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Read More »Ford Turns to At-Home VR to Keep Vehicle Development on Track
While building out development vehicles digitally and checking them in virtual reality isn’t new for automakers, the shelter-in-place situation across much of the country has made the technology all the more important. For Ford’s design leads, VR headsets are now an even more critical tool for ensuring the automaker’s development …
Read More »AutoNation Vehicle Protection Plan Review (2020)
Advertiser Disclosure Vehicle protection plans kick in after the factory warranty has expired and help pay for expensive repairs that could otherwise wreck your budget. You can buy these “extended warranties” from the dealership at the time of vehicle purchase or later from a reputable third-party provider. Here, we will …
Read More »What Are Vehicle Service Contracts?
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