U.S. Department of Defense Gives Ford Freedom Award
Jun 2, 2011
Ford Motor Company is being honored with the 2011 Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award. Sponsored by the National Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), the Freedom Award is the highest honor bestowed upon America's employers who provide exceptional support to their employees ser ... Continue reading
Robots Will Keep Ford's Manufacturing Accurate and Quiet
Jun 2, 2011
Ford plans to invest $100 million globally in robotic plant laser inspection technology to help make parts fit more accurately and reduce wind noise --a top industry quality issue -- beginning with the highly acclaimed 2012 Ford Focus and Ford Explorer Chicago Assembly Plant, Michigan Assembly Plant and the Saarlouis, ... Continue reading
Jun 2, 2011
As Ford's fuel-efficient vehicles gain momentum in California, company researchers are showcasing what could be next intelligent vehicles that wirelessly talk to each other to reduce crashes and the billions of gallons of gas wasted in congestion each year. Today, Ford convened a panel of auto industry, transportation ... Continue reading
Fiesta and Focus, Ford's New Fuel-Efficient Cars Are in Strong Demand
Jun 1, 2011
Strong demand for Ford's new fuel-efficient vehicles and powertrains continued in May Ford's all-new Fiesta and Focus combined for 29,423 sales Ford's biggest small car month since May 2008 Explorer posts highest sales in 47 months; total sales up 135 percent; retail sales quadruple from year ago Fusion and Escape cont ... Continue reading
Ford Of Britain 100: Image Of The Week - 22/52
Jun 1, 2011
To celebrate the centenary of Ford of Britain in 2011 the company is exploring its photo archive to reveal rarely seen images. ... Continue reading
New Ford Focus Smart Driver Assistance Technologies Make Driving Easier
Jun 1, 2011
A substantial technology investment for the all-new Focus brings a new level of smart driver assistance features to Ford's small car range, offering customers an exciting array of advanced technologies generally found only in larger and more expensive vehicles. ... Continue reading
Ford Unveils All-New Focus For Australia
Jun 1, 2011
Ford Australia today announced the full line-up and specifications for the all-new Ford Focus, showcasing its dynamic exterior and interior designs, innovative and affordable technologies, fun-to-drive and fuel efficient performance, and comprehensive safety package. ... Continue reading
The Latest and the Greatest for Cars at HyperWorks Technology Conference
May 29, 2011
John Viera, director of sustainability for Ford Motor Company, and Kent Day, engineering team technical director for Richard Childress Racing (RCR) amoung others, will talk about the latest and greatest auto innovations in environmental and advanced design at the 2011 Americas HyperWorks Technology Conference (HTC2011) ... Continue reading
Location, Location, Location: Ford Identifies Optimal Location for Electric Vehicle Charge Ports
May 27, 2011
DEARBORN, Mich., May 27, 2011 -- Ford engineers researched several locations for the Focus Electric and C-MAX Energi charge ports to ensure the port was in the best possible place for customer use The team used market research studies to identify consumer expectations about how owners would charge the vehicle The front ... Continue reading
May 27, 2011
DEARBORN, Mich., May 27, 2011 -- Keeping tires at the recommended pressure can reduce the average amount of fuel used by 3 to 4 percent Temperature can change tire pressure by an average of 1 psi for every change of 10 degrees ââ¬â colder or warmer Don't rely on the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) wa ... Continue reading
Ford Marks UK Centenary With 100 New University Scholarships
May 27, 2011
William Clay Ford Jr., executive chairman of Ford Motor Company, today announced a major new £1 million UK university scholarship programme in technical and innovation fields to mark 100 years of Ford's commitment to the UK. ... Continue reading
New Crash Tests from IIHS: Small Cars Improve and Top Performers also are Fuel Sippers
May 26, 2011
Six of 13 small cars recently evaluated by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety earn the TOP SAFETY PICK award, and none earn a poor rating in any of 4 tests. This is a turnaround from a few years ago when small cars struggled to earn top safety ratings. The new tests include hybrids and gasoline-only models that ... Continue reading
Ford to Host 2011 Investor Day
May 26, 2011
DEARBORN, Mich., May 26, 2011 -- On Tuesday, June 7, 2011 Ford Motor Company will hold its Investor Day in New York. The briefing will be held from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. EDT for members of the investment community. The event will include presentations along with question and answer sessions. Senior management in attendance ... Continue reading
Ford Provides $50,000 to Help Missouri Tornado Victims, and Ford Employees Step In
May 26, 2011
DEARBORN, Mich., May 26, 2011 -- Ford Motor Company Fund is contributing an additional $50,000 to Feeding America in support of tornado victims in Joplin, Mo. The Fund donated $50,000 to this organization earlier this month for disaster relief in southern states hit by tornadoes and floods Employees from the Ford Kansa ... Continue reading
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