6 Ways to Make Your Vehicle More Fuel-Efficient

PEKIN, Ill. – Gas prices are always fluctuating, so anything you can do on your own to cut down on the cost of gas is helpful. At Velde ford we’re here to give you a few tips to help you save gas and money. Take a look at our 6 ways to make your vehicle more fuel-efficient.

6 Ways to Make Your Vehicle More Fuel-Efficient

1. Use cruise control. If you’re driving on the highway for an extended period of time, flip on your cruise control. Cruise control keeps you at one speed, which will increase your miles per gallon.
2. Check your tire pressure once a month. You can find the correct PSI on the inside of your driver door. Under-inflated tires will burn through more fuel, so keeping them properly inflated will give you more miles.
3. Think about your driving style. If you find yourself often accelerating quickly you’re probably burning through quite a bit of gas. Always try to accelerate gradually.
4. Lighten your load. If you carry a lot in your trunk, we encourage you to clean it out. All you need is your essentials like fluid bottles,  your emergency kit, and maybe some tools. The heavier your car is, the less miles you’re getting per gallon.
5. Love your engine. Give your engine the attention it needs with routine oil changes and other services. If everything is running smoothly under the hood, your fuel-efficiency will be the best it can be.
6. Take care of all your errands at once. If you have a lot of errands to run in one day, try doing them all at once. If you’re taking multiple small trips, you’re wasting much more gas.

Try these gas-saving tips to save on fuel and money. Looking for a more fuel-efficient car? Try the 2016 Ford Fusion or the 2016 Ford Fiesta. Come into Velde Ford today and you can take a test drive!

If your vehicle needs a tune-up schedule a service with us online today. Our service experts are happy to take care of your and your vehicle. There are plenty of services they can take care of as well that will make your vehicle more fuel-efficient.

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Service Experts at Velde Ford Answer Your FAQs

PEKIN, Ill. – We always give our customers the best service possible at Velde Ford. You can count on Velde to help you with buying, leasing, financing, or servicing your vehicle. We’ve been updating our website to offer you a more enjoyable experience online. Our service experts at Velde Ford have answered all of your FAQs, and you can find them all under the service tab at VeldeFordPekin.com. Each of the questions is sorted into a category to make it easier for you to the find the answer you need. If your vehicle is having mechanical problems, or you need any routine maintenance done, give us a call and our certified service technicians will take care of your vehicle and get you back on the road in no time!

Service FAQ Categories -

• General Car Care – This category includes many questions that deal with everyday vehicle care like fuel options, what to pack in an emergency kit, and factors that affect vehicle performance.
• Under the Hood – Any questions that have to do with a component that is located under your hood will fall into this category. Learn more about your engine, vehicle fluids, and car battery.
• Oil Changes – Oil changes affect the overall performance of your vehicle. For any questions about oil type, frequency of oil changes, and possible problems with your oil, take a look at this category for your answer.
• Tires – Get answers to all of your questions about tires brands, the importance of routine maintenance, and the main cause of wear and tear on your tires.
• Brakes – Brakes are a key component to your safety when driving. Read about possible warning signs, routine maintenance, and what affect your brake wear.
• Wipers – Your wipers sometimes go overlooked with them being such a small part of your car, but they’re one of the most important safety features. In the category you’ll find help choosing the right wipers and knowing when to replace them.

Our service experts at Velde Ford have answered all of your FAQs to help you understand your vehicle and its needs. If you have any other questions, give us a call at (888) 221-2804. We’re always ready to assist you with anything you need at our dealership. If you’re in the market for a new vehicle check out our inventory of new Fords and used vehicles.

Come to Velde Ford to take a test drive in one today. We’re excited to find the perfect vehicle for you to take home today! At Velde Ford, we're committed to providing our customers with an unbeatable level of service and a great car buying experience. Feel free to visit Velde Ford located at 2200 North 8th Street, Pekin, IL 61554.

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All-New 2017 Ford Fusion Helps You Avoid Potholes

PEKIN, Ill. – Potholes are a pain to you, your car, and your wallet. Ford has come to the rescue! The all-new 2017 Ford Fusion helps you avoid potholes. With this new technology, which can only be found in a Ford, you’ll be saving your vehicle and your money.

Information from AAA reports that drivers pays over $3 billion a year, and $300 per pothole-related damage. The 2017 Ford Fusion V6 Sport will come standard with this new technology. Not only will the new Ford Fusion help you avoid potholes, but the overall driving experience will be fun and effortless with a 2.7-liter twin-turbocharged V6 EcoBoost engine that pushes out 325 horsepower.

Here’s how Ford’s new pothole mitigation technology works. It’s a computer-controlled shock absorber system where dampers are used to soften the ride over a pothole. There are 12 high-resolution sensors that control the dampers and every two are checked every two milliseconds to ensure the fastest response possible. When one of the sensors encounters the edge of a pothole the car’s computer will relay the message to the damper fast enough to stiffen up and catch the wheel before it can fall into the pothole. The rear suspension will then be notified by the car’s technology even faster to make sure the rear wheels avoid the pothole as well.

A Ford Engineer, Jason Michener, mentioned what was involved in the testing of this new technology saying, “We tested and tuned this system by driving over countless potholes – subjecting Fusion V6 Sport to the brutal, square-edged potholes of our Romeo Proving Grounds to finesse the software. It was long hours of not very pleasant work, but the results are well worth it.”

The 2017 Ford Fusion will give owners the best driving experience that Ford can offer. The vehicle features a normal mode which drivers can use in their everyday commute. Then there’s a sport mode that will turn on the computer-controlled shock absorber and allow for fun and better handling.

The new Ford Fusion will be at dealerships this summer. Can’t wait until summer? We have plenty other sedans to choose from at Velde Ford. Take a look at the 2016 Ford Fusion or the 2016 Ford Focus.

Come to Velde Ford to take a test drive in one today. We’re excited to find the perfect vehicle for you to take home today! At Velde Ford, we're committed to providing our customers with an unbeatable level of service and a great car buying experience. Feel free to visit Velde Ford located at 2200 North 8th Street, Pekin, IL 61554.

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Downloadable 2016 Ford F-350 Brochure

PEKIN, Ill. ––  As a full-sized single rear-wheel (SRW) or dual rear-wheel (DRW) truck, the F-350 mixes innovation, comfort, and style into a competitive vehicle that has impressive torque ratings, towing capacities, and payloads. Available as a Regular Cab with trim levels XL and XLT; a Super Cab with trim levels XL, XLT, and Lariat; and a Crew Cab with trim levels XL, XLT, and Lariat, the 2016 Ford F-350 Super Duty is prepared to handle the many jobs of each unique driver.

Downloadable 2016 Ford F-350 Brochure

When all other heavy-duty trucks still aren't powerful enough to handle your biggest jobs, the 2016 Ford F-350 Super Duty stands out as the only acceptable option left. To learn more about what makes the 2016 Ford F-350 the King of Super Duty trucks and all other heavy-duty pickups, download your brochure below for details and photos. You can see all the available features in the downloadable 2016 Ford F-350 brochure and decide what you’ll be bragging about to your neighbors.

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Downloadable 2016 Ford Transit Connect Brochure

PEKIN, Ill. –– The Ford Transit Connect combines flexibility, functionality, and reliability into two available trim levels, XL and XLT. The 2016 Ford Transit Connect provides a unique and versatile answer for the business owner who needs a vehicle for delivery, service, or small work crews through a range of convenient features. On the road, you can rest assured the 2016 Ford Transit Connect will keep you relaxed in its comfortable interior with refined design with creative storage solutions and spirited driving dynamics.

Downloadable 2016 Ford Transit Connect Brochure

Become familiar the 2016 Ford Transit Connect, a standout in the small commercial van segment. Check out what makes the 2016 Ford Transit Connect one of the great commercial vans of today. You can see all the available features in the downloadable 2016 Ford Transit Connect brochure and decide what you’ll be bragging about to your neighbors.

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What’s That Smell in My Car?

PEKIN, Ill. – Is something not right with you car? Sometimes, a good way to detect a problem with your vehicle is by using your senses. If nothing looks wrong, do you smell anything? There are six very distinct smells you should look for if your car is not running like it should. Here are the six smells to know, and where they're possibly coming from.

What’s That Smell in My Car?

1. Hot Oil: Two signs to look for if you smell hot oil – smoke spewing from your engine and oil underneath your vehicle. Make sure you TURN YOUR ENGINE OFF before checking. If you see either of these two things, then you most likely have oil leaking onto your exhaust system.
2. Rotten Eggs: If you smell rotten eggs the problem is probably your catalytic converter. Your catalytic converter basically creates a chemical reaction to turn bad gases that come from your vehicle into less bad gasses that will go out your muffler. When you smell the rotten eggs, it means that your catalytic converter isn’t altering the gasses correctly.
3. Gasoline: If you’re smelling gasoline in your vehicle, it’s a possible leak from your fuel injector line or fuel tank. BE CAUTIOUS about this. If gas is leaking, a fire could start. Turn off your vehicle immediately and have it towed to our Velde Ford service center in Pekin.
4. Burnt Rubber: The good new is this could be an easy fix. Make sure your engine is off and isn’t hot before checking under the hood. Look for any belts that have come off their tracks, look loose, or are visibly cracked. If it’s cracked, you’re encouraged to get the belt replaced as soon as you can.
5. Syrup: If your coolant is leaking, it will give off a sweet smell like syrup. Engine coolant is a very important component to your vehicle running smoothly. It keeps your engine from overheating when it’s working and keeps it from freezing when you’re not running your vehicle in the winter. So, if you smell something sweet you should bring your vehicle to our service center right away.
6. Burning Carpet: If you smell burning carpet the first thing you should check is your hand brake, if you left it on while driving that could be where the smell is coming from. If that’s off, your brake pads are overheating, which is normal after slamming on your brakes. If you consistently smell it while you’re driving normally, then you have a dragging brake.

Now you know what that smell is in your car, you should make sure that your get it to our Service Center at Velde Ford so we can help you solve the issue and extend the life of your vehicle. We have certified service technicians that can take care of any repair or routine maintenance. Stop by our showroom if you’re looking for a new Ford to drive away in. The 2016 Ford Escape is a perfect small SUV that you need!

Come to Velde Ford to take a test drive in one today. We’re excited to find the perfect vehicle for you to take home today! At Velde Ford, we're committed to providing our customers with an unbeatable level of service and a great car buying experience. Feel free to visit Velde Ford located at 2200 North 8th Street, Pekin, IL 61554.

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Winter Tire Package for the Focus RS

PEKIN, Ill. – Good news! We know you’ve been dreaming about the all-new Ford Focus RS, and there’s even more to love about this vehicle now. Ford just made us a little more anxious about the release date by announcing the optional Winter Tire Package for the Focus RS.

The Winter Tire Package for the Focus RS is the ultimate driving addition for fun in the snow. The package is the first ever winter tire add-on that is offered through the original equipment manager in North America.

To create this package, new standards had to be put in place for vehicle testing for quality assurance. When a vehicle is normally tested, it goes through a bunch of trials with the production parts. Now, with the winter package, it’s not only important that it can stand up to harsh temperatures but it needs to perform well in the snow too.

Ford engineers took the Focus RS, with the full winter tire package, to Northern Michigan and Sweden for quality testing. The RS went through a number of procedures that tested every setup and snowy condition any other set of winter tires would be tested on.

After all the testing, Ford picked a 225/40R18 Michelin Pilot Alpin PA4 tire that is mounted to a 18x7.5-inch wheel. The great news for those interested in this package is that it won’t change the fierce, sporty style of the current RS because the tires actually look very alike. Even better news – the tires make it possible for drivers to add chains to the tires if they so choose.

This optional winter tire package for the Focus RS will become available when the RS comes to dealerships. Only select dealers will have it available and ready to install. If you're in the market for a fun and fast car right now, check out the 2016 Ford Mustang. Come to Velde Ford to take a test drive in one today. We’re excited to find the perfect vehicle for you to take home today!

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Ford Introduces the BraunAbility MXV – the First Wheelchair-Accessible SUV

PEKIN, Ill. – Ford just introduced the BraunAbility MXV – the first wheelchair-accessible SUV. The world’s best-selling SUV for 25 years now, the Ford Explorer, is actually the inspiration of the BaunAbility MXV. 

Because Ford stops at absolutely nothing to provide their customers with the best vehicles, they partnered up with BraunAbility to give Wheelchair users the accessibility they need in a car, but also the style and bold spirit of the 2016 Ford Explorer.

The Marketing Manager of Ford, Mark Odeh, had this to say, “We’re thrilled the Explorer name is connected to such a highly respected brand like BraunAbility. Explorer has always been associated with helping people go places they otherwise could not, and BraunAbility MXV furthers that reputation.”

Ford introduces the BraunAbility MXV – the first wheelchair-accessible SUV in the Explorer Base, XLT, and Limited models to give riders and drivers the plenty of feature options. Coming standard on all models will come with patented sliding-door technology, a powered, lighted in-floor ramp, and removable driver and passenger seats. Plus, to maximize on convenience the key fob operates the door and the ramp. If you’re looking to take a trip, you’ll also be happy to know that there is an available tow package.

The most important feature to the BrauAbility MXV is the spacious interior made for wheelchair comfort and movement. Also, wheelchair users have the opportunity to drive the vehicle or sit in any of the passenger seats. Here are your following interior dimensions:

• 55-inch usable side door opening height
• 28 1/2-inch usable ramp width
• 58-inch interior height (vehicle center)
• 59-inch interior height (for driver and passenger)
• 55-inch interior floor length behind front seats
• 59 1/2-inch interior width at B-pillar

Under the hood of the new BraunAbility MXV you’ll find a 3.5L V6 engine, which offers the same performance of the 2016 Ford Explorer. The MXV has an EPA-estimated 17 mpg city and 24 mpg highway. To top it all off the SUV has an estimated towing maximum of 5,000-lbs.

Do you love the 2016 Ford Explorer as much as we do? Come to Velde Ford to take a test drive in one today. We’re excited to find the perfect vehicle for you to take home today! At Velde Ford, we're committed to providing our customers with an unbeatable level of service and a great car buying experience. Feel free to visit Velde Ford located at 2200 North 8th Street, Pekin, IL 61554.

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Downloadable 2016 Ford F-250 Brochure

PEKIN, Ill. –– When it comes to finding the right heavy-duty pickup truck to handle your big jobs, you can't go wrong with the 2016 Ford F-250. To learn more about the 2016 Ford F-250, download your brochure below for details and photos.

Downloadable 2016 Ford F-250 Brochure

The 2016 Ford F-250 is available in the cab configuration Regular Cab and trim levels XL and XLT; cab configuration Super Cab and trim levels XL, XLT, and Lariat; and cab configuration Crew Cab and trim levels XL, XLT, and Lariat. The 2016 Ford F-250 offers multiple options for a variety of different pickup drivers. You can see all the available features in the downloadable 2016 Ford F-250 brochure and decide what you’ll be bragging about to your neighbors.

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Downloadable 2016 Ford Transit-350 Brochure

PEKIN, Ill. –– The Ford Transit-350 cargo vans or passenger wagons are built on a rugged platform and offer large interiors with vast cargo capacities, with a choice of single or dual-rear wheels. Trim levels include Cargo Van, Wagon, and Extended Cargo Van. Download your free 2016 Ford Transit-350 brochure below to get details and photos of this one-of-a-kind work van.

Downloadable 2016 Ford Transit-350 Brochure

When you go with a 2016 Ford Transit-350, it's because you need a heavy-duty van that can handle a multitude of formidable jobs. Whether you need to get people places or haul onerous equipment around from job-to-job, the 2016 Ford Transit-350 offers a range of trim options to satisfy your specific needs. You can see all the available features in the downloadable 2016 Ford Transit-350 brochure and decide what you’ll be bragging about to your neighbors.

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Easy DIY Valentine Ideas for Kids!

PEKIN, Illi. - Say goodbye to traditional paper valentines and try something new this Valentine's Day! We are helping you and your kiddos kick things up a notch this year by offering you some fun and creative ways to spice up valentines at an affordable price. With these Easy DIY Valentine Ideas for Kids, you and your little one can spend some quality time together creating personalized treats for their friends and classmates! 

1. "I Dig You!"
Fill a clear plastic bag with your child's favorite Valentine's Day candy, then insert a small plastic shovel. Seal it with an "I Dig You" tag and your child's name! 

2. "Just Popping in to say, Happy Valentine's Day"

Valentines do not always have to include candy! Bubbles are not only inexpensive for you, but they're also a blast for the kids!

3. Flower Tootsie Pops
Are you feeling extra "crafty" today? With a few muffin cups and some tape, you can make these adorable Flower Tootsie Pops in just a matter of minutes! You will find the complete tutorial here.

4. Valentine S'mores in a Jar
If you choose to do this project for a large group, we suggest using a festive bag as opposed to a mason jar for each valentine. You can easily find all of the contents for a "Valentine S'mores in a Jar" - Valentine's Day marshmallows, chocolate, and graham crackers - at your local grocery store!

5. "Valentine, You RULE!"

Rulers are a great valentine alternative. This is a gift that your child's classmates can store in their desks and use for the rest of the school year!

 6. "Sip, sip HOORAY! It's Valentine's Day!"
This is a healthier Valentine's Day treat. Attach a festive Valentine's Day straw to a juice box or bottle of water with a packet of flavoring! 

If you liked these Easy DIY Valentine Ideas for Kids, then you are going to love all of the other Valentine's Day fun that we have waiting for you on our Pinterest page! 

Looking for a great gift for your valentine this year? Try a new car from Velde Ford! That special someone is sure to love the all-new 2016 Ford Fusion. At Velde Ford, we're committed to providing our customers with an unbeatable level of service and a great car buying experience. Feel free to visit Velde Ford located at 2200 North 8th Street, Pekin, IL 61554.

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The 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor Prepares for Off-Road Racing Series

PEKIN, Ill. – There’s a new creature in the desert that you should be aware of. The all-new 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor is preparing for an off road race series called the 2016 Best in the Desert.

The racing series will really put the all-new Raptor to the test in every terrain with a tough stretch of courses. The core of the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor is a purpose-built fully boxed frame made from more high-strength steel than the outgoing Raptor now.

A lot of features go into the Ford Raptor to make it the ultimate off-road truck, and some of those features are the same in the actual production Raptor like:

• Torsen front differential to improve off-road capability further, significantly increasing grip for the front end and allowing the truck to pull itself over obstacles and up steep grades – even when traction is split between the front tires
• First-ever dual exhaust and new Ford Performance 17-inch beadlock-capable wheels with next-generation BFGoodrich All-Terrain KO2 tires enhance off-road performance

Greg Foutz, owner of Foutz Motorsports, Ford’s truck builder and primary race truck driver said,” This is the most stock truck I’ve ever seen in my time building Ford race trucks. Without custom technology or other modifications, this all-new Raptor is ready to prove the toughness and performance in the Best in the Desert series.”

The Raptor has plenty of modifications to make it a beast on the trail including:

• Race-optimized three-inch-diameter external-bypass front and rear Fox Racing Shox similar to Raptor’s segment-exclusive internal-bypass Fox Racing Shox
• Race-optimized front and rear springs raise ride height to gain additional ground clearance and provide increased compression rate to handle extreme terrain
• Custom-fabricated roll cage
• MasterCraft seats with five-point harness safety belts and window nets
• LED light bars
• Racing fuel cell
• Lowrance GPS
• RacePak digital dash and data logger

The 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor prepares for an off-road racing series with its drivers Greg Foutz and Tim Casey, who are both champions of numerous stock full-class desert races.

The F-10 Raptor runs off Ford’s second-generation high-output 3.5L EcoBoost engine and a all-new 10-speed transmission for better efficiency.

The power distribution between the rear and front wheels is done with a new transfer case that combines the best traits of clutch-driven, on-demand all-wheel drive with durable, mechanical-locking four-wheel drive. This will help send power to the wheels in slippery conditions.

The off-road technology has formed into an all-new Terrain Management System which lets the driver select different modes to optimize driving dynamics to environmental conditions. There are six preset modes:

• Normal mode for everyday driving
• Street mode for higher-performance, on-road driving
• Weather mode for rain, snow or ice
• Mud and sand mode for muddy, sandy trails and terrain
• Baja mode for high-speed desert running
• Rock mode for low-speed rock crawling

If you’d like to see this truck in action, here are the following Ford F-150 Raptor dates and locations:

• Parker 425, Parker, Arizona, Feb. 4-7  
• Mint 400, Las Vegas, March 10-14
• Laughlin Desert Classic, Laughlin, Nevada, May 5
• Vegas to Reno, Nevada, Aug. 17-20
• Bluewater Challenge, Parker, Arizona, Sept. 10-Oct. 6
• Pahrump Nugget 250, Pahrump, Nevada, Dec. 1-4

We look forward to seeing updates on the racing series as it begins this weekend! Looking for a truck to take you on adventures? Velde Ford has plenty to choose from. Take a look at the 2016 Ford F-150, it may not be the Raptor, but it’ll still get you where you want to go.

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Downloadable 2016 Ford Transit-250 Brochure

PEKIN, Ill. ––  If you're looking for the perfect vehicle to run a business out of, the 2016 Ford Transit-250 can get the job done. The 2016 Ford Transit-250 can be outfitted with a variety of engines, ranging from a 275-hp 3.7-liter V6; or a 310-hp 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6; lastly a 185-hp 3.2-liter Powerstroke I-5 diesel.  Learn more about this unique vehicle and get details and photos when you download your 2016 Ford Transit-250 brochure below.

Downloadable 2016 Ford Transit-250 Brochure

The 2016 Ford Transit-250 is available in two trim levels, Cargo Van and Extended Cargo Van. No matter what level of performance power you need to get your most arduous jobs done, the 2016 Ford Transit-250 offers a range of options that make it able to meet the needs of various business owners. You can see all the available features in the downloadable 2016 Ford Transit-250 brochure and decide what you’ll be bragging about to your neighbors.

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Downloadable 2016 Ford C-MAX Energi Brochure

PEKIN, Ill. –– The C-Max Energi plug-in hybrid uses Ford's powersplit technology to significantly improve fuel economy over similarly sized vehicles using conventional powertrains. The C-Max Energi uses a 2.0-liter Atkinson-cycle four-cylinder gas engine combined with a lithium-ion battery-driven electric motor. You can see all the available features in the downloadable 2016 Ford C-MAX Energi brochure and decide what you’ll be bragging about to your neighbors.

Downloadable 2016 Ford C-MAX Energi Brochure

The new vehicle of the 21st century is one powered by electricity, and the 2016 Ford C-MAX Energi is exemplary of this phenomenon occurring in the auto industry at a rapid pace. To learn more about the 2016 Ford C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid, download a brochure below for insightful details and energizing photos that will make you fall in love with this futuristic auto.

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Game-Winning Appetizer Recipes for Super Bowl Sunday

PEKIN, Illi. - Are you ready for a showdown between the Carolina Panthers and the Denver Broncos on Sunday? While the teams prepare to take on each other at Super Bowl 50, we are preparing to take on the kitchen! It is no secret that a majority of Super Bowl menus revolve around the pre-game appetizers, so we are here to provide you with some Game-Winning Appetizer Recipes for Super Bowl Sunday! 

Make one or make them all! These appetizers are easy, delicious, and will leave you with plenty of time to enjoy the game with your family and friends. From hot 'n spicy to sugary 'n sweet , we have a little something that will satisfy just about any set of taste buds. All right, get those game faces on and let's get cooking!

Game-Winning Appetizer Recipes for Super Bowl Sunday! 

Grilled Bacon Cheddar Bread

Baked Buffalo Chicken Taquitos 

Pigs in a Blanket

Mozzarella Cheese Sticks

Layered Baked Buffalo Chicken Nachos

Pulled Pork Sliders with Ranch Coleslaw

Caramel Brownie Peanut Butter Cookie Bars

Don't forget, you will find these recipes and dozens of other tasty dishes when you visit our Pinterest page! Need a ride to your game day celebration? Velde will help you get there with a 2016 Ford Focus or the 2016 Ford Fusion. Come on in and we'll help you find the perfect vehicle to take home. 

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