Treat Mom to a Shiny New Ford

Posted on May 12, 2017 by admin

It’s Mother’s Day weekend and what better way to show mom your appreciation than by taking her shopping for a new Ford car, truck, or SUV. Whether the mom in your life has small kids and needs to get them around, commutes to work everyday, or enjoys outdoor recreation, there’s a Ford vehicle with her name on it.

For example, if she’d love a practical, fuel efficient vehicle, consider the 2017 Ford Fusion S. This model has many features to make her commute or road trip comfortable and fun.

Exterior Features

The 2017 Ford Fusion S features clearcoat paint, power door mirrors with a convex spotter, tinted glass, perimeter/approach lights, speed-sensitive variably intermittent wipers, a rear window defroster, fully automatic halogen daytime running lights and headlights with delay off, 16-inch alloy wheels, LED brake lights and P215/60R 16 BSW all-season tires.

Interior Features

The Fusion S model’s interior features include air filtration, front and rear cup holders, a tilt and telescopic steering column, cruise control, remote keyless entry, air conditioning, illuminated vanity mirrors and glove box, illuminated entry, power door locks with auto lock, a perimeter alarm, engine immobilizer, an LCD monitor, plenty of storage, selective service Internet access, a full floor console with covered storage, mini overhead console with storage, radio, speed-compensated volume control, one-touch up and down windows, MP3 player, CD player, four speakers, an auxiliary input jack and USB.

Mechanical Features

The Fusion’s mechanical features include a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine backed by an automatic transmission with driver select mode, electric power-assist speed-sensing steering, a 500 CCA maintenance-free battery with rundown protection, four-wheel ABS disc brakes with ventilated front discs, hill hold control, brake assist and an electric parking brake.

Safety Features

The 2017 Ford Fusion S features ABS and driveline traction control, electronic stability control, a rear camera, side impact beams, the MyKey system, a low tire pressure warning system, rear child safety locks, 911 Assist, dual stage driver and passenger seat-mounted side airbags and front airbags, an airbag occupancy sensor, driver and front passenger knee airbags and front and rear curtain airbags.

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Stop by Johnson Brothers Ford with your mother today to test drive the 2017 Ford Fusion S and to learn more about this model’s entertainment, convenience, safety and security features.

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The 2018 Ford Mustang has a Pulse

Posted on April 28, 2017 by admin

Ford has revealed a cool little feature on the 2018 Mustang. When you enter your Mustang and get in behind the wheel, the push-to-start engine button will actually pulsate at 30 “beats” a minute.

The button will continue to pulse until you press it and turn the engine over. The rate of 30 beats a minute is, according to Ford, the actual biological resting pulse rate of an adult mustang horse.

The cool biologically-inspired feature is meant to convey a sense of readiness to the 2018 Mustang, as if it’s a living, breathing creature that’s raring to go.

Additionally, as learned in the 2018′s January debut, the 2017′s V-6 engine has been dropped and the 6-speed automatic transmission has been replaced with a new 10-speed unit.

The 2018 Ford Mustang is set to go on sale in dealerships nationwide later this year.

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Best Coastal Texas Roadtrip Destinations in Spring

Posted on April 21, 2017 by admin

For the upcoming spring break, take a trip through the Texas Gulf Coast in the new vehicle you just picked up from Johnson Bros. Ford. You’ll enjoy seeing wildlife and taking part in recreation without worrying about your vehicle breaking down on you. You’ll find many attractions along the way. If you like to be spontaneous, you might want to check hotels a day or two before you expect to stop for the night as popular places may be booked.

Start in Corpus Christi. You may want to spend a couple days there as the area is filled with tons of attractions and activities including the Texas state aquarium with its Living Shores touch pool, the South Texas Botanical Gardens and Nature Center, the Bob Hall Pier and the Hans A. Suter Wildlife Park.

Head up to Rockport to charter a small sailboat for a cruise to San Antonio Bay. After a day or two on the water, head up to Fulton. Visit the Fulton Mansion, sing karaoke and visit the Goose Island State Park.

Visit Matagorda Island – 56,000 acres of wildlife refuge and state park. The island is 38 miles long. Look for whooping cranes, migratory birds, white-tailed deer and more. Visit the Matagorda Island lighthouse while you’re there.

Move on to Padre Island National Seashore for over 70 miles of sandy beach. Watch the birds, go fishing, go biking, camping and swimming. And, have fun with beachcombing. You never know what the currents in the Gulf of Mexico will push up on the beach. Just take care of the strong currents.

Be sure to visit South Padre Island for snorkeling, scuba diving, parasailing, kitboarding and more. Bring the binoculars and cameras to see and shoot some of the 300-plus species of birds. And, visit the lighthouse.

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April Events Around Temple

Posted on April 7, 2017 by admin

Before you start planning events for April, be sure to stop by to have your vehicle serviced – or pick up that new vehicle you’ve been thinking about for some time so you can ride to the events with some new car smell. You can call or visit our web site at Johnson Brothers Ford to schedule service for your vehicle and we’ll get you in and out as quickly as possible.

Family Promise 5th Annual Bed Race

The bed race will take place at the North Belton Middle School, 7907 Prairie View Road, Temple, TX on April 11, 2017. Inspection starts at 9:00 a.m., then there will be a parade before the races start at 10:00 a.m. The event ends at 2:00 p.m. Vendors, a bounce house for the kids and awards are all part of the fun. If you want to race, registration is $100 per team.

Paint the Ranch Red Heart Gala

On April 25, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. at the Blue Heron Room, 5471 Thomas Arnold Road, Salado, TX, the Bell County AHA will be holding its fundraiser. Enjoy live music, dinner by “The Range, and live and silent auctions.

Safe Kids Day 2017

Safe Kids Day 2017 will take place on April 25, 2017, from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at Whistle Stop Park, 22 South 11th Street, Temple, TX. Admission is free. Enjoy displays, games and learn how to keep your family safe.

5th Annual Art and Wine on the Square

For this event, you’ll have to purchase a commemorative glass in advance – it’s $20, but the actual event is free. The event will be held on April 25, 2017, from noon until 7:00 p.m. on the square at 101 W. Central, Belton, TX. The 3rd Annual Art and Wine on the Square Festival features the wine tastings, live music, and dining and shopping downtown.

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What’s New in the 2018 Ford Fiesta

Posted on March 28, 2017 by admin

The Ford Fiesta is one of the best-selling compact cars in the U.S. and Ford wants it to remain that way. Though it has a scheduled debut at the Geneva International Motor Show, Ford of Europe went ahead and revealed the 2018 Fiesta recently and announced that it will have a 3-cylinder engine that can put out as much power as the current model’s 4-cylinder engine.

This nixes the rumors that Ford was considering a single-cylinder engine in the 2018 Fiesta. Ford decided instead to give it a new 1.5-liter EcoBoost engine that produces 197 horsepower. The new model also will be the first Fiesta to have three separate driving modes — Normal, Sport and Track — which alter the responsiveness of the electronic power steering, as well as adjust the engine mapping and stability control. Another first, the new 1.5-liter engine will have cylinder deactivation, that shuts down one of the cylinders for increased efficiency in certain situations.

Ford updated the Fiesta’s exterior styling for 2018, including larger 18-inch wheels. Its redesigned front fascia also looks great, taking styling queues from its predecessor as well as Ford’s newer models.

Inside, Ford will fit the Fiesta with its Sync 3 infotainment system, and a floating touchscreen display that’s similar to what we saw in the pre-production 2018 EcoSport.

Ford Europe said the 2018 Fiesta will be available in early 2018 in both three-door and five-door variants, though Ford likely won’t bring the three-door to the U.S.

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A Decadent St. Patrick’s Day Dessert

Posted on March 17, 2017 by admin

When most people think of Irish foods, they imagine hearty meals of meat, potatoes, vegetables, and that tasty Irish soda bread. But what many don’t consider is that Ireland is famous for some incredible desserts too. This delicious Irish whiskey cake will add some flair to your St. Patrick’s Day festivities, and there’s no doubt your friends and family will want the recipe for themselves.

Traditional Irish Whiskey Cake

What you’ll need:

2 cups golden raisins
1/4 cup whiskey
3 tablespoons grated lemon zest
3/4 cup butter (softened)
1 cup light brown sugar
3 egg whites
3 egg yolks
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 lemon (juiced)
2 cups confectioner’s sugar

Cooking instructions:

Start by placing the raisins, lemon zest and whiskey in a small bowl to soak overnight.
Line the bottom of an 8-inch cake pan with parchment paper, then butter the paper and dust it with flour.
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
Sift the flour, cloves, salt and baking powder in a small bowl and set it aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the sugar and butter together until they’re fluffy.
Add the egg yolks into the butter mixture and beat well, then quickly beat the flour into the mixture.
Stir the soaked raisins into the entire mixture.
In a separate mixing bowl, whip the egg whites until they’re stiff, then fold them into the butter mixture.
Pour the entire combination into your prepared baking pan and bake for roughly 50 minutes or until you insert a toothpick into the center of the cake, and it comes out clean.
Cool cake on a wire rack.
Make your glaze by mixing the lemon juice with confectioner’s sugar and just enough warm water and whiskey, so it can be drizzled on top of the cake.

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March Events You Don’t Want to Miss

Posted on March 10, 2017 by admin

Looking for something to do this March? Head to the city and enjoy one of these fun-filled events.

Rodeo Austin – March 11-25

Over the years, Rodeo Austin has grown from a show featuring 16 animals into one of Austin’s premier events, featuring Pro rodeo events, daily concerts, livestock show and more. The rodeo will be held at Travis County Exposition Center daily.

St. Patrick’s Day Festival – March 17

This annual family-friendly festival celebrates all things Irish. Come enjoy authentic Celtic music and dancers, Irish language workshops, the finest Irish imports and plenty of good family fun. The festival will be at the Jourdan-Bachman Pioneer Farms.

Austin Urban Music Festival – March 31 to April 1

More than 15,000 music revelers converge on Auditorium Shores at Lady Bird Lake to enjoy Austin’s only music festival focused on R&B, neo-soul, and hip-hop music. Get your tickets today!

Art City Austin – March 31 to April 2

Hosted by Art Alliance Austin, Austin’s iconic annual art fair will sport more than 100 exhibiting artists this year. Head out to this free event and enjoy browsing artwork, grab some grub at a food truck, and listen to live music.

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Stop by Johnson Bros. Ford before you hit the road and make sure that your car is in tip-top shape. Time to trade-in for a new vehicle? Johnson Bros. Ford can help you get into the car or truck of your dreams. Come test drive one today!

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Ford and Johnson Bros. Offer Great Military Incentives

Posted on February 18, 2017 by admin

Johnsons Bros. Ford, in cooperation with the Ford Motor Company, is proud to offer a Military Appreciation Program to both active duty and retired military personnel. This program offers a range of offers, deals, and incentives to military personnel and makes Ford cars, trucks, and SUVs an attractive purchase option for the men and women who qualify.

Ford’s Military Appreciation Program

Ford offers military personnel and their families a Military Bonus Cash Offer. This exclusive offer is good toward the purchase or lease of an eligible new Ford or Lincoln vehicle.

Military Appreciation Cash is exclusively for members of the following US Military Branches; Active military personnel (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard), National Guard, Reservists serving on Active Duty, members of the Delayed Entry/Enlistment Program (DEP), Veterans within 24 months of separation, retirees, Spouse/Surviving Spouse and other household members, who are residents of the United States.

Ford also runs Ford Mobility Motoring, which makes it easier for those who are selecting and purchasing a Ford vehicle that will require adaptive equipment or modifications due mobility limitations.

You can read full details and learn more about the program here.

Service Discount at Johnson Bros. Ford

Johnson Bros. Ford also offers active military personnel a 10% discount off of parts and labor for all repairs completed in our service center’s main shop. If you qualify, don’t hesitate to take advantage of this special offer the next time your come by Johnson Bros. Ford for service or maintenance. Simply ask your trusted service advisor about it!

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Stop by Johnson Bros. Ford today to test drive a new or pre-owned Ford truck, car, or SUV. Even if you don’t qualify for Ford’s Military Appreciation Program, there are still plenty of specials, deals, and programs that you may qualify for instead. Just ask your friendly and knowledgeable sales associate if there are any current dealership or manufacturer offers.

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The 2017 Ford F-150

Posted on January 13, 2017 by admin

The 2017 Ford F-150, now at Johnson Bros. Ford, sets a new standard for what a truck ought to be. Durable, capable, smart, and powerful, the 2017 Ford F-150 can handle any task set for it and overcome any obstacle set before it.

Durability

Possessing a high-strength, military-grade, aluminum-alloy body and steel frame, the Ford F-150 is built at the same grade as vehicles in the aerospace, commercial transportation, and energy industries. Resistant to dents and corrosion and incredibly strong, the frame is actually 60 lbs. lighter than previous generations due to the state-of-the-art fabrication process of roll forming and tailor-rolled blanks.

Capability

Delivering impressive towing and payload capabilities, the 2017 Ford F-150 can handle a payload of 3,270 lbs. The F-150 also features a work-minded pickup bed with available features such as a flexible, configurable class-exclusive BoxLink system, LED box lights, stowable loading ramps, class-exclusive integrated tailgate step with lift assist, remote tailgate release, and deployable box side steps.

Smart Features

The 2017 Ford F-150 is loaded with smart features, including driver-assist technologies, like Pro Trailer Backup Assist, 360-degree camera with split-view display, Lane-Keeping system, and Blind Spot Information system.

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Come test drive the new 2017 Ford F-150 today at Johnson Bros. Ford in Temple, Texas. Whether you’re shopping for a new vehicle or just looking to schedule service, Johnson Bros. Ford can help.

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Events You Don’t Want to Miss in Texas

Posted on January 6, 2017 by admin

When you’re on the road this January (or looking for an excuse to do so), check out one of these fun events happening this month near your Temple Ford dealership.

24th MLK Community March, Rally, and Cultural Festival – January 16

Come out and honor the great civil rights leader, Martin Luther King Jr., at this free event taking place in Austin.

The 24th MLK Community March, Rally, and Cultural Festival will kick off at 9am at the University of Texas at 21st and Speedway under the MLK Statue. The march will continue on to the south steps of the State Capitol Building for a short program before continuing on to the historic Huston-Tillostson University where the festival will take place until 3pm.

The event organizers request that marchers bring can goods and non-perishable food items to donate to the Central Texas Food Bank.

Lunar New Year Festival – January 26

Check out this fun and free cultural event to mark the Chinese New Year. 2017 is the Year of the Rooster and the Lunar New Year Festival is ushering it in with Asian food, performances, and cultural activities. There will be a dragon dancing, lighting firecrackers, and exchanging red money envelopes. Head to the University of Texas to join in on the fun.

Austin Bacon and Beer Festival – January 28

The 4th Annual Austin Bacon and Beer Festival is setting up to be as popular as ever this year. Produced by Edible Austin in partnership with Eat Boston, the festival has sold out in multiple cities, including Boston, Denver, San Francisco, Philadelphia, and Austin in previous years.

The event showcases bacon-centric foods prepared by bacon-loving local chefs. This delicious showcase will be presented alongside local craft brews. General admission starts at 1pm at Brazos Hall and costs $47.00 for all samples inside. A premium tickets sets you back $100.00, but gets you early admission at 12:30pm, all samples inside, and a commemorative t-shirt and tasting glass.

The fest will run until 4pm. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Central Texas Food Bank.

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Stop by Johnson Bros. Ford this January to test drive a new or used vehicle if it’s time to upgrade your ride. You can also stop by Johnson Bros. Ford if you need to schedule some maintenance with our service department.

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