Go Behind the Scenes With Ford
At Lynch Ford Chevrolet, we love putting people behind the wheel of new Ford models every day, but for some diehard fans, simply owning one isn’t enough. What do you do if your Ford is more than just a mode of transportation? What can you do if it’s a passion? For these special few, Ford offers in-depth experiences to discover the history of the brand, and for some, that includes one-of-a-kind hands-on experiences, thrilling track time, and more.
Ford High-Performance Driving Schools
It should come as no surprise that America’s oldest car brand offers the most opportunities for excitement on the road. Motorheads will find more than enough options for closed-track excitement with many different types of Ford models. Here are just a few:
- The Ford Performance Racing School – Utah Motorsports Campus in Grantsville, Utah offers drivers the chance to open up a sport-tuned Mustang on a closed track under the guidance of a professional driving instructor. Multiple packages lead to enhanced driving skills and even competitive racing licensing.
- Raptor Assault Experience (pictured above) – The exclusive club of Ford Raptor owners can access this off-road driving school free of charge. Also located at the Utah Motorsports Campus, this course shows Raptor owners how to push the all-terrain limits in one of the most capable trucks on the planet.
- Team O’Neil Rally Driving School – Another off-road experience, but for the compact Ford Fiesta ST this time, this school focuses on learning the thrill of rally racing in the white mountains of New Hampshire.
- Check out more driving school experiences listed on the Ford Performance Website.
The Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation
In Dearborn, MI, Ford fans and history lovers alike can learn about the man who started it all at the Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation. The museum features in-depth exhibits that explore the life of Henry Ford (pictured above) and the brand that he helped create. In addition to the museum itself, visitors can check out the Ford Rouge Factory Tour to witness the technologically-advanced assembly process of the iconic F-150, as well as other parts of the facility that showcase the latest in Ford innovation, like the plant's eco-friendly living roof (pictured below).
Separate from the Henry Ford Museum, but no less impressive, the Shelby Heritage Center in Las Vegas, NV houses multiple Shelby models from current and previous generations. If you’re a fan of American muscle cars, you’ll love seeing impressive machines like the Shelby Super Snake, the Shelby Raptor, and the legendary 50th Anniversary Shelby Daytona Cobra Coupe (pictured below).
You can also connect with other like-minded Ford fans from the comfort of your home through many online communities. These online communities include groups of fans and drivers of many different Ford models with groups like Team Shelby, Fiesta Faction, and F-150 Mafia. These groups are a great resource for how-to help, group gatherings, and fun discussions about the cars that people love.
You invest a lot in your vehicle, so it should be more than just a mere machine in your life. These in-depth experiences from Ford can show you the way to expanding your automotive interests into a full-throttle passion. To find out more about these experiences, click on the links above or contact us online.
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