truck In IIHS Passenger-Side Safety Testing; Earns All Good Ratings

This article from the Official Ford Media Center tells more about the testing, and how Ford Engineers were able to achieve these impressive results. Take a look below: The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has released test results showing that among all light-duty crew cab pickups measured in small overlap front crash testing for both driver and passenger, the 2019 Ford F-150 is the only truck to earn its top-tier good rating in all categories. Among 11 pickups, F-150 is also on top as the best performer in passenger-side small overlap front crash testing.

“F-150’s smart engineering, plus the innovative combination of its high-strength steel frame and high-strength, military-grade, aluminum alloy body continues to demonstrate enduring customer benefits – from repeated class-leading crash test performance to best-in-class towing and payload,” said Hau Thai-Tang, Ford executive vice president, Product Development and Purchasing.

A cross-functional group of Ford truck veterans worked thousands of hours to help improve durability, capability, fuel economy and safety for F-150.

Shop New 2019 Ford F-150 at Borgman Ford in Grand Rapids, MI

Read the full post on Media.Ford.com. If you’re looking for a dependable and safe pickup truc k for tough jobs in West Michigan, visit Borgman Ford today and check out our huge lineup of New Ford F-150 pickups.

Whether you’re shopping for yourself or a business, our staff will be more than happy to show you the new and exciting features of the 2019 Ford F-150. Take a look at our Online Inventory, or head over to our Commercial Division to get in touch with our fleet specialists. Come see why we’re the Best in the West!

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Spring has sprung in West Michigan and soon many intrepid adventurers will be hooking up their trailers and towing boats, campers, dirt bikes, and other gear all across our fair state. Bringing the right vehicle for the job and equipping it correctly is an important step, but as we discussed in our last Tao of Towing article, there’s a little more to it than making sure you, your gear, and other motorists stay safe during the journey.

A Quick Refresher on How Brakes Work

When Towing, Brake Heat Management is Key

Today, we’re going to dig a little deeper into braking, and some techniques you can master that will not only save you in maintenance costs but help you tow safer out there as well. We did a deeper dive on this in our post about your vehicle’s braking system, but here are the short strokes. When you press the brake pedal, a hydraulic system squeezes the brake rotor, a metal disc attached directly to the wheel. The calipers use brake pads to do the gripping/squeezing, slowing the wheel and bringing the vehicle to a stop. This is a disc brake setup, and drum brakes work on a similar principle. We’re going to focus on disc brakes for today, as they’re more common and actually more heat-efficient. Remember in elementary school when the teacher told everyone to rub their hands together for a minute to generate heat to demonstrate the concept of friction? With your brake pads (which are stationary) being pressed against the rotor (which is spinning,) you’re going to generate a lot of heat through friction when slowing the vehicle down. Disc brakes have an open design so under normal conditions they keep relatively cool.

What Happens When Brakes Are Overheated

Here’s the kicker: how fast your vehicle is moving and how much it weighs both determine how much time it will take to bring it to a stop, and how much heat is generated in the process. So if you’re towing and braking downhill, heat is something you need to try and minimize to prevent premature wear of parts or create an unsafe situation. Ford Trucks and SUVs can handle it, but to get the most out of them you do need to take this into account while towing. Excess heat can disrupt your brake performance and damage components. When the brake pads reach a certain temperature, they start to smooth over and lose their grip – known colloquially as “brake fade.” This is usually temporary but nonetheless can be dangerous if your brakes are taking longer than you expect to slow you down. Repeatedly putting them in this condition can start to form a glaze on the pads and the rotor, and that can be permanent.

Driving Habits While Towing to Keep Your Brakes Cool

Other issues that can arise from repeated overheating are cracks in the brake pad, warped rotors, or even fluid leaks. Damaged axle seals are somewhat unrelated here, but they can throw grease onto the rotor, making it slippery and reducing performance. There are other variables as well, such as damage from going through a cold puddle with superheated rotors. Mostly, just being aware of the fact that your brakes generate heat while towing is enough to lend context to what you can do to keep it from snowballing. One trick truckers use to save their brakes while going down a big hill is to bypass them altogether, using a technique called engine braking. If you’re driving a manual transmission or have a SelectShift automatic, you’d select the gear below the one you’re in and use the engine to slow the vehicle instead of the brakes. You can then use the brakes as needed. Be aware that this is noisy, so please don’t do it in residential areas.

If you need to brake hard with a trailer, some newer Fords have features that will help control the trailer brake automatically. Just keep your eyes on where you want to end up and undershoot by about 50-100 feet. Then, when you’re close to that mark, let off the brake to let the vehicle creep forward the rest of the way. This spinning allows the brakes to let off all that heat before being reapplied to keep the vehicle at a stop. Braking hard and then stopping in place, especially with a trailer, can then trap heat in one spot on the rotor, leading to warping or cracking.

Towing Something On Your Next Adventure in West MI? Trust the Experts at the Borgman Service Center

The key to making your brakes last longer while towing is to think of your stopping distance as a finite resource. After you get comfortable towing, you build up a sense of what your safe stopping distance is. If you find yourself running out of runway a bit while towing, or it’s been a while since you’ve last had your brakes checked, it’s definitely time to stop by the Borgman Service Center in Grand Rapids, MI.

Our highly-trained technicians will thoroughly inspect your braking system for signs of wear, heat damage, and leaks. We’ll be looking over all of your other vital systems as well, to make sure your next adventure is fun, worry-free, and safe. Please feel free to ask your Borgman Service Advisor any questions you may have about your vehicle – we’re more than happy to help. Be sure to check our specials page for the latest Service Center Coupons, use our easy Online Appointment Scheduler, and Contact Us if you have any questions. Come see why we’re the Best in the West!

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Borgman Ford is beyond impressed with the recently-unveiled 2020 Ford Shelby GT500, which is due to start rolling out this summer. This is going to be the fastest, most powerful street-legal production Mustang ever, and a lot of science went into earning that achievement.

While it’s true that there’s no replacement for displacement (and the GT500 has plenty of it,) keeping it as nimble as it is in the corners requires some very careful study and tuning. The minds over at Ford Performance employed a mix of software and 3D printing to dial-in the aerodynamics, which is hugely important for speed and handling.

Supercomputers and 3D Printing Are Secrets To All-New Mustang Shelby GT500 High Performance

An article written for the Official Ford Media Center goes into more detail about their process. Here are some excerpts: When the 2020 Shelby GT500 goes on sale later this year, it will be the quickest-accelerating, most aerodynamically advanced street-legal Mustang ever, thanks to virtual testing in supercomputers and 3D printing.

Borrowing best practices from more than a century of racing, Ford Performance designers, powertrain and aerodynamics engineers functioned as a virtual racing team to test hundreds of designs both digitally and physically. They used state-of-the-art digital and additive manufacturing prototyping tools (3D printers) as part of a mission to make the ultimate, most advanced performance street-legal Mustang of all time.

“We created and studied designs among the engineering teams and proved out different strategies long before we built our first prototype cars,” said Matt Titus, Ford Performance vehicle engineer. “Not only did this improve the effectiveness of the designs, it dramatically reduced the time it took to develop the GT500 – and the costs associated with that.”

Looking for Performance? Shop New Ford Mustang at Borgman Ford in Grand Rapids, MI

Keep reading over at Media.Ford.com. Whether you’re looking for a fun summer car to cruise around West Michigan with this summer, or want to turn some heads at the track, Borgman Ford in Grand Rapids can help you get behind the wheel of your dream car. Take a look at our selection of New Ford Mustang Fastbacks & Convertibles and click the “Schedule Test Drive” button to set up a time to come in and check it out. If it’s the Shelby GT500 you’re interested in, or any other vehicle from the Ford Performance lineup, Contact Us and we’ll do the legwork for you.

If you have any questions, stop by our showroom at 28th St. & Ivanrest anytime and ask our friendly and knowledgeable staff for assistance. Also, if you see a better price elsewhere, let us know and we’ll match it – we won’t be undersold! Read more about our Redcoat Traditions and visit to see why we’re the Best in the West!

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