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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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Global markets still lacking a global automotive ETF
By Frank Sherosky on January 31, 2011 - 8:27PM
Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) cover just about every industry and sector except the one that is growing by leaps and bounds in emerging markets - the global auto industry.
A first drive of the 2012 Ford Focus
By Patrick Rall on January 31, 2011 - 3:12PM
The 2012 Ford Focus is part of the Motor Company’s “One Ford” plan to offer the same vehicles around the world and recently TorqueNews had a chance to drive the newest C-segment sedan and hatchback before they hit showrooms later this year.
The interior of the 2012 Ford Focus
By Patrick Rall on January 31, 2011 - 3:02PM
The 2012 Ford Focus hatchback
By Patrick Rall on January 31, 2011 - 3:01PM
The 2012 Ford Focus from the rear
By Patrick Rall on January 31, 2011 - 3:00PM
A beachside shot of the 2012 Ford Focus sedan
By Patrick Rall on January 31, 2011 - 2:59PM
The 2012 Ford Focus sedan in action
By Patrick Rall on January 31, 2011 - 2:58PM
The 2012 Shelby Cobra 50th Anniversary Edition sells out
By Patrick Rall on January 31, 2011 - 1:16PM
Earlier this month, Shelby American announced that they would be producing a special set of limited edition modern Shelby Cobra roadsters to commemorate the 50th anniversary and today, Shelby announced that these 50 new Cobras sold out in less than 48 hours after going on sale.
The steering wheel of the 2012 Shelby Cobra 50th Anniversary Edition
By Patrick Rall on January 31, 2011 - 1:10PM
The fender badge of the 2012 Shelby Cobra 50th Anniversary Edition
By Patrick Rall on January 31, 2011 - 1:09PM
The interior of the 2012 Shelby Cobra 50th Anniversary Edition
By Patrick Rall on January 31, 2011 - 1:08PM
The badge of the 50th Anniversary Shelby Cobra
By Patrick Rall on January 31, 2011 - 1:07PM
The 2012 Shelby Cobra 50th Anniversary Edition from the back end
By Patrick Rall on January 31, 2011 - 1:06PM
January New Car Sales Show Strong Growth
By Keith Griffin on January 31, 2011 - 7:51AM
Edmunds.com is predicting that January sales figures will reveal strong growth in new car sales compared to January 2010 with a strong indication that 2011 could see 12.5 million light vehicle sales.
Egypt unrest could topple its auto industry relations
By Frank Sherosky on January 30, 2011 - 12:59PM
As the Egyptian nation finds itself in the throes of civil unrest, the investors in their auto industry watch with great angst how Mubarak handles the situation.
Carl Benz invented automobile this day 125 years ago
By Frank Sherosky on January 29, 2011 - 12:15AM
It was 125 years ago today, Carl Benz taught the world to play, as he filed an application in Berlin for a patent on his three-wheeled motor car.
Ford announces $6.6 billion profit for 2010
By Patrick Rall on January 28, 2011 - 12:12PM
Ford has announced their net income for Q4 of 2010 along with the profit for the entire year and in the “rebound year” from the disaster of 2009, Ford Motor Company earned a whopping $6.6 billion.
Ford stock plunges 7 percent on open after 4th quarter profits drop
By Frank Sherosky on January 28, 2011 - 10:14AM
After closing up in anticipation of a good annual report, Ford stock (NYSE: F) plunged on the open after a dismal 4th quarter profit report.
Ford Smart Intersection Could Help Increase Safety
By Keith Griffin on January 28, 2011 - 8:55AM
Ford has privately funded a one-of-a-kind smart intersection that could dramatically help increase safety by cutting down collisions.
Ford stops production of new trucks due to supplier shortages
By Patrick Rall on January 27, 2011 - 12:23PM
This week, Ford Motor Company was forced to halt production at their Dearborn, Michigan truck plant due to some suppliers’ inability to keep up with the demand of the rapidly recovering auto industry.
NHTSA investigating 2010 Ford Fusion over wheel stud risk
By Patrick Rall on January 27, 2011 - 11:38AM
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has launched an investigation of the 2010 Ford Fusion over a possible safety concern caused by failing wheel studs.
Electric Car Prophet Agassi: $8 Israel gas cause for change
By Frank Sherosky on January 27, 2011 - 10:47AM
CNBC’s Erin Burnett just gave a short interview with Shai Agassi in Davos at the World Economic Forum about his startup, Better Place, and his opinion of electric cars in Israel.
Two Michigan congressmen misguiding the hybrid EV incentive debate
By Frank Sherosky on January 27, 2011 - 12:06AM
Taking a self-appointed cue from President Obama's State of the Union Address, Rep. Sander Levin and Sen. Carl Levin of Michigan are obviously in favor of any incentive without reservation that supposedly supports Michigan jobs over more level-headed technologies.
Ford stock breaks out to upside post option expiration week
By Frank Sherosky on January 26, 2011 - 4:29PM
Perhaps it’s related to another Toyota recall, but Ford (NYSE: F) broke out from the open and stayed strong to the upside all day, closing near 18.36 on 64 million shares.
Chuck Jordan honored with Designer Tribute Class at Concours d-Elegance
By Frank Sherosky on January 25, 2011 - 2:12PM
The Concours d’Elegance of America at St. John’s (formerly held at Meadow Brook Hall north of Detroit) has announced the creation of a new Designer Tribute Class, which in 2011 will be dedicated to the lifelong work of Charles M. “Chuck” Jordan
Ford's new EcoMode has potential to improve fuel economy by 24 percent
By Frank Sherosky on January 24, 2011 - 11:22PM
In a surprise announcement post 2011 NAIAS in Detroit, the all-new Ford Focus will feature Eco-Mode to help drivers perfect their eco-driving techniques.
Automakers applaud joint date for EPA and California proposals
By Frank Sherosky on January 24, 2011 - 10:28PM
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced today that California officials have scrapped their plans to issue state-specific standards in March.
Ford Transit Connect platform also enters natural gas arena
By Frank Sherosky on January 23, 2011 - 12:00PM
The Ford Transit Connect Electric shown at the 2011 NAIAS is not to be outdone by Ford’s latest Transit Connect entry into natural-gas powered vehicles.
Detroit Auto Show
2011 Detroit Auto Show attendance exceeds expectations
By Frank Sherosky on January 22, 2011 - 8:20PM
The 2011 NAIAS in Detroit is in its final weekend for the general public, tracking toward final attendance between 725,000 and 740,000 visitors.
GE stock gaps bullish on rising profit report
By Frank Sherosky on January 21, 2011 - 12:20PM
General Electric (NYSE: GE), a major contributor to technology and financing that affects the auto industry, broke out to the upside on a surprise Q4 earnings report.
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