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Soul food plays a big part in the Detroit, Michigan, restaurant scene, and you'll find some fabulous spots to satisfy your craving for this delicious cuisine. Here are four of the city's best soul food joints. SavannahBlue SavannahBlue is a restaurant and bar tucked away upstairs in a building on Times Square. The place has a cool, chic ambiance with dark wood floors, exposed brickwork, classy lighting, and eclectic art. Seating is at high counters, comfortable tables, and on cozy sofas. They specialize in contemporary northern soul food with fresh ingredients prepared with a southern flair. On the main menu are appetizers such as Georgian hummus, catfish fritters, and jumbo crab cakes. For your entree, you could try the red snapper with Savannah red rice, St. Louis barbecue ribs, braised oxtail, or blackened shrimp farro Jambalaya. If you've got room for dessert, try the beignets with roasted peach jam or sweet potato bread pudding. more Bakers Keyboard Lounge First opened in 1933, Bakers Keyboard Lounge on Livernois Avenue is renowned for soul food and live Jazz music and has been designated as a Historic Site. The Art Deco-style furnishings and piano-shaped bar with its keyboard motif give the place its unique atmosphere. Adorning the walls are pictures of some of the Jazz legends that have appeared there. To accompany the jazz, you can have appetizers like Wing Dings and catfish nuggets, while entrees include beef short ribs, liver and gizzards, smothered pork chops, salmon patties, turkey chops, and ocean perch. For dessert, you could have peach cobbler, carrot cake, sweet potato pie, or Brownie Ala-Mode. Fusion Flare Kitchen & Cocktails A more recent addition to the Detroit soul food scene is Fusion Flare Kitchen & Cocktails on Plymouth Road which opened in 2018. The friendly owner and staff are very welcoming, and the place has a relaxed, laid-back vibe. Plenty of seating is available at high and low tables, or you can sit at the bar. You could start with one of the signature cocktails like the Fusion Flare Lemon Drop or Abington Appletini. On the dinner menu, the appetizers include wings in barbecue or Buffalo sauce, potato skins, and loaded tater tots. The entrees feature items such as chicken and waffles, fried crispy catfish, grilled rib eye and shrimp, and New Orleans style shrimp. The weekend brunch menu offers catfish and grits, salmon croquettes, shrimp and grits, and catfish and waffles. Detroit Vegan Soul Located on Agnes Street, Detroit Vegan Soul specializes in delicious soul food made from mostly organic and completely plant-based ingredients. They also have soy and gluten-free options. The bright and airy restaurant offers friendly service in a relaxed atmosphere. To start your meal, you could have the sesame kale salad or okra stew. Main courses include seitan pepper steak, smothered tempeh, spaghetti meatballs, and the sweet and sour tofu bowl. If you prefer a sandwich, try the bacon ranch tofu wrap, the "catfish" tofu sandwich, or the coconut BLT wrap. Be sure to check out these four restaurants that all add their own unique twist to the Detroit soul food dining scene. Image via Pixabay.com

Whether you're a resident of Detroit or a visitor, the city boasts some can't-miss, amazing museums. Grab the family and spend the day at one of these four museums in Detroit, Michigan. Detroit Institute of Arts The Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) on Woodward Avenue is one of the finest art museums in the world. It was founded in 1885 and moved to its current location in 1927 to house its rapidly expanding collection. The DIA covers 658,000 square feet with more than 100 galleries, a theater, a state-of-the-art conservation services laboratory, and much more. You can take a guided tour, join in with the free family fun days, try your hand at pencil drawing, and watch artist demonstrations. The historic theater shows a selection of international and art cinema. If touring the galleries gives you an appetite, Kresge Court offers snacks, meals, and beverages in the indoor courtyard. Alternatively, visit Café DIA on the first floor. more The Henry Ford Museum Covering 250 acres, the Henry Ford Museum and the adjacent Greenfield Village is much more than a car museum. In the Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation, discover the inventors and innovators who pushed the boundaries to get us where we are today. Step on the bus where Rosa Parks made a stand against segregation, and see the first-ever Ford car. In Greenfield Village, you can visit Thomas Edison's laboratory and the Wright brothers' workshop, ride in a Model T Ford and a steam train, walk through historic working farms, and see history from the comfort of the horse-drawn omnibus. For refreshments, visit the Eagle Tavern, the Greenfield Village Store, and the Sir John Bennett Sweet Shop. Motown Museum Located on West Grand Boulevard, the Motown Museum traces the history of how one man's vision became one of the world's favorite and most successful record labels. The simple two-story house, known as Hitsville USA, was where Berry Gordy founded his label in 1959. In Studio A, hits were recorded by some of the biggest stars, including Smokey Robinson, Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, Marvin Gaye, and many more. You can see the flat where Berry Gordy and his family lived and visit the gallery with its display of photos, promotional items, and costumes worn by the Motown artists. Step into Studio A and stand on the exact spot where legends recorded their greatest hits were recorded. The original recording equipment and instruments are on display. Michigan Science Center For the budding scientist in your family, the Michigan Science Center offers more than 250 hands-on interactive exhibits, a 4D theater, the Planetarium, laboratory activities, and more. Visit the exhibition galleries that feature engineering, health and nutrition, motion, space, and the Kids Town. Join in with the Sparks Electricity Show that explores static electricity, electromagnets, and plasma. Take to the Chrysler Science Stage for a live interactive, educational, and fun show. Or take a seat in the Toyota Engineering 4D Theater for a fully immersive film experience. One day is probably not enough to see all these museums have to offer. You might just need to book a return visit to explore Detroit's fabulous family museums. Image via Pixabay.com

When you're looking for a family car, important factors to consider are space, versatility, comfort, and safety. The 2020 Ford Edge offers all of this along with stylish looks and driving pleasure. The Edge is available in SE, SEL, Titanium, and ST trim levels. Here are four features that make it a perfect choice for your family. Exterior Design Driving a family vehicle doesn't mean giving up style. From the bold front end, through the flowing lines of the profile, to the sporty rear-end styling, the Edge will get you noticed. The SE trim offers a bright grille, bi-LED headlights, LED configurable daytime running lights, 18-inch alloy wheels, body-colored door handles and rear spoiler, power mirrors, a stainless-steel exhaust tip, and LED taillights. The SE trim features signature lighting, LED fog lights, and body-colored heated mirrors with courtesy lamps, and turn signals. Titanium models add 19-inch wheels and chrome door handle inserts. For when your hands are full, it also has a convenient hands-free liftgate. The high-performance ST features unique styling cues, 20-inch wheels, and a black sport mesh grille. more Interior Features Even with a full load of five passengers, you have 39.2 cubic feet of space behind the 60/40 split-folding and reclining rear seats for all of your family's gear. SE models feature fabric seating, 10-way power driver's seat, dual-zone temperature control, and LED lighting in the second row and cargo area. SEL trim adds faux leather seating, a power passenger seat, heated front seats, easy-fold rear seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and dual 4.2-inch customizable multi-information displays. The luxurious Titanium offers leather seating, memory driving seat, remote start, and ambient lighting. ST models have embossed seats, sports pedals, and unique styling details. Entertainment and Connectivity To keep your family connected and entertained on the road, the SE has the Sync 3 infotainment system with an 8-inch touch screen, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hot spot for up to 10 devices, voice recognition with Bluetooth, four 12-volt power outlets, two smart charging USB ports, and six-speaker audio with an audio input jack and satellite radio. The Titanium adds a 110-volt power outlet, a wireless charging pad, and a 12-speaker Bang & Olufsen audio system. All models have the option of a dual headrest DVD entertainment system, while SEL models and up qualify for a voice-activated touch-screen navigation system. Safety Features For your family's safety, the Edge is packed with driver assistance technology. Ford Co-Pilot 360 includes AdvanceTrac with roll stability control and curve control, traction control, hill start assist, a lane-keeping system, blind-spot detection with cross-traffic alert, a reverse sensing system, post-collision braking, and an SOS post-crash alert system. SEL models have the option of evasive steering and adaptive cruise control with stop and go. Titanium and ST trims add the available enhanced active parking assist system and a 180-degree camera system. To take a closer look at the features that make the 2020 Ford Edge the perfect fit for your family, visit Mike Dorian Ford today. Image via Ford.com

Clinton Township is an ideal place to unwind and relax after a long work week. A massage center is a perfect place to work out the tension built up over that week. Check out our list of favorites below. The Balance At 3250 Coolidge Highway in nearby Berkley, Michigan, you'll find a place dedicated to making your massage experience as positive as it can be. This holistic and clinical massage therapy center offers palpation massage, heat therapy, herbal massage, myofascial release massage, positional release massage, trigger point therapy, orthopedic massage, Cranio-sacral therapy, relaxation treatment, and more. Reiki, Ki Loa, Champi, and sound healing sessions are available. If your life needs smoothing out as much as your body and mind, The Balance is there for you with stress management packages, life coaching services, and wellbeing consultations. They offer a wide array of massage classes for singles and couples, so if you'd like to learn to do the work yourself, you can. more Ultimate Thai Massage This luxury massage therapy studio rests at 21342 Hall Road in Clinton Township. Ultimate Thai Massage offers traditional Thai massages at 60, 90, and 120-minute lengths, Thai-oil combination massages at 30, 60, 90, and 120-minute lengths, Swedish relaxation massages at 30, 60, 90, and 120-minute lengths, hot stones massage at 60 and 90-minute lengths, chair massages at a dollar per minute, and reflexology massages at 30 and 60-minute lengths. Couple's rooms are available for all massage varieties. The certified massage therapists at Ultimate Thai Massage are dedicated to providing you with a peaceful, calm, and relaxing environment. Give them a try today. Great Life Oriental Therapy Discover deep relaxation and contentment at Great Life Oriental Therapy at 15707 Hall Road in nearby Macomb Township. Here they offer deep tissue oil massage, hot stone therapy, acupressure massage, oriental therapy, Swedish massage, Thai massage, sports massage, a massage with oil and mud treatment, infrared massage, foot detox work, and reflexology sessions. The oriental therapy, foot detox, and reflexology sessions are half an hour each, with the other session varieties being a full hour in length. Great Life Oriental Therapy offers gift certificates, so if you know someone in need of relaxation, grab one on your way out. Belle Sante Spa For a combination massage, facial, and waxing experience you won't soon forget, head over to 30116 Harper Avenue in nearby Saint Clair Shores. They offer Swedish, deep tissue, couples, tandem, sports, hot stone, pre-natal, and Ahiatsu massages, four types of facials with many enhancement options, and comprehensive waxing options. Belle Sante offers many service bundles, including massage and facial combinations, specifically for mothers-to-be. Their Ultimate Luxe package includes 90 minutes of Swedish massage with aromatherapy, your choice of soothing leg or foot scrub treatments, and dermaplaning and signature hydrafacial or deluxe hydrafacial treatments. No matter what combination of services you choose, the certified professionals at Belle Sante will make you feel at home. Give these spectacular spas and massage locations a try the next time you need to unwind. By the time they are done with you, you'll be relaxed and ready to take on the coming week. Image via Pixabay.com

When you feel like a bit of wine to lift your spirits, head to Clinton Township in Michigan. There you'll taste reds, whites, and blushes worthy of a royal court. The township has a dizzying array of wine destinations. Please read on below and learn more about our favorites. Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurant Soar over to 17440 Hall Road to find wine and dish combinations that will satisfy you to your core. At Cooper's Hawk, you'll find 53 varieties of wine and the perfect plates to pair with them. They have eight impressive menus, including their main dining, wine, chef's recommendations, gluten-free, happy hour, carryout, kids, and catering menus. more Their patrons adore their ahi tuna tacos, crab & lobster bisque soup, red wine braised short ribs, and churrasco grilled steak. Their crab cakes are perfectly breaded and spiced, and their jambalaya is so authentic you'll think it came out of a New Orleans kitchen. Cooper's Hawk has a great deal to offer, so give it a few tries and build your personal menu of favorites. Filipo Marc Winery Work your way through tasting 85 incredible wine varieties at Filipo Marc Winery, situated at 39085 Garfield Road. They have open wine tasting Thursday at 7 p.m., Friday at 7 p.m., and Saturday at 5 p.m. Their times and dates are subject to change, so keep an eye on their website to be sure you don't miss anything. To reserve a wine tasting call 586-226-3990. Special guests of a psychic nature show up from time to time, so be sure to get a reading if you can. Filipo Marc's specialty fruited wine list is particularly interesting and includes mango mai tai, blackberry, carnival apple, raspberry, white cranberry, watermelon, cherry lemonade, and blueberry wines, among others. Michigan By The Bottle To savor the taste of Michigan by the bottle, head over to 3384 Auburn Road in nearby Auburn Hills. This winery has 43 varieties to offer, including cabernet franc, aurora delight, dry riesling, a house red, cupid's arrow, gitali, tri vina, chancellor, pinot noir reserve, and Spartan white. They offer cheese plates, nut samplers, sweets platters, chips with dip, and more. Their online events calendar is constantly changing, so keep an eye on their website for the best times to visit. Pick up their signature stemware and t-shirts on your way out. Their gift cards are ideal for wine lovers, so if you know a few, grab a few. Unwined Winery Unwind at Unwined Winery at 47653 Van Dyke Avenue in nearby Shelby Township. They have a wide array of wine options, including red wedding, red gold, black pearl, rockin rose, the Spaniard, and more. Their food menu includes an array of gourmet popcorns, chips with salsa and guacamole, fresh bread with dipping oil and merlot jelly, a chocolate plate, pizza bread, cheese plates, and more. For a wide range of meats, crackers, and cheeses try out their charcuterie board. They have an alternating set of trivia, special dinner, and wine glass etching nights, so keep an eye on their evensts calendar. Work your way through these Clinton Township winery wonderlands and discover what their vines have in store for you. You never know what you'll find. Dorian Ford does not condone of drinking and driving. Please be responsible. Image via Pixabay.com

The 2020 Ford Explorer Limited is a hybrid SUV built for maximum convenience and fuel efficiency. Take a look below as we go over some of its best features, and you'll see why you should consider it the next time you're in the market for a new hybrid. An Eye-Catching and Well-Equipped Exterior From the grated grill with the Ford logo at its center to the rear headlights, the 2020 Explorer Limited projects an aura of luxury and power. It rolls off of the line on 20-inch aluminum wheels. It comes in one of ten eye-catching colors, including agate black metallic, atlas blue metallic, blue metallic, iconic silver metallic, magnetic metallic, Oxford white, silver spruce metallic, star white metallic tri-coat, rapid red metallic tinted clearcoat, and rich copper metallic tinted clearcoat. more A Fuel-Efficient Engine and Battery Combo The 2020 Explorer Limited Hybrid's engine is a 3.3-liter Turbo Inline-4 generating 300 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque, and its transmission is a 10-speed automatic. This Explorer is rear-wheel-drive only, with strut forward and multi-link rear suspension standard. It gets 21 MPG in the city and 28 on the highway. Its specialized battery package grants the 2020 Explorer Limited Hybrid an effective range of 500 miles, according to Ford. This means it has one of the lowest combined MPGe ratings within its class. An Adaptable Terrain Management System All-new for the 2020 model-year, Ford's Terrain Management System helps drivers handle a wide variety of driving conditions and terrains. It has seven settings, including normal, trail, deep snow/sand, slippery, sport, tow/haul, and eco modes. The terrain system settings and effects are displayed on the handy 12.3-inch digital information cluster in 3D animated graphics form, a real rarity among hybrid SUVs. Incredibly Comfortable Luxury Seating Every seat in the 2020 Explorer Limited Hybrid is covered with tri-diamond perforated leather seating with accent stitching. Front heated and ventilated leather-trimmed seating options are available, and the PowerFold third-row seat folds flat for fast and convenient extra storage space. Second-row heated seating is also an option. Advanced Safety Features AdvanceTrac with roll stability control will make sure your new Explorer hugs the ground as you drive, and the Safety Canopy system contains specialized air bags to cover every passenger in case of a collision. The SOS Post-Crash Alert System will help get the word out in the event of an accident, and the lower anchors and tether anchors for children will help keep them safe and secure in their seats regardless of the situation. Security Features Enter your 2020 Explorer Limited Hybrid with keylessly with your remote or through the SecuriCode keypad. The SecuriLock passive anti-theft system with perimeter alarm will alert you should anyone tamper with your vehicle. Finally, the individual tire pressure monitoring system will help you keep an eye on tire pressure so that you can keep them at ideal air levels. Check out the rest of this Explorer's exceptional features at Dorian Ford in Clinton Township, Michigan. Their expert staff will guide you through their impressive inventory to the perfect Ford to suit your needs. Image via Ford.com

The 2020 Ford Expedition is an exceptional choice for areas where winter hits hardest. Check out the many useful features of this well-equipped and luxurious SUV below. Once you do, you'll see why you should consider it the next time you're in the market for a new vehicle. Powerful Engine Options Whether you have to power through rain, sleet, or snow, the 2020 Ford Expedition is an ideal option. It comes with a pair of impressive engines. The first, available on the XLT, Limited, and King Ranch trims, is a 3.5-liter V-6 premium gas engine generating 375 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque. The second, available on the Platinum trim, is a 3.5-liter V-6 premium gas engine providing 400 horsepower and 480 pound-feet of torque. Both engines get 17 mpg in the city and 22 on the highway. Every 2020 Expedition is equipped with a 10-speed automatic transmission with overdrive and auto-manual capabilities. more Performance Ideal for Winter With four-wheel adaptive independent suspension, an anti-roll bar, automatic ride control, electro-mechanical limited-slip differential, and 22-inch wheel options, the 2020 Ford Expedition is sure to hug the road no matter the conditions. The magnetic fluid-filled shock system will not freeze under winter conditions, so you'll never have to worry about lock ups due to the cold. This Expedition grants an impressive 104.6 cubic feet of cargo space after the third-row seating is folded down, a 1,757-pound max payload capacity, and a max towing capacity of 6,300 pounds. A Warm and Cozy Interior The 2020 Expedition seats eight standard and seven should you opt for captain's chairs in the back rather than bench seating. The driver and front passenger seats are eight-way adjustable, heated, and ventilated, so you'll warm up quickly when you enter your new Expedition from the cold. Heated rear seating is standard on higher trims, making them the ideal choice for colder climates. Convenience features include a proximity key, memory seating, a GPS navigation system, and illuminated auxiliary driver and passenger side-view mirrors so that you can see more easily in stormy weather. Vital Safety and Security Features When roadways are subject to icing and heavy packs of snow, nothing is more important than your vehicle's safety features. For the 2020 Ford Expedition, these include remote activated perimeter approach lighting, a three-row safety curtain canopy air bag system, electronic stability and traction controls, daytime running lights, an array of six non-canopy air bags, child safety locks, and more. A security system with panic alarm will keep you and your vehicle safe. Finally, the Ford Co-Pilot360 Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking system ensures that your Ford reacts as quickly as possible to possible collisions. It aids the driver in breaking for maximum stopping power, and should the driver not react in time, it will hit the brakes on its own to avoid impact. Check out the rest of the features of the 2020 Ford Expedition at Dorian Ford in Clinton Township, Michigan. Their expert staff will guide you through their expansive inventory to the ideal Ford to fit your winter needs. Image via Ford.com

Tires can be expensive. This is especially true if you have larger tires or drive an all-wheel drive vehicle, which requires all four to be changed at the same time. Then when you throw in tough winter conditions, you have winter tires to account for. It adds up fast, so it's no wonder people want to make their tires last as long as they can. Check Your Tire Pressure Often Check your tire pressure to ensure it's at the proper inflation at least once a month. In the colder months of the year, when tires tend to lose more pressure, you may even want to check the pressure every couple of weeks. The amount of tread on your tire is related to how the tires are inflated. Tread is thicker in the middle part of the tire and thins out toward the sidewall. If you're regularly driving on under-inflated tires, the edge of the sidewall is running on the pavement more than it should, wearing out the edge of the tire. By keeping your tires properly inflated, you can help ensure that tire wear mostly happens where the extra tread is. Just a dollar in the air machine at the gas station every month can make your tires, which cost several hundred dollars, last a lot longer. more Have Your Alignment Done Twice Per Year Having your vehicle's tires aligned isn't as affordable as checking the air pressure, but the benefits are worth the effort. When you hit large bumps and rough roads, there's a chance that your vehicle's wheels will rotate out of position ever so slightly (less than a degree in many cases). This can also make the tread on your tire wear out unevenly. If you notice tread wearing out on one side more than another or more down the center than the rest of the tire, it's definitely time for an alignment. There are two key benefits to keeping your tires aligned. First, the tires themselves will last longer. Second, you'll achieve much better fuel economy with properly aligned tires. The more you're out of alignment, the faster your tires will wear down unevenly. Rotate Your Tires Many tire shops will give you free rotations if you buy your tires from them, so be sure to take advantage of that if you can. Rotating your tires is required because the front and back tires will wear out at different rates. Front tires tend to take more of a beating because of the extra weight up front. Rotating your tires every 5,000 to 10,000 miles will keep the tread wear even between front and back tires. If you have an all-wheel drive vehicle this is especially important since tread levels on front and back wheels need to be kept more consistent. Increasing the life of your tires is easy with just a few bits of maintenance each year. The extra money you save from not having to replace tires as often can go towards higher quality tires or paying off your car payment early. Image via Pixabay.com

In today's world, technology is a part of our everyday lives. Even when we're out on the road, we want technology that will keep us safe and connected. This is why you'll find all the latest technology features available in Ford's truck lineup. From safety to connectivity, these trucks have it all. Let's take a look at some of the technology features you'll enjoy when you get behind the wheel of a Ford truck. Ford Co-Pilot360 Ford Co-Pilot360 is Ford's advanced suite of driver-assist safety features that can be found across all truck models. It brings you a lane keeping system that helps you maintain your lane, even in a moment of distraction, by alerting you when it senses you drifting too close to the edge or over the line. A rearview camera makes seeing what's behind you much easier. With auto high-beam headlights, you'll be able to drive with confidence, even on the darkest nights. They turn on when the lighting gets dim and switch themselves off when they sense an oncoming vehicle. The blind-spot information system will help you to change lanes easily by providing you with sensors that can detect and alert you if there is a car in your path. Additionally, cross-path detection will alert you if there is something in your way when you're backing up out of the driveway or a tight parking space. Pre-collision alert with emergency braking will alert you if it detects a potential collision and if you don't take action, the brakes will automatically engage. more Sync 3 Infotainment Using the Sync 3 infotainment system is both easy and convenient in any Ford truck. The voice-activated communication ability, along with the 8-inch capacitive center-stack touch screen, make this one of the best infotainment systems available. You'll be able to connect and control your smartphone with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. This lets you access your favorite apps, listen to your favorite music, use maps to find your destination, and so much more. Keep all your devices charged with smart-charging USB ports. Answer calls and respond to text messages, hands-free. FordPass Connect There are lots of benefits to enjoy with the FordPass Connect feature. It has the ability to allow you access to start/stop, lock/unlock, and remotely start your vehicle. You can locate your vehicle in a crowded parking lot, as well as check your fuel levels from anywhere. This feature also lets you use your Ford truck as a Wi-FI hotspot so you can keep up to 10 devices connected, no matter where you go. This hotspot will work up to 50 feet from the vehicle. It will give you updates about service for your vehicle and schedule appointments for you. Driving a Ford has lots of perks, including all its great technology features that keep you both safe and connected. To find out more about these great features, stop in to Mike Dorian Ford Inc. and let our friendly staff answer all your questions. We love helping our customers find the perfect vehicle for their lifestyle. Image via Ford.com

Finding a vehicle that is both capable and comfortable can be challenging. If you own a business and need a fleet of vehicles that are able to handle any task, you'll want to take a look at Ford's lineup for 2020. Ford commercial vehicles will provide you with the power and performance you need, while maintaining an interior your employees won't find anything to complain about. Here are some of the reasons you're going to want to choose Ford for your work fleet. Find the Perfect Vehicle Not all businesses are created equally, and the vehicles you need for your fleet are not going to be the same as any other business. That's why Ford has a wide variety of fleet and commercial vehicles to choose from. Whether you need cars for making small deliveries, SUVs for traversing any road conditions, or a powerful truck for hauling gear, Ford has you covered. They offer Transit vans that can seat two people or, if you need room for more, they can comfortably seat up to seven passengers. There are a number of package options that can get your vehicle ready for the specific job you need it to do. Some of these options include the School Bus Prep Package, the Shuttle Bus Prep Package, an Ambulance Prep Package, and more. Ford can help you create the perfect vehicle for your fleet. Just contact your local dealer to get started. more Service and Maintenance You Can Trust When you're overseeing a fleet of vehicles, you want to ensure that they get the regular service they require, as well as any additional maintenance they may need. At any Ford Commercial Vehicle Center you will receive high-quality service from technicians that are trained to understand the needs of your fleet. They can provide you with parts and accessories that you need to keep your vehicles running at their best. With extended hours available, you can have your fleet serviced when it's more convenient for you. Rentals and loaners are also available if you can't afford to be without your vehicle for long. Fuel Options Depending on the needs of your fleet, you might be interested in Ford's alternative fuel options. Select engines are available with a Gaseous Engine Prep Package that will allow them to run off of compressed natural gas or liquid propane gas, instead of conventional fuel. With the bi-fuel-capable engine, you can run your fleet with either advanced or conventional fuel. There is also the option of an E-85 flex fuel gasoline engine for increased gas mileage. Another option that may interest you is the B-20 biodiesel engine, which may reduce emissions and provide better gas mileage. Ford has a great lineup of fleet vehicles for 2020 that will provide you exactly what you need from your work vehicles. Regardless of the task or job, Ford has something that will meet your needs and help you grow your business. Let the team at Dorian Ford Inc. show you around the amazing selection of fleet vehicles available and get your business heading in the right direction. Image via DorianFord.com

Are you looking for an awesome way to ring in the new year? There are plenty of great options in the Detroit area. Whether you want to celebrate with friends, show your date a great time, or have fun with the family, you'll find options to suit everyone's needs. Here are some of the best places to celebrate New Year's Eve if you're in Detroit. The Resolution Ball - The Fillmore Detroit The Resolution Ball is Detroit's largest and most exclusive annual New Year's Eve event. For this reason, you want to make sure to book early and secure your tickets. They boast having a live DJ until 4 a.m. that can be heard on the concert-quality sound system. Roving illusionists and cirque-style acrobats and performers will entertain you all night. At midnight, bring in the new year with the ball drop, an incredible light show, and a confetti storm. There are also snack stations serving pizza, sliders, and Coneys. more Motor City New Year's Eve: The Drop This free, family-friendly event takes place in downtown Detroit. There are plenty of events happening throughout the afternoon and evening to entertain young and old alike. Grab some good food and drinks from local vendors. Let the kids expel their energy and excitement in the Kid's Zone where they can enjoy face painting, carriage rides, and karaoke. They even do an early ball drop at 6:30 p.m. so that they can still make it home for bedtime. For the older crowd, there will be live performances, fire pits, and The Drop at midnight. Rock the Boat New Year's Eve Dinner Cruise For a great way to bring in the new year with your date or significant other, join the party on the 15th Annual Rock the Boat New Year's Eve Party aboard the Detroit Princess Riverboat. You'll enjoy a delicious dinner buffet, great music and dancing, and a cash bar serving all your favorite drinks. Celebrate with your complimentary party favors and a champagne toast at midnight. The gates open at 7 p.m., but dinner is served until 10:30 p.m., so show up whenever you want. Get ready to have a good time because this party lasts until 2 a.m. New Year's Eve Kids Countdown Another fun place to celebrate New Year's Eve with the kids is at Beacon Park's New Year's Eve Kid's Countdown. This event features lots of fun activities for the kids and a balloon and ball drop at 6 p.m. that ensures they are still home in time for bed. Kids will love making new year's themed crafts, getting their faces painted, listening to music, and more. There's even a toast station serving sparkling juice so they can toast their friends and family when the ball drops. Even parents will enjoy this event with fire pits, lawn games, and food trucks on-site. No matter what kind of fun you're looking for on New Year's Eve this year, you'll find a number of great places to celebrate in Detroit. Check out one of these events or try some of the other fun things going on around town. Image via Pixabay.com

If you're looking for a compact SUV, there is no need to look any further than the Ford Escape. Here are 4 reasons the 2019 Escape should be your next vehicle. Trim Levels The Ford Escape comes in 5 trim levels. The base model S comes nicely equipped, but the SE trim gives you access to more option packages. The SEL is designed with comfort and performance in mind. The Titanium trim has all the options to rival other luxury vehicles on the market. Ford also makes the SE Sport Hybrid, a perfect blending of performance and economy. more Power The Ford Escape comes with four available engines so there's power, and then some, for every lifestyle. The base model comes with Ford's 1.5-liter EcoBoost engine with Auto Start-Stop technology. This fuel saving technology turns the engine off when idling, and automatically turns it on again when the accelerator is pressed. This inline 3-cylinder Ti-VCT engine is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission for power and performance. Upgrade to the 2.0-liter EcoBoost engine, also with Start-Stop technology and get even more power. When paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, and equipped with the Class II Trailer Tow package, the Escape can tow up to 3,500 pounds. Fuel Savings Systems The hybrid engine is a 2.5-liter inline 4-cylinder engine using Atkinson cycle, an 88 kW electric motor, and an electronically controlled variable transmission for superior power and economy. The liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery is smaller than ever, and stored beneath the vehicle, rather than inside the cabin. The plug-in hybrid engine is the same 2.5-liter Atkinson cycle inline 4-cylinder engine. It offers two plug-in options. The 110-volt Level 1 charger can recharge the lithium-ion battery in as little as 10 hours. The 220-volt Level 2 charger can do the same in only 3.5 hours. The all-wheel-drive models all feature Ford's fuel saving All-Wheel-Drive Disconnect system. The system monitors road conditions and disconnects the rear drive train when it determines there is no need for all-wheel-drive. Ford Co-Pilot 360 This is a suite of driver assist features Ford offers on the Escape. An Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go system uses advanced radar and camera technology to keep your vehicle at a a safe distance while in traffic. The system will even bring the Escape to a complete stop. When the traffic ahead clears the system will return the vehicle to its preset speed. A Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking system detects when a collision is imminent, and applies emergency brake pressure. The BLIS (Blind Spot Information System) with Cross-Traffic Alert system monitors and alerts the driver when a vehicle enters its blind spot. The Cross-Traffic Alert system is particularly useful in crowded parking lots. It will alert you when an object or vehicle crosses behind your vehicle. The available Active Park Assist system makes parallel parking a breeze. There are a lot of features to love on the Ford Escape. Come test drive one today and see the reasons why you'll purchase one as your next vehicle. Image via Ford.com