Ford built the completely redesigned Escape for style, comfort, and fun. This small crossover SUV features a spacious new cabin, and will turn heads with its sleek, revamped exterior. The vehicle is engineered for life on the go with the return of its hybrid powertrain. Let’s get to know the 2020 Ford Escape.

Your Choice of Advanced Powertrains

The new 2020 Escape comes with your choice of traditional gas engines or a hybrid motor. Pick either the efficient 2.5-liter iVCT Atkinson-cycle plug-in hybrid or one of two EcoBoost setups. There’s the turbocharged 1.5-liter engine and the 2.0-liter powertrain with fuel-efficient auto start-stop technology. Read the rest of this entry »

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Wine enthusiasts are invited to explore the heart of Georgia’s wine country. Located in the foothills of the state’s northern mountains, the city of Dahlonega is the area’s wine tasting capital. It offers the highest concentration of wineries, vineyards, and tasting rooms in the state. Enjoy award-winning vino and breathtaking views at one of these exquisite wineries.

Cavender Creek Vineyards and Winery

Unwind and feel right at home at Cavender Creek Winery on 3610 Cavender Creek Road. This downtown tasting room takes immense pride in sharing their hospitality, knowledge, and enthusiasm for fine wines. Dahlonega’s newest family grape farm, this intimate venue holds its wines up to the highest standards of quality. Sprawled over 15-acres, this property produces only 1,400 cases of truly hand-crafted Petit Manseng, Cabernet Sauvignon and American Norton varieties per year. Read the rest of this entry »

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The scenic North Georgia mountains provide breathtaking views, especially in fall as the leaves change colors. Experience the beauty of autumn in North Georgia by visiting these fall festivals in Dahlonega.

Dahlonega Trail Fest

Dahlonega Trail Fest takes place in Dahlonega Square Sept. 6-8 and is a festival that celebrates Dahlonega’s place along the Appalachian Trail. Loved by outdoor enthusiasts, Dahlonega Trail Fest supports all outdoor recreation, such as hiking, backpacking, canoeing, kayaking, horseback riding, mountain biking, and orienteering. If you love the outdoors, this is the festival for you.

At the festival, visitors have the opportunity to meet authors, listen to speakers, and take part in workshops. You can also enjoy an abundance of live music and delicious food. Walking along Vendors Row at Trail Fest, guests are able to purchase outdoor gear from a variety of locally and nationally known vendors.

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A vehicle’s transmission is the system that enables the vehicle to change gears at different speeds. The transmission is an essential component of the vehicle and must be taken care of to ensure the vehicle functions properly. Check out these five tips for keeping your automatic transmission up and running.

Schedule Regular Maintenance

With any vehicle, it’s important to always schedule routine vehicle maintenance. Keeping your vehicle on a consistent maintenance schedule is the only way to make sure that all vehicle fluids are filled to the appropriate levels and that your vehicle is performing as it should.

Let the professionals run a checkup on your vehicle every so often just in case there are any problems. With regularly scheduled maintenance, potential problems could be caught early on, saving you money on repairs in the long run.

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North Georgia is home to numerous wineries as well as gorgeous mountain views. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the view with a glass of wine in hand. Here’s a list of the best vineyards to visit in Dahlonega, Georgia.

Wolf Mountain Vineyards & Winery

Nestled in the North Georgia Mountains, Wolf Mountain Vineyards and Winery was established in 1999 and features hillside vineyards similar to those of wineries in Napa. The grounds may give off a California vibe, but the wines offered at Wolf Mountain are more European in nature.

Wolf Mountain proudly showcases its award-winning, handcrafted wine through numerous events and tastings around the 30-acre estate. Public events at Wolf Mountain include a variety of wine tastings and tours, a Sunday brunch, a cafe lunch, and a gourmet dinner. Wolf Mountain also hosts private events such as wedding ceremonies, receptions, and rehearsal dinners.

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Ford continues to amaze car enthusiasts with each model year. With an incredible lineup of vehicles currently on the market, what will Ford come up with next? Here’s a look at some of the most exciting future vehicles from Ford.

2020 Mustang Shelby GT500

According to Ford, the 2020 Mustang Shelby GT500 will be the fastest Mustang model in its lineup. This new Mustang will include an upgraded 5.2-liter supercharged V-8 engine and a dual-clutch transmission. Read the rest of this entry »

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Even though vehicles today are equipped with more safety features than ever before, including lane departure prevention systems, tire pressure monitoring systems, and back-up cameras, none of these devices play as crucial of a role in driver and passenger safety as a seatbelt. Read on to learn why seatbelts matter and better understand the importance of bucking up.

Safety

You can’t understand the importance of buckling up without talking about the obvious – safety.  This is a seatbelt’s only function, to help keep you and your passengers safe.  When in an accident, they can keep you from being thrown through the windshield, ejected from the car, or flying forward where you could be thrown into or hit your head on the steering wheel. It’s just as crucial for your passengers, whether they are in the front or back seats.  Again, this prevents them from possibly getting thrown from the vehicle.   Read the rest of this entry »

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Dahlonega, Georgia, is home to wildlife galore. With the abundance of hunting opportunity, sometimes it can be overwhelming to find somewhere to hunt. With more than 600,000 hunters in Georgia, it’s vital to utilize the public land properly. We’ve compiled a list of our three top hunting spots in Dahlonega. We hope one suits your needs and you can get the perfect prize!

Chestatee Wildlife Management Area

The Chestatee Wildlife Management Area is one of the top areas for hunting in Lumpkin and White counties. With more than 27,000 acres of land for you to explore, it’s an ideal location for hunting deer, bear, and turkey, as well as fishing. Find somewhere and settle in for a day full of hunting fun.  Read the rest of this entry »

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The 2019 Ford Ranger has been re-imagined and is now better than ever with the technology, design, and performance that you desire at a price you can afford. Chestatee Ford is proud to be able to offer you this newly designed truck with its many best in class features. Read on and discover why the 2019 Ford Ranger is the perfect mid-size pickup.

Technology You Crave

The 2019 Ford Ranger has many upgraded technology features that consumers have been craving, including the Ford Co-Pilot 360, the voice-activated SYNC 3, and the FordPass Connect.  Read the rest of this entry »

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They say to experience a place you need to experience its food truly, and Georgia is no different. Whether you’re a local to the area or just passing through, taking time to enjoy one of the favorite comfort foods around is a must.  Here is our list of the four best restaurants serving chicken and dumplings in Dahlonega.

Wagon Wheel

The Wagon Wheel with its friendly staff and homey decor is a perfect place to stop in for a bite to eat whether out with the family or just grabbing a bite with friends.  In addition to chicken and dumplings, they offer an excellent selection of breakfast favorites, hoagies, sandwiches, clubs, wraps, and dinner entrees.  Read the rest of this entry »

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