Ford E-News - Sept. 30, 2009

DEARBORN, Mich., Sept. 30 -- Texas two-step: New Super Duty, Power Stroke diesel unveiled

All-new powertrains, led by the Ford-designed, Ford-engineered and Ford-built 6.7-liter Power StrokeŽ V-8 turbo-diesel engine, highlight the reveal of the 2011 Ford Super Duty. The new Power Stroke engine is the first diesel produced by Ford Motor Company in North America and will achieve significantly improved torque and horsepower while delivering class-leading fuel economy. An all-new V-8 gas engine and an all-new heavy-duty six-speed automatic TorqShift transmission also join the Super Duty lineup, which maintains its class-leading towing and payload capability. more...

  Anne Marie Gattari |  agattari@ford.com  |  313.323.7809

  Survey says:  Texting while driving 'very dangerous'

Remember that Ford commercial in which the narrator recalls seeing someone in a car next to him on the highway, driving with his knees, talking on the phone and eating a cheeseburger? He concludes that it isn't just crazy out there, it's certifiably insane. Turns out, most people agree. According to a new national survey just released last week, the vast majority of U.S. drivers believe hand-held texting while driving is very dangerous and should be banned nationwide. While texting is just one form of distraction, it has become the tipping point in a national debate over what constitutes a dangerous level of distraction behind the wheel. more...

  Wes Sherwood |  wsherwoo@ford.com  |  313.390.5660

  Ford's Service Delivery Network brings together best of the best

With the Service Delivery Network (SDN), it's no wonder customers of Ford's newest SYNC application, Traffic, Directions & Information (TDI), can access the very latest, real-time information. SDN brings together best-in-class service providers to enable Ford SYNC to ping six data centers for turn-by-turn driving directions, traffic reports, business searches and favorite news, sports and weather - in 30 to 45 seconds. Best of all, the information is seamless to the customer. more...

  Alan Hall |  ahall32@ford.com  |  313.594.3744

  New Taurus balances the 'bling' to project just the right image

There are certain rules when it comes to fashion and accessories. Fashionistas know that if you want to make a statement, you need to balance your bling. Car designers know it too, especially Earl Lucas, exterior design manager for the 2010 Ford Taurus. A former jewelry design major, Lucas says every car has a personality to convey, and the vehicle accessories - in this case, the headlamps - must be designed and detailed to project the proper image. The 2010 Taurus? It's a confident, well-balanced car, and that's why it comes with the jewelry to match. more...

  Marisa Bradley |  mbradl31@ford.com  |  313.845.3971

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