Ford Supports Industry Repair Standard
Aug 29, 2008
Ford's 620-strong network of Authorised Repair Centres have signed up to the new motor industry Code of Practice for Service and Repair, launched today. Under the code, consumers have more rights than those required by law. It offers free consumer advice and conciliation service, and low cost, legally binding arbitrati ... Continue reading
Aug 28, 2008
The Volkswagen Group has taken its place among the world's top three automakers thanks to the Wolfsburg-based company’s outstanding delivery figures in the first half of 2008. Rival Ford had to settle for fourth position. ... Continue reading
Pony Emblem Gets New Look for 2010 Ford Mustang, Hints at More Chiseled Look of Upcoming Model
Aug 28, 2008
-- More-muscular, faster-looking Mustang pony emblem enhances grilles on new 2010 models -- New Mustang pony badge highlights attention to detail in design of new Mustang, which will be revealed later this year DEARBORN, Mich., Aug. 27 -- Curious about what the 2010 Ford Mustang looks like? Its new pony badge offers a ... Continue reading
Ford Organises Special Conference in Craiova For Automotive Industry Suppliers
Aug 27, 2008
Ford of Europe has invited 40 of Europe's top automotive industry suppliers to Romania on September 3. The suppliers will attend a meeting at the company's Craiova plant, during which Ford will brief them on the company's plans for transforming the plant into a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. ... Continue reading
2008 Moscow Motor Show: New Ford Models Shine
Aug 26, 2008
No fewer than three new production models from Ford Motor Company will make their Russian debuts at the Moscow International Automobile Salon, which opens today. The new models are the all-new Ford Fiesta, the Ford Focus RS and the Ford Escape. ... Continue reading
Ford Canada Names David Mondragon President and CEO
Aug 26, 2008
TORONTO Aug 25, 2008; Reuters reported that Ford Motor Co of Canada Ltd (F.N: Quote, Profile, Research, Stock Buzz) said on Monday it has appointed of David Mondragon as president and chief executive, effective September 1. ... Continue reading
Aug 25, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Aug 24, 2008; Hydrogen fuel cell cars from nine automakers completed a 13-day cross-country trip this weekend, in the first such mass U.S. crossing for vehicles powered by a zero-emission technology still in its infancy. As firsts go, the event, which ran from Portland, Maine, to to the Los Angeles Coliseu ... Continue reading
Masterlease Turns To Ford Authorised Repairers
Aug 22, 2008
Masterlease, one of the UK's leading contract-hire and leasing companies, has switched to Ford Authorised Repairers for the service and repair of its Ford vehicles. The company currently operates more than 7,700 Ford cars and light commercial vehicles and its fleet requires service and repair work worth more than £2.5 ... Continue reading
Ford's Commitment To Its UK Communities Confirmed
Aug 22, 2008
Around 200 different community groups a year benefit from the £200,000 distributed by the Ford Britain Trust. Set up in 1975, Ford Britain Trust supports charities, clubs, schools and other non-profit organisations near to the automotive market leader's locations at Warley, Dunton and Dagenham in Essex, at Bridgend in ... Continue reading
Ford of Europe Hold Market Share In a Weaker Industry
Aug 19, 2008
Ford of Europe's total sales in its main 51 markets rose by two per cent to 1,196,200 in the first seven months this year. Strong sales in Russia and the company's 30 Direct Markets helped to offset lower sales in some of the traditional 19 European markets. ... Continue reading
First New Generation Ford Fiesta Rolls Off Cologne Production Line - VIDEO ENHANCED
Aug 15, 2008
Developed in Europe for customers around the world Fiesta to be produced and sold in Europe, the Americas and Asia, and will go on sale progressively across these regions between now and 2010 Over 5.3 million Fiestas produced in Cologne since 1979 COLOGNE, August 15, 2008 â Volume production of the new Ford Fiesta ... Continue reading
Bond Movie Role for New Ford Ka
Aug 15, 2008
The highly-anticipated new James Bond adventure, 'Quantum of Solace', will feature a cameo appearance from Ford's fresh-faced new model, the all-new Ford Ka. ... Continue reading
2008 AUTOMOTIVE MANAGEMENT BRIEFING SEMINARS-DAY 4
Aug 15, 2008
Day Four â The Heavyweights Pontificate By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau This morningâs lineup of speakers was impressive: Mark Fields, Fordâs president of the Americas; Michael Stanton, president and CEO of the Association of International Automobile Manufacturers, Inc.; Tom LaSorda (not ... Continue reading
Carz4Girlz Review: 2008 KIA SPORTAGE, FORD ESCAPE HYBRID, HONDA CR-V
Aug 11, 2008
Carz4Girlz Review: 2008 KIA SPORTAGE, FORD ESCAPE HYBRID, HONDA CR-V MAKING A CASE TO YOUR PARENTS FOR AN SUV? HERE'S THREE FUN, USER-FRIENDLY & AFFORDABLE VEHICLES By Ilyse Gordon Owning an SUV isn't all about guzzling gas. That will be the first roadblock your parents will pull out if you're planning on going to batt ... Continue reading
Miss the 2008 British Motor Show? The Auto Channel Didn't...Experience it Here - EXTENSIVE VIDEO
Aug 9, 2008
Exclusive Press Pass Video Coverage As if you were in London as the UK's largest automotive exposition was happening, you can enjoy this great event with The Auto Channel's comprehensive video coverage. Click on the links below to learn about the vehicles and watch the videos. ... Continue reading
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