Ford and Portland General Electric Team Up to Prepare Oregon for Electric Vehicles
Aug 24, 2010
PORTLAND, Ore., Aug. 24 -- -- Ford and PGE will work together to share information on charging needs and requirements to ensure the electrical grid can support the necessary demand for electric vehicles, as well as partner on consumer education outreach around electric vehicles. -- The partnership between Ford and PGE ... Continue reading
Two New Great European Luxo-diesels; Ford's Shelby Mustang GT in This Month's Letter From Europe
Aug 22, 2010
Letter from Europe Andrew Frankl European Bureau Chief The Auto Channel Hello and apologies for the delay in my newest Letter From Europe, but things have been rather hectic during the Summer. After my recent Maserati/Lambo/Ferrari extravaganza(see it here) it was time for a quick dash back to San Francisco and then ba ... Continue reading
2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302 Takes Center Stage at Annual Woodward Dream Cruise
Aug 21, 2010
DEARBORN, Mich., Aug. 18 -- -- New 2012 Mustang Boss 302 will make its Motor City debut as part of Ford display at the Woodward Dream Cruise. Mustang Alley also will honor the pony car's heritage with more than 500 Mustangs lining the street at the event, to be held Aug. 19-21 -- On Saturday, Mustang Garage will give v ... Continue reading
Ford Accelerates Electric Vehicle Battery Testing With Wireless Monitoring Systems
Aug 20, 2010
DEARBORN, Mich., Aug. 20 -- -- Ford is using two proprietary wireless monitoring methods to improve lithium-ion battery capability and durability by collecting real-time performance data and making software updates on its battery systems in the lab and on vehicles in the field -- Remote monitoring has significantly red ... Continue reading
Ford Mondeo Sport Offers "60"-Plate Buyers High Spec at Value Price
Aug 20, 2010
Ford's new Mondeo Sport special edition goes on sale next month, combining over £2,000 of extra options and elegant style on the road. ... Continue reading
Compare 25 Years of Ford Mustang 2011-1997
Aug 17, 2010
Compare: 2011 2010 Ford Mustang 2009-1997 Ford Mustang Auto Central; Production of the 1964.5 Ford Mustang began in Dearborn, Michigan on March 9, 1964 and the car was introduced to the public on April 17, 1964 at the New York World's Fair. It is Ford's third oldest nameplate currently in production next to the F-Serie ... Continue reading
Ford Edge Reaches 400,000 Sales Since Introduction, More Than Any Other Midsize Crossover
Aug 17, 2010
DEARBORN, Mich., Aug. 17 -- -- Ford Edge sales this weekend hit 400,000, more than any midsize crossover since its introduction in late 2006 -- The crossover segment is one of the most fiercely contested in the industry, expanding 220 percent since 2006 - and expected to grow another 20 percent this year -- The new 201 ... Continue reading
Aug 17, 2010
DEARBORN, Mich., Feb. 8 -- -- With 550 horsepower and 510 ft.-lb. of torque, Ford's Special Vehicle Team (SVT) delivers the new Shelby GT500® with a 10 horsepower increase; an all-new 5.4-liter all-aluminum engine is 102 pounds lighter than the previous cast-iron engine and uses Ford-patented plasma-coating technology ... Continue reading
More Ford Vans Set Keep Blue Oval Ahead
Aug 17, 2010
The Ford commercial vehicle range continues to develop and build its market-leading position. ... Continue reading
New Transit Tipper Makes Work Easier
Aug 17, 2010
The new Ford One Stop Shop Transit Tipper is the latest version of the UK's best-selling tipper. It has been the benchmark for the industry since its launch 12 years ago, evolving through user feedback and legislative requirements and setting new standards in design and safety while backed up by a comprehensive after-s ... Continue reading
Ford Announces Commercial Vehicle Price Benchmarks
Aug 17, 2010
White van man has never had value so good. In response to strong demand for Ford commercial vehicles from retail customers, the company has announced two new "Leader" models. They offer sub £12,000 and £10,000 Transit and Transit Connects respectively, specified to appeal to private van drivers wanting to buy the mar ... Continue reading
Aug 16, 2010
MONTEREY, Calif., Aug. 13 -- -- The Boss returns! Limited production 2012 Mustang Boss 302 set to become the quickest, best-handling straight-production Mustang ever offered by Ford, based on the world-class foundation provided by the 2011 Mustang GT -- Boss upgraded in nearly every vehicle system; engine output, brake ... Continue reading
New Ford Design Director Calls Australia Home
Aug 13, 2010
Christopher Svensson, Ford's recently appointed Director of Design, Asia Pacific and Africa, is developing the company's future styles from Melbourne, Australia. ... Continue reading
SRG Global Receives Top Honors From Ford Motor Company
Aug 12, 2010
Tier One supplier's Ripley Plant recognized for industry-leading, quality achievements RIPLEY, Tenn., Aug. 12 -- SRG Global Inc. (www.srgglobalinc.com), one of the world's leading providers of advanced high value coatings on plastics for the automotive, commercial trucking and household appliance industries, today anno ... Continue reading
Ford Powershift Availability Tripled
Aug 12, 2010
Ford's slick-shifting and efficient PowerShift transmission is now available on six different Ford models. ... Continue reading
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