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  1. CR: Bronco Sport one of "Most Satisfying" SUVS

    Honestly, i'm a bit surprised... I would have thought the team occupying the C-Suite at CR would have been making more than that.
  2. Took advantage of the $6500 instant rebate!!!

    You likely dodged a bullet by not going for the used LR Disco Sport (at least the BS is under warranty). I love Land Rovers and had one many years ago that i bought new but, HOLY MACKERAL, maintenance and repair costs were eye-watering. I'll probably never own another without first becoming...
  3. Creaking noise on dashboard

    I have a squeky dash as well on my 2023 BS. Currently at about 6,000 miles. It's probably due to the materials used and the level of fit and finish in the final assembly. While some things on the BS are inexpensively made (I generally don't have a problem with this), others are cheaply made...
  4. Has anyone done a tank-to-tank comparison of Normal and Eco Modes?

    I'm in new england, so LOTS of rural driving and hills to contend with (seems like more uphill than down 🤣 ) If i'm in full time eco mode, and doing my regular routine driving, i get between 27.5 and 28.5 mpg (computer calculated) but that could easily be less if i had a heavier foot in...
  5. Would you trade in the Sport for the Big Bronco? Why or why not??

    Eh, while I like the look of the Bronco, and love the manual transmission availability, I just don’t need a vehicle of that size so I really can’t justify buying one. I’ll stick with my Bronco Sport Heritage Edition.
  6. 2024 Bronco Sport RV & Trailer Towing (GVWR / GCWR) Guide From Ford

    I remember, back in the day, seeing all sorts of vehicles with trailers latched onto the back..... heck, even you'd even see the odd Gremlin, Pacer or Chevy Chevette dragging something down the road now and then. Ahhhhh the 1970's and 80's.... THAT was the Wild West of Towing. While not sure...
  7. 2021 FORD BRONCO SPORT ISSUE SPURS NHTSA INVESTIGATION - Battery Failures

    This is the kind of stuff that goes on when manufacturers allow for things to be cheaply made instead of inexpensively made.
  8. Ford Pass Vehicle Status Alert

    While not that exact message, i've had times where the app was non responsive. Has it been going on for a long time? If not, It could be something at Ford's end at the moment. I usually give it some time, try again later in the day, and then it's fine...
  9. Outer Banks on 'Material Hold?'

    Gotcha. Thanks for the clarification.
  10. Outer Banks on 'Material Hold?'

    Wasn’t bitchin’ and moanin’… just relating the situation as it exists in our area. If anything it pushes us to do more with fewer employees so… no skin off my nose. If anything, it benefits those that do care to work. Either way, the consumer finds our products on the shelves when they want them.
  11. Muffled Rattling in rear BigBend Passenger side panel

    I think I read a similar situation and it turned out to be the “cab vent” that lets air escape when you close your doors, back hatch, etc…. The flap that (I’m guessing) helps to keep critters out, starts vibrating at certain speeds. Could be wrong, but I seem to recall that. (My BS does...
  12. Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking

    I've had my pre-collision go off 3x in 5k miles.... i'd say only once was sorta legit (at least i understand WHY it went off) the other 2... no idea why but it sure does startle you when it happens! The one i feel was understandable was on a very sharp 90 degree turn... As i got into the 90...
  13. Outer Banks on 'Material Hold?'

    I would have to disagree on the staffing problems. It's not easy trying to hire someone capable... and i've heard it from people in just about every sector, from basic manufacturing, to retail to professional services. From personal experience lately, i'd tend to agree with them.
  14. What are y'all doing for a phone mount?

    While i've considered a proper mount, mine goes in a cupholder or on the charger. I don't have much need for my phone while driving, day to day. If i need navigation, i just plug into the USB and then everything is up on the big screen.
  15. Is the end nigh for Ford's EVs?

    No need to worry... i'm sure there will be a bailout somewhere in the future. It's only money...
  16. Ford CEO ties bonuses to quality.

    That transition has been nearly 30 years in the making (the first Prius was in.... 1997?) but i totally agree with you on Toyota being smart in their strategy. I would have no hesitation in purchasing a hybrid. A full-on EV? No thank you. Between the stunning lack of charging infrastructure...
  17. Help with horn beeping on exit when running

    I found this annoying also. Happens when I grab the mail upon coming home from work. If I leave the drivers door open, the horn doesn’t sound.
  18. Ford pushing EVs hard?

    Honestly, i have no interest in an EV.... i just don't feel like we're "there" yet. I wouldn't hesitate to purchase a hybrid vehicle. Considering a Maverick hybrid for my wife (she's a pickup truck fan) but that particular vehicle would sit unused for a month or two, a few times a year and...
  19. BS / iPhone oddities

    I should add that my phone was not attached via USB cable... it was a Bluetooth connection. I've not run into any issues when connected by USB.... but then again, i don't make a ton of calls either.
  20. BS / iPhone oddities

    Had a strange one yesterday. I was on a call while in my BS (via iPhone). All going smoothly using hands free calling. The call ended the other party hung up (before i was able to) but on the BS's info screen, the the call was still active. I was unable to disconnect the call using the...


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