Ford has secured two patents for specific parts of SmartGauge with EcoGuide, a unique instrument cluster that coaches drivers to maximize fuel efficiency One patent is for EcoGuide, the display of leaves and vines that reacts to short-term driving habits and coaches drivers on how to achieve their best fuel economy The other patent covers … Read more
Truck App software application makes hooking up a trailer and going off-road easy and safe Menu items featured on a 4×2-inch screen System is exclusive to Ford trucks DEARBORN, Mich., March 10, 2011 An all-new Truck App in Ford F-Series features an industry-first in truck technology a software application for safe and easy towing and … Read more
Whether youre unplugging electronics when not in use, using canvas bags instead of plastic or collecting rain water, Ford wants to know what changes consumers are making to better the environment. Its all part of Fords new Take Charge contest on its Electrified Vehicle Facebook page, which runs through mid-April.Click here to download related images. … Read more
Ford offers a more comprehensive alternative-fuel solution to commercial customers than any other manufacturer By 2012, half of Ford vehicles will be capable of running on alternative fuels By 2020, Ford is targeting a 30 percent reduction in CO2 emissions from Ford vehicles in the U.S. and Europe INDIANAPOLIS, March 7, 2011 Ford Motor Companys … Read more
Ford readies for the launch of its all-new Police Interceptors the largest fleet launch in the companys history with an action-packed new web series that puts Fords purpose-built Interceptors up against the competition Four experienced law enforcement officers from the United States and Canada put the all-new Ford Police Interceptors and the competition through a … Read more
Ford Focus Electric Click here to download related images. Fords use of an advanced active liquid-cooling and heating system to regulate the temperature of its lithium-ion battery packs in Focus Electric will provide customers in cold and snowy climates an advantage over the competition The liquid-heated battery operates under a range of ambient temperatures, providing … Read more
Ford Motor Company offers at least 12 vehicles that lead their sales segments in fuel economy including four vehicles with EPA-certified 40 mpg or higher fuel economy ratings a claim no other full-line automaker can match Fuel-saving EcoBoost engines arrive later this year for Ford Edge and Explorer; fuel-efficient Ford cars, utilities and trucks already … Read more
The all-new Ford Focus is certified by the EPA at 40 mpg highway with a six-speed automatic transmission, which is overwhelmingly preferred by American drivers Ford Motor Company now has four nameplates with an EPA-certified rating of 40 mpg or higher, more than any other full-line manufacturer The outstanding fuel economy of the Ford Focus … Read more
New Focus suppliers are adding 5,500 jobs around the world to produce next generation of Fords global car Next-generation Ford Focus has 80 percent parts commonality and uses 75 percent of the same supply base globally Ford is working more closely than ever with global suppliers, improving quality and lowering costs Ford Focus Suppliers Add … Read more
Two Ford utility vehicles are among Kelley Blue Books kbb.com 2011 Top 10 Family Cars, which recognizes safety, comfort, economy of operation, child-friendliness, a reasonable purchase price and good resale value. The 2011 Ford Explorer, called the “best Explorer ever” by kbb.com editors, was praised for offering “better ride, better handling and better fuel efficiency” … Read more