Ford eNews -- Aug. 29, 2012

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DEARBORN, MI--Aug. 29, 2012:

Explorer Sport to deliver class-leading fuel economy
Ford's new Explorer Sport will stand in a class of one when it goes on sale next month with an EPA-certified 22 mpg highway rating --the only seven-passenger, high-performance SUV on the market to do so. more...

Rocket ship superalloy aids new Ford Fusion turbo durability
Enthusiasts will say the all-new Ford Fusion equipped with the 2.0-liter EcoBoost^Ž turbo is a rocket ship. Engineers will tell you parts of its engine depend on technology from one. A modified superalloy used in the Space Shuttle main engine helps the performance and durability of Fusion's 2.0-liter turbocharged EcoBoost engine. more...

Fusion to offer a ffordable driver assist features
According to a new survey commissioned by Ford, most Americans would welcome some extra help when driving. Until now, it's only been possible to get many electronic driver assist features in cars costing $100,000-plus, but the all-new Ford Fusion changes that. Fusion is the first and only entry in the most popular midsize sedan segment to offer a full suite of driver assist technologies to help mitigate driving risks.

Ford Taurus and Explorer, Lincoln MKS earn top safety ratings
Three Ford Motor Company vehicles -- the 2013 Ford Taurus and Explorer and Lincoln MKS -- earned top safety ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. In NHTSA NCAP testing, these vehicles earned a five-star Overall Vehicle Score.

Ford launches Drive 4 UR Community program to benefit nonprofits
Ford Motor Company and its dealers have launched a new program called Drive 4 UR Community, which is designed to help raise much-needed funding for local community groups and nonprofit organizations.