The hits just keep on coming. On Monday, November 23, four more “One More Reason” advertisements will be on the air. Once again, you get a preview of the spots. These videos are of people sharing their thoughts and opinions about new Ford cars, crossovers and SUVs. The comments are as real as the people who [...]
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The Ford Story
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Drive One: Take Four
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Thank You Ford For Saving My Life
18 Nov 2009 | 4:56 amI am here today because 5 years ago, I was driving my 1993 Ford Ranger XL. Thats a midsize truck, but not midsize in saving my life. I have not ever written about this before, but I thought Ford (and all its engineers) would benefit in knowing that they have been instrumental in saving my life. The -
Ford Fusion Named 2010 Motor Trend Magazine’s Car of the Year!
17 Nov 2009 | 12:17 pmThe latest in accolades for the 2010 Fusion -
Dyno Day For Ford Focus Enthusiasts At FSWerks
17 Nov 2009 | 7:53 amThe Ford Focus community of owners is really strong, and the enthusiasts who modify their cars have an even stronger bond. This video talks about that community, what they do with the cars and a bit about Dyno Day at FSWerks in Southern California. Dyno Day is a get together where people share ideas -
Ford Escort Wagon Electric/ And Or Gas Driven
17 Nov 2009 | 7:52 amI have taken the rear axle out of my Ford Escort and installed a escort front wheel drive transaxle in the rear. I have installed an electric motor to it. mounted batteries in the back seat. I have also hooked the manual gearshift up to where the emergency was. I can drive the car 35 mile on batte
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Ford Motor Company
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Who’s Your Fave?
19 Nov 2009 | 9:15 amOn the eve of the Los Angeles Auto Show, Ford will celebrate all things Fiesta Movement-related – the agents, social media and, of course, the Ford Fiesta – during an awards celebration at the Palladium in West Hollywood. Among the awards categories will be a viewer’s favorite, with fans and consumers having the opportunity to select their favorite Fiesta agent. Fans can visit www.fiestamovement.com to cast their vote now, and can vote once daily; voting closes Dec. 1. The Fiesta Movement Awards Celebration, which takes place Dec. 1, will provide attendees with a sneak peak of the new… -
And the Winner of the 2010 Motor Trend Car of the Year is…
18 Nov 2009 | 5:42 amNo surprise here! The Ford Fusion – America’s most fuel-efficient midsize sedan – today was named MOTOR TREND’s 2010 Car of the Year®. The award comes hot on the heels of Fusion setting record-breaking sales for 2009. The prestigious award from MOTOR TREND comes at a time when Fusion sales are already at an all-time high, further positioning the vehicle as a formidable contender in the competitive midsize sedan market. To win the coveted Car of the Year award, Fusion outperformed the competition – including the BMW 7 Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class sedan – in six new categories:… -
What Younger Car Buyers Are Purchasing Now
17 Nov 2009 | 1:23 pmIt’s no wonder that the single biggest demographic for energy drinks also goes for Ford’s EcoBoost™ engine technology. EcoBoost is driving younger, more affluent customers to Ford showrooms. And many of these buyers are hot to trade in their competitive-make vehicles to get their hands on one equipped with the fuel-efficient direct-injection turbocharged EcoBoost engine. SHO-ing off Living proof is the all-new Ford Taurus SHO, with EcoBoost as standard. The average SHO buyer is 54 years old – 10-plus years younger than the base-model Taurus customer – and second youngest in its… -
How to Achieve a Work/Wildlife Balance
17 Nov 2009 | 1:21 pmFlora and fauna are thriving at the doorstep of the automotive industry thanks to the efforts of Ford Land and Ford Motor Company employees. Ford Land, which manages Ford Motor Company properties worldwide, has received 2009 Wildlife Habitat Certification for the Arjay Miller Michigan Arboretum at the Henry Ford II World Center campus and Research & Engineering Center campus, both in Dearborn. The Wildlife Habitat Council’s Corporate Wildlife Habitat Certification/International Accreditation Program recognizes commendable wildlife habitat management and environmental education programs… -
Guess Who Has the Wind at Their Backs Now
16 Nov 2009 | 6:00 amDid you know: Today’s typical wind turbine stands as tall as a 20-story building and has three blades that span 200 feet across. The largest wind machines in the world have blades longer than a football field. On November 16, two gigantic wind turbines, each with a height of 150 metres, spun into action producing ‘green’ electricity for the Genk plant in Belgium. Installed by local energy company, Electrabel, each unit has an output of two megawatts of power, enough to power 2,500 private homes. The wind turbines will deliver a significant part of the electrical power needed in…
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NYT: Ford Motor Company
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For Rear-Seat Passengers, Ford Puts Air Bags in Belts
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Chrysler, Lagging Rivals, to Unveil Recovery Plan
3 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pmThe industry’s annualized selling rate climbed in October, and G.M. and Ford reported sales increases. -
2010 to Come in Plain and Fancy Versions
2 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pmMost carmakers are opting to say “two thousand ten” or are simply superimposing the year on the screen. -
Ford Posts an Unexpected Profit of $997 Million
2 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pmThe Ford Motor Company had its first profitable quarter in North America in over four years and said that, at least for now, it had stopped rapidly burning through its cash reserves. -
Ford’s Plan to Cut Costs Falls Short in Union Vote
31 Oct 2009 | 9:00 pmChanges to the workers’ contract that would have allowed cuts appeared headed for certain defeat.
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Ford Quality
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Three Times the Charm
28 Oct 2009 | 12:17 pmEditors at Popular Mechanics today announced the winners of the magazine’s 2010 Automotive Excellence Awards, and Ford Motor Company set a precedent, winning more categories in a single year than any other automaker in the history of the awards. The Popular Mechanics Automotive Excellence Awards recognize the best in automotive design, execution and technology for 2010 model year vehicles in 10 categories. Ford’s Mustang Shelby GT500 won the award in the Performance category, Transit Connect took top honors in the Workhorse category and F-150 SVT Raptor earned the award in the Off-Road… -
Ford Quality and Productivity Leader Mike Hardie Hosts a Live Chat
28 Oct 2009 | 7:49 amMike Hardie has responsibility for what may be one of the most challenging aspects building vehicles: Quality. Specifically, he develops the quality plan to drive quality processes and discipline throughout the design and production of Ford vehicles. Join the live chat here on Friday, October 30, at 11:30 a.m. EST to see what Hardie has to say about quality, and what the team is doing to protect and improve quality at Ford. Live Chat with Mike Hardie, Ford’s Director of Quality & Product Planning During his career at Ford, Mike has held many positions in problem solving,… -
Seeing Sounds – No Flashback Required
23 Oct 2009 | 1:58 pmThe claim of “seeing sound” used to be reserved for the likes of Dr. Timothy Leary and other advocates of psychedelic recreation, but neuroscientists have since determined that mixed-up sensory perception is both real and natural. Now, seeing sound has a practical application as well. Ford is using a new technology that allows engineers to actually see unwanted sounds and eliminate them during vehicle development to ensure new vehicles have the quietest interior cabins. Ford is the first automaker in North America to use the new “Noise Vision” tool, which is part of Ford’s drive to… -
Hosting Webisodes is a Dirty Job and We’ve Got Just the Guy to Do It
8 Oct 2009 | 11:14 amIsn’t webisode one of those nonsensical words – like staycation and frenemy – that you wish would just go away? You might say it’s cringe-worthy, as if cringing were ever worth the trouble. One wonders what a no-nonsense guy like Mike Rowe, host of TV’s “Dirty Jobs,” would think of the word webisode. He’d probably run over it with the all-new 2011 Ford Super Duty. There’s no harm in dreaming, right? Starting today, Rowe is hosting a series of – you guessed it – webisodes detailing the development and testing of the new powertrain lineup of the all-new Super Duty – a… -
If Silence is Golden, Guess Who Has the Midas Touch?
6 Oct 2009 | 1:53 pmEver notice how some car interiors are quieter than others? You think to yourself “Wow, I can hear myself think.” Those moments are precious these days. No wonder it’s said that “silence is golden.” Achieving a quiet vehicle cabin doesn’t come about by accident – it requires sound science. Just ask the Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) engineers at Ford Motor Company. Ford is the first North American automaker to use a Virtual Vehicle Sound Simulator to deliver industry-leading quietness and refinement with minimal NVH. Listening virtually The new Virtual Vehicle Sound…
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Ford Safety
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How Inflation Can Work in Your Favor
5 Nov 2009 | 10:25 amRemember that Reese’s Cup TV commercial from the ‘70s in which Robby Benson of Ice Castles fame is walking down the street eating peanut butter from a jar and collides with Happy Days’ Donny Most who is eating a chocolate bar? That’s right: they get two great flavors in one bite. Imagine that concept applied to automotive crash protection technologies and you’ll get Ford Motor Company’s latest safety innovation – the world’s first automotive inflatable seat belts, which combine attributes of traditional seat belts and air bags to provide an added level of crash safety… -
Can You Sing a Song of Safety?
23 Oct 2009 | 2:00 pmThere are songs of love and hate. And there are songs of recklessness, too. So how about songs of safety? Kate Voegele, recording artist of the new hit song “99 Times,” is asking teens to write their own special songs that send a message about the importance of safe driving behavior. Vehicle crashes remain the No. 1 killer of teens in America, with teens accounting for three times as many fatal accidents as other drivers. The nationwide “Belt it Out” promotion begins Oct. 23rd at www.DrivingSkillsforLife.com where soloists or small bands can send songs that incorporate… -
Giving New Meaning to the Term ‘Safety Goggles’
20 Oct 2009 | 6:04 pmAs part of their research into the cause and effects of distracted driving, Ford Motor Company researchers are using high-tech goggles that measure the amount of time drivers take their eyes off the road to help validate in-vehicle technologies such as GPS navigation systems. The special “occlusion” goggles are used in testing at Ford’s Human Machine Interface Verification Laboratory – or “Distraction Lab.” Ford engineers and technologists use the data to accelerate the safer design of telematics systems that keep drivers connected and informed. How it works In occlusion studies,… -
What Did We Do Before GPS?
13 Oct 2009 | 8:16 amHave you heard about that California parolee who tried to rob a bank while wearing a GPS-enabled electronic tether? No joke. File under: stupid criminal tricks. Isn’t GPS great? And you thought it was only good for confirming that you are indeed quite lost and being stalked by vultures and wolves. It turns out that GPS may be good for something even more useful than tracking dumb criminals. A groundbreaking research project by Ford Motor Company and Auburn University shows that global positioning system (GPS) satellites that can “talk” to cars could help prevent serious accidents in the… -
Survey Says: Texting While Driving is No Laughing Matter
29 Sep 2009 | 6:38 amRemember that Ford commercial in which the narrator (a notably blunt TV star and stand-up comedian) recalls seeing someone in a car next to him on the highway driving with his knees while talking on the phone and eating a cheeseburger? He concludes that it isn’t just crazy out there on roads today, it’s “certifiably insane.” It turns out that most people agree with him. According to a new national survey released last week, the vast majority of U.S. drivers believes handheld texting while driving is very dangerous and should be banned nationwide. While texting is just one form of…
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Ford Technology
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What Younger Car Buyers Are Purchasing Now
17 Nov 2009 | 1:23 pmIt’s no wonder that the single biggest demographic for energy drinks also goes for Ford’s EcoBoost™ engine technology. EcoBoost is driving younger, more affluent customers to Ford showrooms. And many of these buyers are hot to trade in their competitive-make vehicles to get their hands on one equipped with the fuel-efficient direct-injection turbocharged EcoBoost engine. SHO-ing off Living proof is the all-new Ford Taurus SHO, with EcoBoost as standard. The average SHO buyer is 54 years old – 10-plus years younger than the base-model Taurus customer – and second youngest in its… -
Of Course It Won a ‘Best of What’s New’ Award – It Has Ultrasonic Sensors!
12 Nov 2009 | 12:17 pmRemember when parallel parking kept you awake at night? Then, along came Ford’s Active Park Assist technology that made it so easy you could almost parallel park in your sleep. Well, almost. Ford’s Active Park Assist technology won a 2009 “Best of What’s New” award today from Popular Science in the automotive category and will be featured in the publication’s December issue. This is the third straight year Ford has been honored by the world’s leading science and technology magazine. How it works Active Park Assist uses sensors on the front and rear of the vehicle to guide the… -
What Wows Techies Now?
10 Nov 2009 | 3:01 pmAsk typical techies what they’d expect to see at International CES (Consumer Electronics Show) and their top-of-mind response might be the latest and greatest in mobile electronics. If that’s the case, they’re thinking too small, and not just in terms of physical dimensions. That’s because “mobile electronics” has taken on a whole new meaning that makes Game Boys and iPhones look like kids’ stuff. Ford’s wide-ranging, customer-driven in-vehicle technology and features continue to gain recognition and awards from industry experts. Both Ford Work Solutions and SYNC – two… -
Now, That’s What You Call a Really Smart Car
10 Nov 2009 | 2:57 pmTechies aren’t easily duped – if a technology doesn’t deliver on its promise the failure is quickly detected and poseurs are eliminated from the playing field. So, being called “official” anything at International CES (Consumer Electronics Show®) might as well be called the Techie Seal of Approval. So, without further adieu, the official vehicle of the 2010 International CES to be held Jan. 7-10 in Las Vegas is the hot-selling 2010 Ford Taurus, the smartest full-size sedan in America. Moreover, Ford President and CEO Alan Mulally will deliver the opening keynote address at CES, the… -
Mapping the American Journey 2.0
29 Oct 2009 | 2:41 pmWho better to ask about the in-car technologies of tomorrow than the millennial generation, right? And what better time to ask than right now. Ford Motor Company and the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor are working together to discover the next frontier of in-car-communications. The two have joined forces to launch a project that gives students access to a Ford developmental operating system so these students can test and program new applications in search of the “what’s next” for in-car connectivity. The two-phase advanced research project called the “American Journey 2.0,” is…
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Ford and the Environment
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And the Winner of the 2010 Motor Trend Car of the Year is…
18 Nov 2009 | 5:42 amNo surprise here! The Ford Fusion – America’s most fuel-efficient midsize sedan – today was named MOTOR TREND’s 2010 Car of the Year®. The award comes hot on the heels of Fusion setting record-breaking sales for 2009. The prestigious award from MOTOR TREND comes at a time when Fusion sales are already at an all-time high, further positioning the vehicle as a formidable contender in the competitive midsize sedan market. To win the coveted Car of the Year award, Fusion outperformed the competition – including the BMW 7 Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class sedan – in six new categories:… -
How to Achieve a Work/Wildlife Balance
17 Nov 2009 | 1:21 pmFlora and fauna are thriving at the doorstep of the automotive industry thanks to the efforts of Ford Land and Ford Motor Company employees. Ford Land, which manages Ford Motor Company properties worldwide, has received 2009 Wildlife Habitat Certification for the Arjay Miller Michigan Arboretum at the Henry Ford II World Center campus and Research & Engineering Center campus, both in Dearborn. The Wildlife Habitat Council’s Corporate Wildlife Habitat Certification/International Accreditation Program recognizes commendable wildlife habitat management and environmental education programs… -
Guess Who Has the Wind at Their Backs Now
16 Nov 2009 | 6:00 amDid you know: Today’s typical wind turbine stands as tall as a 20-story building and has three blades that span 200 feet across. The largest wind machines in the world have blades longer than a football field. On November 16, two gigantic wind turbines, each with a height of 150 metres, spun into action producing ‘green’ electricity for the Genk plant in Belgium. Installed by local energy company, Electrabel, each unit has an output of two megawatts of power, enough to power 2,500 private homes. The wind turbines will deliver a significant part of the electrical power needed in… -
It Soars While Others Sink
12 Nov 2009 | 12:14 pmSoaring sales of the Ford Fusion have made 2009 already a record-breaking year for America’s most fuel-efficient midsize sedan. Sales for 2009 already have reached 151,137 units, eclipsing the previous Fusion full-year sales high of 149,552 in 2007. Importantly, Fusion sales are skyrocketing at a time when industry sales are the lowest they have been since the early ’80s. Welcome to the Top 10 In the first ten months of 2009, Fusion sales were 15 percent higher than a year ago. Also, Fusion has moved among America’s Top 10 selling vehicles and the No. 1 selling domestic car. The 2010… -
Another Way to Fit More Fiber into Your Day
11 Nov 2009 | 8:02 amFirst, Ford used soy in car seats. Now, it’s using wheat in plastic. It’s all part of a complete breakfast. Now, how about dessert – a steering wheel molded in dark chocolate and a crepe air bag filled with whipped cream? Willy Wonka would be proud. While we kid about edible car parts, it is true that Ford, working with academic researchers and one of its suppliers, is the first automaker to develop and use environmentally friendly wheat straw-reinforced plastic in a vehicle. (Ditto soy in seats.) The first application of the natural fiber-based plastic that contains 20 percent wheat…
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Ford Cars
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Who’s Your Fave?
19 Nov 2009 | 9:15 amOn the eve of the Los Angeles Auto Show, Ford will celebrate all things Fiesta Movement-related – the agents, social media and, of course, the Ford Fiesta – during an awards celebration at the Palladium in West Hollywood. Among the awards categories will be a viewer’s favorite, with fans and consumers having the opportunity to select their favorite Fiesta agent. Fans can visit www.fiestamovement.com to cast their vote now, and can vote once daily; voting closes Dec. 1. The Fiesta Movement Awards Celebration, which takes place Dec. 1, will provide attendees with a sneak peak of the new… -
And the Winner of the 2010 Motor Trend Car of the Year is…
18 Nov 2009 | 5:42 amNo surprise here! The Ford Fusion – America’s most fuel-efficient midsize sedan – today was named MOTOR TREND’s 2010 Car of the Year®. The award comes hot on the heels of Fusion setting record-breaking sales for 2009. The prestigious award from MOTOR TREND comes at a time when Fusion sales are already at an all-time high, further positioning the vehicle as a formidable contender in the competitive midsize sedan market. To win the coveted Car of the Year award, Fusion outperformed the competition – including the BMW 7 Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class sedan – in six new categories:… -
What Younger Car Buyers Are Purchasing Now
17 Nov 2009 | 1:23 pmIt’s no wonder that the single biggest demographic for energy drinks also goes for Ford’s EcoBoost™ engine technology. EcoBoost is driving younger, more affluent customers to Ford showrooms. And many of these buyers are hot to trade in their competitive-make vehicles to get their hands on one equipped with the fuel-efficient direct-injection turbocharged EcoBoost engine. SHO-ing off Living proof is the all-new Ford Taurus SHO, with EcoBoost as standard. The average SHO buyer is 54 years old – 10-plus years younger than the base-model Taurus customer – and second youngest in its… -
It Soars While Others Sink
12 Nov 2009 | 12:14 pmSoaring sales of the Ford Fusion have made 2009 already a record-breaking year for America’s most fuel-efficient midsize sedan. Sales for 2009 already have reached 151,137 units, eclipsing the previous Fusion full-year sales high of 149,552 in 2007. Importantly, Fusion sales are skyrocketing at a time when industry sales are the lowest they have been since the early ’80s. Welcome to the Top 10 In the first ten months of 2009, Fusion sales were 15 percent higher than a year ago. Also, Fusion has moved among America’s Top 10 selling vehicles and the No. 1 selling domestic car. The 2010… -
Now, That’s What You Call a Really Smart Car
10 Nov 2009 | 2:57 pmTechies aren’t easily duped – if a technology doesn’t deliver on its promise the failure is quickly detected and poseurs are eliminated from the playing field. So, being called “official” anything at International CES (Consumer Electronics Show®) might as well be called the Techie Seal of Approval. So, without further adieu, the official vehicle of the 2010 International CES to be held Jan. 7-10 in Las Vegas is the hot-selling 2010 Ford Taurus, the smartest full-size sedan in America. Moreover, Ford President and CEO Alan Mulally will deliver the opening keynote address at CES, the…
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The Ford Story
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Drive One: Take Four
18 Nov 2009 | 7:01 amThe hits just keep on coming. On Monday, November 23, four more “One More Reason” advertisements will be on the air. Once again, you get a preview of the spots. These videos are of people sharing their thoughts and opinions about new Ford cars, crossovers and SUVs. The comments are as real as the people who [...] -
Thank You Ford For Saving My Life
18 Nov 2009 | 4:56 amI am here today because 5 years ago, I was driving my 1993 Ford Ranger XL. Thats a midsize truck, but not midsize in saving my life. I have not ever written about this before, but I thought Ford (and all its engineers) would benefit in knowing that they have been instrumental in saving my life. The -
Ford Fusion Named 2010 Motor Trend Magazine’s Car of the Year!
17 Nov 2009 | 12:17 pmThe latest in accolades for the 2010 Fusion -
Dyno Day For Ford Focus Enthusiasts At FSWerks
17 Nov 2009 | 7:53 amThe Ford Focus community of owners is really strong, and the enthusiasts who modify their cars have an even stronger bond. This video talks about that community, what they do with the cars and a bit about Dyno Day at FSWerks in Southern California. Dyno Day is a get together where people share ideas -
Ford Escort Wagon Electric/ And Or Gas Driven
17 Nov 2009 | 7:52 amI have taken the rear axle out of my Ford Escort and installed a escort front wheel drive transaxle in the rear. I have installed an electric motor to it. mounted batteries in the back seat. I have also hooked the manual gearshift up to where the emergency was. I can drive the car 35 mile on batte
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Ford Fiesta
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Who’s Your Fave?
19 Nov 2009 | 9:15 amOn the eve of the Los Angeles Auto Show, Ford will celebrate all things Fiesta Movement-related – the agents, social media and, of course, the Ford Fiesta – during an awards celebration at the Palladium in West Hollywood. Among the awards categories will be a viewer’s favorite, with fans and consumers having the opportunity to select their favorite Fiesta agent. Fans can visit www.fiestamovement.com to cast their vote now, and can vote once daily; voting closes Dec. 1. The Fiesta Movement Awards Celebration, which takes place Dec. 1, will provide attendees with a sneak peak of the new… -
For These Social Media Mavens the Action Isn’t All Online
27 Oct 2009 | 9:47 amFiesta Movement agents have traveled more than 1 million miles, and they surpassed that mark as they were completing their adventure-themed missions for September. These missions weren’t easy, but they were definitely fun and unusual. Agents tried their hand at racing at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, went sailing in Chicago with Outside Magazine and even experienced what zero gravity feels like. As part of the Fiesta Movement social media initiative, 100 young trendsetters are test driving and living with a European-spec Ford Fiesta for six months, traveling as agents on special missions. They… -
Everyone Who Is Anyone Will Be There. Will You?
6 Oct 2009 | 1:58 pmLike, wow. We’re, you know, totally stoked about the Fiesta reveal at the L.A. Auto Show. Everything else is, like, bogus and grodie. I mean, duh! Ford’s rollout of its next generation of small cars will hit an important milestone when the new Fiesta is revealed in December at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The reveal of the North American-based Ford Fiesta will also mark the culmination of the first phase of the Fiesta Movement. Set to arrive in dealer showrooms next summer, the Fiesta already can claim more than 50,000 potential customers thanks to the Fiesta Movement. Fiesta Movement… -
You Know You’re Seeing a Paradigm Shift When…
5 Oct 2009 | 7:16 am…a product launch is more about the messenger than the message. Need proof? Consider Ford’s groundbreaking Fiesta Movement. More than nine months before the 2011 Ford Fiesta goes on sale in North America, the new small car can claim more than 50,000 potential customers, and 97 percent of them would be new to Ford. That’s because Ford took a nontraditional approach with the Fiesta Movement initiative. It’s using a fraction of a typical marketing and advertising budget and relying on social media to drive the buzz. This means huge dividends for the brand – Fiesta awareness is running… -
Chantel Lenard – a Live Chat About Ford’s New Small and Medium Vehicles
30 Sep 2009 | 7:25 amChantel Lenard has a hot job: she is the group marketing manager for Ford’s small and medium vehicles in the U.S. These two segments are seeing lots of activity from automakers, and Ford will soon offer 10 unique models created from the company’s all-new global C-Car platform, developed under its “One Ford” strategy. The rapid expansion of the company’s B- and C-sized line-up is an exciting and challenging opportunity for Lenard and her team. Join the chat below, scheduled for Friday, October 2, at 2:30 p.m. EDT to see ask her about these segments. Live Chat with Chantel Lenard,…
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Ford Mustang
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Do You Have an Avid Need for Speed?
12 Nov 2009 | 9:15 amFour passionate gamers who have burned rubber on the racetrack through their video game consoles brought their racing dreams to life at an actual speedway for the eighth installment of the Mustang ’10 Unleashed campaign. Ford called upon the gaming community and staged a tournament with the best Need for Speed™ players to determine who would face the ultimate challenge. As masters of the video game racing world, the winners played Need for Speed to hone their driving skills. The selected gamers competed against each other in the critically acclaimed Need for Speed SHIFT™, which includes… -
Dominating Drag Strips Across the Land
3 Nov 2009 | 12:50 pmSince its victorious introduction at the NHRA Winternationals in 1968, Ford’s Cobra Jet Mustang has created a legacy of power, performance and triumph. The 40th Anniversary 2008 Cobra Jet Mustang lived up to the legend of the original, duplicating the NHRA Winternationals victory in 2009 and dominating drag strips across the land. Today, Ford Racing unveiled the 2010 Cobra Jet Mustang at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show, which marks the continued evolution of the CJ as a factory-produced turnkey race car. In honor of the SEMA introduction, Ford Racing built and… -
Blue and Pink Have Never Looked Better Together
26 Oct 2009 | 5:00 pmFor two nights beginning on Monday, Oct. 26, Ford World Headquarters will glow pink to show support for breast cancer patients and survivors across the country. October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Ford Motor Company is a 15-year supporter of Susan G. Komen for the Cure® and has dedicated over $100 million to the cause to date through its Warriors in Pink program. Warriors in Pink Ford Warriors in Pink is a campaign designed to recognize the strength and courage it takes to deal with the everyday challenges of fighting breast cancer 365 days a year. The Warriors in Pink program… -
Real Men Wear Pink
6 Oct 2009 | 2:00 pmHey, guys. Isn’t it time you tied one on in support of good health? No, we’re not talking about a headache-inducing drinking cure. It’s about making a fashion statement for the women in your life, which you’ll feel better about in the morning. October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Many men have a woman in their lives who has been affected by breast cancer – a wife, mother, sister, daughter, aunt or friend – and 2,000 new cases of male breast cancer are diagnosed each year. Men can now demonstrate their support in the fight against breast cancer by wearing a… -
2010 FORD MUSTANG SCORES 5-STAR SAFETY RATINGS
19 May 2009 | 7:44 am2010 FORD MUSTANG COUPE EARNED THE U.S. GOVERNMENT’S TOP 5-STAR CRASH-TEST RATING The 2010 Ford Mustang coupe has earned the U.S. government’s top 5-star crash-test rating, adding to widespread acclaim for the new car’s unmistakable design and upgraded performance that builds on the formula that’s made it America’s favorite pony car for 45 years. Ford has more U.S. government 5-star-rated vehicles than any other brand and more Top Safety Pick ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety than any other automaker. Structurally Strong The new Mustang uses high strength steel…
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Ford Taurus
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What Younger Car Buyers Are Purchasing Now
17 Nov 2009 | 1:23 pmIt’s no wonder that the single biggest demographic for energy drinks also goes for Ford’s EcoBoost™ engine technology. EcoBoost is driving younger, more affluent customers to Ford showrooms. And many of these buyers are hot to trade in their competitive-make vehicles to get their hands on one equipped with the fuel-efficient direct-injection turbocharged EcoBoost engine. SHO-ing off Living proof is the all-new Ford Taurus SHO, with EcoBoost as standard. The average SHO buyer is 54 years old – 10-plus years younger than the base-model Taurus customer – and second youngest in its… -
Now, That’s What You Call a Really Smart Car
10 Nov 2009 | 2:57 pmTechies aren’t easily duped – if a technology doesn’t deliver on its promise the failure is quickly detected and poseurs are eliminated from the playing field. So, being called “official” anything at International CES (Consumer Electronics Show®) might as well be called the Techie Seal of Approval. So, without further adieu, the official vehicle of the 2010 International CES to be held Jan. 7-10 in Las Vegas is the hot-selling 2010 Ford Taurus, the smartest full-size sedan in America. Moreover, Ford President and CEO Alan Mulally will deliver the opening keynote address at CES, the… -
Steadfast Love or Latest Sexy Head-Turner?
30 Oct 2009 | 2:36 pmFord Motor Company used its head-turning 2010 Ford Taurus SHO in an attempt to break up Tonight Show host Conan O’Brien’s “marriage” on national television. The TV star’s long-running relationship with his 1992 Ford Taurus SHO was challenged when the all-new 2010 Taurus SHO made an appearance on the late-night comedy show on Oct. 29. A national audience saw firsthand whether O’Brien’s steadfast love for his Jewel green SHO could be tempted with this latest sexy head-turner from Ford. O’Brien’s second-generation ‘Super High Output’ Taurus has been the focus of the late… -
Funkmaster Flex Hosts a Chat Live From the SEMA Show
30 Oct 2009 | 8:37 amEven if you don’t know why, you probably have heard the name Funkmaster Flex. For more than a more than a decade Flex has been one of America’s top radio personalities, reaching more than 2 million listeners per week. He’s also an avid car enthusiast, customizing new vehicles and building vintage cars with special attention to style and performance. Most recently, Flex customized the all-new 2010 Ford Taurus SHO, which he will debut at the 2009 Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas. He has also developed his own car-customizing television programming. -
You Know You Be Lovin’ My Taurus Bling
30 Sep 2009 | 10:07 amAsk any fashionista, and she’ll tell you: Don’t even think about wearing those chandelier earrings with shorts and tennis shoes. No way. There are, after all, certain rules that apply to fashion and accessories. Ask Earl Lucas, exterior design manager for the 2010 Taurus, and he’ll tell you those same accessorizing rules apply even if you’re designing a sophisticated sedan. Just like a person, every car has a personality and an image to convey, says the former jewelry designer. The “accessories,” which in this case are the headlamps of the 2010 Ford Taurus,…
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Ford F150
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Bring On the Rough Stuff
3 Nov 2009 | 12:31 pmJust one year after Ford unveiled the 2010 F-150 SVT Raptor at the SEMA show, Ford today is announcing the long-anticipated power figures for the all-new 6.2-liter premium V-8 engine now available in this ultimate high-speed off-road performance truck. When this optional powertrain in the Raptor arrives in showrooms in early 2010, the 6.2-liter V-8 will produce 411 hp and 434 ft.-lb. of torque, making Raptor the most powerful half-ton pickup available. Customers will now have the choice of two V-8 engines in the Raptor, Ford’s proven 5.4-liter Triton V-8 or the new 6.2-liter V-8, which can… -
Three Times the Charm
28 Oct 2009 | 12:17 pmEditors at Popular Mechanics today announced the winners of the magazine’s 2010 Automotive Excellence Awards, and Ford Motor Company set a precedent, winning more categories in a single year than any other automaker in the history of the awards. The Popular Mechanics Automotive Excellence Awards recognize the best in automotive design, execution and technology for 2010 model year vehicles in 10 categories. Ford’s Mustang Shelby GT500 won the award in the Performance category, Transit Connect took top honors in the Workhorse category and F-150 SVT Raptor earned the award in the Off-Road… -
Chris Brewer: Chief Engineer Brings Engineering and Business Skills to Latest Ford Super Duty
19 Oct 2009 | 4:12 pmCustomers for years have turned to the Ford F-Series Super Duty as the right work truck for the most demanding work. In short, it’s the right tool for the job. Like the new 2011 F-Series Super Duty, Chris Brewer is the right choice as the vehicle’s chief engineer. His background includes degrees in engineering from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and business from The Wharton School (University of Pennsylvania), plus he’s a native of Texas – the epicenter of tough trucks. “Yeah, yeah, I sound like a Super Duty commercial,” Brewer said with a laugh. “But I really… -
Don’t Mess with (the truck of) Texas
19 Oct 2009 | 4:07 pmCowboy hats, chili cook-offs and Ford trucks – some things just never go out of style in the Lone Star state. The 2010 Ford F-150, powered by the all-new SVT Raptor, was named 2009 “Truck of Texas” by the Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA), the seventh consecutive time a Ford F-Series truck has won the award. Additionally, F-150 SVT Raptor was named best “Full-size Pickup Truck.” Ford trucks also took the “Truck Line of Texas,” a distinguished honor recognizing the best-in-class capability and durability of Ford’s lineup. Another top honor, “Outstanding Feature,” went… -
Hosting Webisodes is a Dirty Job and We’ve Got Just the Guy to Do It
8 Oct 2009 | 11:14 amIsn’t webisode one of those nonsensical words – like staycation and frenemy – that you wish would just go away? You might say it’s cringe-worthy, as if cringing were ever worth the trouble. One wonders what a no-nonsense guy like Mike Rowe, host of TV’s “Dirty Jobs,” would think of the word webisode. He’d probably run over it with the all-new 2011 Ford Super Duty. There’s no harm in dreaming, right? Starting today, Rowe is hosting a series of – you guessed it – webisodes detailing the development and testing of the new powertrain lineup of the all-new Super Duty – a…
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Engineer in Ford theft case may face more charges - Reuters
21 Nov 2009 | 12:40 pmEngineer in Ford theft case may face more chargesReutersWASHINGTON, Nov 21 (Reuters) - A Chinese engineer arrested on suspicion of stealing Ford Motor Co. (FN) trade secrets will likely face and more » -
Carl Edwards Claims Ford 300 Pole - HardcoreRaceFans.com
21 Nov 2009 | 11:50 amTSN.caCarl Edwards Claims Ford 300 PoleHardcoreRaceFans.comCarl Edwards circled the Homestead-Miami Speedway in 32.073 seconds during NASCAR Nationwide Series qualifying today to earn the pole for this evenings Ford Homestead: NASCAR Nationwide Qualifying Results - Edwards, Ford On Pole!PaddockTalkKevin Harvick wins Ford 200 truck race, owners' titleMiamiHerald.comCarl Edwards: Wins Nationwide Pole at HomesteadRotowireExaminer.com -TSN.ca -Sports Networkall 168 news articles » -
Rare trip to left column awaits Lions-Browns winner - Seattle Post Intelligencer
21 Nov 2009 | 11:42 amESPNRare trip to left column awaits Lions-Browns winnerSeattle Post Intelligencer(Sports Network) - Arriving this week at Ford Field? An opportunity for a measured degree of progress for the Detroit Lions. Such indicators have been in Browns-Lions: Greg's Game PreviewThe Orange and Brown Report (subscription)Furrey playing both ways for BrownsDetroit Free PressEx-Lions WR Furrey back home in Ohio, still headed for a fallThe Detroit NewsWILX-TV -MLive.com -Sidelion Report (blog)all 281 news articles » -
High-Tech Baby Sitters Get Drivers Off Phone - New York Times
21 Nov 2009 | 10:51 amNew York TimesHigh-Tech Baby Sitters Get Drivers Off PhoneNew York TimesKen Mayer, an engineer at Ford, in a simulator used to monitor drivers distracted by cellphones. By SAM GROBART Dede Haskins's cellphone has been her and more » -
NASCAR Predictions and Picks - Ford 400 Odds - VegasSports-Odds
21 Nov 2009 | 10:16 amMiamiHerald.comNASCAR Predictions and Picks - Ford 400 OddsVegasSports-OddsJimmie Johnson is set to clinch his record-setting fourth straight Sprint Cup Series championship in NASCAR predictions on Sunday in Ford 400 odds. NASCAR: Ford 400 Odds and PredictionsDoc's Sports ServiceNASCAR Ford 400 Fact SheetGaston GazetteNASCAR Sprint Cup Series: Ford 400 at Homestead - Race Line-UpAuto Racing DailyMiamiHerald.com -Bleacher Report -Yahoo! Sportsall 1,238 news articles »
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Chevy & Ford Small-Block And Big-Block Engine Books - Web Exclusive
21 Nov 2009 | 9:35 amBill Fisher and Bob Waar Complete guide for hot rodding all Chevy small-block engines?265 to 400 cubic inches. -
Ford's Super Duty gets new V-8 diesel with improved power, gas mileage
21 Nov 2009 | 1:26 amLast year, Ford's best-selling F-150 light-duty pickup came to market with a complete redesign, bringing lots of new features and innovations.Now it's the Super Duty's turn.Ford will begin rolling the redesigned heavy-duty pickup line into dealerships in January as a 2011 model, complete with a new 6.7-liter Power Stroke V-8 diesel-engine option. -
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Camaro is muscling in on top spot of Mustang
20 Nov 2009 | 3:22 pmThe new Chevrolet Camaro is fast approaching its longtime rival, the Ford Mustang, as Detroit's muscle car sales leader. -
2011 Mustang Information Leaked
20 Nov 2009 | 9:44 amEarlier reports from Ford execs affirm that the 2011 Ford Mustang and and all its juicy details will be officially made available at the LA Auto Show on December 4th.
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Classic Mustang Huge Attraction Of African Rally Race
17 Nov 2009 | 6:25 pmIan Duncan's 1967 Mustang is a crowd favorite in East African Safari Race. -
The Badge: 2011 Ford Police Interceptor On The Way
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Video: 2010 Ford Mustang In Need For Speed SHIFT
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SVTOA Gets New Logo, New Direction
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SEMA 2009 Video: Saleen Performance Vehicles Debuts 2010 S281
7 Nov 2009 | 11:03 amThe company movinf forward without Steve Saleen shows their creation.
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2010 Ford Mustang Unleashes Skateboarding Skills
21 Nov 2009 | 12:11 amThe ninth installment of "The '10 Unleashed" campaign has a 2010 Ford Mustang doing ollies, 360's and kickflips with professional skateboarders Pat Duffy and Jake Brown. This is not a joke folks as Ford tried to mimic both skateboarders moves with the 2010 Mustang using computer generated animation for some of the scenes while others are of the... -
Details Leak on upcoming 2011 Ford Mustang
19 Nov 2009 | 12:52 amIn December at the L.A. Auto Show Ford will announce the new powertrain details for the 2011 Ford Mustang. As of now all speculation and rumors point to the return of a 5.0-liter engine with 400 horsepower and a new 3.7-liter V-6 engine with around 300 horsepower. More details are now starting to leak out as we have learned through a recent... -
2010 Saleen S281 Mustang Photos and Specifications
18 Nov 2009 | 12:27 amThe 2010 Saleen S281 Mustang made it's official debut at the SEMA show early in November and while the company is not owned or operated by Steve Saleen anymore the new design from Saleen Performance Vehicles was well received from all who I talked to. "Our goal was to create the most visually enticing American sports car ever," said David Byron... -
Hurst Performance Series Mustang debuts at SEMA
16 Nov 2009 | 12:30 amEven though the SEMA show is yesterdays news we still have cars to write about and one that slipped by was the new limited edition Hurst Performance Series Mustang. Hurst Performance unveiled the Mustang at the show and I must say it was an amazing looking vehicle inside and out. The Mustangs exterior was painted white with black and gold Hurst... -
First Ford Mustang Sold to Public has $5.5 Million Price Tag
15 Nov 2009 | 12:28 amThe first Ford Mustang off the assembly line, a 1964 1/2 Mustang convertible (#100212) has been spotted for sale on Ebay with a price tag of $5.5 Million. You might remember this Mustang as I wrote a post about it back in February how it escaped a fire at the Classic Auto Museum in Wauconda, Illinois where it's housed. Mustang 212 as it's...
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21 Nov 2009 | 2:10 amStobart Ford driver Matthew Wilson says the Fiesta S2000 is on the pace with the frontrunning cars in the Rally of Scotland. After the Fiesta. -
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21 Nov 2009 | 2:10 amWilson: Ford would be a frontrunner ... It's been a tough day, with some especially rough sections in the last stage - Craigvinean - so to come through there without anything going wrong with the car is very good news." ... -
Ford Invests Big In Brazil - Philippines News On Queue
20 Nov 2009 | 11:59 amWhile Ford are making some headway in North America, their real Western Hemisphere focus is on the growth market of Brazil. Bloomberg reports that For. -
Salisbury News: Perhaps The Best Ford Commercial Ever
20 Nov 2009 | 6:05 amSalisbury's most reliable source for your local news? Either you love us or you hate us! This Blog is opinionated only. All photos on this Blog are the property of Salisbury News and cannot be copied, altered or used without written ...
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FS- Some SPI and universal parts
21 Nov 2009 | 12:32 pmItem Description: SPI tachless gauge cluster, 110,0366 mi. Non ABS/TCS model. from manual 2002 SE sedan. Location: Murray, Utah Asking Price: $15 + calculated shipping (negotiable, but reasonable offers please [:)]) Note that the lens has been a bit messed up by some abrasive chemical I used by accident when I was cleaning it. If you so desire, I can just leave out the lens, which is why I've also taken a pic of just the cluster. Just like my tach gauge cluster I put in (why I'm selling this) the lens is a bit messed up. It's only really noticeable when the sun is behind you or shining on the… -
Complete svt bumper
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Half Shaft Assemblies
21 Nov 2009 | 12:21 pmSo what seems to be the consensus on the top Half shaft assembly to get? 1. Best price from Ford is still >$200 2. From Autozone I think they only have Duralast for $60ea 3. Advance Auto has GSP for $70, and Fenco for $60 4. I even found some on Amazon A1 Cardone for $56 So, what do we like? -
WTB: ST170 Seats
21 Nov 2009 | 12:06 pmAnyone know where i can get my hands on some ST170 Seats? Im in Ireland btw. Any info is greatly appreciated. Dean -
Hope someone could use this...
21 Nov 2009 | 12:05 pmhttp://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/cto/1475235777.html This is the best deal I have seen in a while.
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Testing out Ford's New Drop Top in Kauai
18 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pmThis week I've been driving a 2010 Convertible Mustang here on the beautiful Hawaiian island of Kauai. Talk about a blast. Rain or sunshine, this pony has kept me moving along. Top down, the new 4.0L Convertible Mustang fairs better than many drop tops in regard to road noise. I was able to listen to all my favorite tunes without having to blast the sound levels. In all, I'm extremely impressed with this ride. Stay tuned for my full review when I return to the mainland next week. In the meantime, you can check out my review of the 2008 4.0L Mustang Convertible. Alright, time for some early… -
Does Your Mustang Need Winter Tread?
17 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pmHere in Southern California we can run summer tread all year long. Heck, out here winter is something people talk about, not something people truly experience. Of course, if you live in colder parts of the country (you know, places where it snows) you'll likely need to look into buying a set of winter tires. So where do you start? Check out my Guide to Buying Winter Tires for Your Mustang. Better to be safe than sorry. Related Popular Winter Tires For Your Mustang Does Your Mustang Need Winter Tread? originally appeared on About.com Mustangs on Wednesday, November 18th, 2009 at… -
Steve Saleen Launches SMS Superparts
15 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pmSteve Saleen and his company, SMS Supercars, recently launched a new product line at the 2009 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. Named SMS Superparts, this line consists of high-performance suspension and brake systems, aerodynamically efficient body parts, as well as smaller components. The highlight is a new SMS 296 Supercharger System. Saleen claims the system can boost horsepower by up to 45 percent in a variety of engine configurations. Speaking at the SEMA Show, Saleen said, "I see people fitting our SMS 296 Supercharger System to an existing Mustang or Challenger and coming to us for more. -
Mustang Dream Giveway
12 Nov 2009 | 6:23 pmI came across two amazing Shelby Mustangs while at the SEMA Show last week. One was a 1967 Shelby GT500 with a 428 cubic-inch engine. The other was a 2010 Shelby GT500 "Patriot Edition" Mustang. Both featured Wimbledon white exteriors with classic guardsman blue stripes. Turns out the cars are being given away as part of a Mustang Dream Giveaway Sweepstakes. Proceeds from the sweeps will go to help the Healing Heroes Network which helps provide treatment to injured veterans not covered by military insurance. To learn more about the sweepstakes, check out the official website. Photo ©… -
Gamers Take Mustang for Virtual Joy Ride
11 Nov 2009 | 6:56 pmFord's Mustang '10 Unleashed campaign got a bit more interesting this week. If you recall, this Ford contest gives folks the opportunity to live out their Mustang dreams. Well, four video gamers were recently selected to race the new 2010 Mustang in the video game "Need For Speed: Shift". Nothing big you say? Well, after taking the Mustang on a virtual joy ride, they were sent off to the Fast Lane Racing School where they learned how to race real Mustangs. How'd they do? Watch the video to see if it helped these guys out. Hey, it worked for Ford Racing Mustang Challenge Champion Andrew…
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2010 Ford Mustang Goes Skateboarding With Pat Duffy and Jake Brown
21 Nov 2009 | 1:20 amAs Ford continues to develop its '10 Unleashed campaign of semi-social-media, semi-pop-culture involvement for the 2010 Mustang, the videos keep coming, and once again, they're pretty interesting. More... -
2011 Mustang Information Leaked
20 Nov 2009 | 9:16 pmEarlier reports from Ford execs affirm that the 2011 Ford Mustang and and all its juicy details will be officially made available at the LA Auto Show on December 4th. More... -
Details Leak on upcoming 2011 Ford Mustang
19 Nov 2009 | 2:21 pmIn December at the L.A. Auto Show Ford will announce the new powertrain details for the 2011 Ford Mustang. More... -
Camaro is muscling in on top spot of Mustang
19 Nov 2009 | 9:21 amThe new Chevrolet Camaro is fast approaching its longtime rival, the Ford Mustang, as Detroit's muscle car sales leader. More... -
installing new seats in my 69 mustang
18 Nov 2009 | 7:59 amI have a chance to pick up some really nice front seats out of a 96 mustang and was wondering if they will work in my 69 fastback. do i just reuse the seat rails from my 69? also will the center console work? I have to replace the ones in my 69 and thought if I could make the ones from the 96 work it would be a cheap and comfy solution. thanks for any help. More...
