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Ford

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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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.

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.

Carroll Shelby to receive lifetime achievement award

By Patrick Rall on January 20, 2011 - 3:00PM

The Washington DC Auto Show opens next weekend and on the eve of the show’s public opening, Keith Crane and the Automotive News will recognize Mr. Carroll Shelby with their 2011 Lifetime Achievement Award at a charity dinner in Mr. Shelby’s honor.

Manufacturers May Not Know Consumers Electric Vehicle Wants and Needs

By Keith Griffin on January 19, 2011 - 6:19PM

A study by the IBM Institute for Business Value demonstrates that electric vehicle manufacturers may not understand why consumers want them, how much they’re willing to pay for the vehicles, and recharging.

Ford stock follows general market downward

By Frank Sherosky on January 19, 2011 - 5:53PM

Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) stock broke out strong in early January, but today took the path to the downside alongside the rest of the auto stocks and the general market.

Rare Photos of Howard Stern Driving at a Race Track

By Keith Griffin on January 18, 2011 - 5:15PM

Regular fans of Howard Stern knows how much he derides auto racing but FarmJohnPhotos.com has rare photos of Howard Stern at a race track driving a 1980 turbo Mustang at Waterford Hills back in 1980.

Ford Commits $400 Million in Kansas City After Tax Incentives

By Keith Griffin on January 18, 2011 - 1:09PM

Thanks to tax incentives from the State of Missouri, Ford will invest $400 million in its Kansas City facility to upgrade the plant and accommodate production of a yet-unnamed new vehicle, while retaining full-time employment of 3,750.

Ford features the largest display at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show

By Patrick Rall on January 18, 2011 - 11:53AM

Ford Motor Company may have shed a brand in the past year but they used the extra space at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show to offer an absolutely massive display for the Ford brand.

The 2011 Ford Super Duty at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show

By Patrick Rall on January 18, 2011 - 11:31AM

Ken Block's Gymkhana 3 Ford Fiesta

By Patrick Rall on January 18, 2011 - 11:24AM

The new Ford C-Max at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show

By Patrick Rall on January 18, 2011 - 11:04AM

The 2012 Ford Focus ST at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show

By Patrick Rall on January 18, 2011 - 11:01AM

The Ford Vertrek Concept at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show

By Patrick Rall on January 18, 2011 - 11:00AM

The 2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302 on the dyno at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show

By Patrick Rall on January 18, 2011 - 10:59AM

The Ford Taurus-based Police Interceptor at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show

By Patrick Rall on January 18, 2011 - 10:57AM

The 2012 Ford Focus in race livery at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show

By Patrick Rall on January 18, 2011 - 10:55AM

CCS students envision 2020 Ford pickup at Detroit Auto Show

By Frank Sherosky on January 17, 2011 - 6:09PM

The 2011 Ford Fiesta RS World Rally Car to debut in Finland

By Patrick Rall on January 17, 2011 - 3:39PM

Ford is hoping that their 2011 Fiesta will see the same public sales success in the US that the Fiesta has had in Europe and to help promote this B-segment hatchback, Ford is featuring it in the World Rally Championship - with this new WRC car set to make its debut at the end of this month in Finland.