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Why You Need a Ford Raptor

June 15, 2018 By Matthew Hritz Leave a Comment

By now, you’ve probably heard all about Ford Raptor. For anyone looking for a truck that will be extremely impressive off-roading, the 2019 F-150 Raptor is the truck for them. Ford recently announced they are making updates to the F-150 Raptor that will make it run better once it’s off the pavement. The biggest update is the switch to the new Fox Racing Shox real-time adaptive shock absorbers.

Ford engineers are using Live Valve technology for the shock absorbers, so they use the Raptor’s terrain management system and real-time information to adjust compression rates and improve the Raptor’s ride. This causes the Raptor to detect when it is in mid-air and it fully stiffens the shock absorber to reduce the risk of bottoming out on landing.

Also added to the Raptor was a low-speed off-cruise control called Trail Control. Similar to Toyota’s Crawl control, the system modulates power and braking automatically, so the driver can focus on steering.

They are planning on making any major exterior cosmetic changes, but they are having a new wheel design and adding three new paint colors to the rear graphics, Ford Performance Blue, Velocity Blue, and Agate Black. In the interior, they are adding Raptor-specific Recaro performance seats with inserts and stitching inspired by Ford’s GT supercar.

The 2019 Raptor goes on sale in late 2018 with all its new gear. Ford is planning changes for many of their cars as they try to be conscious of what the American people want. By 2020, nearly 90% of Ford’s North American lineup will be trucks, SUV’s, and commercial vehicles.

Focus RS Officially Debuts – Lamarque Ford – New Orleans

February 27, 2015 By Matthew Hritz Leave a Comment

We’ve known about the upcoming Ford Focus RS for a few months, but this week, the AWD hatch made its official debut at the Geneva Motor Show. The all-new RS is one of many Ford vehicles focused on driving dynamics and high-end performance.

The Focus RS is powered by a 2.3-liter EcoBoost engine producing over 315 horsepower. Thanks to turbo-charged technology and new light-weight materials, this is the fastest, more powerful Focus ever. At the Geneva Auto Show, Ford also announced the RS will come with launch control, a new technology pioneered by the 2015 Mustang. Launch control allows for the wheels to spin in place before launching, which allows for faster and improved acceleration.

New to the RS, however, is drift control, a technology that allows to safely achieve oversteered drifts. Ford has added an improved AWD system, which is calibrated to the car’s electronic stability control. Along with the sports suspension, the performance AWD gives the RS unprecedented driving dynamics.

What do you think about the new RS?

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Lamarque Ford is proud to be one of the premier dealerships in New Orleans, LA. Located in Kenner, LA, Lamarque Ford is committed to providing you the best customer service and vehicle service for the life of your vehicle. Whether you’re on the market to purchase, finance, or service a new or used Ford vehicle, you’ve come to the right place.

Ford Certified Pre-Owned: Best Used Cars | Lamarque Ford | New Orleans

June 3, 2014 By Matthew Hritz Leave a Comment

If you’re in the market for a car, you’re probably looking at both new and used vehicles. While we understand a new car will offer the best bang for your buck, used cars are a more viable option when on a strict budget. However, used cars tend to have a bad reputation as there are many unknowns, like the car’s service history, accident reports, hidden problems and the overall state of the engine, transmission and frame. Fortunately, there’s Ford Certified Pre-Owned (Ford CPO), a testing and inspection program that ensures you get the best quality Fords out there. Let’s take a look at the basics.

Testing and Inspection

As part of the Ford Certified Pre-Owned program, Ford thoroughly tests and inspects each certified pre-owned model to meet only the highest quality standards, covering a wide range of items. Each test specifically targets common known problem areas of wear and tear and addresses them by repairing or replacing the parts affected. In addition, all certified Fords have been driven for less than 80,000 miles, which guarantees engine and other parts are in great condition before even being inspected! Here’s an overall look at the inspection process:

Vehicle’s History. It addresses VIN inspection, service or manufacturer’s recalls, scheduled maintenance and emissions stickers.
Road Test. Focuses on the actual drivability of the vehicle. Items like engine starts, acceleration, cruise control, break performance, shocks, cabin noise and dashboard gauges are checked.
Vehicle Exterior. This is your car’s first line of defense against the elements and it requires a comprehensive inspection. Certified Ford technicians look at body panels, bumpers, doors, handles and their operating mechanisms. Mirrors, windshields and lights are also tested during this part of the process.
Vehicle Interior. In this step, everything from the air conditioning to the stereo system are inspected. We pay especial attention to the vehicle’s safety features like airbags and seat-belts, so you can rest assured your Ford will retain its safety rating.
Diagnostics. Aside from visual and mechanical inspections, we run a self diagnostic for all CMDTCs (Continuous Memory Diagnostic Trouble Codes).
Underhood. All the vehicle’s fluids are checked, flushed and replaced if needed. The engine’s belts, hoses, moving parts and wiring are inspected, along with the cooling, fuel and electrical systems. As you can see, nothing in our certified cars goes unnoticed.
Underbody. From bumper to bumper, we look at the used car’s underbody and determine its frame strength and transmission and exhaust performance. We also look at a vehicle’s most important (and often overlooked) safety features: your wheels, tires and breaking system.

Benefits

Ford Certified Pre-Owned vehicles are more than just a used car. As you learned, Ford takes quality very seriously and it’s confident on its testing process. That’s why every Ford CPO comes with a 12-month/12,000 mile comprehensive limited warranty coverage and a 7-year/100,000 mile powertrain limited warranty, which covers engine, transmission, steering, electrical components and much more. See the full list of Ford CPO limited warranty coverage. Ford also offers 24/7 roadside assistance for the whole duration of the limited warranty coverage.

Where Do I Get One?

We’re glad you ask. Lamarque Ford of New Orleans offers a great selection of used vehicles, including Ford Certified Pre-Owned. From Mustangs to F-150s, you’ll find just the Ford you’re looking for. Come visit us today so we can show you our current inventory and experience the Lamarque customer service.

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Lamarque Ford is proud to be one of the premier dealerships in New Orleans, LA. Located in Kenner, LA, Lamarque Ford is committed to providing you the best customer service and vehicle service for the life of your vehicle. Whether you’re on the market to purchase, finance, or service a new or used Ford vehicle, you’ve come to the right place.

Mardi Gras New Orleans Guide 2014: Part 2

February 26, 2014 By Matthew Hritz Leave a Comment

In our previous post, Mardi Gras New Orleans Guide 2014: Part 1, we talked about some of the more popular krewes during New Orleans Mardi Gras, but with so much to do and see, here’s a few more to make sure you don’t miss. With some krewes favoring a more traditional, old-fashioned approach, others like to take a more modern approach with more emphasis on newer technology and celebrities. While certainly different, both are immensely entertaining experiences not to be missed. While we’ve already seen some of the oldest and most cherished krewes of the Carnival season, there are plenty others that, while they haven’t been around as long, are finding new and unique ways to celebrate the season.

Krewe of Tucks

About as far removed from a “traditional” krewe as you could get, Tucks was founded by a small group of Loyola University students and named after a popular uptown bar. Characteristics of Tucks includes low-brow humor and a taste for irreverence, including a procession of pick-up trucks, a giant toilet which serves as the King’s throne and branded toilet paper as a coveted parade throw. Tucks’ parade culminates on Canal Street with the Tucks Extravaganza, a paid admission event open to the public which typically features well-known local music acts.

March 1 at 12:00pm; Uptown

Krewe of Endymion

Another of the superkrewes, Endymion is perhaps the biggest and most extravagant of the Mardi Gras parades. If you plan on getting a good spot to view this parade, you may need to camp out a day or two early, as many long-time fans do. Endymion is also credited with popularizing the practice of throwing huge amounts of beads to onlookers, with their motto “Throw Until it Hurts.” Like Bacchus, Endymion also has a tradition of including famous celebrities, including Chuck Norris, Alice Cooper, Emeril Lagasse, and Jerry Springer.

March 1 at 4:15; Mid-City

Krewe of Muses

Muses is another well-known all-female krewe that enjoys its reputation of celebrating a light-hearted good time. Among the newer Mardi Gras krewes, Muses has only been around since 2000 and rode its first parade in 2001. One of the unique features of Muses is their choice of items thrown. Eschewing more commonplace items like beads and cups, Muses throws include such ‘girlie’ items as shoes, necklaces, and bracelets. Muses combines well known marching bands and dance groups with local celebrities and a good natured sense of humor to create a parade that is as entertaining as it is unique.

February 27 at 6:30; Uptown

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