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One of the original Big Three and the grandfather of mass-produced cars, Ford has been in business since 1903, introducing new models and body styles, which sometimes flew and sometimes flopped. Famous Fords have been the Model A/T, the Thunderbird, and the Mustang. We take you into behind-the-scenes stories and reviews, written by some of the top automotive experts in the industry. The comments can get lively so be sure to join the fun, and pass along your favorite posts to your friends and social media buds.

  1. 2011 Ford Edge Review: Triple Engine Threat



    Most drivers view adverse weather with frustration, but a steady Tennessee downpour instead provided an opportunity for us to better examine the capabilities of the recently refreshed 2011 Ford Edge crossover that we had come to the Volunteer State to evaluate. Ford made sure we noted the differences from ...    Read more

  2. Best Buys expands Geek Squad with Ford Transit Connect, E-Series Vans



    Move over, Volkswagen. Well-known electronics and home entertainment retailer Best Buy recently purchased nearly 300 Ford Transit crossover vans and 738 E-Series commercial vans. These vehicles join the the company's Geek Squad fleet, which are well-known for its popular VW Beetle lineup. ...    Read more

  3. DUB Pricing cost under $3700 for 2011 Ford Mustang



    Ford has released pricing of its DUB Edition Mustang. The package will cost $3699, including a $100 shipping fee for a Mustang that's bound to become more of a boulevard cruiser than a backroad burner. Added onto the base price of a V-6 2011 Mustang coupe, that brings the base ...    Read more

  4. Has Ford Become a Status Brand?



    Ten years ago, few could have predicted the drastic and ominous developments that have happened in the auto industry. Detroit, as well as foreign automakers, were raking in the cash from profitable SUVs, as fuel prices were roughly half what they are today. Sure, there were clouds gathering on the ...    Read more

  5. 2011 Ford Fiesta a Top Safety Pick



    The private Insurance Institute for Highway Safety recently awarded its coveted Top Safety Pick award to the all-new Ford Fiesta compact. The Fiesta earned good ratings in the front, side, rear, and rollover tests, but also has stability control as standard equipment. So far, the Fiesta is the only "mini ...    Read more

  6. 2010 Ford Taurus worth $7,500 in Resale to 2009 Model



    According to Global Lifecycle Analytics Department (GLAD), resale value of the 2010 Ford Taurus actually surpassed the Toyota Avalon, its major competitor in full-sized sedans. “The 2009 Taurus was selling at a significant discount compared with the 2009 Toyota Avalon,” said Rose Peng, manager over at GLAD. “Now the 2010 ...    Read more

  7. Super rare Prototype Saleen GT Ford up for Sale



    The Ford GT is one of the most highly sought exotic sports car by collectors, especially if its from Saleen. Now a prototype of the Saleen Ford GT is on the block. Patterned after the original GT40 racer from the 1960s, Ford's modern GT ruled the roads (and our dreams) ...    Read more

  8. Bill Ford, Jr. draws First Salary after Five Years Without One



    Bill Ford, Jr., great-grandson of Henry Ford, founder of Ford Motor *** promised back in 2005 not to draw a salary until the company was profitable. Well, Mr. Ford will find himself $4.2 million richer the next time he checks his bank statement. Ford Motor recently reported a $2.7 ...    Read more

  9. Ford minimizes Alternator in Future Plug-in Non-Hybrid



    Well, this is interesting. Ford Motor Co. recently patented a system where automotive features such as the AC, radio, navigation systems, etc. are directly powered by a battery. Even more importantly, the alternator, which recharges the battery when its stored power is too low, is used as a backup. Instead, ...    Read more

  10. 2011 Ford Explorer: Built Green



    Ford wants buyers to know that not only is the all-new 2011 Ford Explorer one of the most fuel-efficient vehicles in its segment, it's also built environmentally-friendly as well. Seats, bolsters, and carpets are covered in fabrics comprised of 25-percent recycled fibers. This reduces energy consumption by 20 ...    Read more

  11. Ford Transit Connect to replace E-Series Van



    In our final post on Ford, here are the automaker's plans for model year 2011 for its truck and van fleets: E-Series Van: The E-Series is slated to be killed sometime within the next few years. Timing isn't set in stone, but after it disappears, expect Ford's next-generation Transit Connect ...    Read more

  12. Ford aims to make Crossovers, SUVs more Fuel-Efficient



    Earlier we reported on Ford's sedan lineup for 2011. Up next: Ford's crossovers and SUVs.Edge: Although Ford bills the 2011 Edge as a refresh, its revised exterior, interior, and powertrain lineup indicate more than that. The 2011 Edge, along with its Lincoln MKX cousin, is the first vehicle ...    Read more

  13. Fiesta returns to Ford as Crown Victoria Retires Permanently



    Ford recently released information on the fate of its car fleet. The news includes: Crown Victoria: The Crown Victoria has soldiered on in taxicab and police fleets for several years after its disappearance from Ford's main product portfolio. Production of the stalwart large sedan, however, is set to end by ...    Read more

  14. Software Update jacks up Diesel Engine on All 2011 Ford F-Series Super Duty



    If you own a Ford F-Series Super Duty with diesel, you may want to bring in your pickup to the dealership at the end of this month. Ford Motor Co. has announced it will upgrade the powertrain control modules of all 2011 Ford Super Duty diesels even those purchased ...    Read more

  15. Ford Cars keep In Touch to avoid Collisions



    During our Continental trip to th Fatherland a few months ago, we examined various automotive safety technologies. One of these technologies, Car2X Communication, allowed vehicles to communicate with each other wireless. Ford’s Automatic Braking Intersection Collision Avoidance System, or ABICAS, uses such technology to enhance driver and passenger safety. The ...    Read more

  16. 2011 Ford Explorer versus 2011 Ford Flex: Tuned to (Four) Different Engines



    The Flex powered by a pair of sixes while the Flex offering a V-6 and four banger. The Explorer’s 3.5 liter V-6 handily beats the Flex’s similar 3.5 liter V-6, offering nearly 30 extra ponies at 6500 rpm. Torque, though, is roughly similar the same at 255 pound-feet (Explorer) versus ...    Read more

  17. Auto Industry Observations – Summer 2010



    It's been a while since I've posted on here. If you're wondering how I can possibly pay my bills from such infrequent contributions to the automotive.com blog, the truth is, I don't. This is a voluntary side job, a creative steam valve that lets me release my inner angst about ...    Read more

  18. 2011 Ford Explorer versus 2011 Ford Flex: Sibling Rivalry



    Last week, Ford Motor Co. debuted the all-new Explorer at Venice Beach, California. As I and a colleague waited for the swarm of dealers and fellow journalists to stop acting like paparazzi over the latest jail-bound starlet, we discussed the Explorer’s closest rival: the ...    Read more

  19. NHTSA opens Second Investigation in 1999-2003 Ford Windstar Probe



    Earlier this year, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced it was investigating complaints of broken rear axles on the MY1999-2003 Ford Windstars. The federal agency is now focusing attention on possible corrosion on the front subframe in addition to the rear axles breaks. Nearly a million ...    Read more

  20. 2011 Ford Explorer pricing starts below $29,000



    Ford debuted the all-new 2011 Ford Explorer earlier this week, including pricing. Base: $28,995/30,995 (2WD/4WD)The lowest Explorer on the totem pole comes standard with front-wheel drive, as opposed to the 2010 model's real-wheel drive. (Add $2000 for all-wheel drive.) The base engine in the Explorer is Ford's 3.5-liter V-6, paired ...    Read more

  21. Ford Escape used by Virginia Tech to help the Blind to Drive



    Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, popularly known as Virginia Tech, has teamed up with the National Federation of the Blind to develop a vehicle that will allow blind folks to drive. Virginia Tech, using sensor technology developed in the DARPA driverless vehicle contest back in 2007, is modifying a ...    Read more

  22. Ford keeps Horsepower High in V-10 Engine



    Despite the trend towards smaller, more fuel-efficient engine, some automakers, like Ford, realize that sometimes power, especially lots of power, supersede mpgs for more hps. Case in point: the Ford V-10. Sure to delight fans of the gasoline engine, Ford's V-10 continues to employ a three-valve, single-overhead-camshaft setup to ...    Read more

  23. Venerable Ford Crown Victoria, Lincoln Town Car sibling Permanently Retired



    Last week, the New York Times reported that the Ford/Lincoln manufacturing plant in St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada, is shutting its doors. That means there will be no more Ford Crown Vics and Lincoln Town Cars for police vehicles, taxis, limos, and other livery services. Ford’s reasons for the discontinuation are ...    Read more

  24. Curve Control Standard On All-New 2011 Ford Explorer Crossover SUV



    Ford continues to hammer (primarily) foreign competitors for automotive safety brand. This week, the US carmaker announced it is introducing the “Curve Control” safety feature into its lineup starting with the upcoming 2011 Ford Explorer. Curve Control, based off Ford’s AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control, compares the driver’s steering to ...    Read more

  25. Father’s Day Gifts from Ford



    DEARBORN, Mich., June 10, 2010 – With Father’s Day just around the corner, the Ford Global Brand Licensing team has been hard at work assembling a top 10 list of gift ideas for Father’s Day, which is June 20. Hundreds of items – from an F-150 Talegator to canvas ...    Read more


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