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The all-new 2015 Ford F-150 has been officially named Truck of Texas by the Texas Auto Writer Association. Announced at TAWA's annual Truck Rodeo, the honorable award was given to the F-150 after it outperformed 74 trucks during initial testing. This year's win represents the ninth time one of Ford's F-Series trucks has been chosen for the prestigious accolade, proving the brand continues to produce high-quality vehicles year after year.

Ford's latest F-150 model earned top honors thanks to its new innovative features and components. The 2015 Ford F-150's fresh all-aluminum body makes its stronger…

Continuing their year-long celebration of the Mustang's 50th anniversary, Ford has decided to join forces with pop artist Burton Morris, through the Mustang Unites program, to create a one-of-a-kind art collection of the pony car. The stunning collaboration includes the production of 10 hand-painted and sculpted Mustang pony emblems in Morris' signature pop art style, as well as a series of additional works - available for a limited time.

To commemorate the Mustang's anniversary along with its global release this year, Morris' ten emblems each feature a different flag of one of the countries the pony car is available…

Ford engineers put in a lot of work to ensure the next-generation 2015 Ford F-150 in Mesquite is better than its predecessor, and to keep it looking its best in years to come, the full-size truck now offers advanced sun protection to prevent fading. The new durable components provide years of protection against the sun's powerful rays and help eliminate damage from occurring over time. This is just one way Ford is working to prolong the lifespan of the model and satisfy their loyal fans, continuing the F-150's legacy as the best-selling truck in America.

To protect the…

Sick and tired of the limited number of highly capable hybrid cars on the market? Don't worry; Ford has you covered. The popular American car manufacturer will be officially launching an all-new hybrid lineup that is set to begin rolling out in 2018. The collection is expected to go head to head against Toyota's successful Prius roster, expanding the hybrid segment and giving buyers new models to choose from.

As a brand the believes in the ongoing success of hybrid cars, trucks and SUVs, Ford has decided to focus on building up its hybrid inventory and stray away…

Remember the sun-drenched and play-filled days of summer camp when you were a child? Now your kids can have the same experience! Camp is a great way for children to stay active, make lifelong friends, learn new skills, gain self-confidence and embark on first-time adventures that they won't experience at home.

Now through Aug. 22, 2014, there are several unique summer camp options for children of nearly all ages right here in Mesquite. Check out a few of your choices below and, if you're interested, get your summer camp registration form here. Camps are offered in weekly sessions…

Ford is not only a world leader in the sale of green cars like Fusion and Focus, but also a spearhead when it comes to implementing sustainable and green practices within its manufacturing facilities. For these reasons, the automaker was named No. 1 on Interbrand's list of the 50 Best Global Green Brands, edging out companies like Microsoft, Johnson & Johnson, Toyota and IKEA.

Ford's comprehensive sustainability efforts range from green building and waste reduction to saving water in its manufacturing plants. Interbrand also selected Ford based on the company's transparent business operations and investment in alternative energy…

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…