News By Topic: Ford

New Ford Fiesta Wins International Design Award

Mar 20, 2009

"The all-new Fiesta is one of the most stylish cars in the world." That is the verdict of 28 leading designers and design experts from 19 countries who have awarded the eye-catching Ford model a prestigious 'red dot' award for international product design. ... Continue reading

Ford Looks Forward to 45th Anniversary of Mustang, Takes Nostalgic Look Back at American Icon

Mar 18, 2009

- On April 17, 2009, Ford will commemorate the 45th anniversary of the Ford Mustang, an American icon, with a four-day celebration in Birmingham, Alabama - Ford will take a nostalgic look back at five historic generations of Mustang during the next four weeks leading up to the 45th anniversary, starting with the early ... Continue reading

Recession-Proof Fiesta Offers Hope for the Industry

Mar 17, 2009

With new car registrations down by 21.9% in February, unemployment in the car industry at an all-time high, and the public having to tighten their belts during the recession, these are not good times for the motoring industry. ... Continue reading

Recession-Proof Fiesta Offers Hope for the Industry

Mar 17, 2009

With new car registrations down by 21.9% in February, unemployment in the car industry at an all-time high, and the public having to tighten their belts during the recession, these are not good times for the motoring industry. ... Continue reading

Ford of Europe Realigns Production and Future Sourcing Needs in Response to Economic Crisis

Mar 16, 2009

Ford of Europe today confirmed that, due to the unprecedented decline in the European new car market and the continuing negative economic outlook, it is taking further decisive actions to bring its production capacity in line with significantly decreased industry demand. ... Continue reading

22 Cars for Teen Drivers From MSN

Mar 13, 2009

Washington DC March 13, 2009; The AIADA newsletter reported that when buying a vehicle, safety and reliability are important considerations. Teens and their parents should looks for cars with advanced safety features and good crash-test results. Large pickups and SUVs are not recommended for young, inexperienced driver ... Continue reading

European Customer Demand for New Ford Fiesta Stays High, Boosting February Market Share

Mar 12, 2009

- Fiesta was best-selling Ford car year-to-date across Europe's main 19 markets - Ford increased February market share for the main 19 markets by 0.8 percentage points to 8.5 percent vs. the same month in 2008 - Ford has consolidated its position as Europe's second best-selling brand COLOGNE, Germany, March 12 -- The n ... Continue reading

Ford Builds on Electric Power Steering Technology to Enhance Drive Quality, Enable More Features

Mar 12, 2009

DEARBORN, Mich., March 12 -- Ford Motor Company is taking full advantage of the fuel economy, performance and reliability benefits associated with Electric Power Steering (EPS) on a variety of Ford, Lincoln and Mercury products, but the company isn't stopping there. Customers already behind the wheel of the Ford Escape ... Continue reading

New Fiesta Boosts Ford Of Europe Market Share

Mar 12, 2009

Ford of Europe increased its market share in February across the company's 19 main markets (Euro 19) by 0.8 percentage points to 8.5 per cent versus the same month last year. ... Continue reading

Mountune Offers More Power For Ford Fiesta

Mar 12, 2009

Performance upgrades for the latest Ford Fiesta 1.6-litre petrol-engined models have been developed by Mountune Performance and are offered through selected Ford dealers. ... Continue reading

New Straight-Talking Safety Ads Debut for Award-Winning 2009 Ford F-150 Pickup

Mar 11, 2009

- New ads tout 2009 Ford F-150 - part of the country's best-selling line of trucks for 32 straight years - as America's Safest Truck - Nielsen IAG calls the current Ford F-150 ad campaign "the most appealing full-size pickup truck advertising" - Research shows increase in purchase consideration of Ford F-150 tied to de ... Continue reading

Mayor Hands Over New Ford Transit Minibuses For 'Ring & Ride' in Wolverhampton

Mar 11, 2009

The Mayor of Wolverhamtpon, Cllr Christine Mills, unveiled seven newly converted Ford Transit minibuses this week for the West Midlands 'Ring & Ride' service. ... Continue reading

Ford Says Modified UAW Agreement Brings Parity With Transplant Labor

Mar 11, 2009

Ford says UAW concessions bring wages and benefits in line with overseas transplants DETROIT March 11, 2009; Kimberly S. Johnson writing for the AP reported that Ford Motor Co. says recent modifications to its contract with the United Auto Workers union help the company achieve parity with wages paid in the United Stat ... Continue reading

Ford Builds 100,000th Hybrid SUV in USA

Mar 11, 2009

CLAYCOMO, Mo., March 10, 2009 – Ford Motor Company today celebrated the production of its 100,000th hybrid SUV and reinforced its commitment to ramping up production of hybrid vehicles this year. Ford launched the Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner hybrids five years ago and the vehicles remain the most fuel-efficien ... Continue reading

Ford Celebrates Green Milestone as 100,000th Hybrid SUV Rolls Off Line at Kansas City Plant

Mar 10, 2009

- Ford's 100,000th hybrid SUV rolls off the line today at the Kansas City Assembly Plant - The Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner hybrids - the world's first hybrid SUVs - continue to be the most fuel-efficient hybrid SUVs on the planet at 34 mpg city driving - Ford is doubling its production of hybrid vehicles this year ... Continue reading