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Your vehicle has multiple systems in it that require a steady feed of electricity in order to function. Obviously, your battery is at the center of your electrical system, but there is one other component that is critical to the life of your battery. That is your alternator.

Your alternator is essentially a small generator that charges your vehicle's battery as you drive. It also sends much-needed electricity to other systems in your vehicle, such as your lights and radio.

As your engine rotates while it is running, it powers a long serpentine belt that is connected to many…

With the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid, you gain both a luxurious way to get around town as well as a new-found appreciation for the environment. These benefits stem from advanced engine technology.

You’ll get up to an EPA-estimated 41 MPG in the city and 38 MPG on the highway with the 2.0-liter Atkinson-Cycle Hybrid inline-4, which is partnered up with the electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission for imperceptible gear changes. To make your road maneuvers more comfortable, the Electric Power-Assisted Steering stiffens on the highway and becomes more fluid at slower speeds.

 

When you think that you have to change your oil in your car, maybe you should think again. No longer is the standard rule of three thousand miles a fact, because oil that is produced either synthetically or refined conventionally can go up to three times that distance.

This will save the average car owner a lot of money because many of these car owners are adhering to the rule of getting their vehicles oil changed way more frequently than they need to. They no longer have to worry about excessive engine wear and ultimately engine failure due to oil…

Most people don't think much about winter weather and the level of the fuel in their gas tank. However, it is worth considering because the gasoline level can directly affect the proper operation of your vehicle.

If the gas tank is hovering on empty during the cold winter months, you could have a problem. A nearly empty tank means that there is more air in the tank than there is gas, so the moisture in the air can condense on the inside of the fuel line that connects the tank to the engine.

If the condensation freezes, you might…

Most people get vehicles by financing them or paying for them over long periods of time. The contract is between yourself, a dealership of vehicles, and a bank or other kind of financial institution. You pay the bank money, they keep a small amount in financing fees, and the rest is submitted to the dealership.

While the process is relatively simple, applying to even finance a car in the first place is the most difficult aspect of the process. You’ll have to dress formally, then visit the dealership in person, hoping that you make a good impression. At our…

If you drive in the winter you are likely to get stuck at some point. In light of this it is a smart idea to prepare yourself by always having a bag of sand, salt, or ca litter in your vehicle. If you get stuck all you need to do is scatter your sand, salt, or cat litter around your tires so that you can get some traction in the snow, slush, or on ice.

You should also have your vehicle tuned up so you can avoid car trouble. Come see us at Flood Ford Lincoln so that we can…

It should be obvious that maintaining a clean windshield is an important part of safety on the road. Bad visibility can cause accidents. Unfortunately, some drivers attempt to replace their windshield wiper fluid with water. Here's why that is a bad idea:

The biggest problem with using water instead of proper wiper fluid is that water will freeze faster in cold winter weather, rendering it completely useless. Real windshield wiper fluid will not freeze in winter weather, which allows it to still clean your glass.

Real wiper fluid also cleans your...

Windshield wipers are one of those things that you never really think about, but are actually very useful. Without windshield wipers, it would be virtually impossible to see during heavy rain. Squished bugs will stay on the windshield until you wipe them off yourself from the outside. These are just two of the things that windshield wipers fix.

Even though windshield wipers are an essential part of your car and work hard to keep your visibility at a good level, they may not be enough during all parts of the year. When the winter months come around, the snow and…

It does not matter what type of vehicle you drive - sedan, hatchback, SUV, or pickup truck - there are so many options to choose from when it comes to tires that it can become a bit staggering. Extreme Performance Summer tires let you have maximum control on exclusively dry roads. High-performance Summer Tires give you a good blend of both wet and dry handling and control but between the two are so many more options.

One of the biggest decisions comes in the autumn season when it comes time to choose what tires you want to utilize for the coming winter…

Are you noticing your car maintenance cost getting higher as well as the time spent in the shop getting longer? Maybe your car is starting to act up and become unsafe on the road. As a top choice for finding exceptional vehicles in the Narragansett, RI area, our staff can easily guide you in the right direction for your next vehicle. Who knows, maybe a well-equipped SUV from our new inventory at Flood Ford Lincoln is best for you?

• Safety Features – Modern SUVs are jam-packed with safety features that will keep everyone safe.
• Higher Clearance – Probably a safety on its…