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How the 2017 Ford Focus RS Separates Itself from the Hatchback Herd

If you're searching for a hot hatchback that's every bit as easy on the eyes as it is a joy to drive, we here at Shottenkirk Ford Jasper think you might like to have a look at ours, the 2017 Ford Focus RS.

And why's that, exactly?

We'll let AutoGuide.com Road Test Editor Dan Ilika explain; ride along with him right here:

No doubt its marquee attraction, the Focus RS's turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine is straight-up sublime.

Mustering a mammoth 350 horsepower and 350 pound-feet of torque, this four-cylinder mates with a six-speed…

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Sick and Tired of Old Bumper Stickers? Here's How to Get Rid of Them

You may have lost your cool in the last election and put a bumper sticker on your car that, in hindsight, you're not proud of. Fortunately, this impulsive mistake is easier to erase than that tattoo we won't mention.

Here's how to get rid of a bumper sticker:

  1. Carefully peel an edge up with your fingernail or a plastic razor
  2. Spray under it with WD-40
  3. Continue to spray WD-40 as you pull parallel with the surface of the paint (same as waxing your legs—ladies, you know what I'm talking about)
  4. If any adhesive remains stuck…
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Autotrader Serves Up Inside Scoop on 2017 Ford Fusion Hybrid

We here at Shottenkirk Ford were wondering: have you had an opportunity to meet the 2017 Fusion Hybrid, the American automaker's eco-minded midsize sedan?

Well, if you haven't, don't stress it. Autotrader personality Jabari Jones is here to help you get up to speed. Join him for his appraisal of the Fusion Hybrid in the clip below:

No doubt its headlining attraction, the Fusion Hybrid's drivetrain is a delight. Its 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine labors in lockstep with an electric motor that's fed by a lithium-ion battery pack. Coupled to a continuously variable transmission…

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Diesel 2018 Ford F-150 Debuts in Detroit

The latest generation of the Ford F-150—the first pickup of its ilk to employ aluminum skin—has really taken off and been selling like hot cakes. With more best-in-class and class-exclusive nods than we can shake a stick at, it’s no wonder this half-tonner has retained its place as America’s favorite pickup. But in that, we have some good news: the one thing this truck has been missing is coming to market.

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Ford Trucks Live Up to Their Tough Name

When we tell you that Ford pickups are "built tough," we have the testing to prove it.
In the Ford Research and Development Labs, they take the trucks through more rigorous conditions than the vehicles might ever encounter in the real world.  The automaker wants to make sure that you receive the quality and durability that you are promised when you buy a Ford truck.
 
These testing labs can put a vehicle through conditions of one that has 120,000 miles on it.  They take them through arid desert climates, as well as frigid blizzard conditions.
 
No matter where you…
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The 2017 Ford Super Duty is Truly Super

If you're on the hunt for a new truck, we suggest you set a course for Shottenkirk Ford of Jasper.  You see, we'd be quick to put you in the Ford Super Duty, one of the most popular picks across the full-size pickup class.
It has aluminum-alloy axles with a military-grade steel frame, making it 350 pounds lighter, but just as powerful as before. And its torquing action makes it easy to traverse any and all terrain.  Don't be surprised if you're itching to take the entire family out for a joy ride in this one…
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Ford F-450 Breaks Guinness World Record for Flag Pull

This past weekend, Ford put on an awesome demonstration of power at the Homestead-Miami Speedway, breaking the Guinness World Record for Largest Flag Pulled by a Moving Vehicle. The all-new 2017 Ford F-450 pulled a 45x92-foot flag (4,124 square feet) over four laps of the 1.5-mile track. Powered by a turbocharged 6.7-liter Power Stroke Diesel V-8 engine, the might truck boasts 440 horsepower and an astounding 925 pound-feet of torque...

 

 

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Ford F-150 Available at Shottenkirk Ford of Jasper


There are a lot of reasons to choose the new Ford F-150 as your truck to drive. Over time, a new truck is one of the biggest investments that anyone can make. There are many people who are in the market to purchase a new truck. If you want to have a good experience during the buying process, it is vital to work with a company that has your best interests in mind.

The Ford F-150 is a great truck to buy and own for a variety of reasons. If you value quality in your vehicle, this is the way…
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Ford Tough Even Tougher


At Shottenkirk Ford of Jasper, we have the latest in Ford tough vehicles. If you want a truck that is even tougher than the rest, then the 2017 Ford Super Duty's steel frame is as hard as it gets.

Trucks are designed to withstand force. 2017 Ford Super Duty Steel Frame is built even tougher to withstand more force than you would think possible. "Tough Science" hung the frame of the new Super Duty and saw how many trucks it can hold. The truck withstood eight trucks hanging from it and a Tonka truck with no stress or wear…
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Get to Know the Ferocious Ford Focus RS

Driving a Ford Focus RS is a great experience. In recent years, Ford has put a lot of time and money into upgrading this vehicle. Now considered among the very best in its class, the Focus RS has the technology you need to take your daily drives to the next level. 
 
And, if you'd like to see everything that the Focus RS can do, simply click "play" on the video below. You're sure to find a whole lot to smile about.
The Focus RS is great for a lot of reasons. Not only does it handle difficult road…
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