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Image by -Rita-👩‍🍳 und 📷 mit ❤ from Pixabay No matter where you're going, or where you've been, one thing is for certain: you're going to want a sweet treat on the way. Here in Canton, NC you have a number of ice cream places to choose from as you plan your trip down south. Enjoy the wide variety of flavors and toppings that can be found at any of these well-rated spots. Join us as we discuss some of the best places to go when you're craving something sweet. more Just Down the Road: 3 Favorite Ice Cream Places in Canton, NC Jack the Dipper This stop is the perfect choice for people looking to enjoy a sweet and locally made treat. Located at 76 Waynesville Plaza, this stop serves warm homemade waffle cones with its cold treats. Customers can choose from a variety of over 32 different flavors and hand-dipped servings.  With numerous other locations across the country, Jack the Dipper Ice has a growing reputation amongst locals as one of the best places for cold treats. The Red Gingham Country Store Located at 1880 Dellwood City Rd, this stop has a variety of different products for customers to enjoy along with their frozen treats. With a number of other locally sourced goods available to prospective customers, this store is also home to some of the best sweet treats in the area. Choose from a wide selection of Hershey's in over 40 different flavors. Dairy Queen For those looking for a familiar cold treat, Dairy Queen, located at 761 Champion Dr, Canton is the perfect stop. Customers can enjoy a variety of different flavors of cold treats including soft serve and delicious milkshakes to satisfy their sugar cravings. This is also a great spot for a hot dog, burger, or fries, so you have options for those without such a big sweet tooth. Don't forget you can order cakes here, too, in case you have a special occasion. Whether you're traveling through the area, or planning to stay a while, it's important to know how and where to satisfy your sugar cravings. We've got you covered. Hop in your 2022 Ford Edge and drive to one of these excellent places to guarantee yourself a delicious treat whenever you need it. While you're at it, pay us a visit at our dealership, Ken Wilson Ford, located at 1767 Champion Drive. We look forward to meeting you and providing you with numerous deals on vehicles for every journey. Don't let an unreliable vehicle slow you down as you plan for any and all of the adventures you want to take. We look forward to meeting you in person soon!

2023 Ford Ranger. Photo: Ford. If you've been looking for a tough pickup that easily balances both work and play by offering four-wheel drive, cutting-edge technology, and a wide array of productivity features, look no further than the 2023 Ford Ranger. Along with its capable engine performance and impressive towing strength, this midsize truck delivers plenty of sophisticated driver-assist features that can help you get to where you're going safely while providing plenty of comfort every mile of the way. more An Overview of the 2023 Ford Ranger Power and Off-Roading The 2023 edition of the Ranger has a turbocharged 2.3-liter engine powering it, which conserves fuel with both its EcoBoost and Auto Start-Stop Technology, and you can tow as much as 7,500 pounds when you pair this engine with the available Trailer Tow Package. When it's time to leave the pavement, the truck's available four-wheel drive is more than ready to tackle just about any terrain you can throw at it, though there's also a four-mode terrain management system that can enhance the vehicle's 4×4 system by providing optimized traction for specific terrains. Design and Technology When it comes to the 2023 Ranger's design, you can choose whether you'd prefer a SuperCab model with room for four passengers or a SuperCrew one that seats up to five and also offers an under-seat storage area. Regardless of which option you go with, dual-zone temperature control, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, leather-trimmed seats, and multiple 12V power outlets are all available and come standard in select trims. As the cornerstone of the Ranger's many convenient tech features, SYNC 3 is a Bluetooth-enabled infotainment system that you can quickly connect smartphones to, which lets you scroll through music playlists, make and take hands-free calls, adjust certain vehicle settings, and ask for directions to your next destination, all on an 8-inch touchscreen display. Unparalleled Safety There's no shortage of innovative safety features offered with this edition either, with impressive systems like BLIS with Trailer Coverage. This blind-spot monitoring system can sense when vehicles are either too close to the truck or your trailer when making lane changes and can notify you as soon as it does. To help illuminate the road without distracting you or other drivers, the Auto High-Beam Headlamps feature can automatically turn your high beams on when they're needed and off when they're not, and if you need to see nearby objects behind you when backing out of parking spaces, the full-color Rear View Camera will certainly be appreciated. Rugged and ready for unforgettable adventures, the 2023 Ranger offers a unique mix of off-road capabilities, interior luxuries, and a turbocharged, fuel-saving engine. Come see why so many of our local drivers are talking about this edition by stopping in and seeing us today at Ken Wilson Ford in Canton NC.

2024 Mustang. Photo: Ford Ford introduced its signature performance car, the Mustang, in 1964, and since then, the vehicle continues to amaze with something new every model year. So what's next for the 2024 Mustang as it enters a new model year? Here's what you can look forward to. more The Mustang Dark Horse For the 2024 model year, Ford is adding a new trim level to the lineup that it calls the Dark Horse. Equipped with a modified 5.0-liter DOHC naturally aspirated V-8 engine generating 500 horsepower, this new model has the highest horsepower V-8 ever found under the Mustang's hood. As this engine roars down the highway, you won't believe such a powerful machine is street-legal. Ford pairs the V-8 with a Tremec six-speed manual transmission featuring Rev Match and a MagneRide damping system. Whether you choose the Dark Horse model or another incredible Mustang trim, you can take advantage of an exhilarating drift brake that's the first in its class. Upgraded Engines The popular EcoBoost and GT Mustang models carry over from the 2023 model year but with more powerful engines for the 2024 Ford Mustang. The EcoBoost trims get a 2.3-liter four-cylinder EcoBoost engine that produces 350 pound-feet of torque and 315 horsepower, an increase from the 310 horsepower available with previous models. The GT models feature a 5.0-liter V-8 putting out 415 pound-feet of torque and 480 horsepower, a 30-horsepower increase from the 2023 engine. An optional active exhaust will up the V-8's output to 481 pound-feet of torque and 486 horsepower. Packages and Options Ford plans to offer an optional Performance Pack equipment upgrade for the GT and EcoBoost models. This package will include a front strut-tower brace, a Torsen limited-slip differential, wider wheels, wider tires, larger Brembo brakes, and a MagneRide active damping suspension. Other options for the 2024 lineup include Recaro bucket seats and an active exhaust. Another exciting new feature is a Performance Electronic Parking Brake that looks like a traditional lever-action handbrake but provides more flexibility. Redesigned Interior Inside the 2024 Mustang, you'll find a sleeker, more streamlined interior available in four distinct themes that include color-matched seatbelts and stitching. A flat-bottomed steering wheel is designed to give you precise, race car-inspired control while giving the dash a sporty appearance. An available curved, configurable dual display featuring a 13.2-inch center screen will transform every drive into an immersive experience. The display is more intuitive than previous Mustang screens, replacing traditional knobs with touchscreen buttons. The configurable 12.4-inch instrument cluster includes selectable colors, gauges, and a "calm" screen that shows only the most vital vehicle information. Safety Features Like every Ford vehicle, the 2024 Mustang will feature an incredible array of safety features to help you arrive at every destination with peace of mind. Adaptive cruise control comes standard, maintaining a safe following distance while letting you enjoy your desired cruising speed. The standard lane-departure warning will notify you when your Mustang is unintentionally drifting, while lane-keeping assist can apply corrective steering when necessary. When you add the Performance Pack, you can also get an optional pothole mitigation system. As you can see, there's a lot to get excited about with the 2024 Ford Mustang. The 2024 Mustang will be available soon at Ken Wilson Ford in Canton NC, so stay tuned or give us a call to find out more.