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Ford is attempting to improve nighttime driving by creating two new headlight systems that will be able to identify pedestrians, animals and potential hazards. Known as Advanced Front Lighting System and Spot Lighting, the technologies utilize cameras to locate upcoming dangers and hard-to-see junctions, and illuminate the road allowing drivers to easily spot each one.

Advanced Front Lighting System

Ford's all-new Advanced Front Lighting System uses camera-based technology to improve visibility at night. Located in the rearview mirror base, the camera can identify lane markings and predict upcoming curves in the road. When the car approaches a junction or…

Edmunds.com has recognized the 2015 Ford Transit Connect and F-350 Super Duty as a part of their annual Best Retained Value Awards. The Transit Connect won an award for Best Retained Value Small Commercial Van, while the F-350 Super Duty took home an accolade for Best Retained Value Heavy Duty Truck. On sale now at Serramonte Ford, both models are excellent choices for buyers in need of a reliable, versatile vehicle to assist them with their everyday hauling needs.

Each year, Edmunds.com hands out Best Retained Value Awards to vehicles that are expected to have the highest residual…

Some of the finest independent makers in San Francisco will be onsite for this year's Renegade Craft Fair, running July 17-19 at Fort Mason Center Festival Pavilion. Showcasing handmade crafts and jewelry, this exciting free shopping event is a must-attend outing for individuals who support small businesses and indie retailers. From incredible homemade products to hands-on workshops, there will be a variety of things to see, do and purchase at the annual Renegade Craft Fair.

The people of San Francisco are excited about the 2015 Renegade Craft Fair and what the event has to offer this year. Artist Angela…

Speculations have been swirling for the last couple years about Ford's return to the 24 Hours of Le Mans. For quite some time, we've been waiting to hear good news about the automaker's Le Mans future, and just recently, we finally got what we've been waiting for. It is official - the all-new Ford GT is set to take on the 24 Hour of Le Mans in 2016, commemorating the 50th anniversary of Ford's 1966 Le Man's victory.

The new Ford GT racecar, based off the standard Ford GT, will enter the Le Mans GTE…

When the incoming 2016 Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang arrives on the market this year, it will produce an exemplary 526 horsepower and 429 lb.-ft. of torque. Ford recently announced the numbers, which confirmed the statement they made at last year's L.A. Auto Show about the pony outputting over 500 horsepower.

The 2016 Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang is guaranteed to be an automatic hit when it debuts on the market. It offers 21 more horsepower than its competition, the Chevy Camaro Z/28, and comes equipped with a 5.2L flat-plane-crank V-8 engine, which currently stands as the…

The annual San Francisco Pride Celebration and Parade is just around the corner, and for 2015, we're proud to announce that Serramonte Ford will be participating in the festivities! The theme for this year's celebration is "Equality Without Exception," which is a sentiment Serramonte Ford stands by wholeheartedly. Set to take place from Saturday, June 27 to Sunday, June 28, 2015 throughout Downtown San Francisco and within the Civic Center, the 45th Annual Pride Celebration and Parade will welcome thousands of people from all over to come together and honor the LGBTQ community.

At Serramonte Ford, we’re…

Kelley Blue Book's KBB.com has unveiled their 2015 "10 Coolest Cars Under $18,000" list and we're excited to reveal that the 2015 Ford Fiesta is featured on the latest compilation! This is the second consecutive year the Ford Fiesta has earned a spot on the list, which honors fun-to-drive compact cars. With its good looks, powerful engine and first-rate features, the Fiesta is an incredible small car to own and enjoyable for drivers of all ages.

The 2015 Ford Fiesta is a stylish, high-quality vehicle. It comes with a wide range of technologies and outstanding features…

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…

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…

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…