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I'm Will Shields, The Navy Guy. My mission is simple: help people buy smarter, not harder through honest advice and straightforward explanations.

10/30/2026

Some moments in life leave you at a loss for words. Today was one of those moments.

Today, Gene L. Franco of the United States Army Aviation & Missile Command came into Larry H. Miller Super Ford to purchase his next vehicle. While working with Nic, the conversation turned to military service, and Nic mentioned that I was retired United States Navy.

What happened next was something I never could have expected.

Gene presented me with an American flag that was flown aboard an AH-64D Apache Longbow helicopter in Erbil, Iraq, during the final stages of their mission, as the last Apache was being flown out of the country.

Along with the flag came a certificate bearing my name and a photograph of the soldiers who carried it.

I’ve been in the car business for over 20 years, and I’ve had the opportunity to meet some incredible people. But today wasn’t about selling a vehicle. It was about something much bigger.

As a retired Navy man, I know what that flag represents. The sacrifices, the families back home, the brothers and sisters in uniform, and especially those who never made it home.

To Gene and the soldiers who carried this flag, thank you. Not only for this incredible gift, but for your service, your sacrifice, and for allowing me to share in a small piece of your history.

And to Nic, thank you for making that connection. You had no idea what that simple conversation would mean to me.

Gene, you came into our dealership looking for a vehicle, but you left me with something I will treasure for the rest of my life.

Fair winds and following seas, my friend. And from one old Navy guy to the Army aviation crews who carried this flag — Bravo Zulu. Job well done.

God bless our troops, our veterans, and the United States of America. 🇺🇸⚓

10/27/2026

Just a little FYI for anyone planning a trip to Mexico. 🇲🇽

Had a guest call today, and I learned something I figured was worth sharing.

If you’re driving a leased vehicle into Mexico, you’ll generally need a letter of authorization from your leasing company.

Something you definitely want to take care of before heading to the border.

Figured I’d pass that along in case it saves someone a headache down the road!

10/22/2026

READY FOR WHATEVER WINTER BRINGS

For the last couple of weeks I’ve talked about tires, AWD, ground clearance, winter preparation, mountain driving, and when upgrading actually makes sense.

Here’s the bottom line:

You may already have exactly what you need.

You may just need better tires.

You may need a little maintenance before the first storm.

Or you may decide it’s time for something with AWD, 4WD, more clearance, or simply better reliability.

There isn’t one right answer for everybody.

If you’re not sure where you stand, I’m happy to help you figure it out.

No pressure.

No scare tactics.

Just an honest conversation about whether your vehicle is ready for another Utah winter.

Will Shields, The Navy Guy
Larry H. Miller Super Ford

10/22/2026

LOCAL ROADS. LOCAL KNOWLEDGE.

Winter driving isn’t the same everywhere in Utah.

Someone commuting around the valley has different needs than someone climbing Parley’s every day.

Someone heading into Big or Little Cottonwood every weekend has different needs than someone driving five miles to work on surface streets.

That’s why “Is AWD better?” isn’t really the whole question.

The better question is:

Where are YOU driving?

Flat roads?

Steep grades?

Unplowed neighborhood streets?

Mountain passes?

Long freeway commutes?

That matters.

The vehicle should fit the road, not the other way around.

Will Shields, The Navy Guy
Larry H. Miller Super Ford

10/20/2026

DON’T WAIT FOR THE WEATHER APP TO PANIC YOU

There’s already talk that this could be a tougher winter than we’ve seen lately.

That doesn’t mean panic.

It doesn’t mean run out and buy something tomorrow.

It means now is a good time to make sure your vehicle is ready before the weather app starts flashing warnings.

Have the tires checked.

Have the battery tested.

Make sure the brakes, wipers, fluids, heater, and defroster are doing what they’re supposed to do.

And if you already know your vehicle isn’t something you want to depend on through another winter, now is the time to look at your options calmly.

Not during the first big storm.

Preparation beats panic every time.

Will Shields, The Navy Guy
Larry H. Miller Super Ford

10/19/2026

WINTER READY DOESN’T HAVE TO BE BRAND NEW

One misconception I hear a lot is that if someone wants something better for winter, they automatically need a brand-new vehicle.

They don’t.

There are plenty of good used AWD and 4WD vehicles that can handle Utah winter just fine.

Sometimes that’s actually the better fit.

Lower payment.

Less depreciation.

Still gives you the traction, clearance, and confidence you’re looking for.

New can make sense.

Used can make sense.

Keeping what you already have can make sense too.

The right answer depends on your budget, your driving, and what you actually need.

That’s why I’d rather start with the conversation than the vehicle.

Will Shields, The Navy Guy
Larry H. Miller Super Ford

10/18/2026

**HIGH ELEVATION DRIVING**

One of the funny things about Utah winter is that you can leave the valley with clear roads and blue skies...
..and twenty minutes later you’re climbing into an entirely different world.

Higher elevation means colder temperatures, more snow, steeper grades, and road conditions that can change FAST.

If your winter driving regularly includes the canyons, ski areas, mountain communities, or higher-elevation roads, your needs may be different from someone whose commute is five miles through the valley.

That’s where AWD or 4WD, good tires, and adequate ground clearance can start becoming more important.

Don’t buy a vehicle for the worst road you might see once every five years.

But absolutely think about the roads you drive **every week.**

That’s the better way to decide what you actually need.

Will Shields, The Navy Guy
Larry H. Miller Super Ford

10/17/2026

**FAMILY WINTER READY**

Winter vehicle preparation changes a little when you’re responsible for more than yourself.

Kids in the back seat.

A spouse driving home after dark.

Teenagers learning how to drive in snow.

Trips to Grandma’s house.

Suddenly “I’ll probably be fine” isn’t quite good enough.

A vehicle you trust, decent tires, working heat and defrost, an emergency kit, and a little preparation go a long way.

It doesn’t mean you need the biggest SUV on the lot.

It means the vehicle needs to fit the people you’re putting in it and the places you’re asking it to go.

That’s what “winter ready” really means.

Not bigger.

Not more expensive.

**Ready for your life.**

Will Shields, The Navy Guy
Larry H. Miller Super Ford

**USE IMAGE: FAMILY WINTER READY**

10/15/2026

**WINTER DRIVING MYTHS**

A few Utah winter driving myths worth killing off:

**“I have AWD, so I’m good.”**
Nope. AWD helps you accelerate. It doesn’t repeal physics when you brake.

**“All-season tires are basically snow tires.”**
Not exactly. Some all-season tires perform very well, but winter tires are designed specifically for cold temperatures, snow, and ice.

**“A heavier vehicle automatically does better in snow.”**
Weight can help traction, but it can also mean more weight that needs to STOP.

And my favorite:

**“I’ve driven in Utah snow my whole life.”**

Great.

So have thousands of people who end up in the ditch every winter.

Experience helps.

Respecting the conditions helps more.

Will Shields, The Navy Guy
Larry H. Miller Super Ford

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