Ford Models to Gain Wireless Charging

Ford has finally made the decision to jump on board with wireless charging and has developed a strategy to roll out the new service. A trend that has been slowly picking up steam in the automotive industry over the past few years, wireless charging will be a great addition to Ford's lineup of technologies and benefit modern drivers who want to stay connected while on the go.

Jim Buczkowski, Ford's director of electrical and electronics research, recently revealed the news about Ford's plan to roll out wireless charging across its lineup. He mentioned to Forbes that the…

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Serramonte Ford Joins Relay for Life of Daly City

The American Cancer Society Relay for Life is the world's biggest volunteer-run fundraising event. Held in different cities across the globe each year, Relay for Life works to raise awareness and contributions for the fight against breast cancer. People both young and old come together to take part in Relay for Life annually, and because of their efforts, the American Cancer Society is able to save 400 lives daily. In 2015, Serramonte Ford is again providing support and a team to our local Relay for Life effort, Relay for Life of Daly City, CA, on Saturday, June 6. We…

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The Majority of Drivers Still Prefer Listening to the Radio in the Car

Independent market research company Ipsos discovered through a recent survey that 84 percent of Americans still choose to listen to AM/FM radio while in the car than any other audio platform. Cost plays an important role in these results, with most drivers not willing to shell out cash to upgrade their listening experience to likes of premium media platforms, such as a satellite radio. Free music is one comfort Americans are not willing to part with.

Although there have been many technological advancements over the years, driver still enjoy listening to free AM/FM stations in their car. Over…

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Ford Dubbed 'Best Overall Truck Brand' By Kelley Blue Book

Kelley Blue Book's 2015 Brand Image Awards were recently handed out and we're proud to reveal that Ford won "Best Overall Truck Brand." Known for their incredible F-Series lineup, which includes America's best-selling truck, the F-150, along with the popular F-250 and F-350, Ford has been able to grab hold of the full-size pickup segment. Kelley Blue Book has honored the automaker with the "Best Overall Truck Brand" award five other times in the past, including last year, making the 2015 award their second consecutive win.

With the release of the aluminum-bodied 2015 Ford F-150, it’s…

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16th Annual How Weird Street Faire

Known as the "Weirdest Show on Earth," San Francisco's How Weird Street Faire is a unique festival held by the World Peace Through Technology Organization that promotes individuality and works to inspire peace through the use of different creative art forms. Scheduled to take place on Sunday, April 26, at Howard and 2nd Streets, the annual celebration encourages people from around the world to participate in a day's worth of art, music and dance, while also accepting diversity and individual expression.

What makes the How Weird Street Faire different from other festivals is the people. Individuals of all…

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Ford Develops Technology that Can Keep Up with Speed Limits

Ford has a new solution for drivers who can't seem to abide by speed limit laws and its made possible through the use of new, innovative technology. Known as the intelligent speed limiter, the technological system helps drivers maintain the speed limit in order to avoid fines. Currently available on the European-only Ford S-Max, the high-tech component is a ground-breaking feature that can aid drivers around the world.

A step in the right direction to deter speeding and also lead the way for future autonomous cars, the intelligent speed limiter works by reading speed limit signs and adjusting the…

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Generation Z Car Buyers Prefer Ford

A recent study conducted by MaritzCX, a software and research company, found that the youngest car buyers, Generation Z, prefer Ford models over all other brands. The age group, which represents those 21 and younger, were also found to be partial to cars, with less interest in trucks and SUVs, and a fan of models with top-of-the-line fuel economy – an area Ford's lineup excels in.

More than 1,061 individuals a part of Generation Z were surveyed in the study which listed Ford as the top choice among car buyers below the age of 21. Ford made its way…

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Comedian Amy Schumer to Perform in San Francisco

Popular female comedian Amy Schumer is set headline at Davies Symphony Hall on Saturday, Mar. 28, in San Francisco. Well known for her reality TV stint on the fifth season of NBC's "Last Comic Standing," where she placed fourth, Amy has become a fixture in the comedy world and has also made a name for herself on the standup circuit. She is quickly turning into one of the biggest names in comedy and her live act is one you won't want to miss!

Amy Schumer is a talented comedian who got her first big break on "Last Comic…

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2015 Ford Mustang Receives Five-Star Rating from NHTSA

The 2015 Ford Mustang has been given top honors by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, earning a five-star rating in their New Car Assessment Program testing. Due to its excellent assortment of first-class safety features, including a driver's knee airbag, traction control, a rearview camera, Adaptive Cruise Control and Cross-Traffic Alert, the Mustang was able to exceed the administration's expectations and receive a perfect score for its excellent security.

On sale now at Serramonte Ford, the 2015 Mustang is not only a performance-focused, high-speed vehicle, it's a car that delivers incredible safety. Tested under the NHTSA…

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2015 Ford Edge Sport is Most Powerful Model to Date

The incoming 2015 Ford Edge Sport has been certified as the highest-performing Edge model ever. Built for drivers in search of a fun-to-drive vehicle, the Edge Sport does not disappoint when it hits the roads. Its strong EcoBoost 2.7L V-6 engine and first-class fuel economy ratings make it the perfect utility car for adventure seekers nationwide.

The heart and soul of the new Edge Sport is its EcoBoost V-6 engine. The component delivers 315 horsepower and 350 lb.-ft. of torque, outshining the previous 3.7L V-6, which produced 305 horsepower and 280 lb.-ft. of torque. The new…

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