Ford Captures Growth & Opportunity in China

Ford Captures Growth & Opportunity in China
<p>In addition to being appropriately named as some of the most stylish and technologically progressive cars in the region, New Ford cars are also becoming quite revered in China.</p>
<p>Ford's popularity amongst Chinese dealerships has been seen through a recent 24% spike in sales during the month of April. A total of 54,881 units were sold across the pacific with the 2012 Ford Focus?
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MyFord and AT&T Develop App. For Ford's EV Drivers

Did you hear the news? The new 2012 Ford FocusElectric will be hitting dealership lots like Future Ford on Concord, CA soon. Along with a plug-in electric 107kW magnet electric traction motor the new Ford car will include an estimated EPA fuel mileage of 110 city/ 99 hwy/ 105 combined .


Along with a number of local dealerships prepared to offer special deals on the gas-free vehicles, AT&T is preparing to offer a special service?

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662 Horse Power!!


The new GT500 is powered by a supercharged 6.8-liter V8 that Ford claims is the most powerful V8 production engine in the world, outgunning both the 638 hp Corvette ZR1 and upcoming SRT Viper with its measly 640 hp V10. It has a top speed of over 200 mph and, according to the TeamShelby.com report, can reach 60 mph in first gear.
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Spy Shots: Ford Engineers Spotted Testing Galaxy MPV Mule



The third-generation of the Ford Galaxy minivan together with its shorter and lower sibling, the S-Max, have been with us (or so to speak) since 2006 having received a mid-life makeover that introduced a new snout and turbocharged four-cylinder petrol mills at the end of 2009.


All the previous iterations of the Galaxy (the seven-seater S-Max is a new addition to the range) were offered in Europe for a period of six years or less before being replaced by a new model, which means that the time for Ford to present a successor is almost here.

This week, our spies…
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New Ford Transit Van Not US-Bound

The new Transit Connect vans from Ford won't be sold immediately in the US, but only in Europe. Don't expect to see newer Transit designs coming to Concord, CA via Future Ford of Concord, because it will not be sold in the US.

 

"2012 is a tremendously significant year for Ford as we begin the roll-out of a completely new range of commercial vehicles," said Stephen Odell, head of Ford of Europe. "Our…

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Military Vehicle Enlists Help of Ford Super Duty Engine

As the United States Army and Marine Corps look to find the next generation of combat vehicle to replace the outgoing Humvee, many military technology and armaments manufacturers have designed and developed a prototype Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) to go through testing for the armed forces. You might be surprised to learn that under one vehicle's bulletproof armor, a Ford engine powers the beastly automobile.

As part of a collaborative effort between BAE…

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Ford to debut 2013 Explorer Sport model in fall


On Wednesday, Ford unveiled the 2013 Explorer Sport model, distinguished by its 3.5-liter EcoBoost twin-turbocharged V6 engine that will generate 350 horsepower -- a 20% increase over the standard 3.5-liter V6 now available -- but still get decent fuel economy for that amount of power. The SUV with standard four-wheel drive will get a projected 16 m.p.g. in city driving and 22 m.p.g. on the highway.

"This is the most fuel-efficient, gas-powered, high-performance SUV you can get," ....
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Platinum Coming to Super Duty


The image of a pickup as a cold, utilitarian workhorse is long gone. Nowadays, creature comforts and amenities, not to mention a smooth ride and loads of power under the hood, have moved the pickup far from strict practicality. And even better, the 2013 Ford Super Duty? has entered the world of practical luxury.

If you are familiar with the F-150 Platinum (which has been around since 2009), then you probably expect the first-ever Super Duty Platinum to also be about the high end of things. Available in the Super Duty Crew Cab, the configuration can be ordered on an…
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Ford Unveils 'New' 1965 Mustang



It's now possible to build a brand new '64?, '65 or '66 Ford Mustang convertible from the wheels up using this latest Ford-approved and officially licensed body shell.

Unveiled today ahead of its public debut at next week's 2011 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show in Las Vegas, the new body shell joins previous 'restoration parts' versions for the 1967-68 and the 1969-70 fastback Mustang bodies.

The standard design is for the '65 Mustang convertible but the original '64? as well as the later '66 can be built depending on which powertrain and trim parts are added to…
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Ford Teams Up with NBC for Prime-Time TV Reality Show 'Escape Routes'


Ford is teaming up with NBC and eight-time Emmy Award-winning reality producer to create "Escape Routes," a prime-time reality TV show that will air on Saturday nights on NBC and mun2 beginning March 31.
 
"Escape Routes" is a new interactive reality series that will feature a cast of six teams of two participating in a unique road-trip competition with real-world challenges featuring the all-new Ford Escape.
 
"This is the first time an automaker has used prime-time television to launch a new vehicle and it is a great showcase for the all-new Escape," said Jim Farley, Ford group vice president for…
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