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Commercial Fleet Service

Blog Post 03/05/2026

Commercial Fleet Service

You already know Banner Ford of Mandeville as a great spot for personal vehicles, but you may not realize that we also run a full-scale operation to keep your commercial fleet on the road. Our service team handles everything from standard oil changes and maintenance to major mechanical work on your fleet of heavy-duty gas and diesel trucks. We even use Ford Pro Telematics to make sure your fleet check-ups are as thorough as they can possibly be.

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2026 Ford F-150 vs 2026 Chevy Silverado 1500

Comparison 03/05/2026

2026 Ford F-150 vs 2026 Chevy Silverado 1500

Ford has been the pulse of the American truck world for as long as most people can remember. Even though Chevy keeps trying to nudge the Silverado 1500 into that number-one spot, the F-150 is at the top of the heap for anybody needing a rig that can handle a 12-hour workday and a weekend at the lake without breaking a sweat. See how the 2026 Ford F-150 compares to the 2026 Chevy Silverado 1500 below.

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2026 Ford Maverick vs 2026 Ford Ranger

Comparison 03/05/2026

2026 Ford Maverick vs 2026 Ford Ranger

The Ford Maverick is already crushing it this year, especially after MotorTrend just handed it the 2026 "Truck of the Year" trophy. It’s a huge win for Ford’s compact pickup, but some buyers still walk onto the lot wondering if they should go with the Maverick or step up to the Ford Ranger. Take a look at the general differences between the 2026 Ford Maverick and 2026 Ford Ranger so you can figure out which one actually belongs in your driveway.

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2026 Ford Explorer vs 2026 Chevy Traverse

Comparison 03/05/2026

2026 Ford Explorer vs 2026 Chevy Traverse

If you’re looking for a midsize crossover SUV that has an athletic edge and can actually survive a weekend in the dirt, the 2026 Ford Explorer is your ride. On the other hand, if you just need a massive rolling lounge that can haul an entire youth sports team, the Chevy Traverse is likely your go-to. Here is the actual comparison of how these two 2026 models stack up.

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Diesel Service Page

Blog Post 03/05/2026

Diesel Service Page

You might not realize it, but Banner Ford of Mandeville serves as a major hub for commercial fleet health right here in our area. We can handle everything from a quick oil change on a single truck to the complete maintenance schedules that keep an entire municipal fleet running. Our team makes sure your business stays on the move, and we have the specialized gear to service everything from big rigs to standard vans.

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2026 Ford F-150 Lariat vs Platinum

Review 03/05/2026

2026 Ford F-150 Lariat vs Platinum

The Ford F-150 is capable of wearing a wide array of hats as a Ford truck, and an increasingly popular guise for it to appear in over the years has been the luxury F-150 lineup, which pairs sleek looks and luxurious interiors to make for some real head turners. In this comparison of the 2026 Ford F-150 Lariat vs Platinum, we’ll be going over some of the nicer trims in the F-150 lineup to give you a sense of which model might be better suited for your specific needs.

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Pricing was accurate at the time of article writing. All pricing is subject to change. See the manufacturer and/or Dealer for up-to-date pricing.