Ford Fiesta Sedan: 2011 model
June 30, 2009 by Peter Chubb
Filed under Autos
The UK is no stranger to the Ford Fiesta, however the small car has not had a huge showing in the U.S. that is until now. Hundreds of agents throughout the United States have taken delivery of the Ford Fiesta Sedan, in the hope of making it a popular choice for the U.S. consumer. Read more
2010 Ford Taurus Review: First Drive
June 23, 2009 by Peter Chubb
Filed under Autos
Ford have a huge hill to climb when it comes to the PR of its new 2010 Ford Taurus, it seems as if the automaker will have to educate the American consumer, if they hope for them to become attached to the new vehicle, because the old model was seen as something of an icon. Read more
2010 Ford Transit Connect Review: First Drive
June 22, 2009 by Chris Sayer
Filed under Autos
The ford transit connect has been around since 2002 and now the new 2010 ford transit connect is ready to go. The Ford Connect has sold over 600,00 of this purpose built van over the past seven years .
The new 2010 Ford Connect is hoping to hit it big in the U.S as the first batch is already on its way to dealers Read more
New Ford hybrid and Microsoft’s Steve Ballmer
May 27, 2009 by Peter Chubb
Filed under Autos
The auto industry is facing some very tough times at the moment, so Ford CEO is doing all he can to ensure that his new customers are happy when they take procession of their new cars. Ford’s CEO Alan Mulally has gone out of his way to make the owner of the new Ford Hybrid happy, well he would it is Microsoft’s Steve Ballmer. Read more
2010 Ford Taurus SHO and new Ecoboost V-6 engine
May 18, 2009 by Peter Chubb
Filed under Autos
The 2010 Ford Taurus SHO is not a production car; Ford looks at it as more of a preproduction prototype. There are so many great things to talk about on the car, but it is the new Ecoboost V-6 engine that we are most interested in. Read more
Ford and aid for GM Europe
March 20, 2009 by Peter Chubb
Filed under Autos
Ford Motor Company (F) is the only major US Auto Maker to not to request any funding from federal governments in the United States and other countries. However, Ford has always supported its competitors who have been seeking financial aid, such as General Motors Corporation (GM). Read more
Ford’s New Milestone: 100,000th hybrid SUV
March 11, 2009 by Peter Chubb
Filed under Autos
Ford Motor Company (NYSE:F) are now celebrating the production of its 100,000th hybrid SUV, and has said that they will increase its commitment to the production of hybrid vehicles in 2009. It was five years ago when Ford launched the Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner hybrid SUVs and these are still the most fuel most fuel-efficient SUVs on the market. Read more
Ford Motor Co. could ask for $13 billion federal loan
January 12, 2009 by Peter Chubb
Filed under Autos
A the end of last year Ford Motor Co. did not take the U.S. Government up on their offer of support, something that Chevrolet and General Motors did. A month has not even past, and now Ford might have to reconsidering federal aid because of low domestic sales. Read more
Ford announce 2010 Shelby Cobra GT500: Most powerful Mustang
January 9, 2009 by Peter Chubb
Filed under Autos
Ford is treating their customers to something new and special ahead of the 2009 North American International Auto Show, 2010 Shelby GT500. This is no ordinary Shelby; it is a Cobra version and is the most powerful Mustang for 2010. Read more
Auto Bailout Update
December 12, 2008 by Peter Chubb
Filed under Autos
U.S. automakers did not get the result that they had hoped in Congress, so now have to wait for the White House to provide this lifeline bailout. These next few days are a nail biting time for the big three. General Motors Corp. and Chrysler LLC, as they all face imminent collapse; Ford Motor Company can go on for a bit longer. Read more
The House of Representatives approves auto bailout legislation
December 11, 2008 by Peter Chubb
Filed under Autos
General Motors Corp, Ford Motor Co, and Chrysler LLC., will now feel a little less pressure, as the House of Representatives has approved the bill to bailout the big three U.S. automakers. The bill was being negotiated by the Bush administration and the Democrats; it managed to clear the House by 237-170. Read more
The Big 3: GM and Chrysler need loan, Ford can survive
They are known as “The Big 3” in the auto industry and General Motors, Chrysler and Ford are looking at possible bankruptcy even if they get the full $34 billion in emergency loans.
GM and Chrysler are said to need this loan, although Ford say they can survive without loans as long as the other two don’t fold and disrupt shared supply chains Read more
General Motors, Ford and Chrysler Bankruptcy Deal Update
December 5, 2008 by Peter Chubb
Filed under Autos
Could we see the big three U.S. automakers General Motors, Ford and Chrysler shut their doors if they do not sort out a deal with sceptical lawmakers. All three have run in to fresh obstacles, while appealing with rising urgency as they face bankruptcy. Read more
Ford Motor Co. looking to sell Volvo for cash injection
December 1, 2008 by Peter Chubb
Filed under Autos
Ford Motor Co. is now thinking of selling Volvo, which is the company’s only remaining auto brand that they have in Europe. The plan to sell Volvo comes just one day before Ford have to meet with the Federal lawmakers, where they will have to present to them their survival plan. Read more
New 2010 Ford Fusion
You should all take a look at the brand new 2010 Ford Fusion because this is all about economy at its best; this brings us to Ford’s goal of combining best in the class fuel economy with a much better and bolder appearance. Read more
2010 Ford Mustang Videos
November 19, 2008 by Peter Chubb
Filed under Autos
The 2010 Ford Mustang looks set to be one of the hottest cars to be on show this year, but is this car enough to help turn the fortunes of the struggling Ford Motor Co. there are a number of videos on YouTube that show the new 2010 Mustang in all its glory. Read more
New 2010 Ford Mustang at Los Angeles Auto Show
November 18, 2008 by Peter Chubb
Filed under Autos
Ford Motor Co. are doing all they can to get people to part with some cash to help their cash flow, so their answer is to revive the classic Mustang muscle car, by giving the 2010 Ford Mustang a makeover. The new car will be on at Los Angeles Auto Show this week. Read more
ROUSH P-51A Mustang: Aviation-themed car for 2009
November 12, 2008 by Peter Chubb
Filed under Autos
ROUSH® Performance is to launch the P-51A Mustang, an aviation-themed Sports GT car for 2009. The car is to be based on the World War II fighter plane; this is the second time that a Mustang has been based on a plane. Read more
Ford’s Operating Loss at $3 Billion
November 7, 2008 by Peter Chubb
Filed under Autos
It is no secret that the Ford Motor Co. is in a spot of financial difficulty, the auto giants latest quarter figures are in and they have an operating loss of $3 billion. Ford has since announced that they will have to reduce staff and spending, in an effort to preserve what cash they have left. Read more
Ford unveils F-150 2010 SVT Raptor at SEMA 2008
November 4, 2008 by Peter Chubb
Filed under Autos
Ford has officially unveiled their F-150 2010 SVT Raptor at SEMA 2008. This new off-road truck is just as happy on the sand dunes, as it is driving to your local store. There are a number of differences with the new Raptor over the standard F-150; these include a unique grille and functional hood extractors. Read more
