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Ford Focus Sees Strong Demand in West, Adds Stick-Shift Choice for Range-Topping Titanium Series Article Date: Fri, February 03, 2012 Ford Focus is selling at the fastest January pace since 2004, seeing the strongest demand in the trend-shaping state of California Delivering up to 40-mpg highway and an unexpected selection of customer convenience and technology choices, Focus is bringing new customers to the Ford showroom Answeri...more
Majority of Metropolitan U.S. Lincoln Dealers Commit to Invest in Retail Reinvention Article Date: Fri, February 03, 2012 More than half of all Lincoln dealers in the top 130 U.S. markets have committed to upgrade their facilities, creating a new sales and service experience for future Lincoln owners. “We have shared our plans about future Lincoln products, the brand going forward and the consumer experience w...more
3 Fords part of the Top 5 Best-Selling Compact, and Midsize Crossover/SUVs of January 2012 Article Date: Fri, February 03, 2012 With 2012 well underway, the compact and midsize Crossover/SUV sales race has just begun. Compact Crossover/SUVs 2) Ford Escape – 17,259 Sold Trailing not far behind the Honda CR-V was the Ford Escape, which is likely moving in such numbers due the 2013 Escape’s impending roll out. In 2011...more
Ford Previews B-Max Hatchback/People Mover Ahead of Geneva Debut Article Date: Thu, February 02, 2012 Ford’s newest people mover isn’t exactly a minivan: it’s a compact hatchback with sliding doors, it’ll be released at the Geneva Motor Show next month, and it’ll be called the B-Max. Ford fans will recognize that the company offers a number of different vehicles overseas that combine minivan loo...more
Ford Expands Use of I.D. Systems' Industrial Vehicle Management Technology in Europe and North America Article Date: Wed, February 01, 2012 WOODCLIFF LAKE, NJ - I.D. Systems, Inc., a provider of wireless solutions for tracking, securing, and managing high-value enterprise assets, announced it will be working with Ford Motor Company to expand its deployment of I.D. Systems' wireless Vehicle Management System (VMS) on industrial trucks ...more
Ford Motor Company U.S. Sales Increase 7 Percent in January; Focus, Escape, Explorer Drive Growth Article Date: Wed, February 01, 2012 Ford Motor Company U.S. sales in January totaled 136,710 vehicles, a 7 percent gain compared with January 2011; retail sales increased 8 percent Focus contributed to 30 percent of Ford Motor Company sales growth in January, more than any other vehicle in the Ford product lineup. Focus sales were 14...more
2012 Best Cars for Families Awards Article Date: Wed, February 01, 2012 As any parent will tell you, families need cars that are reliable, affordable and designed to make life with kids easier. While family cars tend to conjure up images of back-seat turf wars, scattered snacks and dowdy styling, the right family car can be an extension of the home, providing a comf...more
Here's Why There’s a Tropical Plant in the New Ford Escape Article Date: Tue, January 31, 2012 We’ve told you before about the things lurking inside Ford vehicles that may sound fairly bizarre but in reality are ultra revolutionary. You know, like recycled denim jeans acting as sound insulation, and carpet as an ingredient in cylinder heads covers. Ford is also exploring the idea of coconut ...more
Driver’s Ed, Ford Style Article Date: Tue, January 31, 2012 We still remember that summer. While most teens our age were at the beach, we were in a darkened classroom with eight other students learning driver’s ed through an extended course offered at the high school. After sitting through an uninspired lecture and an industrial film that we seem to recall ...more
Ford Racing’s Focus ST-R Ready for Competition Debut at Daytona International Speedway in the Grand-Am 200 Article Date: Fri, January 27, 2012 Ford Racing's Focus ST-R will make its competition debut this Friday afternoon running the Grand-Am 200 in the Continental Tire Sports Car Challenge ST class as part of the Grand-Am weekend at Daytona International Speedway. Ford Racing Focus ST-R will make its competition debut this Friday afternoo...more
Ford Truck Team Presented with Supersize Truck of Texas Trophy at Houston Auto Show Article Date: Fri, January 27, 2012 Show The Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA) today presented Ford truck team members with the prestigious Truck of Texas trophy at an awards luncheon inside Reliant Center – home of the 2012 Houston Auto Show. TAWA named the 2012 Ford F-150 Truck of Texas after the annual Truck Rodeo in October. T...more
Ford Uses Kenaf Plant Inside Doors in the All-New Escape, Saving Weight and Energy Article Date: Fri, January 27, 2012 Kenaf, a tropical plant related to cotton and okra plants, is being used to replace oil-based materials in the doors of the all-new Ford Escape Use of this eco-friendly material is anticipated to offset 300,000 pounds of oil-based resin annually in North America Kenaf reduces the weight of the door...more
Ford F-Series Trucks Number One for 35 Years Running Article Date: Fri, January 27, 2012 Any long-time fan of the Ford F-Series trucks won’t be surprised to hear that for the 35th year in a row, the F-Series is the best-selling truck in America. And it has been America’s best-selling vehicle overall for 30 years. With 584,917 trucks sold in 2011, the F-Series was the only vehicle...more
Ford's New Slogan: 'Go Further' Article Date: Fri, January 27, 2012 Ford is ditching "Drive One" (and, in Europe, "Feel the Difference") as its ad slogan in favor of "Go Further," a tagline developed with an eye toward the emotional connection of Nike's "Just Do It" and McDonald's "I'm Lovin' It." The automaker's corporate "One Ford" motto -- meant to guide global...more
Ford to Crank up EcoBoost Engine Production Article Date: Fri, January 27, 2012 Ford Motor Co. plans to offer EcoBoost engines in 11 vehicles in 2012, up from seven in 2011, and triple the production capacity of EcoBoost-equipped vehicles. Ford is betting big on its family of turbocharged EcoBoost engines to drive fuel economy gains without sacrificing performance. EcoBoost ...more
Ford Aiming for Profit, Not Volume, with 2013 Fusion Article Date: Wed, January 25, 2012 With Ford rolling out the 2013 Fusion this year, one would expect that it’s got its sights set on toppling the Toyota Camry as the segment sales leader. Not so, reports Automotive News. Rather, Ford is looking to find the right balance between sales volume and sales price by focusing on the 2013 ...more
New 2013 Ford Fusion NASCAR Sprint Cup Car Brings the “Stock Car” Back to NASCAR Article Date: Wed, January 25, 2012 New 2013 Ford Fusion NASCAR Sprint Cup Car Brings the “Stock Car” Back to NASCAR Ford Racing unveils 2013 Fusion NASCAR Sprint Cup redesign at Charlotte Motor Speedway during NASCAR Media Tour. 2013 Sprint Cup car features full redesign by Ford designers to mirror 2013 Fusion production car and retu...more
Ford Set to Offer Manual Transmission in Top-Spec Focus Titanium Article Date: Wed, January 25, 2012 The redesigned 2012 Ford Focus is pretty popular here in the C/D office—we awarded it a 2012 10Best honor—and the same goes for manual transmissions. We like what happens when you put the two together, especially since it allows buyers to avoid the less-than-stellar dual-clutch automatic that’s offe...more
2013 Ford Escape Tentatively Priced Article Date: Wed, January 25, 2012 The Ford site’s page for the new 2013 Escape now displays a configurator with pricing (sort of) for the crossover’s four trim levels, as well as feature and engine availability in each trim. We say “sort of” because the prices listed online are actually variable by up to $1000 for the same model. A...more
Video Find: 2012 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor Rock Climbing In Moab Article Date: Mon, January 23, 2012 You’ve seen the Ford F-150 SVT Raptor run through the desert at high speeds, but you’ve never seen it tackle the many off-road challenges of Moab…at least not like this. The brave souls at the Blue Oval took some shiny new 2012 Raptors onto the taxing Hell’s Revenge Trail and then shot the ensui...more
Supercharge This: Roush 2011-2012 Ford F-150 5.0 Tuner Kit Available Article Date: Mon, January 23, 2012 Let’s face it. For gearheads, faster is better, and if you’ve been looking to add some more oomph to your truck, now would be the time to do it. Roush has released a supercharger kit for 2011-2012 Ford F-150 equipped with the 5.0-liter V-8 engine that can crank the maximum output in your truck ...more
Secrets Behind Ford Cold Weather Tests Article Date: Mon, January 23, 2012 Brrrrrr! Imagine your job as a Ford engineer is to test vehicles and powertrains for durability and endurance. Wait – did we mention that you’re responsible for doing so in extreme temperatures and that might mean hanging out in a test room at the Ford Dearborn Proving Ground where temps can dip as...more
Video: World Rally Championship Pre-Race Test Run with Ford Fiesta RS Article Date: Fri, January 20, 2012 With lots of coverage going to the recent Detroit and CES shows, it's been a while since we've posted any pure, unadulterated performance awesomeness around here -- too long, in fact.With that in mind, here's Jari-Matti Latvala blasting through the winding alpine roads around Monte Carlo in a Ford F...more
Inside Look at Ford and Art Center Students Article Date: Fri, January 20, 2012 Ford works with a variety of colleges and universities to further technology and nurture disciplines that will shape the future of the automotive industry. We recently had the opportunity to join some of the top leaders within Ford design as they met with students at the Art Center College of Desig...more
Win-Win? Buy This 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 Mule, Help A Charity Article Date: Fri, January 20, 2012 The 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 is a ridiculously fast car, but Ford’s newest GT500 on sale at Barrett-Jackson has a bit more pedigree than the others: it’s a development mule that was allegedly once piloted by Ol’ Shel himself. The car was one of the vehicles that served as a development mule over t...more
All-New Ford Escape Gives Drivers Quieter Ride Thanks in Part to Mirror That ‘Sees’ Sound Article Date: Fri, January 20, 2012 Ford's eliptical acoustic mirror made the all-new Escape the quietest Escape yet. Ford reduces wind noise in all-new Ford Escape by using an elliptical acoustic mirror to measure noise This is the first use of this technology to test wind noise in a Ford sport utility vehicle The mirror is like a sa...more
Refreshing or Revolting: 2013 Ford Fusion Article Date: Mon, January 16, 2012 Ford has gone European with the 2013 Fusion midsize sedan. There’s no mistaking the new and refined appeal of the sedan at every angle. The Aston-Martin like front grille contrasts sharply with the unapologetic three-bar chrome grille on the last-generation Fusion pictured in the photo gallery be...more
Ford Announces Livery, Drivers for 2012 Fiesta RS Rally Car Article Date: Fri, January 13, 2012 As the team prepares for the 2012 FIA World Rally Championship, Ford Racing has shown off the livery treatment for its 2012 Fiesta RS rally car. As with the 2011 car, the new Fiesta RS wears numerous advertisements for its chief sponsor, Castrol EDGE engine oils. The Fiesta RS will continue to...more
Put a DJ in Your Car Article Date: Fri, January 13, 2012 With so many advancements being made in in-vehicle connectivity to the outside world, you might wonder if listening to music as you drive is a dying art. Far from it! Ford is now the first to launch the iHeartRadio app with voice control using SYNC® AppLink™. At the heart of iHeartRadio, Clear Chan...more
Preview of the Latest MyFord Touch Upgrades and Enhancements (with Video) Article Date: Fri, January 13, 2012 Jennifer Brace is a User Interface Engineer for Ford, which means that how people interact with the controls for the systems in their Ford vehicle is very important to here. She walked us through the various ways that MyFord Touch® will soon be faster, simpler and better, demonstrating the upgrades...more
Ford Fusion Earns Autoweek’s Highest Honor: Named Best in Show at North American International Auto Show Article Date: Thu, January 12, 2012 DETROIT, Jan. 12, 2012 – Just days after being revealed to the world, the new Ford Fusion is already bringing home awards. The Autoweek editorial staff has chosen Fusion for its Best in Show award at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). The selection is based on one compellin...more
How a Car Might Help You Manage Your Health Article Date: Thu, January 12, 2012 Until recently, in-car health was not something you heard much about. However, as we spend more time in our cars, and as people become more involved with monitoring their own health, your car may become a very natural place to continue to monitor key indicators important to managing certain chronic...more
How SYNC Destinations Can Help You Get Where You Want to Go Article Date: Thu, January 12, 2012 One of the many new features introduced by Ford at the 2012 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) was an updated version of its SYNC® Destinations smartphone app that is now compatible with SYNC AppLink™ for in-car voice-activated control. To help show how SYNC Destinations can help you get...more
Ford’s Interactive Display at NAIAS Reaches New Heights – Literally Article Date: Tue, January 10, 2012 Renderings of Ford's 20-foot-tall elevator that takes show guests up into "the Cloud" for a cinema experience that showcases the future of in-vehicle technology. Ford’s display at 2012 NAIAS features a 20-foot-tall elevator that takes show guests up into “the Cloud” for an immersive cinema experienc...more
Lincoln MKZ Concept: Future Vision Today Article Date: Tue, January 10, 2012 Lincoln MKZ Concept Interior DETROIT, Jan. 10, 2012 – The new Lincoln MKZ Concept, revealed today at the North American International Auto Show, signals a significant step in Lincoln’s reinvention, providing a clear vision of its next-generation vehicles. “With the Lincoln MKZ Concept, we are...more
Ford Confirms EcoBoost Mustang in the Works Article Date: Tue, January 10, 2012 While there have been rumors of an EcoBoost-powered Mustang ever since Ford coined the EcoBoost name, the company’s executives have been pretty mum on the subject. But at an event in conjunction with the first press preview day of the 2012 Detroit auto show, the company’s chief product man, Derrick...more
An Up-close Look at the 2013 Ford Fusion Article Date: Tue, January 10, 2012 The growing number of Ford Fusion customers, as well as owners of competing vehicles, will have more reasons than ever to check out the all-new 2013 Ford Fusion the debuted at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. We caught up with John Jraiche, Chief Program Manager for the Ford F...more
2012 CES: NPR Launches Ford Sync AppLink News App, First for Major News Outlet Article Date: Tue, January 10, 2012 National Public Radio and Ford recently revealed their first digital progeny that aims to ease news gathering for Ford Sync AppLink users. It’s AppLink’s first dedicated news application to come from a major news outlet. As you may know, Sync is a voice-interactive system that allows for the con...more
2012 Detroit: Shelby 50th Anniversary GTS, GT350, and GT500 Article Date: Tue, January 10, 2012 Today, for the first time Shelby American revealed a new car at the Detroit Auto Show – the boutique automaker will build a limited number of GTS, GT350, and GT500 to commemorate the company’s 50 years in business. Only 100 of each model will be built. Fifty will be white with gold stripes, and 5...more
New Ford Fusion Brings More Technology, Expected Triple Crown of Best-in-Class Gas, Hybrid, Plug-In Efficiency Article Date: Mon, January 09, 2012 2013 Ford Fusion New Ford Fusion is the first sedan to offer gasoline, hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains, each with expected top fuel economy, underscoring Ford’s commitment to give customers the power of choice With seven must-have technologies, including a Lane Keeping System, adaptive cruise ...more
Ford Creates First Silicon Valley Presence with New Research Lab to Drive Innovation in Personal Mobility Article Date: Fri, January 06, 2012 Mobility Ford plans to open its first Silicon Valley-based Research Lab to scout new technology and find new partners to innovate personal mobility solutions for the future. Ford Motor Company will create and open a new research lab in Silicon Valley early this year – its first-ever dedicated R&...more
2011 Ford Brand Sales up 17 Percent for the Year in U.S.; Fuel-Efficient Cars, Utilities, Trucks Drive Sales Gains Article Date: Thu, January 05, 2012 U.S. sales of the Ford brand totaled 2,062,915 vehicles in 2011, sealing its first three-point market share gain over three consecutive years since 1970 Ford brand small car sales were up 25 percent in 2011, with 244,291 vehicles sold, while utilities increased 31 percent with 579,626 sales. Ford s...more
Ford Previews All-New EcoSport at New Delhi Auto Expo As New Product Momentum in Asia Continues to Build Article Date: Thu, January 05, 2012 All-New EcoSport · Ford’s global product family grows with a new compact SUV, Ford EcoSport · New EcoSport will arrive with the most advanced level of design, quality and sustainability in its class to attract new ge...more
Ford, REPREVE to Recycle 2 Million Plastic Bottles Back into the New 2012 Focus Electric and Other Vehicles Article Date: Thu, January 05, 2012 With the Focus Electric, the absence of gasoline or diesel engine and its outstanding aerodynamics lead to a remarkably quiet, comfortable in-car experience. Focus Electric also is the industry's first car to feature 100 percent sustainable clean technologies in interior materials, including seat fa...more
MyFord Mobile: Drive Greener and Challenge Friends to Help the Earth with Ford’s Electric Vehicle Smartphone App Article Date: Thu, January 05, 2012 Ford Motor Company is combining its new Focus Electric, social networking and hypermiling trends with its new MyFord® Mobile app that makes it easier than ever to drive green. Users can monitor charging, receive alerts, find charge stations, plan trips, share information and more from their smartpho...more
Lincoln Welcomes Guests With New Art and Design Experience At 2012 NAIAS Article Date: Thu, January 05, 2012 Lincoln's 2012 NAIAS display, inspired by premium retail stores, makes it largest statement ever with art, design and an engaging experience for its guests. DEARBORN, Mich., Jan. 5, 2012 – Lincoln’s 2012 North American International Auto Show display stands apart by engaging its guests with a comple...more
We Hear: Next-Gen Ford F-150 to Employ Aluminum, Magnesium for Weight Savings Article Date: Tue, January 03, 2012 It’s hard to argue with the Ford F-Series’ success. Ford’s F-150 is not only consistently one of the best-selling vehicles in the country, but it’s so good that we deemed the 2012 F-150 our Truck of the Year. That doesn’t mean there isn’t room for improvement though; Ward’s Auto is reporting that...more
Ford Targets 30 Percent Water Reduction Per Vehicle Article Date: Fri, December 30, 2011 New aggressive water strategy calls for global reduction target of 30 percent per vehicle by 2015 Between 2000 and 2010, Ford reduced its global water use by 62 percent, or 10.5 billion gallons; 71 percent in North America On a per-vehicle basis, global water use decreased by 49 percent be...more
Ford Lane Keeping System Helps Fusion Drivers Stay Alert and Between the Lines Article Date: Fri, December 30, 2011 Ford's Lane Keeping System helps avoid unintentional lane departure and will be available on the 2013 all-new Fusion. All-new Ford Fusion will offer available Lane Keeping System to alert and assist the driver when the car is drifting out of the lane Windshield-mounted digital camera detects lane ma...more
Ford Brand Sales Top 2 Million for 1st Time Since 2007 Article Date: Fri, December 30, 2011 DEARBORN, Mich., Dec. 30, 2011 – U.S. sales of the Ford brand this week topped 2 million vehicles for the first time since 2007. The milestone makes Ford the best selling brand in America and the first automotive brand to hit the 2 million mark since 2007. “Ford’s lineup of high-quality, fu...more
Ford Vehicles to Help You Keep Your New Year's Resolutions Article Date: Fri, December 30, 2011 The changeover to the new year is an annual opportunity to reflect on, reset and repair those things about your life that have, perhaps, gone awry. Why do we choose New Year's Day for this arbitrary exercise in self-betterment? Perhaps because we select New Year's Eve for our yearly exercise in ...more
Best Sales Year Ever for Award-Winning Ford Fusion Article Date: Thu, December 29, 2011 Ford Fusion Sales 2006 - 2011 As Ford prepares an all-new Fusion for reveal next month, the current model continues to sell at a record pace, pleasing customers and dealers alike Since its introduction as a 2006 model, Fusion sales have risen steadily – making it Ford’s best-selling car for 20...more
Ford Reports F-150 Ecoboost V-6 Truck Sales Hit 100,000 Mark Article Date: Thu, December 29, 2011 It seems as though Ford’s EcoBoost engines have not only boosted fuel-efficiency, but also sales, as the automaker is reporting that 100,000 full-size pickups with the V-6 EcoBoost engine have been sold this year. The efficient, powerful twin-turbo V-6 was one of the highlights that helped the F-...more
Rest in Piece – Cars that Bit the Dust in 2011 Article Date: Thu, December 29, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria/Lincoln Town Car/Mercury Grand Marquis – The last Panther-platform Ford rolled off the line this year, leaving behind cops and cabbies who no-longer have a go-to choice for a workhorse sedan. The Ford Crown Victoria, Lincoln Town Car and Mercury Grand Marquis became American i...more
Analysts Predict Big Growth for U.S. Car Sales in 2012 Article Date: Thu, December 29, 2011 Several factors, including wider credit availability, rising employment numbers and automakers' need to move aging products are leading analysts to predict a booming year for the U.S. automotive industry, with some predicting sales as high as 14 million vehicles.According to Automotive News, the pre...more
One of Fords biggest hit of the 2011 Auto Show Season Article Date: Thu, December 29, 2011 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 (Los Angeles) – While a lot of hype surrounded the 580-hp Camaro ZL1 at the L.A. auto show, Ford blew the socks off everyone when it released the Shelby GT500’s even more powerful figures. “A 650-hp Mustang – I don’t think anything else needs to be said.” – Kirill Oug...more
Fun in the Snow: F-150 is one of the 12 Coolest Sleds for the Winter Article Date: Tue, December 27, 2011 Fun in the Snow: 12 Coolest All-Wheel Drive Sleds for the Winter Read more: http://wot.motortrend.com/fun-in-the-snow-12-coolest-all-wheel-drive-sleds-for-the-winter-149757.html#ixzz1hlxO41LZ...more
Video Find: Track-Ready Ford Focus ST-R Hits the Test Track Article Date: Fri, December 23, 2011 The Ford Focus ST-R made its debut at this year’s Frankfurt show, and while it looked good perched up on the stand, we would imagine it would look even better hitting the track. We were right. Andy Vrenko, along with Ford Racing, give us a tour of the racer and takes us for a ride in the video be...more
Ford V-10 to Power World’s Heaviest and Longest Float in Rose Parade Article Date: Wed, December 21, 2011 Ford will supply one of its 6.8-liter three-valve V-10s, normally used in its F-Series Super Duty chassis cab work trucks, E-Series vans and the new 2012 Ford F-650 medium duty truck to propel the Natural Balance Pet Foods float in the Tournament of Roses Parade on January 2, in Pa...more
Out of Range: Production of Ford Ranger Ends After 28 Years Article Date: Tue, December 20, 2011 The white Ford Ranger Sport pictured here is the very last copy of Ford’s compact pickup. After a 28-year production run, this truck marks the end of Ranger production. It was built at Ford's Twin Cities Assembly Plant in St. Paul, Minnesota. The Ranger is the only vehicle assembled at the Twin C...more
Ford Offers Top 10 Safe Winter Driving Do’s and Don’ts Article Date: Tue, December 20, 2011 Ford Offers 10 Dos and Don'ts for Winter Driving DEARBORN, Mich., Dec. 19, 2011 – With winter officially beginning this week, and as drivers prepare for the height of the holiday travel season, Ford offers a Top 10 list of driving safety do’s and don’ts to help drivers and their families stay safe o...more
Ford Teases All-New Global Vehicle, Fiesta-Based Crossover Most Likely Candidate Article Date: Tue, December 20, 2011 While those of us in the U.S. will be tuned in to the goings on at the upcoming 2012 Detroit auto show at the beginning of January, Ford will be conducting additional operations at the concurrent Auto Expo in New Delhi. The company released a teaser image of a new global model debuting at the India...more
All-New 1967 Mustang Convertible Body Joins Growing Stable of Classic Ford-Licensed Restoration Parts Article Date: Tue, December 20, 2011 The 1967 Mustang convertible body shell is the fourth reproduction body licensed by Ford Motor Co. Restorers can now build a “new” 1967 Mustang convertible with an all-new steel body The ’67 Mustang convertible body is stronger than the original and can be outfitted with Ford’s big-block engin...more
12 Ford/Lincoln vehicles in the IIHS Top Safety Pick List Article Date: Fri, December 16, 2011 The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety has added 18 new models to its list of Top Safety Pick winners, bringing the total number of models given the institute's top safety award to 115.ARLINGTON, VA — The list of winners of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's Top Safety Pick award is lo...more
BAF Secures CARB Certification for 2012 Ford Transit Connect Article Date: Thu, December 15, 2011 DALLAS - BAF, a wholly owned subsidiary of Clean Energy Fuels Corp. announced the company has received a CARB (California Air Resources Board) Executive Order (EO) for the 2012 dedicated CNG Ford Transit Connect. The CARB EO allows the Ford Transit Connect to be sold and operated in California, the ...more
Lincoln and WPP’s Team Detroit Create Boutique Creative Agency in NYC To Support Lincoln Brand Reinvention Article Date: Thu, December 15, 2011 Cameron McNaughton Cameron McNaughton named President and Jon Pearce appointed Chief Creative Officer at New, Integrated Agency NEW YORK, Dec. 15, 2011 – Lincoln and Team Detroit at WPP today jointly announced the creation of a new luxury-oriented boutique agency dedicated to Lincoln's brand ...more
Lincoln Intelligence Project Finds DuPont America’s “Smartest Company" Article Date: Thu, December 15, 2011 Lincoln Intelligence Project provides DuPont more than $100,000 for United Way donation > Nearly 20 corporations vie for “America’s Smartest Company” title > Intelligence assessment technology set up to solve puzzles and test intuition, memory and reasoning DEARBORN, Mich....more
Ford Focus ST-R Turnkey Race Car Priced at $98,995, Deliveries Begin Late 2012 Article Date: Thu, December 15, 2011 The order books for the 2012 Ford Focus ST-R race car are open, and Ford has priced its turnkey pocket racer at $98,995. The price may seem a bit overwhelming for what is essentially a stripped-down 2013 Ford Focus ST, but it’s relatively cheap for a complete race car. Right out of the box, the tur...more
Experience the All-New Ford Fusion Virtually Through Augmented Reality App Article Date: Wed, December 14, 2011 Consumers looking for a fun and engaging way to take part in the reveal of the all-new 2013 Ford Fusion need look no further: An augmented reality game app is debuting today with virtual images of the new car. Users of the app will drive a Fusion through a series of “worlds” that unlock to reveal th...more
Ford Introduces Gas-Free Focus Electric with 100+ MPGe Expected; Nearly a Third of Lineup Now Offers 40-mpg Model Article Date: Wed, December 14, 2011 Ford introduces gasoline-free 2012 Focus Electric, expected to be the first five-passenger electric vehicle with a 100 miles per gallon equivalent (MPGe) Nearly one-third of Ford’s vehicle lines will feature a model with 40 mpg or more in 2012 Focus Electric is the first all-electric ...more
Casting Call: Contestants Wanted for Ford Road-Trip Competition! Article Date: Wed, December 14, 2011 By: 23--> Get your A-game on, because what we think could be one of the hottest event of 2012 will be Escape Routes, a new online interactive reality series, featuring the all-new 2013 Ford Escape and six two-person teams, competing in physical and virtual challenges! Ford is currently casting those...more
MSN Autos: Most Popular Vehicles of 2011, 3 of which are Ford Article Date: Wed, December 14, 2011 Automakers and analysts have their own methods to determine which vehicles were in demand during any given year. Sales, of course, are the most important figure, but factors such as cross-shopping data, test drives, dealer inquiries and, yes, Internet searches all factor in to how popular a model is...more
2012 Truck of the Year Winner: Ford F-150 Article Date: Tue, December 13, 2011 You Know that feeling you get when you see a supercar sitting in the parking lot of the local six-buck-a-cup coffee shop? The ache in your stomach, knowing that toddling back and forth from the gated community to the strip mall is all the driving that poor car will ever do? We get that same feeling ...more
Motor Trend Then and Now: 1997, 2004, 2009, 2012 Ford F-150 Truck of the Year Winners Article Date: Tue, December 13, 2011 Since we began regularly holding our Motor Trend Truck of the Year program in 1989, four Ford F-150s have demonstrated engineering excellence, advancement in design, efficiency, safety, value, and ability to perform its intended function well enough to earn the distinction of being named our Truc...more
Ford F-150 Hauls Home Another Prestigious Award Article Date: Mon, December 12, 2011 By: 13--> December 12th, 2011 If you own a Ford F-150, it won’t surprise you that it was just awarded the Motor Trend 2012 Truck of the Year®. In fact, the F-150 has won that honor four times – the most awards for any truck since Motor Trend began presenting the Truck of the Year award in 1989! And...more
Ford F-150 Hauls Home Another Prestigious Award Article Date: Mon, December 12, 2011 If you own a Ford F-150, it won’t surprise you that it was just awarded the Motor Trend 2012 Truck of the Year®. In fact, the F-150 has won that honor four times – the most awards for any truck since Motor Trend began presenting the Truck of the Year award in 1989! And, with more than a half-millio...more
And You Think You Work with Dummies? Article Date: Mon, December 12, 2011 Ask Dr. Steve Rouhana about his coworkers and he’ll likely tell you they’re “dummies.” While we’ve all probably said that ourselves as some point, Steve means it quite literally: crash-test dummies are his job. As the Senior Technical Leader for Safety, Ford Research and Advanced Engineering, he ex...more
Ford Employees Help Ensure High-Quality Launch of New MyFord Touch Upgrade Through Innovative Beta Test Article Date: Mon, December 12, 2011 Ford to launch major upgrade to MyFord Touch® on 2013 models, delivering a faster, simpler and easier experience About 1,000 Ford employees to receive the new software early and test for a month Beta-testers have been chosen at random from the Ford management lease vehicle population in Southeas...more
Ford Environment and Safety Chief Sue Cischke to Retire After 35-Year Career; Robert Brown Named Her Successor Article Date: Mon, December 12, 2011 Sue Cischke, group vice president, Sustainability, Environment and Safety Engineering, has elected to retire effective Feb. 1, 2012, after 35 years of service in the automotive industry Cischke will be succeeded by Robert Brown, currently vice president, Sustainability, Environment and Safety Engin...more
With Its Unbeatable Combination of Top Fuel Efficiency and Capability, Ford F-150 Is Motor Trend’s 2012 Truck of the Year Article Date: Mon, December 12, 2011 2012 Ford F-150 has been awarded the prestigious Motor Trend Truck of the Year® award, the fourth time F-150 has won the accolade. F-150 has won the award more times than any other truck F-150 outshone all other contenders in various tests that evaluated the truck’s design, engineering, per...more
Ford Announces New 2.0-Liter I-4 Crate Engine, Promises EcoBoost Addition Article Date: Fri, December 09, 2011 Ford Racing’s crate engines are usually rather large, powerful V-8 motors, but its newest motor has four cylinders, 122 cubic inches of displacement, and will soon be sold with a turbocharger. You heard it: the 2.0-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder wants to go racing. We’ll pause for a second to remi...more
Cheaper Thrills: Mustang GT Tops Five Hottest ‘Cars Worth Driving’ Deals in December Article Date: Fri, December 09, 2011 You’ve seen the ridiculous ads on TV this time of year, but honestly, how many people out there are really gifting expensive luxury cars for their spouse? And a better question, wouldn’t you rather score a hot deal on a sporty car like the 2012 Ford Mustang GT? Yeah, we thought so. What follows i...more
Ford Racing Performance Parts Expands Crate Engine Lineup for 2012 Article Date: Fri, December 09, 2011 DEARBORN, Mich., December 9, 2011 –When it comes to bolting pure Blue Oval muscle into your Ford performance car or truck project, nothing beats a crate engine from Ford Racing Performance Parts. For 2012, Ford Racing is expanding its range of quality engineered and built crate engines that...more
Ford Showcases Current and Future Commercial Truck Lineup Article Date: Fri, December 09, 2011 DEARBORN, MI – Ford Motor Company showcased its newest truck offerings to media during a two-day Commercial Truck Showcase Dec. 6 and 7 at its Dearborn Rouge River Center and testing facility. Members of Ford’s executive team for commercial vehicles, including Derrick Kuzak, group ...more
Ford Board of Directors Reinstates Quarterly Stock Dividend Article Date: Thu, December 08, 2011 Ford to pay a quarterly dividend of 5 cents per share Business performance and balance sheet improvements allow Ford to resume regular payments Dividend begins at level sustainable through economic cycles DEARBORN, Mich., Dec. 8, 2011 – The Board of Directors of Ford Motor Company today decl...more
Minnesota Bids Adieu to Storied Twin Cities Ford Plant Article Date: Wed, December 07, 2011 When the last vehicle rolls off the assembly line at Ford's 86-year-old Twin Cities plant on Dec. 16, it will mark the end of more than 100 years of Ford production in Minnesota. What began in 1915 with 100 workers assembling Model Ts in an old warehouse has been moved, morphed and modernized in ...more
Ford Grows Best-Selling Commercial Vehicle Lineup with New Products, Features to Meet Greener, Leaner Customer Needs Article Date: Wed, December 07, 2011 Ford sells six of the top 10 commercial vehicles in the U.S., according to Polk U.S. registration data By 2012, half of Ford vehicles will be capable of running on alternative fuels, including Ford commercial trucks, which will be available with flex fuel (E85), biodiesel, compressed natural ...more
Video Find: Out with the Old, In With the New – 2013 Ford Transit Starts North American Testing Article Date: Wed, December 07, 2011 For years Americans have looked somewhat longingly at the European Ford Transit. Sure, we had our Econoline, but it was last updated in 1998 and compared to the Transit, it’s was a dinosaur. With increased competition from the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and the Nissan NV, it came as a surprise to no one...more
Ford Begins the Search for CEO Replacement, Report Says Article Date: Wed, December 07, 2011 Ford Motor Co. has launched a wide search for candidates to succeed CEO Alan Mulally, and the list of possible replacements includes two current and two former executives, The Wall Street Journal reported. Mulally, 66, joined Ford as president and CEO in September 2006 from Boeing Co. and is expec...more
All-New 2012 Ford Super Duty F-650 Gas Model Offered Article Date: Wed, December 07, 2011 DEARBORN, MI - Ford is now offering the 2012 Super Duty F-650 with a gas engine - a class exclusive in the medium-duty truck segment. The gas variant costs thousands of dollars less than diesel trucks of its size. Class 6 and 7 medium-duty trucks are the workhorses of municipal fleets,...more
Cobra Jet Mustang Gets Chassis Upgrades for 2013, Starts at $86,000 Article Date: Mon, December 05, 2011 For years, the Cobra Jet Mustang has been synonymous with out-of-the-box straight-line performance. Now, the latest iteration of the Cobra Jet has been unveiled at the Performance Racing Industry (PRI) show in Orlando, Fla. For the 2013 model year, Ford Racing improves the chassis of the limited-...more
2013 Ford Escape to Star in Ford-Produced ‘Online, Interactive Reality Series’ Article Date: Mon, December 05, 2011 To help promote the new 2013 Ford Escape, Ford will launch a competition called Escape Routes, where participants will use an Escape to solve various challenges. The competition will be featured in the form of web videos and social-media updates online. The “online, interactive reality series” w...more
Fusion Tops the American Segment, in November Article Date: Mon, December 05, 2011 Third place last month went to the Ford Fusion, which sold 19,912 units. It represents a 12.8 percent increase from November 2010, and makes it the third most popular model that wears a blue oval. The Fusion has had a good year: it’s up 15.2 percent year-to-date (Fusion sold 226,445 units for the...more
F-150 Owners Give High Marks to V-6 EcoBoost Engine-Equipped Model Article Date: Thu, December 01, 2011 DEARBORN, MI – According to surveys of more than 1,600 Ford owners, the V-6 EcoBoost-equipped F-150 is achieving customer quality ratings on par with the 5.0L V-8-equipped model. The findings are based on data from Ford’s 2011 U.S. Global Quality Research System (GQRS), which is a quarterly survey c...more
November U.S. Retail Sales Up 20 Percent for Ford Motor Company; Fuel-Efficient Cars, Utilities, Trucks Drive Results Article Date: Thu, December 01, 2011 Ford Motor Company’s U.S. retail sales rose 20 percent in November – the largest year-over-year increase in nine months. Total sales (including fleet deliveries) were 166,865, up 13 percent Capitalizing on consumer demand for fuel-efficient vehicles, Ford’s retail share has averaged 15 percent in l...more
Ford Escape Routes Competition Expands Use of Social Media and Gaming with Popular Vehicle Article Date: Wed, November 30, 2011 Ford is casting six two-person teams to participate in Escape Routes, a physical and virtual competition featuring the all-new Ford Escape Expanding Ford’s industry-leading use of social media, virtual viewers will follow the contestants through a series of challenges leveraging the new featu...more
1.6-Liter EcoBoost I-4 Debuts in UK Focus – Should it come to the US? Article Date: Wed, November 30, 2011 Ford officially introduced the 1.6-liter EcoBoost I-4 today under the hood of the new Ford Focus Zetec S. Currently producing 178-hp and available only in the United Kingdom in the Focus Zetec S, the 1.6-liter EcoBoost I-4 was recently previewed under the hood of the Fiesta ST Concept. The EcoBo...more
Ford First to Integrate Slacker Radio App Providing In-Car Command and Control by Voice Using SYNC AppLink Article Date: Tue, November 29, 2011 The Slacker Radio smartphone app is now compatible with SYNC AppLink Slacker Radio joins the lineup of smartphone apps that Ford drivers can control with their voice through available SYNC® AppLink™ Slacker Radio offers users the widest range of personalized music and information content through its...more
And Then There Were 4: Search for Mulally's (Ford CEO) Successor Rolls On Article Date: Tue, November 29, 2011 When former Boeing Chairman Alan Mulally rode into the Detroit suburb of Dearborn -- arguably the most insular company town in a region of company towns -- just over five years ago, the welcome wagon barely turned a wheel. Although Mulally was virtually hand-picked by William Clay “my-name's-on-t...more
2012 Ford Focus ST Making Silver Screen Appearance Before Hitting Showrooms Article Date: Fri, November 25, 2011 The upcoming 2012 Ford Focus ST isn’t even on sale yet, but that hasn’t stopped the Blue Oval from producing a special batch of hot hatches to star in the “The Sweeney,” an upcoming British movie scheduled to debut next fall. “The Sweeney” is a film adaption of the original police drama that ran...more
Wisconsin Charter Fuels Utilizes Propane Autogas F-150 Article Date: Fri, November 25, 2011 LANCASTER, WI - Wisconsin's Charter Fuels is driving clean and saving green with a newly converted propane autogas-powered Ford F-150. Charter expects to save $4,500 annually on fuel costs alone by running this company truck on clean, affordable autogas. A fueling partner in the national All...more
Passenger Version of Transit Connect Electric Is Released Article Date: Wed, November 23, 2011 For about a year now, nearly 500 Transit Connect Electric cargo vehicles -- the battery-powered love child born from a technological tryst between Ford Motor Co. and Detroit-based Azure Dynamics -- have been quietly proving their mettle in the hands of companies including FedEx, AT&T, Canada Po...more
Get the Scoop on the New Ford Escape! Article Date: Wed, November 23, 2011 By: 23--> November 16th, 2011 Coming in 2012 is the all-new Ford Escape, touting better fuel economy than its predecessor, 11 exclusive features, two EcoBoost® engines and cutting-edge technology. Hey, we don’t kid around when we say “all-new.” Let’s start with the EcoBoost, since that’s an engine ...more
What’s New for the 2013 Ford Mustang Article Date: Wed, November 23, 2011 By: 23--> November 15th, 2011 How do you make a dynamic car even better? Sure, it might seem fairly impossible, but Ford managed to do just that with the 2013 Mustang, Mustang Boss 302 and Shelby GT500! In the power department, the Mustang’s 5.0-liter got kicked up a notch, thanks to the 444-horsep...more
Video Find: Lincoln Design Chief Talks Tech, Offers Peek at Brand’s Future Article Date: Wed, November 23, 2011 Lincoln design head Max Wolff has been at the reigns of Ford’s luxury brand for nearly a year now, and his influence has been reflected in the updated 2013 Lincoln MKS and MKT models that bowed recently at the 2011 L.A. auto show. In this video, the former Cadillac design chief talks about how th...more
Refreshing or Revolting: 2013 Ford Escape Article Date: Wed, November 23, 2011 With the new 2013 Ford Escape, we’re seeing a complete transformation from rugged and boxy to urban and swoopy. After so many years looking at the same basic Ford Escape compact crossover shape, we’re glad to see the automaker change anything at all. Eschewing traditional styling on the 2012 Es...more
2011 LA: 2013 Lincoln MKS and MKT Article Date: Wed, November 23, 2011 Lincoln debuted two new models at the Los Angeles International Auto Show today: the 2013 MKS sedan and 2013 MKT crossover. Thought subtle, the most noticeable changes are to the exteriors. Both models sport a new front fascia and grille design. MKS sheetmetal forward of the A-pillars is also new...more
2013 Ford Mustang Article Date: Wed, November 23, 2011 A new volume knob on the radio represents big news to Mustang loyalists, and so we are preparing for a virtual meltdown in the online Mustang community. Ford is debuting the 2013 model at the Los Angeles auto show this week before the car hits dealerships in early 2012, and it has undergon...more
2013 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Article Date: Wed, November 23, 2011 Occupy Horsepower seems to be the sentiment at Ford these days as the Blue Oval seeks elite output for everyman. Earlier this year, we told you the next GT500 was going to produce north of 600 hp, but even we weren’t prepared for the 650 hp and 600 lb-ft of torque announced as the car debuts at th...more
2013 Ford Mustang Teasers Appear on Facebook, Leak Elsewhere Online Article Date: Mon, November 14, 2011 Ford is preparing a couple of big debuts for the L.A. Auto Show this week, including a heavily revised Mustang for 2013. To help whet our appetites before the reveal on Wednesday, Mustang Evolution was able to get its hands on a set of photos of the new ‘Stang before its debut. While we alrea...more
Zynga Helps Ford Reveal All-New Escape Through World’s Largest ‘Words With Friends’ Game Article Date: Mon, November 14, 2011 Fans around the U.S. can compete against actress Jenny McCarthy as they help reveal aspects of the Ford Escape throughout the game; this is the first time Ford has revealed a vehicle through a social game The all-new Ford Escape will debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show on Nov. 16 DE...more
Automobile Magazine Names its top 10 2012 All Stars; 2 Fords Article Date: Fri, November 11, 2011 Ford FocusRedesigned for 2012, the all-new Ford Focus exceeded all of AUTOMOBILE Magazine's expectations. "The Focus embarrasses the competition when it comes to driving dynamics," said AUTOMOBILE Magazine Deputy Editor Joe DeMatio. With its communicative steering, supple ride and precise handling...more
Ford Focus, Mustang Boss 302 Earn 2012 All-Star Honors Article Date: Fri, November 11, 2011 The annual Automobile Magazine All-Star awards are among the top prizes in the industry, given only to vehicles that “stand above the crowd” to offer true “greatness” in their segments. And while the 2012 list, as expected, includes names like Ferrari, Porsche, Audi and Land Rover, the only brand t...more
Ford’s Cloud-Connected Car, the Evos Concept, to Make North American Debut at 2012 International CES Article Date: Fri, November 11, 2011 Ford Evos Concept The Ford Evos Concept showcases the company’s future design language and vision for a consumer-focused technology experience Ford’s research into cloud-based technology includes adaptive vehicle dynamics, driver health and well-being, and smart electrification Ford President...more
See What it’s Like to Participate in the Octane Academy Article Date: Fri, November 11, 2011 If you’re a fan of Ford motorsports, the chance to learn performance driving techniques from Ken Block, Brian Deegan, Tanner Foust or Vaughn Gittin Jr. probably sounds like experience of a lifetime. And that’s exactly what participants in the Ford Octane Academy receive. Four camps will be hosted o...more
Tiny Cell Technology Wins Engineering Award, Helps Boost Fuel Economy in New Ford Escape Article Date: Thu, November 10, 2011 Ford named “Grand Award Winner” at the 2011 Society of Plastic Engineers “Most Innovative Use of Plastics Awards” competition for MuCell instrument panel innovation on the new Ford Escape. Ford named “Grand Award Winner” at the 2011 Society of Plastic Engineers “Most Innovative Use of Plastics Award...more
New 2013 Escape Launches Ford’s Innovative New Seats as Americans Drive Longer, Hurt More Article Date: Thu, November 10, 2011 More Seat comfort engineer Mike "Dr. Derriere" Kolich shows off the inner structure of Ford's new global seat architecture as used in the 2013 Escape. With longer commutes causing American drivers to spend more time in their vehicles and have more back pain, comfortable seating is more important tha...more
Ford’s 1.0-liter EcoBoost I-3 Enters Production in Germany Article Date: Thu, November 10, 2011 Print this page out, and place it flat on the ground; that’s the size of the engine block of Ford’s new 1.0-liter EcoBoost I-3, which officially entered production today. Built in Ford’s Cologne Engine Plant in Germany, the new turbocharged three-pot is designed to deliver the performance of a...more
Lincoln Teases a New Model on Facebook; Is This the New MKS? Article Date: Thu, November 10, 2011 If you’re a fan of Lincoln and Facebook, today’s your day: the automaker posted a teaser shot of a new model to the social network today, and it’s predicting the future model. As Lincoln said in the photo’s caption, “now it gets interesting.” The shot is pretty shadowy, but clearly shows the fro...more
New Ford Flex Brings More Technology, Better Fuel Economy, Modern Sophistication to Seven-Passenger Crossover Article Date: Wed, November 09, 2011 Flex offers the new generation of MyFord Touch®, rear-inflatable belts, collision-avoidance technologies, rain-sensing wipers, keyless entry, first-row heated and cooled seats, power-fold mirrors and an optional new appearance package. The latest three-row, seven-passenger Ford Flex offers comfort a...more
MyFord Mobile App with Value Charging and Plug-to-Plug Routing Honored with CES Best of Innovation Award Article Date: Wed, November 09, 2011 MyFord® Mobile app recognized with International CES Best of Innovation Design and Engineering Award in the software and mobile applications category With Value Charging powered by Microsoft delivering utility rate data, the MyFord Mobile app will give Focus Electric drivers unique “set it and forg...more
New Ford Police Interceptor Vehicles Get Nod to Pace NASCAR’s Ford Championship Weekend Article Date: Tue, November 08, 2011 The 2013 Ford Police Interceptor Utility and Sedan will serve as the pace cars for this year’s Ford Championship Weekend NASCAR races at Homestead Miami Speedway Nov. 18-20. The 2013 Ford Police Interceptor Utility and Sedan will serve as the pace cars for this year’s Ford Championship Weekend NASCA...more
Numbers and Customers Tell the Story at New Website: Ford Super Duty Owns Work, Owners Can Tell Their Stories Too Article Date: Mon, November 07, 2011 More than any other heavy-duty pickup in the market, Ford F-Series Super Duty is trusted by tradesmen to get the job done in the field, and a new online experience is helping customers realize just that. A new website lets customers experience how Ford F-Series Super Duty trucks are used in the fie...more
Faster, Simpler, Better: MyFord Touch Upgrade Provides New and Existing Customers Enhancements and New Features Article Date: Mon, November 07, 2011 Ford will launch performance upgrades and new features for MyFord Touch® beginning with 2013 models – no-charge upgrade will be available to existing owners Simpler graphics, faster touch-screen response and easier-to-use controls are among the many enhancements to the voice-activated in-car connec...more
2013 Ford Mustang Spied with Exterior Updates, Could be Another Special Edition V6 Article Date: Mon, November 07, 2011 There’s undoubtedly no shortage of special-edition Ford Mustangs. Between the DUB Edition, Mustang Club of America package, Performance “Mayhem” package, and more offered on the V-6 model alone. And with the wildly awesome Boss 302 and Shelby GT500 range-toppers, there seems to be a Mustang for alm...more
2013 Ford Focus ST Headed to L.A. Auto Show; Debuting New Torque-Steer Compensation System Article Date: Mon, November 07, 2011 Good news, everyone. The long-awaited Ford Focus ST is coming to the 2011 Los Angeles auto show. If you didn’t know yet, the Focus ST is essentially the same car worldwide (except for a wagon version that we won’t see here). What does this mean? It means that the Focus ST we’ll see in L.A. is prett...more
2011 SEMA: Ford’s 8 Sweetest SEMA Vehicles Article Date: Thu, November 03, 2011 Ford is well-represented at this year’s SEMA show in Las Vegas. There are quite literally Fords in every direction you look, with everything from modified Fiestas, to F-650s being represented. Ford also had two large displays of its own, including a huge outdoor display featuring live demonstrati...more
Ford Shows Fiesta ST Concept at L.A. Auto Show, Previews Future High-Performance Fiesta Article Date: Thu, November 03, 2011 The Fiesta ST Concept presents a racing silhouette inspired by global Fiesta race and rally cars currently competing on the world stage. Ford unveils the bold new five-door Fiesta ST Concept at the Los Angeles Auto Show, indicating the direction for a high-performance Fiesta Fiesta ST Concept featur...more
Focus ST, Ford’s First Global Performance Car, Pairs Performance with Comfort, Style with Power Article Date: Thu, November 03, 2011 Focus ST boasts a highly effective roof spoiler, optimized to deliver improved high-speed stability and reduced drag and a unique center-exit exhaust with a tailpipe design influenced by the exclusive hexagonal mesh of the front bumper. All-new Ford Focus ST brings the Sport Technologies badge to cu...more
Ford Opens Reservations for 2012 Focus Electric Article Date: Wed, November 02, 2011 Ford Focus Electric 2012 Focus electric is Ford’s first all-electric, 100% gas-free, passenger car and the first of five planned electrified vehicles Detailed product specifications and virtually build and price available at online website: http://www.ford.com/electric/focuselectric/2012/ For...more
New Ford Escape Goes Hands Free and Where is Awesome Article Date: Tue, November 01, 2011 You’ve probably seen our section called Your Ideas (if not, click here for a peek) and may have even contributed a few of your own. We’ve read a couple about liftgate convenience, so you people in particular will probably be pretty psyched by a segment-first feature on the all-new Ford Escape: a ha...more
Mustang Boss 302-X, ...Headlining Galpin’s SEMA Stand Article Date: Tue, November 01, 2011 ... The 2012 Ford F-150 Thunder is GAS’s take at reviving the Ford F-150 SVT Lightning performance truck. The company says it has supercharged the truck’s engine to produce 540 hp, although doesn’t specify which engine served as the base mill — we suspect it was the 5.0-liter V-8. On top of tha...more
Hands-Free and Easy: Power Liftgate on All-New Ford Escape Opens and Closes with a Gentle Kick Article Date: Tue, November 01, 2011 The new Escape, which makes its debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show on Nov. 16, will be the first SUV to use gesture-based technology – similar to that found in video games – to open the rear liftgate. A gentle kicking motion under the center of the rear bumper activates the system and raises the lif...more
Ford Motor Company’s October Sales up 6 Percent; Ford Brand Utilities and Trucks Drive Gains Article Date: Tue, November 01, 2011 Ford Motor Company’s October U.S. sales increased 6 percent versus last year; year-to-date sales up 11 percent Ford brand sales driven by gains in utilities (up 38 percent) and trucks (up 8 percent); Explorer sales up 225 percent; F-Series sales top 50,000 for second straight month Fiesta, Focus an...more
New Website Allows Ford Fans to Show the World Just How Much They Love the Blue Oval Article Date: Tue, November 01, 2011 The homepage of www.fansaddit.com/ford features a virtual garage fully decked out in Ford branded items that can be bought through the site. In this example, the Mustang Boss 302 is the featured theme. New website, www.fansaddit.com, officially launches today in conjunction with SEMA 2011 Hundreds o...more
How Ford Made Safety History Article Date: Mon, October 31, 2011 By: 23--> October 30th, 2011 Many of us can remember a time, seemingly not that long ago, when wearing a seatbelt was optional, and maybe people even mocked you for clicking yourself in. A friend recalled how when she and her sister would travel with their dad in his sports car, she would sit on he...more
Ford Explorer Tops 100K Sales for 2011 Article Date: Mon, October 31, 2011 How fast have been the sales of the fastest-growing midsize utility vehicle in America? Consider: The Ford Explorer recently saw calendar-year sales cross the six-figure mark for the first time since 2007—more than two months before the calendar year even ended. The lineup includes the 2012 Ford Ex...more
Lincoln Cancels Plans For Compact MkC Article Date: Mon, October 31, 2011 In 2010, Ford announced plans to offer seven new Lincoln models in an effort to boost the brand’s image and compete in the luxury car market against Audi and BMW. Rumors had it that amongst the new models would be a production version of the Concept C called the Lincoln MkC. The MkC would reportedly...more
Ready to Build a Brand New 1965 Mustang Convertible? Article Date: Mon, October 31, 2011 For those you longing for vintage styling, the 1965 Mustang convertible returns with all-new Ford-approved body shell. Actually, you can build a 1964 ½ through 1966 Mustang convertible using this foundation, and nearly every part needed to build an all-new car is available from Ford-approved classi...more
Ford MyKey System Now Limits Cell Phone Use for Teens Article Date: Mon, October 31, 2011 Ford's MyKey system has been able to limit speeds and audio volume to improve teen-driver safety. Now, new technology will allow the system to limit cell phone use as well. Launching on the 2012 Ford Explorer, the new technology means that, when hooked up to Sync, the teen's phone will send calls to...more
America’s Favorite Classic Mustang – the ’65 Convertible – Returns with All-New Ford-Approved Body Shell Article Date: Fri, October 28, 2011 Shell Matt Patrias and Ed Orzechowski adjust the driver’s door on the new Ford-licensed 1965 Mustang convertible body shell. The new body shell is made from high-quality, automotive-grade steel that is better than the original and features modern welding techniques. It makes its debut Nov. 1 at the ...more
All-New 2013 Ford Escape Spied Out and About Article Date: Fri, October 28, 2011 The next-generation, 2013 Ford Escape has just been caught testing on public roads wearing only minimal camouflage, and by the looks of it, the new Escape appears to be close to production-ready. First previewed by the Vertrek concept at the 2011 Detroit auto show, the new Escape is yet ano...more
Ford Previews Modded Mustangs Coming to SEMA Article Date: Fri, October 28, 2011 Ford’s no stranger to the concept of modified Mustangs, and to no one’s surprise, there will be a whole new stable of modded-out Mustangs to this year’s SEMA show. Ford has released info on four of the latest Mustangs creations coming to Las Vegas. For starters, Forgiato Wheels took a M...more
Technology in the 2013 Ford Explorer May be Better than a Cup of Coffee Article Date: Fri, October 28, 2011 While the warning light in the dash will be shaped like a cup of coffee, the technology in the 2013 Ford Explorer may be a lot more valuable. Ford is introducing new lane keeping technologies, including a system that can help detect drowsy drivers, to help them stay alert and in their lane. The inn...more
Want to be the First to Drive an EcoBoost? Article Date: Thu, October 27, 2011 It’s one thing to read about the new 2.0-liter EcoBoost™ engine, Active Park Assist, Cross Traffic Alert and all the other cool technology available on the 2012 Ford Explorer and Edge, but it’s another to experience them firsthand. Here’s your chance – The EcoBoost Drive it First program is coming ...more
Ford Nets $1.6 Billion for the Third Quarter of 2011 Article Date: Wed, October 26, 2011 Ford Motor Company earned $1.6 billion in the third quarter of 2011, off $111 million compared to the third quarter of 2010. The company says it “continues building a foundation for global growth. Ford grossed $33.1 billion in revenues for the last quarter, $4.1 billion more than in Q3 ’10. Fo...more
New Global Ford Ranger Tops Euro NCAP Crash Test Ratings Article Date: Wed, October 26, 2011 More good news for Ford’s global Ranger keeps pouring in. The all-new midsize pickup recently earned a 5-star crash rating from the European New Car Assessment Program, making it the first pickup truck to earn such marks. The Ranger, which was designed and engineered primarily by Ford’s Au...more
SEMA 2011: Ford Announces a Trio of Custom Fiesta Hatchbacks Article Date: Wed, October 26, 2011 Ford’s Fiesta subcompact is pretty stylish—in five-door guise, anyway; the sedan is seriously frumpy—which makes it a decent tableau for customization. Ford is bringing three worked-over examples to next week’s SEMA show in Las Vegas, each prepped by a different tuning outfit. (Truthfully, we...more
The Truck of Texas is a Ford Article Date: Tue, October 25, 2011 There’s a state flag, a state bird and, believe it or not, a state folk dance (square dancing outshines the chicken dance, surprisingly). So, what about a state truck? Well, the Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA) has named the 2012 Ford F-150 the Truck of Texas! At the 2011 TAWA Truck Rodeo, not...more
Ford Previews Custom Explorers, F-Series for SEMA Show Article Date: Tue, October 25, 2011 A slew of fancied-up Ford Explorers and F-Series will be on display at this year’s SEMA show in Las Vegas, with Stitchcraft Interiors, CGS Performance Products, and DSO Eyewear lending their help with just a few of the modified models. 2011 Ford Explorer by Stitchcraft Interiors ...more
Ford Explorer Hits the 100,000-Sales Mark; Fastest-Growing Midsize Utility in the Country Article Date: Tue, October 25, 2011 Ford sold its 100,000 Explorer of 2011 this October; first time since 2007. The Ford Explorer crossed the 100,000-vehicle sales mark for 2011, making it the fastest-growing midsize utility in the nation U.S. retail sales of the Explorer are up 290 percent, compared to the same period in 2010 Since t...more
Ford Ropes 'Truck of Texas' Title, Best Truck Lineup, Six Other High Honors at Annual TAWA Texas Truck Rodeo Article Date: Tue, October 25, 2011 The 2012 Ford F-150 is named Truck of Texas, the most prestigious award presented by the Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA) at its annual Truck Rodeo in the country’s largest truck market. In addition, Ford products and technologies win top honors in seven other categories The 2012 Ford Edge is...more
Ford Officially Confirms Transit Production in Kansas City on Heels of UAW’s Leaked “Confirmation” Article Date: Mon, October 24, 2011 Not content to let the UAW spoil its Transit van announcements, Ford has followed the union’s confirmation with a statement of its own. The van will be built in Ford’s Kansas City plant, which currently assembles the F-150 and Escape. Ford’s press release refers to the van as the Transit, and we ex...more
Racing With the Pros at the Ford Octane Academy: Video Article Date: Fri, October 21, 2011 We've all wanted to play with the pros at one time or another. Whether it's Madison Square Garden, Joe Louis Arena or the newly named Mercedes-Benz Superdome, at one point or another we've all thought, “I can do that.” But we're auro enthusiasts here. Our pros have names such as Block, Foust, Gitti...more
Recycled Plastic Bottles Find New Use in Carpeting of Next Ford Escape Article Date: Fri, October 21, 2011 Based on 180,000 YTD sales, more than 4 million plastic bottles could be diverted from landfills by putting them in the all-new Ford Escape. The next Ford Escape uses 25 recycled 20-ounce plastic bottles in the carpeting of each vehicle That means more than 4 million bottles could be diverted from l...more
Ford Confirms Increased Investment in Kansas City Plant For Transit Commercial Van Production, New Stamping Facility Article Date: Fri, October 21, 2011 Ford will migrate its commercial vans around the world to a common, global platform in 2013, when Kansas City Assembly workers begin producing the full-size Transit for North American customers The company will invest $1.1 billion in the Kansas City facility – $700 million more than was pr...more
Video Find: Tanner Foust Takes the Ring On in Ford Focus RS500 Article Date: Fri, October 21, 2011 It is quite disappointing that the Ford Focus RS500 isn’t available in the States, but if it ever does make here (when pigs fly) then we will know what to expect. Tanner Foust takes a ride at the Nurburgring and sounds off on what he thinks about the matte black monster. Foust puts the RS500 to ...more
Mustang Customizer Goes Mobile Article Date: Fri, October 21, 2011 The new for 2011 Mustang Customizer is now available on your iPad/iPhone or Android-based mobile device. The Customizer was just launched in September and has already proven extremely popular. The ability to take it with you and stay engaged while you’re waiting in line at the grocery store or bore...more
UAW-Ford National Labor Agreement Ratified By Members; Capacity Actions, New Product Sourcing Plans Confirmed Article Date: Thu, October 20, 2011 UAW-Ford employees in the U.S. ratify a new four-year labor agreement by nearly a 2-to-1 margin, helping to improve the company’s competitiveness in the U.S. Ford is adding 12,000 hourly jobs in its U.S. manufacturing facilities by 2015, including in-sourcing from Mexico, China and Japan ...more
UAW, Ford Agree on New Labor Contract; Confirm New Product Plans Article Date: Thu, October 20, 2011 The new four-year labor agreement between Ford and the United Auto Workers union has been ratified by Ford workers. In a two-to-one vote, Ford employees agreed upon the new deal that will create 12,000 new jobs in the U.S., in part by in-sourcing positions from China, Japan, and Mexico. Early re...more
Ford Launches Update, Sync Reads Texts to More Users Article Date: Thu, October 20, 2011 Ford wants drivers to stay focused on the road, and is now extending Sync’s capability of reading text messages out loud to first generation Sync users with a new update. Message Access Profile (MAP) Bluetooth support, which enables compatible smartphones to stream and read text messages out lou...more
Ford SYNC Features Expand to More Users Article Date: Tue, October 18, 2011 We’ll admit that when iTunes, Word or any of our computer software alerts us to an update, we tend to hit “agree” to said update and not always read what it’s about. For all we know, we might have agreed to wear hot pants and a monocle to the office. So, we know that some of you might also be...more
New SYNC Software Update Adds Bluetooth MAP Standard; Ford Poised to Give More Drivers Safer Texting Alternatives Article Date: Tue, October 18, 2011 Latest Ford SYNC® software updates will give owners of select SYNC Generation 1-equipped 2011 and 2012 vehicles access to the emerging Bluetooth® standard – Message Access Profile (MAP) – so SYNC can stream and read text messages aloud from compatible smartphones Ford elected to voluntarily adopt ...more
Ford's Jim Farley to Deliver Keynote at 2011 BlogWorld & New Media Expo Article Date: Tue, October 18, 2011 Ford Group vice president Jim Farley will deliver a keynote address at the 2011 BlogWorld & New Media Expo in Los Angeles on Nov. 4. Marking the first time an auto industry CMO will address BlogWorld, Farley will discuss how progressive marketers like Ford put the brand in the hands of consumer...more
Ford Probably Unveiling Licensed Repro 1965–1966 Mustang Bodies at 2011 SEMA Show Article Date: Tue, October 18, 2011 News of brand-spankin’-new reproduction shells for classic Ford Mustangs and Chevy Camaros isn’t fresh—Dynacorn Classic Bodies has been making them for years—but the Mustang catalog is likely to grow a bit fatter, if the video embedded below is anything to go by. Dynacorn currently holds a license ...more
Top 10 Most Brand-Loyal Cars, 6 of which are Ford Article Date: Tue, October 18, 2011 Ford Fiesta Though new for 2011, 63 percent of all subcompact Ford Fiestas were purchased by brand-loyal Ford owners in recent months. Since there was no previous-sized entry in the company's lineup prior to the Fiesta, we can assume all repeat buyers are downsizing from larger Ford models....more
Ford Dealers to Offer Natural Gas Engine on F-Series Super Duty Pickups Article Date: Mon, October 17, 2011 VANCOUVER, BC - Westport Innovations Inc., announced that the new natural gas Westport WiNG Power System (WiNG) will be available in the popular Ford F-250 and F-350 Super Duty pickup trucks sold and serviced through authorized Ford dealers. The F-250 and F-350 pickup trucks, based on Ford's new 6.2...more
Custom Mustang Boss 302 going to an Auction Article Date: Fri, October 14, 2011 On Saturday, October 15, a very unique 2012 Mustang will be on the block at a live auction during the Get Your Heart Racing benefit on the Ford test track at the Dearborn Development Center in Michigan. The one-of-a-kind Boss 302 Laguna Sega is painted in the same School Bus Yellow color you ...more
Ford Designer Turns Labor of Love into Show Car for Charity Article Date: Fri, October 14, 2011 Ford Designer Melvin Betancourt suffered a serious heart problem 11 years ago and credits the doctors at Henry Ford Hospital with saving his life. As a way of giving back, Betancourt used his expertise in car customization to create a one-of-a-kind 2012 Mustang Boss 302 Laguna Seca that will be auct...more
Lincoln Teams With Hearst Magazines For “New Century Craftsmanship Idea Series” Article Date: Fri, October 14, 2011 Lincoln and Hearst Magazines are launching a print and online series that focuses on the craftsmanship of luxury. Renowned artisans are featured, including chef Richard Blais, jewelry designer Karen Erickson, and men’s fashion designer Kevin Stewart. Each shares their outlook on how traditional ide...more
Ford Ups Sales Forecast for F-150 EcoBoost Trucks Article Date: Fri, October 14, 2011 Ford’s strategy of putting gas turbo engines in pickup trucks looks to be coming right along: the automaker announced that it will up the sales forecasts for its F-150 EcoBoost pickup after customer demand exceeded original goals. Ford originally said it was predicting a 40 percent take rate on ...more
Blue Oval to Add More Colors Article Date: Fri, October 14, 2011 How important is color to today’s auto buyers? According to research presented by Ford, up to 40 percent of all customers say they would walk right out of the dealership if they couldn’t find a vehicle in their preferred shade. That’s why, according to Ford’s Susan Swek, group chief designer, Color...more
All-new Ford Escape to Offer Two EcoBoost Engines Article Date: Fri, October 14, 2011 According to Derrick Kuzak, Ford’s group vice president for Global Product Development: “Customers are prioritizing fuel economy above every other trait when they make most vehicle purchases. Ford is meeting people’s needs by offering a family of fuel-efficient vehicles—from hybrids to electrics to...more
Ford Unveils List of 20 Coolest EV-Charging Sites Article Date: Fri, October 14, 2011 Ford is charging ahead with aggressive plans to help the country get ready for the new future of electric driving, but the automaker isn’t alone. While the Blue Oval is showing its green cred by introducing five new electric vehicles in the U.S. by 2012—including game-changers like the Ford Focus E...more
Would You Like To See The New Global Ranger in the U.S.? Article Date: Thu, October 13, 2011 With GM’s recent announcement that the new global Colorado would be offered in the U.S. many are wondering where Ford stands in the midsize pickup conversation. At first glance, it would seem the company is putting the bulk of its resources behind the F-150 in the U...more
What Ford and Six Other Automakers Agree on May Surprise You Article Date: Wed, October 12, 2011 Ah, to be a fly on the wall when Ford, GM, Audi, BMW, Daimler, Porsche and Volkswagen decided to have a sit-down – maybe somewhere off the radar, like the Olive Garden? – to discuss electric vehicles in the United States and Europe. Would they agree on things? Would the conversation veer off ...more
2013 Lincoln MKS Spy Photos Article Date: Wed, October 12, 2011 In our September 2011 issue, we presented an in-depth feature about how Ford intends to turn the Lincoln brand around, noting that the plan will begin in November with the debut of the updated MKS and MKT. We now have spy photos of the former, which gives us a first look at a number of the updates...more
Spied: 2013 Lincoln MKT Gets Refined Version of Waterfall Grille Article Date: Wed, October 12, 2011 ....our spy photographers spotted the 2013 MKT crossover. As you can see in these pictures, it too will receive a new rendition of the brand’s waterfall grille. Just as on the MKS, the MKT’s large, split grille gets thinner slats. There don’t appear to be any other styling changes to the MKT, altho...more
Seven Auto Manufacturers Collaborate on Harmonized Electric Vehicle Fast Charging Solution Article Date: Wed, October 12, 2011 Audi, BMW, Daimler, Ford, General Motors, Porsche and Volkswagen agreed to support a harmonized single-port fast charging approach for use on electric vehicles in Europe and the United States The system is a combined charging approach that integrates all charging scenarios into one vehicle ...more
Ford Working on New Small V6, We're Guessing It'll be Turbocharged Article Date: Tue, October 11, 2011 The same UAW release confirming that the Ford Transit van will be assembled and sold in the U.S. also contains a line about a small-displacement V-6. In reference to Ford’s Lima, Ohio, engine plant, the UAW says that “a new industry-leading small V-6 will be added to the plant at an investment...more
How Ford Plans to Fix Lincoln - Feature Article Date: Tue, October 11, 2011 Fixing Lincoln has been on Ford’s to-do list for more than a decade, and today the job is more urgent than ever. Aston Martin, Jaguar, Land Rover, and Volvo are gone, so Ford is forgoing the fat markups that come with luxury models at the same time that it is boosting its range of less profitab...more
Ford Opens Proving Grounds to the Public Article Date: Mon, October 10, 2011 For the first time ever, Ford is opening its Dearborn, Mich., proving grounds to the public on Oct. 15. Ticketholders to the Get Your Heart Racing event can take hot-lap ride-alongs around the test track with professional drivers Tanner Foust and Parnelli Jones. Proceeds benefit the Edith and Bens...more
Spied! Euro Ford Mondeo Wagon Caught Testing in the Alps Article Date: Mon, October 10, 2011 Ford has given us one more reason to be jealous of Europe, as evidenced by these spy shots of the next-gen Mondeo wagon. The Mondeo is Ford’s mid-size player in the European market, and is distantly related to the current U.S.-market Ford Fusion. A new model is set to arrive in 2013, and is also ...more
Ford’s World-First Rear Inflatable Seat Belts Earn Popular Mechanics Breakthrough Award Article Date: Mon, October 10, 2011 Rear Inflatable Seat Belts Ford’s industry-first rear inflatable seat belts combine the attributes of traditional seat belts and airbags to provide additional crash protection, giving parents particular peace of mind since children are common rear-seat passengers Lead developer Srini Sundararajan wi...more
Ford Tops in Supplier Diversity: Recognized with Corporation of the Year Award Article Date: Fri, October 07, 2011 Ford was named Corporation of the Year by the Michigan Minority Supplier Development Council (MMSDC) this week. The award recognizes an automaker's commitment to developing and growing a diverse supply base. (Pictured from left to right are: Louis Green, president and CEO of MMSDC; Birgit Behrendt, ...more
There’s Coconut Where in My Ford? Article Date: Fri, October 07, 2011 By: 23--> October 6th, 2011 Odd building materials in vehicles may sound quirky and clever, but the process is nothing new, and is all about doing good for the environment. For example, did you know recycled blue jeans – the cotton, that is – are used in the 2012 Ford Focus as sound absorption to k...more
2012-MY F-150 Features Driveline Updates That Improve Towing and Traction Article Date: Thu, October 06, 2011 DALLAS – Ford announced a number of updates for its 2012-MY F-150. Ford said the new pickup features several driveline updates and other technologies designed to improve and refine the driving experience. New drivetrain updates include replacing the 2011-MY F-150’s electronic shift-on-the-fly ...more
756 Miles Between Fill-ups with F-150 EcoBoost Article Date: Thu, October 06, 2011 DALLAS - With its new standard 36-gallon fuel tank, the powerful and fuel-efficient 2012 Ford F-150 EcoBoost pickup can drive nearly the entire length of California - from Oregon to Mexico - on one tank of gas. Responding to customer demand, F-150 EcoBoost now has a driving range of 756 mi...more
White Is the Most Popular Car Color Article Date: Thu, October 06, 2011 White is the most popular vehicle color in the world, followed by black and silver, according to car-paint supplier PPG Industries. In North America, white was first, making up 20 percent of the 2011-model-year cars. Silver was second at 19 percent, then black at 18 percent, gray at 15 percent, re...more
Next-Gen Ford Fusion Joining Mustang at Flat Rock Plant Article Date: Thu, October 06, 2011 Under the new tentative labor agreement between Ford and the United Auto Workers union, the next-generation Ford Fusion and Mustang will be built at Ford’s facility in Flat Rock, Michigan. The plant’s future was previously in limbo after Mazda announced that production of the Mazda 6 at Flat Rock...more
2011 Los Angeles: All-New Ford Escape To Bow At L.A. Auto Show Article Date: Thu, October 06, 2011 Earlier this week, we heard a report that Ford’s next-generation Escape would feature two EcoBoost mills under the hood, but we didn’t know when Ford would actually unveil the new Escape to the public. Buried in a press release about new paint colors (of all things), Ford confirmed that the all-n...more
We Hear: 2013 Ford Mustang to Get New Performance Gauges Article Date: Thu, October 06, 2011 A new report suggests the 2013 Ford Mustang may receive a new LCD screen in its instrument cluster with special apps to monitor the car’s performance. StangTV claims the new Mustang display will show engine operating parameters and can measure performance statistics like 0-to-60-mph times. The 4...more
A Perfect Blend: New Harvest of Ford Colors Includes Fresh, Crisp Ginger Ale and Warm, Rich Kodiak Brown Article Date: Thu, October 06, 2011 .fmlink:link {color: 003399; text-decoration: none} .fmlink:visited {color: 003399; text-decoration: none} .fmlink:active {color: 333333; text-decoration: none} .fmlink:hover {color: 333333; text-decoration: none} .linktop {margin-top: 10px} .linkbottom {margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px} Ford ...more
Wish You Were Charging Here: Ford Names 20 Cool Places to Charge Your Electric Vehicle Article Date: Wed, October 05, 2011 Ford names 20 cool places to charge your electric vehicle. Ford has named its 20 cool places to charge an electric vehicle, including CenturyLink Field in Seattle, wineries in Napa Valley, downtown Chicago and a resort in Hawaii Charging locations were evaluated based on a number of factors includin...more
Ford’s Escape Plan: Two EcoBoosts Article Date: Wed, October 05, 2011 We’ve heard a lot about Ford’s ambitious plan to triple its electrified vehicle production by 2013, but today’s news focuses on good old internal combustion, which everybody expects to dominate the market for decades. (Ford even cited research indicating that its customers perceive $...more
Ford Lauded In 2011 Total Quality Index Article Date: Wed, October 05, 2011 For Darrell Edwards, chairman and founder of Strategic Vision—one of the auto industry’s top resources for quality research—determining the quality of a vehicle involves a comprehensive analysis of everything that goes into satisfying customers: “Decades ago, we decided to measure ‘Quality’ from th...more
Breaking News with Details on New Ford Escape, Big MPG for C-MAX Hybrid Article Date: Tue, October 04, 2011 Although it’s not set to be revealed to the public until November 2011 at Los Angeles Auto Show, we have the inside scoop on one major change that’s putting the “new” in the new Ford Escape. It’s all about the EcoBoost® – the Escape will offer the most options of that engine ever in a Ford SUV, wit...more
Fuel Efficiency Boost: All-New Ford Escape Boasts New EcoBoost Engines; C-MAX Hybrid Mileage 25 Percent Better Article Date: Tue, October 04, 2011 Fuel economy leadership remains the bull’s-eye for Ford’s new utility lineup for 2012, addressing the top influencer driving consumers’ vehicle purchase decisions Three four-cylinder engines in the all-new Ford Escape deliver improved mileage versus outgoing models; 1.6-liter EcoBoost® engine debut...more
Ford Storms State Fair of Texas with F-150 News Article Date: Mon, October 03, 2011 If you love trucks, and especially if you love Ford trucks, you might want to check out the State Fair of Texas. What? State fair and Ford trucks don’t match up in your mental game of word association? Maybe they should! Afterall, Texas loves trucks, and trucks have long-loved the special attention...more
What Does Your Vehicle’s Color Say About You? Article Date: Mon, October 03, 2011 A friend once mentioned it was important that he liked what he drove, since he averaged three hours in his car every work day because of the commute. We assumed he was referring to comfort and amenities, but he clarified that spending all that time staring at his hood in bumper-to-bumper traffic me...more
Ford September 2011 Sales Rise Nine Percent Thanks to Strong SUV and Truck Volume Article Date: Mon, October 03, 2011 The Ford Motor Company enjoyed a nine-percent year-over-year sales gain in September 2011, with sales volume supported primarily by Ford trucks and SUVs. Sales of Ford cars suffered last month, and luxury brand Lincoln saw sales of almost all its models slip compared to a year prior. Ford – 168,...more
Ford Helps Schools Raise Money With General Mills Article Date: Mon, October 03, 2011 Every time a consumer purchases a Ford vehicle, orders a brochure, or watches a product video, they will be able to raise money for schools of their choice from Ford, thanks to the company’s new tie-up with General Mills’ Box Tops for Education (BTFE) program. Ford is the first automaker t...more
Ford Warriors in Pink and Lifetime Join Forces on ‘Five,’ an Original Movie That Tells Breast Cancer Stories of Five Women Article Date: Mon, October 03, 2011 Original Lifetime movie directed by Jennifer Aniston, Alicia Keys, Demi Moore, Patty Jenkins and Penelope Spheeris T-shirt for Ford Warriors in Pink designed by Jennifer Aniston and based on movie; shirt available at www.fordcares.com and all proceeds benefit Susan G. Komen Warriors ...more
Lincoln Brand Heads To China Article Date: Wed, September 28, 2011 Ford is preparing to bring its luxury brand to China for the very first time. The automaker believes that overseas sales will help make the brand more relevant, especially as Chinese consumers begin to demand more luxury cars. “We have a great luxury brand in Lincoln, which we have recommitted ours...more
Ford Dominates Motorist Choice Awards Article Date: Wed, September 28, 2011 Ford took home top honors in the recent 2011 IntelliChoice and AutoPacific Motorist Choice Awards. Ford and Lincoln brands won in a total of six categories. Winners of the Motorist Choice Awards are based on responses from 72,000 surveys from owners who recently purchased a 2011 vehicle. AutoPacifi...more
Ford Site Weighs F-150 Against Rivals Article Date: Wed, September 28, 2011 Ford has launched a comparison Web site for the F-150 pickup that illustrates how its truck stacks up against the competition--packed with video footage, testimonials and data. On the site, you can choose to dive into "torture test" footage of the F-150, or you can opt to complete the head-to-head p...more
Ford's Got A Thing, and It's Called Radar Love Article Date: Tue, September 27, 2011 As a nation, we've never been more distracted while behind the wheel. Modern dashboards and handheld devices are chock-full of well-intended features and intriguing graphics vying for our undivided attention. Talking, tuning, tweaking and the universally derided yet commonly practiced...more
Video: What’s Got 380,000 LEGOs, 22 Designers, 2,500 Man-Hours and is Heading to Florida? Article Date: Tue, September 27, 2011 When you imagine something built entirely of LEGOs, you probably don’t picture it coming down an automotive assembly line. Well, we’re about to blow your mind! This Ford Explorer was built at the Chicago Assembly Plant, but it is unlike the other Explorers built there – it is comprised of more than...more
Ford Planning to Build, Sell Electric Cars in China Article Date: Tue, September 27, 2011 Ford plans to build and sell more electric cars in China, as the company builds more factories and expands its reach in the growing market. A new report from The Detroit News says that Ford CEO Alan Mulally promised more electric vehicles during a television interview in China. “As we move to mo...more
Lincoln to Replace Waterfall Grille Article Date: Mon, September 26, 2011 Love it or hate it, Lincoln's waterfall grille is on the way out, according to sources familiar with plans for the updated MKS sedan and MKT crossover coming next spring. One source said the MKS and MKT grille will be "completely different" from the current grille, which has been controversial. He s...more
A Look at the Person Who Develops Ford Vehicles: You Article Date: Mon, September 26, 2011 “We’re not just sitting in Dearborn designing cars for ourselves. We listen to our customers.” And with that, you now know the secret to success at Ford, as revealed by Lisa Schoder, Ford Brand Manager, Focus ST. Listening. Learning. Ford even eavesdrops in chat rooms. That’s what it takes. Y...more
2012 Ford, Chevrolet, Dodge Police Cars Tested by Michigan State Police Article Date: Mon, September 26, 2011 With the venerable Ford Crown Victoria finally heading to the big parking lot in the sky, law enforcement agencies will have to choose a new car on which to place their light bars. Lucky for them then, each of the U.S. Big 3 automakers have rolled out all-new or heavily refreshed models for ...more
Ford Says Full-Size Truck Sales Highest Since December Article Date: Mon, September 26, 2011 Ford Motor Company said today that sales of full-size pickup trucks in the U.S. are at their highest pace since December of last year, according to a report from Bloomberg. Partly due to decreases in fuel prices, the rise in full-size pickup sales affects the whole industry, with pickups comprisi...more
Ford Teams Up With CBS On “The Amazing Race” Article Date: Mon, September 26, 2011 Ford has teamed up with CBS once more to run “The Amazing Race” this fall. The reality TV series sends 11 teams on a global adventure where they trek across four continents, 20 cities, and 40,000 miles. As a sponsor of the show, Ford’s top four models — Explorer, Fiesta, Focus and Mustang — will be...more
Ford Explorer Now 100 Percent Reinvented in LEGO® Bricks Debuts at Chicago Assembly Plant, Becomes Centerpiece of New Ford Driving School at LEGOLAND® Florida Theme Park Article Date: Mon, September 26, 2011 A unique Ford Explorer rolling off the line today at Chicago Assembly Plant will feature the model’s trademark eye-catching craftsmanship with one notable distinction. This Ford Explorer is created from more than 380,000 LEGO bricks and marks the beginning of a long-term alliance between Ford...more
New England Cab Company Improves Global Footprint by Adding 35 CNG-Powered Ford Transit Connect Taxis Article Date: Mon, September 26, 2011 Ford Transit Connect Taxi Metro Taxi of West Haven, Conn. adds 35 compressed natural gas (CNG)-powered Ford Transit Connect Taxis to its cab fleet West Haven joins growing list of cities to offer CNG-powered Transit Connect Taxis that also includes Los Angeles, Chicago, St. Louis and Las Vegas CNG b...more
Decisions, Decisions: Ford Launches New ‘Head-To-Head’ Pickup Truck Configurator Article Date: Fri, September 23, 2011 With four engine options and more than four different tow and payload options, choosing the right Ford F-150 engine wasn’t always the easiest. Sure, Ford’s been playing up its new EcoBoost-powered F-150 lately but how are you supposed to know which engine is right for you without poring over stat...more
Ford Door Protector Takes the Sting Out of Dings Article Date: Fri, September 23, 2011 Nothing ruins car joy like a door ding--whether it's the first blemish on your pride and joy or the latest door divot. Now, the engineers at Ford in Europe have developed a way to take the sting out of the parking lot--a retractable door-edge protector for the Ford Focus. It's no surprise th...more
SYNC Matters: New SYNC Website Highlights How and Why Ford Technology Is Making Lives Better Article Date: Thu, September 22, 2011 Ford Motor Company has launched a new, easier-to-use website that is focused on all things SYNC®, the voice-activated, in-vehicle connectivity system Owner experience videos on the new website feature customers talking about the role SYNC plays in staying in touch, driver assistance, entertainment ...more
Ford Motor Company Honored with the Freedom Award from U.S. Department of Defense for Support of National Guard and Reserve Employees Article Date: Thu, September 22, 2011 Ford Motor Company receives the 2011 Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award in recognition of the support it provides its National Guard and Reserve employees Michigan State Legislature recognizes Ford for its achievement The Ford Motor Company Fund to participate in Honor Flight Netwo...more
Ford Debuts Its First-Ever E-Bike Article Date: Wed, September 21, 2011 By: 23--> Have you noticed more scooters and bicycles on the streets lately? Alternate forms of transportation are officially mainstream, and that hasn’t been lost on Ford, which has unveiled the E-Bike Concept. That’s right, an electric Ford bike! “The E-Bike market is growing very, very rap...more
New Ford Police Interceptors Validated as Pursuit-Rated in Tests Conducted by the Michigan State Police Article Date: Wed, September 21, 2011 Ford Police Interceptor utility vehicle: The all-new Ford Police Interceptor utility (left) and Police Interceptor sedan (right) comprise Ford's first-ever police portfolio. The all-new Ford Police Interceptors deliver more performance, handling and fuel economy The only all-wheel-drive vehicles spe...more
Record-Breaking Interest for Ford’s Octane Academy Drives Launch of New Series on FUEL TV Article Date: Wed, September 21, 2011 Ford and FUEL TV announce the collaboration to launch the channel’s first-ever motorsports television series with Octane Academy – a 13-episode original television series bringing the adrenaline-pumping entertainment of the camps to the living rooms of millions of fans in 2012 Ford’s Octane Academy...more
Limited Edition Roush Stage 3 Ford Mustang is Flashier, But Not Faster Article Date: Wed, September 21, 2011 Looking to buy a 2012 Roush Stage 3 Ford Mustang that’s flashier and a bit more exclusive? Then check out the Roush Performance Hyper-Series that adds a limited edition appearance package in addition to all the mechanical upgrades for the 540-hp Mustang beast. The RS3 Mustang Hyper-Series ...more
New Ford Police Interceptors Validated By Michigan Police Article Date: Wed, September 21, 2011 Ford says its all-new Police Interceptors deliver more performance, better handling, and improved fuel economy than competing interceptors. In recent tests conducted by the Michigan State Police, those claims were completely backed-up. In these stringent tests, the 2013 Ford Police Interceptor Seda...more
Ford Rides Into New Territory With The E-Bike Article Date: Tue, September 20, 2011 Ford is the latest automaker to bring its automotive design language to the world of bicycling. At the Frankfurt Motor Show, Ford unveiled a surprising concept called the E-Bike, which further demonstrates the spectrum of Ford’s electric mobility competence. Although Ford has no plans to produce th...more
Has Your Car Ever Been Stolen or Broken Into? Article Date: Tue, September 20, 2011 We here at theFordStory.com know the feeling, because it’s happened to us. You head out to begin your day like normal, walk to where your car should be and…a window has been busted and thieves have stolen whatever contents you had, even if it was a gym bag you left in the backseat that to the...more
2011 Frankfurt: Ford Evos concept in the top 5 Coolest Debuts at the Show Article Date: Mon, September 19, 2011 Now that the craziness from the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show is over, it’s time to reflect on what we saw— the significant, the ugly, and, of course, the cool. The following list is our top five picks of the coolest debuts at Frankfurt. 1. Ford Evos concept File this under “Origami Go...more
2015 Mustang Won’t Be Retro, Says Ford’s Head of Design Article Date: Mon, September 19, 2011 The next-gen Ford Mustang arrives on the 50th anniversary of the iconic pony car, and the pressure is on for Ford designers to produce a product that will please fans of the marque both inside and out. Ford’s design boss J Mays was on hand at the Frankfurt Motor Show to provide an update on how t...more
FBI: Auto Theft Decreases 7.2 Percent; Ford Offers Auto Theft Safety Tips Article Date: Mon, September 19, 2011 Soundbites: Anti-Theft DEARBORN, Mich., Sept. 19, 2011 – Fewer Americans were victims of car thefts last year. The FBI’s annual Uniform Crime Report shows a 7.2 percentage decrease in auto thefts compared to 2010. Improved anti-theft devices and safety tips can help continue this downward trend. Unf...more
Ford Puts Performance On Display In Frankfurt Article Date: Mon, September 19, 2011 At the Frankfurt Motor Show last week, Ford annouced it was accelerating its new global performance strategy with the debut of the production version of the all-new Ford Focus ST and a concept for a future Fiesta ST. Both ST (Sport Technologies) models will share the same DNA worldwide, giving cust...more
Ford Wows The Crowds At Frankfurt Motor Show Article Date: Fri, September 16, 2011 The Ford Motor Company made a huge splash at the Frankfurt Motor Show this week. With its largest-ever European display, Ford showed off new vehicles and innovative new technologies. Giving a sneak peek into future Ford designs and technology was the Evos Concept. The vehicle incorporates the brand...more
Ford Leads Industry In AutoPacific Ideal Vehicle Awards Article Date: Fri, September 16, 2011 For the second consecutive year, the Ford Motor Company bested all other automakers to have the most individual segment winners in the AutoPacific Ideal Vehicle Awards (IVAs), and also for the second consecutive year, it wasn’t even close. While seven different Blue Oval products ranked highest in ...more
New Ford Mustang Customizer Website Lets Enthusiasts Dream Up and Share Their Ultimate Pony Car Article Date: Fri, September 16, 2011 Ford is putting designing Mustangs back in the hands of enthusiasts with a new customizer website that featuresthe 2012 Mustang. New Ford Mustang Customizer website allows enthusiasts to create their very own Mustang, selecting colors, accessories and decals to complement the classic design. The web...more
IMPCO Automotive Announces New EPA Bi-Fuel Certification for Ford F-250/350 Article Date: Fri, September 16, 2011 SANTA ANA, CA - IMPCO Automotive, a business unit of Fuel System Solutions, Inc., and a designer, manufacturer, and supplier of alternative-fuel components and systems for use in transportation applications, announced that the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued 2011 model-year Certi...more
New EcoBoost Engine Makes World Debut Article Date: Fri, September 16, 2011 Ford and Lincoln are quickly adding EcoBoost engines to their respective lineups to boost fuel efficiency without sacrificing fuel economy. And at the Frankfrut Motor Show this week, Ford unveiled its smallest EcoBoost yet, a 1.0-liter three-cylinder unit. This new EcoBoost features advanced turbo-...more
Ford Bringing European Transit Commercial Van to U.S. Market Article Date: Fri, September 16, 2011 Ford plans to replace the American E-Series van with the same successful Transit commercial van sold in Europe. Ward’s Auto reports that Ford chief financial officer Lewis Booth announced that future Ford commercial vans will all be built on the same Transit platform. In a slideshow at an invest...more
Transit Connect Electrics Now On The Job For Detroit Utility Article Date: Wed, September 14, 2011 The Ford Motor Company’s Transit Connect Electric has won over a new customer that knows a thing or two about electricity: DTE Energy, headquartered in Detroit. In fact, DTE recently bought four of the electric vehicles (EVs) to add to its fleet as part of its ongoing efforts to increase its use of...more
First Look at the Ford Fiesta ST Concept Car Article Date: Wed, September 14, 2011 For all of you screaming for a performance version of the new Ford Fiesta, this one is for you! At the 2011 IAA Frankfurt Motor Show, Ford revealed a high-performance Fiesta ST Concept that combines eye-catching, muscular and sporty styling with a dynamic sports chassis and a high-performance power...more
Ford Global Performance Strategy Accelerates at Frankfurt; New Fiesta ST Concept Joins Focus ST Production Model Article Date: Tue, September 13, 2011 Ford is accelerating its new global performance strategy at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show with the debut of the production version of the all-new Ford Focus ST and a concept for a future Fiesta ST Ford ST (Sport Technologies) models will share the same DNA around the world, offering outstanding per...more
It’s Miller Time For Boss 302 Owners Article Date: Tue, September 13, 2011 Drivers of the 2012 Mustang Boss 302 sit behind the wheel of the quickest, best-handling straight-production Mustang ever offered by Ford, with nearly every vehicle system comprehensively upgraded to provide a ferocious driving experience that can’t be had out of a catalog. And now, to help lucky o...more
The Nose 4000 and Other Surprising Ways Ford Keeps Your Senses Satisfied Article Date: Mon, September 12, 2011 A big deal is made about new-car smell. Realistically, that’s about the only sensory element that seemingly doesn’t factor in to a vehicle purchase. Or does it? Your senses play a crucial role in what you like and don’t like, be it anything from spinach to what you drive. As you might ...more
Race Party: Ford Unveils Fiesta Rally Cars, New Formula Ford at Frankfurt Article Date: Mon, September 12, 2011 Ford’s EcoBoost assault on the motorsport world continues at the Frankfurt Motor Show. After first unveiling the Focus ST-R, Ford has now also unveiled its new EcoBoost powered Formula Ford racecar, and is showing off all five of its rally prepped Fiesta variants at this year’s Frankfurt display....more
2012 Ford Focus First Car to Get EcoBoost 1.0-liter I-3 Power Article Date: Mon, September 12, 2011 Ford has today announced that the European market 2012 Focus will be the spearhead of its new 1.0-liter I-3 EcoBoost assault on the world. The new turbocharged three-banger will come in two horsepower ratings, and will, according to Ford, produce the performance of a 1.6-liter I-4, while getting ...more
Ford Unveiling Race-Ready Focus ST-R at Frankfurt Show Article Date: Mon, September 12, 2011 The big news today is Ford taking the wraps off of its long-awaited Focus ST, but that’s not the only hot hatch Focus that was unveiled. Ford also unveiled the new track ready Focus ST-R; a factory ready racer based on the Focus ST that Ford say’s will make it easier than ever for privateers to g...more
Ford Focus Named To KBB.com Best For Back-To-School List Article Date: Mon, September 12, 2011 The 2012 Ford Focus recently became one of just five new vehicles to earn a place among KBB.com’s “Top 10 Back-to-School Cars” selections, as chosen by the experts at Kelley Blue Book’s popular source for online automotive research. The recognition was based on a wide variety of factors, including ...more
SunPower To Help Drive Ford Focus Electric Article Date: Thu, September 08, 2011 With the coming launch of the Ford Focus Electric, the Blue Oval is already well on its way to helping customers spend less money on their monthly transportation needs. And now the company is taking its next step forward, thanks to its new “Drive Green for Life” initiative, developed in partnership...more
First CNG-Powered Ford Transit Connect Taxis Begin Servicing Greater Los Angeles Area Article Date: Thu, September 08, 2011 California Yellow Cab of Orange County becomes first business in California to offer Ford Transit Connect Taxis powered by compressed natural gas (CNG) First 10 taxis are to be joined soon by more than 100 more CNG-powered Transit Connect Taxis servicing the area Interest in California bein...more
Ford Focus EcoNetic Diesel to Get 65-Plus MPG, Would it Work Here? Article Date: Thu, September 08, 2011 Following the announcement earlier this spring about an EcoNetic version of the new Focus going on sale in the UK, Ford has announced it will roll out several new green-themed models at the upcoming Frankfurt Motor Show. The Focus EcoNetic will be able to go 100 kilometers on 3.4 liters of fuel,...more
Diving Deeper Into the Ford Evos Concept Vehicle Article Date: Thu, September 08, 2011 Remember the Ford Evos Concept vehicle we introduced to you last week (Ford Evos Concept: What Future Ford Vehicles Might Look Like)? Well, we want to show you that beauty is more than skin deep on this concept vehicle by giving you a deep-dive into the technology built into this concept. The techn...more
New Harley-Davidson F-150 Ready To Hog The Spotlight Article Date: Wed, September 07, 2011 One of the industry’s most exciting partnerships is breaking barriers once again, with Ford recently debuting the 2012 Harley-Davidson F-150—A full-size pickup that offers a full-size dose of performance, style and power. As is always the case when these two brands get together, the new H-D F-150 o...more
Ford Transit Connect Brings a New Shape to New York City Taxis Article Date: Wed, September 07, 2011 Ford Transit Connect Taxis are making their debut on the streets of New York. Ford Transit Connect Taxis are making their debut on the streets of New York 400 Transit Connect Taxis are destined for New York City as orders for the vehicle continue to increase Transit Connect Taxi orders are increasi...more
Video Find: Ford F-150 Raptor 6-Door SUV From United Arab Emirates Article Date: Wed, September 07, 2011 What do you do if you want a desert race truck but need to carry seven friends? Well, you could convert your Ford Raptor SVT crew cab into a three-row SUV like the one in this video. This truck, built by a custom shop in the United Arab Emirates, has gained one door on each side; between the fact...more
Taxi! Ford Transit Connect Taxis are Headed to NYC Article Date: Wed, September 07, 2011 Picture yourself saying, “Let me tell you about the fantastic taxi experience I had today!” Thanks to Ford, you might just say that the next time you hail a taxi in New York City, and we think that the taxi drivers themselves may also offer up some praise. The first Ford Transit Conn...more
Ford Aims To Create A World-Class In-Car Experience Article Date: Tue, September 06, 2011 Ford is determined to transform the in-car experience. Consumers are increasingly demanding integrated communications, voice-controlled operations, and more in-car entertainment options — and Ford is happy to deliver on those requests. But to truly develop the most innovative in-car experience poss...more
Ford Mustang Voted “Manliest” Cars in U.K. Survey Article Date: Tue, September 06, 2011 If you buy cars based on their machismo and reputation, this list — compiled by U.K. shaving cream company Bluebeards Revenge — may be of interest. The company has released the results of its survey on which cars the U.K. public thinks are most “manly.” Topping the charts was the all-American For...more
2013 Mustang Boss 302 Getting ’70s-Inspired Colors, Tech Goodies Article Date: Tue, September 06, 2011 The Ford Mustang Boss 302 might just go down in history as the best Mustang yet. Our Best Driver’s Car ringer Randy Pobst said that the Boss 302 was, “Clearly better than any other Mustang I’ve driven. I’m just so impressed.” So is there any way to make the best Mustang better? Ford apparently th...more
Hennessey Performance Upgrades the Ford Mustang Boss 302 Article Date: Tue, September 06, 2011 The tuner guys at Hennessey Performance took the Ford Mustang Boss 302 behind their curtain, plopped a supercharger on top--among other things--and headed to the drag strip. The outcome? Hennessey says 11.9 seconds at 124 mph for the quarter-mile--and that's with a 0-to-60-mph time at a Porsche-lik...more
Facebook Fans to Get Exclusive Progress Reports on New Ford Focus ST Article Date: Fri, September 02, 2011 Exclusive video and photography of the all-new Ford Focus ST to be shared first on the Focus Facebook page, highlighting the car’s technology, performance and practicality Videos will give global Focus fans insights into the project from key members of the development team, as well as previously un...more
Ford F-150 EcoBoost Averages 28.3 MPG in a Challenge Article Date: Fri, September 02, 2011 The Ford F-150 EcoBoost Challenge has announced a winner, with Carlee Mallard of Raleigh-Durham, N.C., achieving an impressive 28.3 mpg average throughout her week with an F-150. She also had 56 volunteers attend her community service event where she sought donations for the Raleigh YWCA to be dist...more
Build it Your Way: Ford Transit Connect – 6-Speed, Diesel, EcoBoost, 3-Rows? Article Date: Fri, September 02, 2011 The Ford Transit Connect was one of Alan Mulally’s strategic “One Ford” gambles. A tall, narrow, four-cylinder urban delivery van that had become popular in Europe. Although at first it seemed like a misfit in “bigger is better” America, it has proven to hit the sweet spot for a lot of small busi...more
Ford, Zipcar Bring Future of Transportation to Newest Generation of Drivers at U.S. Universities Article Date: Thu, September 01, 2011 Ford Motor Company and Zipcar, Inc. – the world’s leading car-sharing network – are teaming up to help make transportation more affordable, fun and sustainable for students at more than 250 university campuses throughout the U.S. The two-year alliance, announced today, establishes Ford as the large...more
Spied! European Ford B-Max Caught Testing in Germany Article Date: Thu, September 01, 2011 After a reader sent us some personally-snapped spy shots of a heavily camouflaged Ford crossover yesterday, we speculated that the vehicle underneath all that camo might be a production version of the Ford B-Max concept shown at this year’s Geneva show. Now, our dedicated spy photographer has sen...more
Production Begins for 2012 Shelby Models, New Shelby GTS Starts Ahead of Schedule Article Date: Thu, September 01, 2011 Shelby American has announced that production of the firm’s 2012 models, including the Shelby GTS, GT350, and GT500 Super Snake, is now under way. Claiming that its production team is nearly done cranking out the last of the 2011 models, Shelby says assembly of the all-new GTS package for the 201...more
Ford Mini Mystery Crossover Spied – B-Max Coming to the U.S.? Article Date: Wed, August 31, 2011 Motor Trend reader Ben Cowden was honeymooning with his new bride in Colorado when he spied these heavily-cladded and mysterious compact crossovers testing on Pike’s Peak. While it’s difficult to determine exactly what these camoed cute-utes are, the fact that the entourage was accompanied with ...more
Ford Evos Concept – The Ultimate Expression of Ford’s New Global Design and Technology Vision Article Date: Wed, August 31, 2011 Ford Evos Concept showcases Ford’s first truly global design language and a new vision for customer-focused and intuitive technologies Dramatic four-door, four-seat fastback concept with state-of-the-art lithium-ion plug-in hybrid powertrain previews Ford’s new global design language with distincti...more
Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion: The Coolest of the Cool Article Date: Wed, August 31, 2011 1969 EDELBROCK BOSS 302 MUSTANG Bud Moore’s Ford factory team didn’t win the SCCA Trans-Am with a Boss Mustang until 1970 -- a year after this model was built and raced. Does that matter? Not at all: This Edelbrock Boss 302 represent...more
Head’s Up: Ford Increases Soy Content in Foam, Adds Head Restraint as Newest Component for Sustainable Material Article Date: Wed, August 31, 2011 Ford and Lear Corporation have introduced a new head restraint foam with 25 percent of the polyol replaced with soy 75 percent of Ford’s North American-built vehicles feature bio-based foam in the head restraints. Vehicles include the Ford F-150, Taurus, Explorer and Fusion All Ford North America...more
Ford Fusion Named Best Affordable Family Car Article Date: Tue, August 30, 2011 For anyone considering an affordable midsize car, U.S. News & World Report suggests the 2011 Ford Fusion. In a recent comparison of 19 vehicles, the Fusion came out on top for its family-friendly qualities, including its impeccable safety and reliability. Last year, the Fusion received a mid-li...more
Lincoln Brand Is Not Just For Geezers Article Date: Tue, August 30, 2011 A recent survey by TrueCar.com confirmed that Lincoln was loved by folks aged 65 years or older. The survey revealed that this demographic also loved GM’s Buick and Cadillac brands. Despite appealing to an elderly demographic, Lincoln is eager to broaden its appeal and make the brand more mainstrea...more
Lincoln Prepares New Line Of Fresh Models Article Date: Tue, August 30, 2011 Automotive News reports that new models will be coming to the Lincoln lineup very soon. Ford’s product development head, Derrick Kuzak, recently told dealers that seven new or refreshed models will arrive by 2014. The Lincoln Navigator is one model that will be receiving attention very soon. The SU...more
Five Fords Named Among MT’s “Most Wanted American Cars” Article Date: Mon, August 29, 2011 Although America’s 235th birthday has now come and gone, the vehicles on the recent list of 2011’s “Most Wanted American Cars,” put together to celebrate the occasion by the automotive experts at Motor Trend, are still setting off fireworks—especially for Ford. After all, fully half of the entries ...more
2009 Ford Fusion in the top 10 best used cars Article Date: Mon, August 29, 2011 2009 Ford Fusion SE Price when new: $21,775Dealer used price: $16,055Private-party price: $14,352Certified used price: $16,843MPG (city/hwy): 20/28 Redesigned for 2009, the Fusion earned a Top Safety Pick from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety when equipped with optional sta...more
Something Cool and Different; BrainDriver: Just Think About It Article Date: Mon, August 29, 2011 Following up on a previous post, Wanted or Not: The Technology of Tomorrow, Today, let's check out something even more freaky: A team from the Free University of Berlin, led by Dr. Raúl Rojas, has demonstrated a proof-of-concept for thought-controlled driving. Yep, you think about turning ... and th...more
Ford EcoBoost Engine Expands to 2012 Edge and Explorer Article Date: Thu, August 25, 2011 By: 23--> It’s here! The 2.0-liter four-cylinder EcoBoost engine is available in the 2012 Ford Edge and Explorer, shipping to dealerships as we speak! It can be had in the front-wheel-drive models. And by the way, you thought the Edge and Explorer boasted great fuel economy before? Equ...more
Ford Bolsters EcoBoost Commitment for 2012 with Fuel-Efficient Edge, Explorer Utilities, Broadens Focus Lineup Article Date: Wed, August 24, 2011 2012 Ford Explorer with EcoBoost® delivers full-size three-row SUV segment-leading fuel economy with an EPA-rated 20 mpg city and 28 mpg highway Edge with EcoBoost for 2012 raises fuel-efficiency bar for Ford’s popular crossover utility, with EPA ratings of 21 mpg in the city and 3...more
Ford Answers Questions about the Collaboration Between Ford and Toyota Article Date: Tue, August 23, 2011 The news of Ford and Toyota signing a Memorandum of Understanding with the intent of co-developing some specific hybrid and telematics technologies generated a whole lot of comments and questions. In fact, over 100 comments were posted in just a few hours. Derrick Kuzak, Ford Chief of Product Devel...more
We Hear: Ford Focus RS Will Have Up to 380 HP, Debut in Two Years Article Date: Tue, August 23, 2011 Ford engineers may be working on a higher-performance Focus RS hatchback. A new report from Auto Express suggests that the RS is still on track and could pack 380 hp into a new coupe body. The report suggests that the new Focus RS will squeeze as much as 380 hp out of a turbocharged 2.0-liter in...more
U.S. News & World Report: Ford cars make family life easier Article Date: Tue, August 23, 2011 Three Ford vehicles are among U.S. News’ 2011 Best Cars for Families. Safety, reliability, comfort and affordability are paramount when shopping for cars, and the Best Cars for Families award winners are the vehicles that do best in their class on those attributes. Ford winners include the 2011 Ford...more
Come Together, Right Now: Ford and Toyota to Collaborate on Truck Hybrid Technology Article Date: Mon, August 22, 2011 Ford and Toyota announced today that they’ll bring their respective talents–making pickup trucks and hybrid cars–together, collaborating on a way to make their SUVs and light trucks more fuel efficient in the coming years. The move comes on the heels of recent changes to Corporate Average Fuel E...more
Breaking News: Ford and Toyota Team on Hybrid System Article Date: Mon, August 22, 2011 By: 23--> You might think that automakers always have one another in the crosshairs. But it turns out there can be opportunities for collaboration, especially when it comes to advanced technology and bringing it to the public sooner and more affordably than one automaker could do alone. Case ...more
Driving Simulator Helps Fine-Tune the Ford Focus Electric Article Date: Fri, August 19, 2011 Butterflies, solar panels and windmills – which would you like to see on your dash display? Ford knows the best way to ensure customers will be happy with the overall driving experience is to get them involved with the R&D of a new vehicle! Ford invited potential customers t...more
Consumers Provide Feedback On Ford Focus Electric Article Date: Fri, August 19, 2011 The Ford Focus Electric, the Blue Oval’s upcoming EV, hasn’t arrived in showrooms yet. But before it does arrive, Ford is eager to hear what potential customers think. Ford wanted consumers to help develop the final in-dash display for the Ford Focus Electric through the use of a specially designed...more
Lincoln To Introduce Push-Button Transmission, Glass Roofs Article Date: Fri, August 19, 2011 As Ford pushes Lincoln dealers to make improvements to their showrooms, the Blue Oval is prepping new vehicles for the luxury brand. Improvements coming to Lincoln’s product lineup include fresh designs and less badge engineering. In addition to styling that set Lincolns apart from Ford vehicles, t...more
Ford F-150 EcoBoost: The V6 Sales Star, accounted for 79.5% of V6 trucks Article Date: Thu, August 18, 2011 Ford's 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 engine is impressive. It's torquey, economical, smartly engineered and -- as the company proved by taking it to the Baja 1000 -- durable as all get-out. But nowhere is this engine more impressive than in the F-150 EcoBoost. And sales reports are beginning...more
Ford Focus ST Show Car to be at Woodward Dream Cruise, Pack 247 hp Article Date: Wed, August 17, 2011 Although not the final production-spec car many were hoping for, Ford hot hatch enthusiasts will get a chance to take a look at the Focus ST show car that’s been making the auto show rounds up-close at the upcoming Woodward Dream Cruise. The full production version is expected to be shown n...more
Video Find: Hennessey HPE650 Supercharged Ford Mustang Boss 302 Dyno Pull Article Date: Wed, August 17, 2011 The crew at Hennessey Performance (HPE) isn’t resting on their laurels. Last month, John Hennessey hosted the open house for his new Lake Forest, California, tuning shop; he’ll also be attending Pebble Beach in Monterey this week with the first Venom GT sold to a U.S. customer. But the perf...more
Two Cool: Focus, Fiesta Join “Coolest Under $18,000? List Article Date: Tue, August 16, 2011 Looking for a hot new car that’s both affordable and fun to drive? The experts at Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com suggest you take a look at the Ford lineup. After all, the Blue Oval now boasts two different models on the website’s 2011 “10 Coolest Cars under $18,000” list: The all-new Ford Fiesta and t...more
Good Day Sunshine: Ford and SunPower Team up for Solar-Powered Focus Article Date: Thu, August 11, 2011 Grab a seat at any hip establishment where libations are served and enlightened consumers congregate, and if you wait long enough the discussion will inevitably turn to electric cars. Not hybrids, mind you, but electric-only vehicles: who makes them, their mileage range, if the...more
What’s New for the 2012 Ford Harley-Davidson F-150 Article Date: Wed, August 10, 2011 By: 23--> Pairing industry icons for collaboration on a particular model is nothing new in the world of cars and trucks. Usually it works well and an awesome, innovative vehicle results, although sometimes it’s downright cheesy (we’re talking to you, denim-inspired interiors of the 197...more
2011 Ford F-150 V-6 Sales Continue to Outpace V-8s Article Date: Wed, August 10, 2011 For the third month in a row, 2011 Ford F-150 models with V-6 engines surpassed V-8 models in sales. In July, EcoBoost V-6 models accounted for 40 percent of all F-150s sold, while 3.7-liter V-6s accounted for 16 percent. Up until three months ago, the last time V-6 models outsold V-8s in ...more
There is a Right Way to Wash Your Car. Here’s How Article Date: Wed, August 10, 2011 The other day we were at the gas station. While pumping, we watched someone use the squeegee on the windshield, then run it down the hood of the car for a quickie car wash. We’re pretty sure that violates gas station etiquette, and it was pretty gross. It reminded us that summer means many o...more
Ford Focus EV Will Have Delayed Rollout in 2012 Article Date: Tue, August 09, 2011 Ford is delaying the full launch of its Focus electric vehicle.Ford's marketing team posted a message on the My Focus Electic forum detailing plans to cut the planned 19 rollout markets -- including Chicago, Detroit and Seattle -- to instead concentrate exclusively on New York and California for th...more
Lincoln to Get Styling All Its Own Article Date: Tue, August 09, 2011 Ford's luxury badge, Lincoln, gets deservedly knocked for selling up-jumped Ford models that offer little that's exclusive or original in terms of styling and features. Ford, recognizing the necessity of Lincoln's success, plans to change that by giving Lincoln its own in-house design studio and te...more
We Hear: New Ford Focus RS Coming By as Early as 2013, with 350 HPs? Article Date: Mon, August 08, 2011 As a follow-up to the Ford Focus ST that should bow in 2012, Ford is reportedly planning a next-generation version of the Focus RS, Ford’s most explosive Focus of all time. That’s according to Ford’s C-segment vehicle line director Gunnar Herrmann, who spilled the beans to Australia’s The Sydney ...more
Ford Teams With Azure for Hybrid Super Duty Trucks Article Date: Fri, July 29, 2011 Ford Motor Co., moving to expand its hybrid truck lineup, has signed a deal with Azure Dynamics Corp. to put plug-in hybrid powertrains in F-Series Super Duty trucks. Azure will retrofit the F-350, F-450 and F-550 trucks with its hybrid-electric drive trains. The F-550 will be the first to feature ...more
2012 Ford Explorer Gets 28 mpg With EcoBoost Power Article Date: Thu, July 28, 2011 The 2012 Ford Explorer--the first vehicle in North America to get the company's four-cylinder EcoBoost engine--is rated at 20 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway, it was announced on Thursday morning. The 2.0-liter turbocharged EcoBoost Explorer engine pushes out 240 hp at 5,500 rpm and 270...more
The Most Fuel-Efficient 7-seater SUV? It’s a Ford Article Date: Thu, July 28, 2011 There once was a day where if you told someone you drove a “fuel-efficient SUV with seating for seven” they’d point and laugh at your craziness. But Ford is now having the last laugh: The new Explorer is delivering an EPA-estimated 28 mpg on the highway, besting the Honda Pilot and Jee...more
Ford F-Series to Get Plug-In Hybrid Technology Article Date: Thu, July 28, 2011 By: 23--> When two industry leaders shake hands, you know the outcome of the agreement is going to be pretty spectacular. So, when Azure Dynamics – which develops and produces hybrid electric and electric components and powertrain systems for commercial vehicles – and Ford shook on it, the result wa...more
Red Light, Green Light: Start-Stop Will Help Achieve Lofty MPG Goals Article Date: Tue, July 05, 2011 Posted by Exhaust Notes Tuesday, July 05, 2011 Hot on the heels of politicians proposing an mpg average of 56 by 2025, Johnson Controls announced a $135 million retrofit of its Holland, Ohio, facility for the production of absorbent glass mat batteries for vehicles equipped with fuel-saving s...more
Ford Expands Use of Inflatable Rear Seatbelt Article Date: Thu, June 23, 2011 Posted by AutoWeek Wednesday, June 22, 2011 Ford Motor Co. is expanding the availability of inflatable rear seatbelts to the Ford Flex wagon and some Lincoln vehicles, starting next summer. The safety technology was first introduced on the redesigned Ford Explorer earlier this year as a...more
North American C-MAX Update Article Date: Mon, June 20, 2011 Good news from the Ford camp, and plenty of it: The production capacity of the electrified vehicle lineup is going to triple through 2013 – to more than 100,000 annually – including higher volumes of the new C-MAX Hybrid and C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid, vehicles that already have quite a buz...more
The New Lincoln Experience Will Start at the Front Door Article Date: Tue, June 14, 2011 Posted by Exhaust Notes Monday, June 13, 2011 Ford CEO Alan Mulally outlined for about 120 Lincoln dealers assembled in Detroit last week the manufacturer's plans for the struggling Lincoln brand. The plan starts with the dealers and won't be cheap, as Ford looks to r...more
Hot Focus Electric, Cool Battery Technology Article Date: Tue, June 14, 2011 You know the complaints you hear people spew when the weather gets hot? Well, it’s hard out there for a battery, too. Extreme hotness may not be a problem for, say, George Clooney (or Robert Pattinson, depending on your age/taste), but high temps can potentially affect an electric vehicle’s ...more
Smallest Ford Engine Ever! Three-Cylinder EcoBoost (and Two New Transmissions) Article Date: Fri, June 03, 2011 We’ve got details on the smallest engine Ford has ever built, a new 1.0-liter EcoBoost™ three-cylinder. It’s not just efficient; it’s super efficient. Seriously – that displacement is the same as a cruiser motorcycle’s! Now, this engine wasn’t designed in response to current fuel prices, min...more
Lincoln Top Brand in J.D. Power and Associates Vehicle Dependability Study Article Date: Mon, May 02, 2011 Lincoln MKZ Dependability is essential when it comes to cars, trucks or SUVs. It doesn't matter how well a vehicle rides or handles, how many impressive luxury amenities it has, or how frugal it is at the gas pump if it's in the repair shop as much as it's on the road. While new-car reviews are es...more
First Look at the 2013 Ford Taurus and Taurus SHO Article Date: Thu, April 21, 2011 It’s difficult to pick the most noteworthy feature of the 2013 Ford Taurus, but let’s start with how the flagship sedan manages to make a bit of automotive history: It is the first car in the Ford North America lineup to offer the new 2.0-liter EcoBoost™ engine. Beyond that, the new Taurus also tou...more
Vehicle Electrification: 5 Technologies to Watch Article Date: Wed, April 13, 2011 The electric car is alive and well, and Ford has big plans for its future and that of electrification advancement. Just ask Chuck Gray, the Ford Chief Engineer of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles. He shared his insight at the SAE 2011 World Congress (April 12-14) on the top five technologies from Ford,...more

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