2012 Ford Focus and Other Ford Vehicles Become Training Tools for First Responders
Dec 9, 2010
2012 Ford Focus to help first responders train with their new vehicle rescue equipment Ford is developing new materials and improved structural designs to enhance occupant protection and is committed to educating first responders on new vehicle technologies to aid post-crash emergency rescues New Focus features a suite ... Continue reading
Stronger Retail Sales Help Ford Maintain Clear Market Leadership
Dec 7, 2010
Ford has strengthened its share of UK car retail sales in November while retaining clear market leadership both for the month and for the year to date. Ford's car retail share of 11.3 per cent in November was up 0.7 percentage points compared with November 2009. ... Continue reading
Dec 7, 2010
Honda CR-Z rated too low for Consumer Reports to Recommend Fuel Doctor FD-47 fuel saving device rated "Don't Buy: Performance Problem" The new Ford Fiesta and Mazda2 subcompacts posted "Very Good" ratings in Consumer Reports' ratings, are both fun to drive and deliver impressive fuel economy. The vehicles are part of a ... Continue reading
Sedan and Expanded Diesel Power Join Ford's Enhanced Fiesta Range
Dec 7, 2010
Ford's popular Fiesta is undergoing a variety of enhancements, giving it even more to boast about - including an expanded diesel power option, the introduction of sedan models and an all-new six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. ... Continue reading
Dec 6, 2010
Clarion-supplied, factory-installed Voice-Activated Navigation System, available in the Ford Fusion, ranks "Highest Satisfaction," according to J.D. Power and Associates 2010 Navigation Usage and Satisfaction Study. The Clarion navigation system in the Ford Flex ranks second, followed by the Ford Taurus and the Lincoln ... Continue reading
Ford to Complete Rear Camera Roll-Out on Nearly All Models
Dec 3, 2010
Ford Motor Company will continue its aggressive technology onslaught by completing the roll-out of its innovative Rear View Camera System that will be available on nearly all Ford and Lincoln models by the end of 2011. "Ford is making new innovations such as the Rear View Camera System available to a wide range of cust ... Continue reading
Dec 2, 2010
Ford Transit Connect Taxis ensure Beantown is green town Ford Transit Connect Taxis are launching in Boston and across New England as taxi fleet operators look for new alternatives to add passenger comfort and cargo capacity, while increasing fuel economy and maneuverability and lowering costs. Boston Cab Dispatch pick ... Continue reading
Ford's Chicago Assembly Plant Readies for New Explorer Production With Training, Renovations
Dec 1, 2010
Ford Explorer, the Chicago Assembly Plant underwent a complete renovation of its assembly line and accompanying machinery, added new tools, updated workstations and conducted comprehensive training for new and existing employees Ford invested nearly $400 million in its Chicago manufacturing facilities to launch product ... Continue reading
Ford November Sales Up 24 Percent; Gains Across Full Vehicle Portfolio - Cars, Utilities and Trucks
Dec 1, 2010
DEARBORN, Mich., Dec. 1, 2010 DEARBORN, Mich., Dec. 1, 2010 -- Ford, Lincoln and Mercury November sales totaled 147,338, up 24 percent versus year ago Fordââ¬â¢s year-to-date sales totaled 1.74 million, up 21 percent; Fordââ¬â¢s sales growth doubled the industry average Fordââ¬â¢s balan ... Continue reading
Dec 1, 2010
BOSTON, Dec. 1, 2010 BOSTON, Dec. 1, 2010 -- First Ford Transit Connect Taxi in the U.S. arrives in Boston Boston Cab Dispatch receives keys at New England International Auto Show The Transit Connect Taxi offers features designed specifically for the taxi industry, including an expanded second-row passenger space, a CN ... Continue reading
Ford Helps Drivers Get To Grips With Winter
Nov 30, 2010
Ford dealers are helping drivers across the UK avoid any slip-ups this winter, with the availability of the latest technology Pirelli winter tyres. ... Continue reading
Social Media Helps Shape Ford Business
Nov 30, 2010
TWITTER, Facebook and YouTube are changing the way Ford is doing business. ... Continue reading
Ford Questions Safety, Repair Costs of Aftermarket Copy Parts
Nov 29, 2010
DEARBORN, Mich., Nov. 29, 2010 -- Ford low-speed crash tests show that aftermarket copy structural parts absorb less crash energy than genuine Ford structural parts and can result in unintended airbag deployments Repair estimates show the use of one common aftermarket bumper beam can more than double the repair costs a ... Continue reading
ROUSH PERFORMANCE Relocates To New Headquarters
Nov 25, 2010
LIVONIA, November 25, 2010: For the first time in the history of ROUSH® Performance, the company will have its own dedicated headquarters as the company moves into a new building in Plymouth Township, Mich. This 65,000 square-foot facility will be known as Building 79 in company nomenclature; each ROUSH building is ... Continue reading
Top Euro NCAP Rating For New Ford C-Max Models
Nov 25, 2010
Ford C-MAX and Grand C-MAX models have been awarded the maximum 5 star safety ratings by the independent Euro NCAP organisation. ... Continue reading
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