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Here at Lawrence Hall Ford, we are happy to announce that the 2022 Ford F-150 is the best-selling, full-size pickup truck in the North American market. This isn't a new status for Ford's flagship truck. In fact, it's been on top for decades. Ford's F-series trucks have come in first place in sales for over 45 years. Even more impressive is that Ford's F-series trucks have been the best-selling vehicles of any type for most of those years. This is a testament to their performance, capabilities, reliability, and overall design.

One of the first questions you should ask yourself when starting the car buying process is whether you want to buy a new or used vehicle. There are advantages to each option, so it ultimately comes down to what works best for you.

 

When you get a car loan, you will probably hear about two key numbers: The interest rate and the APR, or Annual Percentage Rate. The interest rate is the lower number. It’s the annual cost of borrowing money – the interest you’re paying the lender for the privilege of borrowing money. But the interest rate doesn’t include fees and other costs. The APR is the higher number and it reflects the total cost of borrowing, including interest.

The higher the APR, the higher your monthly payments

That’s pretty obvious but that’s how it works. Remember the…

While a test drive can’t tell you everything about a car, it can tell you a lot. Here are some tips from Lawrence Hall Ford on how to take a test drive that helps you make the right vehicle choice.

Tip #1: Find a good open stretch of road

You want to see how the car handles at higher speeds and how well it can accelerate. Strong acceleration helps you know if it can pass slower vehicles safely.

Tip #2: Push the car a little

Don’t get a speeding ticket, obviously, but test the upper limits of your…

If you've been looking at purchasing a vehicle, there are two options that you may leave you split. Should you buy a new Ford vehicle or look at used cars, trucks, and SUVs? Here at Lawrence Hall Ford, our team is prepared to help you understand the advantages of purchasing either a new or used vehicle.

Advantages of New Ford Vehicles

• Ford Custom Order – When you sit down and custom order a new Ford with one of our representatives, you'll be able to choose all of the features and accessories that you're interested in.

Your car, truck, or SUV is an investment on wheels, and performing regular maintenance should be a priority of yours. Whether you use your vehicle to get to work or run to the grocery store, taking care of your car pays off in the long run. At Lawrence Hall Ford, our team has put together a list of six reasons why you should service your car, truck, or SUV.

Why Regular Service Matters

1. Keep Your Engine Healthy

There's no questioning the fact that vehicles need regular engine service to operate correctly, and one of the most common services…

Find your next used truck at Lawrence Hall Ford in Anson. We have a great selection of used trucks for you to check out, and we're more than happy to help you search through our expansive collection of vehicles near Abilene. Whether you're interested in a Ford, Chevy, or other major brand, we have something that's going to be just right for you. Our sales associates are fully trained to help you find the vehicle that's right for you by answering your questions and learning about your needs.

The Ford Brand

Ford has several used truck…

Many new car buyers start their shopping online by researching different banks. They all want to know what the average APR or interest rate will be on a car loan for your next new or used car. These figures often mean very little to buyers if they don’t understand how APR is determined and how it affects loan payments of Abilene area drives. Our finance team at Lawrence Hall Ford can provide you with all the information you need.

What is APR?

APR, which stands for annual percentage rate, is the amount you can expect to pay each year…

Here at our Anson Ford dealership, we've been in the Ford truck sales business for quite some time. And while half-ton and heavy-duty pickup trucks are undoubtedly the backbone of our lineup, we're incredibly excited to introduce our guests to a truly unique compact truck coming to the lineup: the new Ford Maverick. This innovative hybrid pickup is sure to be the toast of our new Ford truck showroom and we can hardly wait to show you what it'll have in store.

If you're like a lot of folks from Sweetwater to Abilene, TX these days, you've outgrown your current ride and you're looking for something with a bit more space and capability. But with the soaring prices of many new SUVs on the market today, it can be hard to square the cost of a new ride with your budget. Fortunately for you, there are ample savings to be had with the used SUVs for sale in Anson, TX at Lawrence Hall Ford.