Jul 1, 2016
DEARBORN, Mich.âFord Motor Companyâs first-half total U.S. sales grew 5 percent with 1,353,048 vehicles sold â its best first-half performance since 2006. June sales were up 6 percent, with 240,109 vehicles sold. Ford truck performance remains the standout for the first half of the year. The company sold ... Continue reading
2016 Ford Explorer Platinum 4WD Review By John Heilig
Jul 1, 2016
THE AUTO PAGE By John HeiligSenior Editor Mid-Atlantic Bureau The Auto Channel MODEL: 2016 Ford Explorer Platinum 4WD ENGINE: 3.5-liter Ecotec V6 TRANSMISSION: 6-speed automatic with SelectShift HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 365 hp @ 5,500 rpm/350 lb.-ft. @ 3,500 rpm WHEELBASE: 112.8 in. LENGTH X WIDTH X HEIGHT: 198.3 x 78.9 x 71 ... Continue reading
Cars.com Releases List of 'Most American' Cars in Annual American-Made Index
Jun 28, 2016
CHICAGO, June 28, 2016 -- Cars.com has released its American-Made Index, an annual list ranking the most American cars. For the second consecutive year and sixth time overall, the Toyota Camry has topped the list. "After reaching an all-time low of just seven cars on the 2015 American-Made Index, this year's list is up ... Continue reading
NHTSA RECALLS: June 20-26, 2016: MB; Ford; VW; Maserati; Infiniti; RVs, Buses
Jun 27, 2016
NHTSA RECALLS: June 20-26, 2016: MB; Ford; VW; Maserati; Infiniti; RVs, Buses ... Continue reading
2017 Ford F-150 Instrument Cluster Features 10 Speed Trasnsmission Display
Jun 26, 2016
DEARBORN, Mich., June 2016 â You donât need to be a rocket enthusiast to experience Fordâs all-new launch countdown â or count-up, as the case may be. Ford, Americaâs truck leader, displays all 10 gears of its all-new 10-speed transmission for the 2017 F-150 right where the customer can easily ... Continue reading
Ford Transit Connect Wagon Versatile and Rugged
Jun 26, 2016
Detroit , Mich., June 2016; New Ford Transit Connect Wagon owner Devin Stovall is one of a growing number of entrepreneurs putting their passion to work in a side venture. Stovall â a husband and father of two from Lincoln Heights, California â recently won a customized 2016 Transit Connect Wagon as the rando ... Continue reading
Jun 26, 2016
* Kia is the new king. The revered 2016 JD Power Initial Quality Survey results were presented to the Automotive Press Association in Detroit this week with some surprising results. The annual survey measures the number of problems experienced by owners per 100 new vehicles within the first 90 days or service. For the ... Continue reading
Magazine Announces New Minivan Rankings
Jun 24, 2016
WASHINGTON, June 24, 2016 U.S. News & World Report, publisher of Best Cars for the Money and Best Cars for Families, today announced that the all-new 2017 Chrysler Pacifica debuted in the No. 1 position in the Best Minivans rankings. The Pacifica shares the No. 1 ranking with the 2016 Honda Odyssey, which has held the ... Continue reading
Ford Fireworks To Celebrate American Independence On The Detroit Riverfront
Jun 23, 2016
DETROIT - June 23, 2016: Ford Motor Company will celebrate American freedom with new activities and unique experiences for the people of Detroit and southeast Michigan during the annual Ford Fireworks on Monday, June 27, along the downtown riverfront. ... Continue reading
Oh MAMA - Topless in Wisconsin By Larry Nutson
Jun 8, 2016
FIND YOUR: Perfect New Convertible Match Topless in Wisconsin By Larry Nutson Senior Editor, Chicago Bureau Chief The Auto Channel (DSC_5551) Did that title get your attention? Well, this story is about cars. Convertible cars. Drop tops. Soft tops. Rag tops. ... Continue reading
Five Legendary Automobiles That Changed Car Making Forever
Jun 8, 2016
Cars have come a very long way since the first one was invented, and the advent of the automobile changed the world and our society forever. The way that people around the globe work, play, and travel would be wildly different if certain cars hadnât come along. While some vehicles are known for their style and spe ... Continue reading
NHTSA RECALL ROUNDUP : Week Of May 31 - June 6, 2016
Jun 6, 2016
Your vehicle MAY be involved in a safety recall and MAY create a safety risk for you or your passengers. If left unrepaired, a potential safety defect could lead to injury or even death. Safety defects must be repaired by a dealer at no cost to you. Why am I getting this email? You are receiving this message because yo ... Continue reading
American Muscle Car Crash Ratings - IIHS +VIDEO
Jun 3, 2016
Flexing muscleSports car ratings show range of performance Think "muscle car" performance, and images of speed and power are more likely to come to mind than crash tests and safety ratings. Because no one buys a sports car to drive in the slow lane, the best all-around occupant crash protection is crucial. IIHS recentl ... Continue reading
Roush Brand Celebrates 40th Anniversary at World’s Largest All-Ford Event
Jun 2, 2016
Plymouth Township, Mich. (PRWEB) May 31, 2016 ROUSH Performance will kick off the 40th anniversary of the Roush brand at the Carlisle Ford Nationals event June 3 - 5, in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. For the first time, ROUSH will be featured in the eventâs Building T with a special display of six ROUSH vehicles from th ... Continue reading
New 2015+ ROUSH F-150 Power Packs Boost Performance, Enhance Drivability
Jun 1, 2016
PLYMOUTH TOWNSHIP, MICH. (PRWEB) May 26, 2016; An increase in horsepower and torque is within reach for 2015-16 Ford F-150 owners, thanks to six new Level 1 and Level 2 Power Packs from ROUSH Performance. âFord F-150 owners can now crank up the power with ROUSH Performance Level 1 and Level 2 Power Packs, which ar ... Continue reading
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