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Thus far in 2014, a staggering 25.3 million vehicles have been recalled for a wide range of mechanical issues, many of them from automakers like GM and Toyota. According to the Associated Press, if we continue at this pace the U.S. will have a record-setting year of recalls.

While Ford has a strong track record of developing reliable cars, unexpected mechanical problems are unavoidable for any manufacturer, and when they occur it's best to bring your car into a factory-approved dealership that can handle the repairs correctly. At Town East Ford, in the rare case that a…

While the unique formation you see above resembles a naturally occurring stone called agate, it is actually a manmade enamel material called Fordite and it's got a very interesting history. Like the rings in a tree bark reveal the environmental occurrences that took place as it aged, the layers and color changes in Fordite represent a time when auto factories used non-automated car painting techniques.

What you see in the "stone" above is layers of old paint drippings that have been forged together over decades in Detroit-area factories. Back before the painting process was mechanized, factory workers hand spray…

Exciting competition and high-intensity action await you at Devil's Bowl Speedway in Mesquite, TX. The venue's half-mile dirt track will be the proving ground for all types of racing vehicles this season. Now through mid-October, locals can catch events like the Lucas Oil American Sprint Car Series, Texas Winged Modified Association and Texas Outlaw Modified Series. Events take place every Saturday night!

The southwest's most legendary dirt track, Devil's Bowl Speedway, has offered affordable auto racing entertainment to race car fans throughout Mesquite and the DFW area for 42 years. General admission for Saturday races starts…

The already immensely popular Ford Focus has received attractive styling, technology and under-the-hood updates that are sure to further build its fan base. With an Aston Martin-inspired grille design, a new SE Sport Package and the addition of a 1.0L three-cylinder EcoBoost engine option, the 2015 Ford Focus in Mesquite is already winning over critics.

Additional changes for the new model include:

• MyKey now standard on all trims
• Available new heated steering wheel
• Newly optional lane-keeping assist and blind-spot detection
• MyFord Touch-equipped models receive standard rearview camera
• Enhanced SYNC AppLink offers new capabilities
• New six-speed manual transmission (mated to…

Soon, the Fiesta ST will need a larger trophy room. In less than a year since its debut, this hot little hatchback has earned 22 highly coveted industry awards, including a recent 2014 Automobile Magazine All-Star title.

From performance to style and value, there is no other car quite like the Ford Fiesta ST, which offers a fun-to-drive personality, full suite of high-tech features and surprisingly competitive price for the whole package. To date, it's the most awarded performance subcompact that Ford has released, and with a recent honor from Automobile Magazine, it might just be the most awarded…

Starting this spring, the 2014 Ford EcoBoost Challenge will tour through 12 U.S. cities, including Dallas, Texas! The fun and free event gives locals a chance to receive professional driving instruction behind the wheel of Ford's hot Fiesta ST hatchback. Plus, attendees will get to test drive several of Ford's EcoBoost-equipped models on exciting closed-course tracks!

Along with this, hybrid fans can drive the Ford C-MAX back to back with its competitors in a comparison test like no other! And the EcoBoost courses will also offer participants the opportunity to test drive vehicles from competing manufacturers, just…

If you're tired of going to the same old places and would like to break up your weekend routine, try out one of these fun events and activities. Whether you're an art, food or music lover, Town East Ford has got some great suggestions for you! From a Cher concert to a rum tasting tour, there are lots of fun things to do near the Dallas area.

Dallas' First Walking Food Tour

#1 TripAdvisor Activity in Dallas

Whether you have friends in from out of town, or want to discover some great new restaurants yourself, a food tour…

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Yes, 700 is a massive number, and recently Ford Motor Company reached this milestone when opening up yet another Quick Lane Tire & Auto Center. The widespread success of these facilities is largely a result of tailoring the centers specifically for those with busy lifestyles. In fact, if you live in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, you can stop by Town East Ford's Quick Lane for fast, hassle-free service without an appointment!

Quick Lane has experienced rapid growth all across the nation, and for good reason. It allows car owners to have their vehicles worked on by trusted dealership…

Mustangs and pinball machines are both American pop-culture icons, and now they've converged in a new series of games created by a Chicago-based company called Stern Pinball. The machines, which were recently revealed at the Chicago Auto Show, pay tribute to "50 years of Mustang," as well as the debut of the all-new 2015 Ford Mustang.

Stern's new pinball machines showcase images of Mustangs from the past five decades, including a more action-packed, premium-edition version that focuses on the Mustang Boss 302 and Boss 429. The new games blend classic pinball features with new technologies to give the…

The future of tough lies in the all-new 2015 Ford F-150, which is scheduled to debut later this year. Entering its 13th generation, the truck sees some major changes, the most significant of which is the introduction of an aluminum-alloy body. It replaces the previous steel structure and brings with it myriad improvements in a number of areas - from fuel economy to tow capacity and much more.

The new military-grade shell not only offers proven strength, but also enhancements that will change the face of the automotive industry, especially in the commercial and work-truck segments. Using an aluminum-intensive structure that…