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Come to this section of Torque News to read general Ford news and reviews. The Ford F Series has been the bestselling vehicle in the United States for over three decades and here you will find the latest Ford news and reviews about of Ford models. The Ford brand is far more than just trucks. Models like the Fusion, Focus EV, Taurus, Fiesta, Mustang, Escape and Explorer make Ford a top competitor in pretty much every major automotive segment in both the American and global markets. Torque News reporters update the news on this page about Ford vehicles daily.

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Ford Fiesta to get Sport Special Edition in Europe
By Gordon Block on July 6, 2011 - 12:27PM
The Ford Fiesta Sport will get a Special Edition model with more sporty looks, and more power... but for Europe only.
Lincoln shows growth, helps Ford in June 2011 sales race
By Patrick Rall on July 5, 2011 - 11:31AM
It has been a rough year for the Lincoln brand but for the first time in 2011, Ford’s luxury brand showed positive year over year growth – helping Ford Motor Company to rank as the third best auto group in the US industry in June 2011.
Mustang battles back, beats Camaro, Challenger and 370Z in June 2011
By Patrick Rall on July 1, 2011 - 3:35PM
The Chevrolet Camaro has led in the rear wheel drive sports car segment over the Ford Mustang, Dodge Challenger and Nissan 370Z from January to May but as June 2011 sales results have trickled in – the Ford Mustang has claimed the top spot in sales for the month.
TorqueNews drive review of the 2011 Ford Fiesta SES
By Patrick Rall on June 30, 2011 - 10:50AM
Along with packing the 2011 Ford Fiesta SES full of features that you wouldn’t expect from such a low-priced B-segment vehicle, Ford did a fine job of designing the suspension and drivetrain to depart from what many consumers would expect.
TorqueNews review of the 2011 Ford Fiesta SES 5-door - part 1
By Patrick Rall on June 29, 2011 - 2:50PM
I recently had a chance to spend a week in a 2011 Ford Fiesta SES 5-door – a car that Ford has billed since before it hit the streets as being a “pretty big deal” – a promise on which the new Fiesta delivers very nicely.
Shelby considering the return of Rent-A-Racer
By Patrick Rall on June 29, 2011 - 11:43AM
Shelby American has twice offered modified Ford Mustangs through Hertz rental car agency, first in 1966 and then again in 2006, and if rumors are true there could be a new Shelby/Hertz rental Mustang available in the coming year.
Ford to export Ranger from South Africa
By Gordon Block on June 28, 2011 - 1:02PM
Ford will export its Ranger pickup truck out of South Africa and sell it in 148 different countries.
Bidders Pony Up for Tony Hawk's Custom Ford Mustang
By Richard Gray on June 26, 2011 - 2:46AM
With skateboarding guru Tony Hawk standing on the auction block displaying a nervous smile, the “hawkized” custom 2011 Ford Mustang he commissioned for charity sold for $65,000 Saturday evening at the Barrett-Jackson auction in Costa Mesa, California.
Tony Hawk's Ford Mustang Goes on Auction to Benefit Youth
By Richard Gray on June 23, 2011 - 1:04AM
The "hawkized" Ford Mustang commissioned by skateboarding megastar Tony Hawk is on an auction block for the second time in seven months, and both auction sales benefit charities.
Ford expanding intelligent vehicles with Driver Safe technologies
By Frank Sherosky on June 22, 2011 - 2:23PM
Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) is rapidly expanding its use of SYNC® technology in a commitment toward intelligent vehicles that can wirelessly talk to each other.
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Ford, Tesla honored at the 2011 American Business Awards
By Patrick Rall on June 22, 2011 - 12:52PM
Monday night, the 2011 American Business Awards were handed out at a gala event at New York’s Marriott Marquis Hotel with Ford Motor Company and electric car company Tesla taking home awards in a variety of categories.
Ford Ranger production to end on December 22, 2011
By Patrick Rall on June 22, 2011 - 12:09PM
Ford Ranger enthusiasts and workers at the Ford Twin Cities Assembly Plant got some bad news via a UAW letter as it has been announced that production of the Ford Ranger will come to an end on December 22, 2011 – ending the 28 year run of the popular compact pickup.
Ford and Maritz Research studies concur - fuel economy is key to new vehicle purchases decisions
By Frank Sherosky on June 22, 2011 - 11:49AM
If the industry truly believes the Ford and Maritz Research studies that fuel economy is truly key to vehicle purchase decisions, then why does the auto industry still dole out its engine technologies in measure, especially with the 2016 government mandates hanging over their heads?
Ford expanding inflatable rear seatbelt availability to Flex and Lincoln vehicles
By Gordon Block on June 22, 2011 - 11:19AM
Ford's inflatable rear seatbelts, which first appeared on the 2011 Explorer, will be offered as optional equipment on the Flex and Lincoln vehicles in the summer of 2012.
Ford to feature bolder fonts inside vehicles to help drivers of every age
By Frank Sherosky on June 22, 2011 - 10:14AM
First it was voice recognition to help drivers; now Ford Motor company (NYSE: F) will feature wider, bolder fonts within vehicle controls and interface screens for easier legibility.
Ford SYNC leading race to integrate smartphone apps into cars
By Frank Sherosky on June 22, 2011 - 10:02AM
The award-winning Ford SYNC® AppLink™ software program, the free software program that gives SYNC users voice control of apps stored on their smartphone, is migrating to a new group of 2012 Ford vehicles.
Ford advances in-car voice interactions with Nuance (Nasdaq: NUAN) collaboration
By Frank Sherosky on June 22, 2011 - 9:47AM
Voice recognition is now being made easier and more intuitive for drivers to successfully use Ford Synch®, as the voice system now understands more than 10,000 first-level commands, up from 100 with first generation SYNC system; all thanks to the collaborative efforts with Nuance Communications (Nasdaq: NUAN).
Ford vans keep autogas movement on the march
By Hawke Fracassa on June 21, 2011 - 2:42PM
Heritage Propane has added a ROUSH CleanTech propane autogas Ford E-Series passenger van to its fleet, to show corporate decision-makers why they should invest in America for the betterment of America.
At Ford quality is Job One and latest awards prove it
By Hawke Fracassa on June 20, 2011 - 3:08PM
Quality at Ford Motor Co. has long been Job One, and this week the car company founded by the great Henry Ford has been recognized twice for its continuous commitment to doing things right the first time.
The 2012 Ford Focus paces NASCAR’s Heluva Good 400
By Patrick Rall on June 20, 2011 - 10:47AM
This past weekend, NASCAR’s Sprint Cup Series took to banks of Michigan International Speedway for the Heluva Good Sour Cream Dips 400 and when they did, the 2012 Ford Focus served as the official pace car with Ford’s Mark Fields at the helm as the celebrity pace car driver.
Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) stock still sliding lower
By Frank Sherosky on June 16, 2011 - 5:35PM
Despite an April sales report that showed an increase of 16 percent versus a year ago and year-to-date sales up 16 percent, Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) stock has since trended with lower lows and lower highs.
Ford releases its annual sustainability report
By Gordon Block on June 16, 2011 - 3:26PM
Ford presented the public with its 12th-annual sustainability report yesterday, addressing its plans to reduce CO2 emissions and water usage in the future, as well as improve passenger safety.
The Ford Mustang plant could be in trouble
By Patrick Rall on June 16, 2011 - 12:01PM
Since the introduction of the S197 platform Ford Mustang in 2005, the legendary pony car has been built at the Auto Alliance plant which Ford shares with Mazda but with the news that Mazda is planning to move out in the near future, some analysts believe that the Mustang alone does not move enough units to keep the Flat Rock production facility up and running.
Visually-impaired inspectors show skills on Media Day for EyesOn Design
By Frank Sherosky on June 14, 2011 - 8:53PM
The EyesOn Design Car Show is known worldwide for its creative focus on design themes. Aside from the usual cars and interviews, a special segment on Media Preview Day showed two visually-impaired inspectors feeling gaps, fits and finishes with white gloves a 1948 Fiat Topolino 500.
Media Day Preview a success for 2011 EyesOn Design
By Frank Sherosky on June 14, 2011 - 8:30PM
The EyesOn Design Car Show is known worldwide for its creative focus on design themes. In preparation for the 24th annual event, which takes place on Father’s Day, this Sunday, June 19, 2011 on the grounds of the historic Edsel & Eleanor Ford House in Grosse Pointe Shores, Michigan, the media was given insight into the upcoming events plus a view of some auto displays.
Ford’s 2012 Focus Electric to have one cool battery
By Don Bain on June 14, 2011 - 5:39PM
When Ford’s new Electric 2012 Focus hits the streets later this year, it will have one cool battery thanks to a liquid temperature control system that will maintain the optimal thermal range for both charging or powering the motor, whatever the weather. The Electric Focus is the first all-electric, gasoline-free vehicle in the brand’s line, with four more models yet to be released during the next year and a half.
Congressmen drive hard to extend autogas spiffs
By Hawke Fracassa on June 14, 2011 - 3:01PM
ROUSH CleanTech, the suburban Detroit company in the forefront of the American autogas movement, is lauding Congressman Mike Rogers (R-AL) and Congressman Dan Boren (D-OK) for their support of the Propane Green Autogas Solutions Act of 2011, which will put a significant number of clean-burning propane autogas vehicles on American roads by extending tax credits.
2014 Ford Mustang: Lighter and faster, a pony car the whole world can enjoy
By Roman Rosa on June 11, 2011 - 3:36PM
Rumors are exploding all over the internet about the future of the Mustang and the new model coming out in 2014. If true, we are going to see the Mustang dragged kicking and screaming to the tastes of the world.
Ford, Safety Leaders working to bring intelligent vehicles to market
By Don Bain on June 10, 2011 - 1:12PM
Dr. Andre Seeck, president and chairman of the European New Car Assessment Programme, is visiting with Ford as the company works with global safety officials to create standards for intelligent vehicles that will eventually talk to each other, reducing crashes and congestion. Ford is working with other automakers and governments worldwide to create a common language so vehicles can talk to each other on a common communication standard.
NHTSA investigates the electric vehicle segment for fire risks
By Patrick Rall on June 10, 2011 - 10:36AM
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened an investigation that is slated to spend the next three years investigating whether modern electric vehicles with lithium ion batteries pose a significant fire risk to consumers from overcharging.
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