FordPass – A Smarter Vehicle Experience
Having your Ford ownership experience be as owner-friendly as possible is the goal for our Benna Ford Team. One way for many Ford owners to enhance their ownership is to use the FordPass app which is easily downloadable from either the Apple Store or Google Play, allowing you to interact with your brand new Benna Ford vehicle remotely through your smartphone in all kinds of useful ways via the FordPass Connect Service.
Let’s start by going to the Benna Ford FordPass download page. You will need to enter your Ford’s Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). You can find your VIN in the locations listed below. It is a long combination of letters and numbers so bring something to record the number.
- Title and sales purchase documentation and possibly your insurance card.
- The inside of the driver’s door jamb under the latch.
- Under the base of the windshield, on the driver’s side (visible from outside the vehicle).
The Benna Ford FordPass page will show you where to enter your VIN. The site will confirm if your model has FordPass Connect Service.
Put FordPass to Work
With the Ford Connected Service and FordPass app, you now have a surprising level of access to your new Ford, via your smartphone and tablet.
As an example, if you are unsure if you locked your car, you can lock it remotely. Not line of site remotely such as you can do with your key fob, but blocks away remotely. Or even from one coast to another remotely. This can be convenient if you need to unlock your car to give someone you know access to the inside. If it the weather is freezing outside, you can start your car from anywhere and have it warmed up and warm inside by the time you get there. If you know when you will be getting in your car, you can even set a time in advance for it to start.
On a single display you can check you can easily check several aspects of your vehicle status including:
- Fuel status, including an estimate of many miles you have in your tank based on your recent driving.
- Charge status (for EVs) with the same available operating miles figure
- Odometer
- Individual tire pressure
- Oil life with an estimated date and distance until a recommended change
Leaving the stadium after the big game? FordPass will show you where you parked. Or you can check on your Ford’s location after you have lent it to someone.
FordPass helps you in other ways as well. Within the FordPass app, select Benna Ford as your preferred auto service provider for access to our phone number, website, hours, and directions, all on a single display. When traveling, the FordPass app will show you the Ford dealerships near your location with directions using your choice of Google or Apple Maps. After the service, FordPass will retain the reward points you receive upon servicing your vehicle at a Ford dealership. As your reward points accumulate, you can use these points to pay for future service, accessories, or even apply them toward your next Ford vehicle purchase.
The Maps display will also assist in locating points of interest, such as gas and charging stations, parking, and collision repair. Your FordPass app also provides roadside assistance, located on the upper right of the main display.
Your Personal Ford Information Resource
Upon financing your vehicle with Ford Credit, the FordPass app menu assists you there as well, enabling you to view your current statement and make your next payment, along with your message center displaying important notifications, service reminders, and recall notices. Just one click will give you all the necessary information for your safety and comfort.
FordPass also includes a digital owner’s manual specific to your vehicle, along with a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section to assist in instant answers for your Ford questions.
Our experienced Benna Ford Service Team is available to assist you with any questions regarding your new Ford vehicle and use of FordPass. Stop by our Benna Ford Superior, Wisconsin location today, and check out the new Ford F150 Lightning, the rugged Bronco, or any of our fine new 2022 or 2023 models. Benna Ford! Proudly serving customers from Duluth MN, Superior WI and surrounding areas in the Northland for over 20 years!
Benna Ford is proud to announce that Ford’s first EV truck, the F-150 Lightning has just won the 2023 North American Truck of the Year Award™. Ford is on a roll with this award as last year, the Ford Maverick received the honors. This is how NACTOY describes the purpose of their award:
“The awards are intended to recognize the most outstanding new vehicles of the year. These vehicles are benchmarks in their segments based on factors including innovation, design, safety, handling, driver satisfaction, user experience and value.”
Car magazine awards such as Motor Trend’s Car of the Year, or Car and Driver’s 10Best are important achievements and we at Benna Ford are certainly proud whenever a Ford model wins one. But the North America Car/Truck /Utility Vehicle of the year awards are even more special because rather than being the opinion of a single publication, the North American Truck of the Year Award is judged by a jury of 45 print and broadcast automotive journalists from across The United States and Canada. Among the juror comments regarding the F-150 Lightning:
“When America’s best-selling vehicle goes electric you know the transition has momentum. Ford’s effort to create an all-electric F-150 is remarkable because it combines the standard truck’s dimensions, which means it retains massive aftermarket support, with substantial upgrades to areas like storage and mobile power support. It’s really the best of all worlds, giving the F-150 Lightning a wide range of applications for both traditional and new-to-the-segment truck customers.” –Karl Brauer, iSeeCars.com, Forbes
“Save the reinvention. The F-150 Lightning shows how the most familiar vehicle in American life can be made even better as an EV, and it’s fantastic.” –Bengt Halvorson, Green Car Reports
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At a glance, the Lightning has the same size, proportions and styling that has made the F-150 America’s best-selling truck. Open the hood, and in place of an engine, you will find 14 cubic feet of lockable storage space. Inside the standard 4-door cabin, you will find all models equipped with Ford’s Co-Pilot360™ Technology and a 12-inch multimedia screen.
The MSRP for the F-150 Lightning Pro starts at $55,974* All models feature two motors for 4-Wheel Drive and a 4-wheel independent rear suspension. Range varies from 240 miles on the Pro grade to 320 miles on the XLT and Lariat grades. The Pro will go from 0-60 in 4.1 seconds while the XLT, Lariat and Premium will get there in under 4 seconds. All F-150 trims also feature a selectable One Pedal Driving Mode in which the most acceleration and braking is done by simply modulating the accelerator pedal.
Towing capacity starts at 7,700 pounds and can be increased to 10,000 lbs with the Extended Range battery. All of the F-150 towing systems available include Pro Trailer Hitch Assist, Pro Trailer Backup Assist™, and Trailer Reverse Guidance. All trims, with the exception of the Pro grade, come standard with the convenient 360-degree camera.
Here at Benna Ford, we want you to see what our newest award winner is capable of, perhaps even the great gas-powered F-150 it’s based on, stop by our Benna Ford location in Superior Wisconsin today for a test drive. And keep in mind, whether it runs on gas, electricity, or both, you always have the confidence our Benna Ford Service Team has the experience in keeping your Ford in top shape.
*Current MSRP for base vehicles. Excludes destination/delivery fee plus government fees and taxes, any finance charges, any dealer processing charge, any electronic filing charge, and any emission testing charge. Optional equipment not included.
New Ford vehicles come with a factory warranty covering limited options for the first few years of ownership. Nowadays, owners show a trend on keeping their vehicle beyond the warranty period. An extended warranty, as the Ford Protect® Extended Service Plan adds great value in protecting you from future repair bills. Here at Benna Ford, our Service Professionals will help you understand Ford Protect®.
Coverage You Can Depend On
A Ford Protect® Extended Service Plan is the right choice for a number of reasons. To start, the plan is fully backed by Ford Motor company. Necessary repairs will be performed by Ford factory-trained certified technicians using genuine Ford parts. That includes service by our Service Professionals at Benna Ford. While traveling, Ford Protect® plans are honored by every Ford and Lincoln dealer in the US, Canada, and Mexico.
Ford Protect® coverage is comprehensive, giving you the peace of mind to cover big ticket repairs, whether they involve the engine, transmission, steering , brakes, suspension, electrical systems, or other systems.
24-hour Roadside Assistance
For the duration of the plan, you will also have 24-hour Roadside Assistance. Services covered under this assistance include:
- Tire Change
- Vehicle Lockout
- Out-of-fuel
- Battery Jump-Start Assistance
- Towing Assistance (up to $100 per occurrence)
- Emergency Travel Expense (up to $1,000 within the first 5 days per occurrence)
- Destination Assistance (up to $75)
For added convenience, Ford Protect® Extended Service Plans include a rental vehicle benefit with coverage of up to $40 a day for up to 10 days due to delays in parts and repair. An additional option is to purchase an Enhanced Rental Option for coverage of $60 a day for up to 10 days for the same duration.
We Will Pick It up and Bring It Back
As even covered services take valuable time from your day, Ford Protect® allows you to have your car picked up and delivered to your home or place of business, thus minimizing the time your repair impacts your daily routine.
All Ford Protect® Plans Extended Service have the same benefits yet may vary in duration from 46,000 to 150,000 miles, with terms ranging from three to eight years. The plans are also fully transferable, if you sell your Ford within the plan’s term, it can be a valuable sales point to your next buyer, who is likely to desire some piece of mind of their own.
Consider a Ford Protect Plan as useful for your Ford vehicle in the years to come. Speak with any of our Benna Ford representatives, upon your next Benna Ford purchase, for further insight into what kind of Ford Protect® Extended Service Plan suits your needs. Also inquire for more information regarding our Benna Ford in Superior, Wisconsin, Exclusive 20 Year – 200,000 Mile Limited Warranty.
For 40 years now, Car and Driver has released a 10Best list of the top vehicles produced each year. This year’s 40th anniversary of the prestigious list marks a separate list for trucks and SUVs, and the Ford Bronco and Ford Maverick are excited to have made the list.
What Makes the Bronco and Maverick the Best of the Best?
In order to make the list, vehicles must meet certain criteria set by Car and Driver. They’re judged on a 100-point scale including categories like value, purpose, and how much fun they are to drive. A vehicle should demonstrate that it can operate under it’s intended purpose while remaining practical yet entertaining to the consumer. This is the first year that the publication separated vehicle types into categories, with other parameters to entry like release date and final cost. Such strict limitations are what make it so exciting that two Ford vehicles were able to inch past the competition to make the list.
This is the second year in a row that the rereleased Ford Bronco made the list. One of the things that Car and Driver loves most about the Bronco – and we here at Benna Ford love that about it, too! From the off-road capable Raptor to the throwback Heritage and Heritage Limited models, there are over ten different options to choose from, each with unique features and styling. There’s the Everglades, which is outfitted with a snorkel system and winch kit; then there’s the Base. Even at its most basic, the Bronco comes with all-season tires and G.O.A.T. Modes (Goes Over Any Terrain), which are sure to please.
Then there’s the Maverick, Ford’s practical hybrid truck, which comes in at a starting MSRP of just $22,595. It’s a lot smaller than most trucks, but that’s precisely the attribute that helped it earn its spot on the 10Best list. This subcompact truck is small enough for easy maneuvering and daily use, but large enough to haul and tow when needed. Its standard hybrid powertrain achieves a maximum 500-mile range, but there’s a 2.0L Ecoboost engine option for those searching for a bit more oomph. Its FLEXBED system and multi-position tailgate allow for optimized hauling, and there are several customization options – like a bed extender and performance packages – to fit anyone’s needs.
Find Your Ford at Benna Ford
Own a piece of Car and Driver’s 10Best at Benna Ford! We currently have 2023 Bronco models in our inventory, with Maverick models expected to arrive soon. If you can’t wait for your Maverick, we can also help you place a custom order to get a head start. Contact us today to learn more! We look forward to helping you find your next Ford.
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How To Charge Your Ford EV at Home
Electrified cars, trucks and SUVs are the future and provide an impressive list of advantages when compared to their gas-powered counterparts. More power, more torque and eco-minded performance are just the tip of the iceberg. When you opt for an electric vehicle (EV), like the 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning or 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-e, you can install a charging station at home and recharge your Ford EV while you sleep. Learn more about how to charge your Ford EV at home with this quick overview created by Benna Ford. Read the rest of this entry »
Do you crave adrenaline-pumping thrills? Do you love heart-pounding speed? You will enjoy all of the above when you get behind the wheel of the next-generation 2024 Ford Mustang. The 7th-Generation Ford Mustang is faster, more powerful, more innovative and more impressive than ever – and that is just the standard Ford Mustang GT. Power enthusiasts and adrenaline junkies will love the brand-new and track-tuned 2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse. Learn more about the latest Ford Mustang with an overview of the 2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse release date and engine specs created by Benna Ford. Read the rest of this entry »
F-150 Lightning Named Truck of the Year
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We’ll admit it. Here at Benna Ford, we are a bit biased toward our Ford models. We are a Ford dealership, after all. And although our love for Ford models is far more than just a sales pitch (we really do love them), we understand that you may be hesitant to take a Ford dealer’s word for how great a Ford model actually is.
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