Expert Insights on Certified Technicians and Ford Blue Advantage Standards Today, we are speaking with Matt Shaw, the Service Manager at Tri State Ford. With a decade of dedicated experience in automotive maintenance and repair, Matt oversees the complex service operations that keep local vehicles running at peak performance. In this interview, he explains the […]

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Aligning Your Summer: Expert Advice on Wheel Alignment at Tri State Ford As the temperatures rise across the Ohio River valley, many families are preparing for long-distance road trips and weekend adventures. To ensure these journeys are safe and efficient, we sat down with Matt Shaw, the Service Manager at Tri State Ford, who brings […]

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Expert Q&A: Maximizing Performance with The Works Maintenance Package at Tri State Ford In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Matt Shaw, the Service Manager at Tri State Ford, to discuss the critical role of preventative maintenance in vehicle longevity. With over a decade of experience overseeing specialized automotive care, Matt provides an inside […]

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Why Genuine Ford Filters Are Essential for High-Mileage Engines For drivers in East Liverpool and neighboring communities like Calcutta and Boardman, maintaining a high-mileage Ford vehicle means prioritizing the health of the engine, especially when it comes to filtration components. Genuine Ford filters, specifically those branded Motorcraft, play a crucial role in protecting engines that […]

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Understanding Ford Mobile Maintenance: Convenience and Quality Combined Ford Mobile Maintenance brings professional vehicle care directly to your doorstep, combining the ease of on-site service with the trusted quality of factory-trained technicians. For drivers in East Liverpool, Calcutta, and surrounding communities, this service is designed to make routine upkeep or minor repairs hassle-free, saving you […]

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Why Tri State Ford is the Trusted Choice for Timing Chain Service When it comes to maintaining your 2026 Ford, ensuring the proper care of critical engine components like the timing chain is essential for long-term reliability and performance. The timing chain plays a pivotal role in synchronizing the engine’s camshaft and crankshaft, directly impacting […]

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Understanding Your Check Engine Light: What It Means for Your Vehicle’s Health Every driver knows the moment the check engine light flickers on the dashboard—it’s a signal that something under the hood needs attention. This small, often amber-colored icon represents your vehicle’s onboard diagnostic system detecting an issue that could affect performance, emissions, or safety. […]

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Understanding the 2025 Ford F-150 Axle Hub Recall: What Tri-State Owners Need to Know As a Service Manager at Tri State Ford with over a decade of experience, I want to provide clear, practical insights to help our community in East Liverpool and surrounding areas understand the recent axle hub recall affecting 2025 Ford F-150 […]

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Essential Benefits of a Transmission Flush for Ford Vehicles Maintaining your Ford’s transmission in top condition is crucial for ensuring the vehicle’s longevity and dependable performance. One vital service that often gets overlooked is the transmission flush. Unlike a simple fluid change, a transmission flush thoroughly cleans the entire system by replacing all old fluid […]

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  Recognizing Common Ford Transmission Problems: Shuddering, Slipping, and Gear Lag From my experience working at Tri State Ford’s service department, I know that transmission issues can be some of the most concerning problems for Ford owners, especially when it comes to the 10-speed transmissions found in many newer models like the F-150 and Edge. […]

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