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Ford Global Performance Strategy Accelerates at Frankfurt; New Fiesta ST Concept Joins Focus ST Production Model | Ford Motor Company Newsroom

Thomas McMahon — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 12:48:08 +0000

Ford is accelerating its new global performance strategy at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show with the debut of the production version of the all-new Ford Focus ST and a concept for a future Fiesta ST
Ford ST (Sport Technologies) models will share the same DNA around the world, offering outstanding performance, harmonious balance and high levels of refinement that make them ideal for everyday driving – whether on the commute or a twisty road
Brought to life by Ford’s global Performance Vehicles group, the new Focus ST is the company’s first truly global performance vehicle
The new Fiesta ST Concept explores the possibilities for another compelling global Ford ST in the near future

FRANKFURT, Germany, Sept. 13, 2011 – Ford today showcased the company’s vision to take its ST performance family around the world with the surprise reveal of an exciting new Fiesta ST Concept alongside the production debut of the all-new Focus ST.

Ford’s global performance vehicle strategy is accelerating, promising a new era for driving enthusiasts around the world with the expansion of its ST – Sport Technologies – range. The international reach of these performance models is made possible by a new generation of global small car platforms from Ford.

The possibility of a Fiesta ST joining the Focus ST would bring Ford performance to drivers in two major global segments.

“We’re leveraging our global product platforms to create great new performance vehicles like the Focus ST,” said Derrick Kuzak, group vice president, Global Product Development. “By taking advantage of platform efficiencies and focusing our performance engineering resources globally, we can bring performance vehicles to more customers in more markets, plus we’re better positioned for Ford products to compete successfully in global motorsport.”

The production-ready Focus ST was revealed at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show as Ford’s first performance vehicle to be sold into more than 40 markets around the world, including the U.S., Canada, Mexico, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand and 15 European countries. Its launch kicks off a new era for enthusiasts while the exciting reveal of the Fiesta ST Concept also highlights Ford’s promise for even more to come on the performance front.

via Ford Global Performance Strategy Accelerates at Frankfurt; New Fiesta ST Concept Joins Focus ST Production Model | Ford Motor Company Newsroom.

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J.D. Power: Ford’s Quality Vehicles Earn High APEAL Rankings from Customers for Fuel Efficiency | Ford Motor Company Newsroom

Thomas McMahon — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 20:36:09 +0000

All of Ford’s newer retail vehicles earned fuel efficiency ratings above their segment average, according to the J.D. Power 2011 Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study
Eight Ford vehicles, including Fiesta, Explorer and F-150, ranked in the top three in their respective segments
Ford F-150 is the only large pickupto receive an award for both Initial Quality and APEAL in 2011

DEARBORN, Mich., July 27, 2011 – Customers increasingly are demanding top fuel efficiency, and they are rating Ford highly for delivering, according to the J.D. Power 2011 Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study released today.

All of Ford’s newer retail vehicles earned fuel efficiency ratings above their segment averages, according to the J.D. Power 2011 Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout study.

“Ford is an industry leader in fuel efficiency, and customers are pleased with the way we are helping them at the pump,” said Bennie Fowler, group vice president, Global Quality and New Model Launches. “Ford also is absolutely committed to the highest vehicle quality, delivering vehicles that surprise and delight customers while eliminating defects.”

The new Ford Fiesta and F-150 were first-place segment winners in the survey, which measures customer satisfaction in design, content and vehicle performance. The 2011 Ford Taurus and Flex were rated second in their segments. The new Ford Explorer, F-Series Super Duty, Expedition and Mustang scored third-place segment rankings.

via J.D. Power: Ford’s Quality Vehicles Earn High APEAL Rankings from Customers for Fuel Efficiency | Ford Motor Company Newsroom.

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Ford Hits Hatchback Sweet Spot | McMahon Ford | St. Louis Ford Dealership

Thomas McMahon — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 22:05:32 +0000

Rise in hatchback popularity in the U.S. may signal lasting market acceptance shift
Approximately 50 percent of 2011 Ford Fiesta vehicles now being sold in the U.S. are hatchback models; 41 percent of the all-new 2012 Ford Focus sales are hatchbacks
Ford is the only full-line vehicle manufacturer to offer both sedan and hatchback versions of its small B- and C-car lineup in America
In addition to more cargo space, both vehicles offer impressive fuel economy and deliver unto 40 mpg

DEARBORN, Mich., July 11, 2011 – Customers seeking more versatile vehicles with better fuel economy are finding what they’re looking for in hatchbacks and U.S. sales of these popular five-door cars continues to skyrocket.

It’s a trend reflected in sales of two of Ford’s hottest-selling cars. Approximately 50 percent of retail sales of the 2011 Fiesta have been for hatchbacks. On the market for just a few months, 41 percent of retail sales for the all-new 2012 Focus have been for the hatchback – a number Ford expects to continue rising.

“The hatchback is hitting an unmet need for versatility as people continue to downsize their vehicles,” said Paul Russell, Focus brand manager. “No other competitor in the top-five of total market share offers a hatchback option in the small car segment.”

The total number of hatchbacks available in the U.S. market increased 63 percent between model years 2006 and 2010, going from 291,853 to 475,048, according to Ward’s Auto World data.

“American car buyers have become appreciative of the convenience and flexibility that hatchback bodystyles offer after years of owning SUVs and crossovers,” said George Pipas, Ford sales analyst. “Combined with the generation of younger drivers who have been exposed to popular high-performance hatchback offerings in Europe and Asia, we may be seeing the beginning of a shift in buyer acceptance of hatchbacks.”

Unsure of how the market would react to new hatchback offerings, Ford prepared itself by investing in flexible plant capacity. This flexibility ensures Ford is able to react quickly to changing tastes, providing a vehicle mix – hatchback or sedan, base model or fully loaded Titanium – to serve varied customer demands.

via Ford Hits Hatchback Sweet Spot | Ford Motor Company Newsroom.

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From Fiesta to F-Series, Consumers See Growing Value in Ford’s Fuel-Efficient Lineup; U.S. March Sales Up 19 Percent | McMahon Ford your St. Louis Ford Dealership Ford’s March sales totaled 212,777, up 19 percent versus a...
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Ford Increases Availability of Fuel-Efficient Tires Across Lineup and Leads Research Efforts for Better Technology | Ford Motor Company Newsroom

Thomas McMahon — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 12:20:39 +0000

Ford now offers low-rolling-resistance tires, which can improve fuel economy by up to 2 mpg, on 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid, Ford Fusion, Ford Fiesta SFE, Lincoln MKZ Hybrid and 2012 Ford Focus SFE models
C-MAX Engeri, C-MAX Hybrid and Focus Electric will be the next three vehicles to feature the fuel efficient low resistance tires
2011 Ford Edge and 2011 Ford Explorer also feature tires with improved technology for increased fuel economy
Ford is actively leading research into new tire compounds and working with suppliers and tire companies to bring more fuel-efficient tires to market faster

DEARBORN, Mich., July 6, 2011 – Even before gasoline prices topped $4 per gallon, Ford Motor Company‘s attention to delivering more fuel efficient solutions for drivers was turning to tires. Specifically the development of specially engineered, low-rolling-resistance tires designed to further improve the fuel economy of its cars and crossovers.

All four of Ford’s industry-leading 40-plus-mpg cars – Fiesta SFE, Focus SFE, Fusion Hybrid and Lincoln MKZ Hybrid – come fitted with these special, fuel-saving tires. In addition, the 2011 Ford Taurus, 2011 Ford Edge, 2011 Ford Fusion and 2011 Ford Explorer have tires with enhanced technology that helps improve fuel economy.

But more is to come. “Tire technology, pressures and wear can make a big difference to a vehicle’s fuel economy, so Ford is working closely with leading tire companies to optimize performance with low-rolling-resistance tires,” said David Rohweder, global chief engineer for Tire and Wheel Engineering.

Rolling resistance, a measure of the force required for the tire to travel down the road, is a key attribute in improving fuel economy. A 10 percent improvement in rolling resistance leads to a fuel economy improvement of as much as 2 percent, according to Ford’s tire experts.

Ford’s tire team, a dedicated group of scientists studying the chemistry of tires, is also researching materials found in other products like athletic shoes to see if there is potential for automotive application. The team is working with tire suppliers and manufacturers to evaluate these materials and ultimately to bring improved tires to market faster.

via Ford Increases Availability of Fuel-Efficient Tires Across Lineup and Leads Research Efforts for Better Technology | Ford Motor Company Newsroom.

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From Fiesta to F-Series, Consumers See Growing Value in Ford’s Fuel-Efficient Lineup; U.S. March Sales Up 19 Percent | McMahon Ford your St. Louis Ford Dealership

Thomas McMahon — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 18:45:05 +0000

Ford’s March sales totaled 212,777, up 19 percent versus a year ago
Fiesta sets U.S. record as monthly sales reach 9,787, up 56 percent versus February
Fusion and Escape also set monthly sales records, up 21 percent and 25 percent, respectively, versus a year ago
Explorer sales up 111 percent year over year
F-Series sales up 25 percent; new V6 engines account for 37 percent of 2011 F-150 retail sales

DEARBORN, Mich., April 1, 2011 – Consumer demand for Ford’s fuel-efficient vehicles continues to grow as March sales increased 19 percent versus a year ago. Year-to-date, Ford sales totaled 496,720, up 16 percent.

“With gasoline prices eclipsing $3.50 a gallon, consumers are placing a high priority on fuel efficiency in every size and kind of vehicle,” said Ken Czubay, Ford vice president, U.S. Marketing, Sales and Service. “Customers are rewarding Ford for our investment in new products as well as more efficient engines and transmissions, which save them money at the pump whether they drive Fiestas or F-Series trucks.”

Ford offers 12 vehicles that lead their sales segments in fuel economy, including four vehicles with EPA certified 40 mpg or higher fuel economy ratings – a claim no other full-line automaker can match.

via From Fiesta to F-Series, Consumers See Growing Value in Ford’s Fuel-Efficient Lineup; U.S. March Sales Up 19 Percent | Ford Motor Company Newsroom.

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Ford Fiesta Gets Personal for 2012, Gives Owners Bursts of Color, Customization Inside and Out | see them at McMahon Ford your St. Louis Ford Dealership

Thomas McMahon — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 12:50:47 +0000

Ford Fiesta continues to deliver personalization options for customers, with the debut of three new packages for 2012. The offerings include two interior packages and one exterior package
Forty percent of buyers purchase at least one accessory for their Fiestas, with more than 26,000 Ford Custom Accessories items already sold
The new interior package delivers a custom look with two-tone seating surfaces, door trim inserts, steering wheel and interior components, and is available in both Race Red and Oxford White
Inspired by the European Ford Focus RS, the premium sport appearance package offers customers several blacked-out components, along with a performance improvement when ordered with a manual transmission

Dearborn, Mich., March 23, 2011 – The small car style Ford Fiesta delivers is expanding for 2012 with three new packages to give customers even more options for personalizing.

The new packages build on the success of the current personalization choices Fiesta customers enjoy today, with nearly 40 percent purchasing at least one accessory. To date, more than 26,000 Ford Custom Accessories items have been purchased by Fiesta owners.

“The Fiesta customer loves accessories and personalization. These packages extend the desire the customer has to make the car more tailored to his or her own personal tastes,” said Lew Echlin, Global Car marketing manager. “Personalization has been key since the Fiesta launched, and with the new packages we’re featuring the latest design trends so customers can do even more with their car.”

A recent study by the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) found that accessories drive sales, with the availability of accessories influencing more than 1 million new vehicle sales each year.

“The appeal of accessories reflects on other trends in society, including the desire to personalize phones, computers and clothing,” said Sheryl Connelly, manager of Ford Global Trends and Futuring. “People don’t customize to stand out from the crowd; they do it to create a more meaningful connection.”

The new premium sport appearance package takes cues from the European Focus RS with several blacked-out components that feature Tuxedo Black paint, including:

Side mirrors
Headlamps
Grille surround
License plate header
Upper rear hatch spoiler

via Ford Fiesta Gets Personal for 2012, Gives Owners Bursts of Color, Customization Inside and Out | Ford Motor Company Newsroom.

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Ford SYNC 911 Assist: Non-Subscription Emergency Service Available in 2 Million Vehicles Provides Peace of Mind | Ford Motor Company Newsroom

Thomas McMahon — Thu, 10 Mar 2011 13:14:23 +0000

SYNC^®911 Assist^™ quickly connects accident victims directly with 911 operators and is now equipped on 2 million vehicles
With SYNC 911 Assist, there is no need to worry about renewing or paying for any kind of subscription
There is no middleman or call center between vehicle occupants and those trying to help the victims, unlike competitive systems that start the emergency response process by calling a third-party center instead of actual 911 operators

DEARBORN, Mich., March 10, 2011 – By the time Paul Bedewi thought to call 911, paramedics were already at the scene of the major accident he was in thanks to Ford SYNC 911 Assist.

Bedewi is one of the 2 million owners of Ford Motor Company vehicles so far that are equipped with SYNC technology that includes SYNC 911 Assist capability. A SYNC feature available since late 2009, it is the only vehicle-based, no-cost, non-subscription call-for-help system.

“I saw firsthand how SYNC 911 Assist could easily save someone’s life,” Bedewi said.

The SYNC 911 Assist feature provides additional peace of mind to drivers such as Bedewi, according to Michelle Moody, Ford cross vehicle marketing manager.

“Ford offers SYNC 911 Assist at no cost and with no subscriptions because it’s based on SYNC, a customer-focused technology born from our Silicon Valley mind-set of delivering affordable and enormous capability,” Moody said. “Ford SYNC 911 Assist is there for the life of the vehicle.”

via Ford SYNC 911 Assist: Non-Subscription Emergency Service Available in 2 Million Vehicles Provides Peace of Mind | Ford Motor Company Newsroom.

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Thomas McMahon — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 15:53:06 +0000

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Fiesta, Focus, Edge, Explorer Pace Ford’s 23 Percent Increase in February Retail Sales | See them at McMahon Ford your St. Louis Ford Dealership

Thomas McMahon — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 17:28:33 +0000

Ford’s February retail sales climbed 23 percent versus a year ago
Best month ever for Fiesta; Focus retail sales up 43 percent year-over-year
Explorer retail sales up 268 percent; Edge retail sales up 18 percent
Fusion, Escape set sales records – Fusion up 40 percent; Escape up 19 percent
Ford’s total February sales (including fleet) were 156,626, up 14 percent
Year-to-date sales were 283,943, up 14 percent; retail sales up 25 percent
Ford announces second quarter North American production

DEARBORN, Mich., March 1, 2011 – Consumer demand for Ford’s fuel-efficient vehicles continues to grow as February retail sales increased 23 percent versus a year ago.

Ford’s total February sales, including sales to fleet customers, were 156,626, up 14 percent.

“With oil nearing $100 per barrel and gasoline prices continuing to rise, consumers’ consideration for fuel economy once again is taking top billing,” said Ken Czubay, Ford vice president, U.S. Marketing, Sales and Service. “Ford’s investment in new products, engines and transmissions is delivering real value to our customers, and people are rewarding us for it.”

via Fiesta, Focus, Edge, Explorer Pace Ford’s 23 Percent Increase in February Retail Sales | Ford Motor Company Newsroom.

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Ford Delivers 12 Fuel Economy Leaders Across Its Lineup; Unrivaled Four Models in the Forties | McMahon Ford | St. Louis Ford Dealership

Thomas McMahon — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 16:30:48 +0000

Ford Motor Company offers at least 12 vehicles that lead their sales segments in fuel economy – including four vehicles with EPA-certified 40 mpg or higher fuel economy ratings – a claim no other full-line automaker can match
Fuel-saving EcoBoost™ engines arrive later this year for Ford Edge and Explorer; fuel-efficient Ford cars, utilities and trucks already in dealerships

DEARBORN, Mich., Feb. 25, 2011 – With oil nearing $100 per barrel and gasoline prices continuing to rise, Ford and Lincoln customers have reason to smile – 12 cars, trucks and utilities that lead their sales segments in fuel economy, including four with EPA-certified ratings of 40 mpg or more.

“Fuel economy and technology are consumers’ biggest priorities – and we have made them Ford’s as well,” said Mark Fields, Ford president, The Americas. “Our product portfolio reflects the investment Ford has made to transform our lineup in the past several years so our customers can be more green – and keep even more green in their wallets – than when fuel prices reached $4 per gallon in 2008.”

Now, from Ford Fiesta to Super Duty and Lincoln MKZ Hybrid to Lincoln MKT, the company’s lineup features improved aerodynamics and fuel-saving technologies including PowerShift, a Ford-designed dry dual-clutch automatic transmission available in the Ford Fiesta and all-new Focus, six-speed automatic transmissions, electric power-assisted steering (EPAS) and EcoBoost engines that save on fuel with no compromise to driving excitement.

The newest Ford vehicle in the fuel economy winner’s circle is the all-new Focus SFE, which today has been EPA certified at 40 mpg highway and 28 mpg city. Focus joins the 41 mpg city Fusion Hybrid and 40 mpg highway Fiesta in Ford’s 40 mpg and over club.

In addition, Lincoln MKZ Hybrid is the most fuel-efficient luxury sedan in America with its 41 mpg city EPA-certified rating, helping make Ford and Lincoln vehicles the most fuel efficient in the company’s 107-year history.

The arrival of the 2.0-liter EcoBoost engine later this year in the Edge crossover and Explorer SUV will see two more nameplates join Ford’s best-in-class mpg club.

via Ford Delivers 12 Fuel Economy Leaders Across Its Lineup; Unrivaled Four Models in the Forties | Ford Motor Company Newsroom.

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Ford Fiesta Becomes Segment’s First to Earn Top Safety Ratings in World’s Largest Auto Markets | see them at McMahon Ford your St. Louis Ford Dealership

Thomas McMahon — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 13:16:16 +0000

Ford Fiesta adds five-star safety rating in China to similar top ratings in Europe and Australia/New Zealand
Fiesta reaches 1 million sales in Europe, total global sales are 1,140,000
In North America, the 2011 Ford Fiesta earned a Top Safety Pick from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety – the first car in its segment to do so under new test standards
More than 55 percent of Fiesta body structure is made from ultra-high-strength steel

DEARBORN, Mich., Feb. 21, 2011 – The Ford Fiesta is now the first car in its segment to earn top crash test ratings in each of the world’s largest auto markets that perform safety testing, the U.S., China and Europe.

“Ford is committed to safety, including our efforts to deliver top crash test ratings that customers look to when choosing new vehicles,” said Sue Cischke, group vice president of Sustainability, Environment and Safety. “Fiesta is the latest example of that safety commitment, and shows that a small, fuel-efficient car can deliver top safety.”

Testing agencies in the U.S., China, Europe and Australia/New Zealand rate the Ford Fiesta at the top of the list for crash ratings. Fiesta’s latest maximum five-star safety rating was awarded by the China Automotive Technology and Research Center under the China New Car Assessment Program, or C-NCAP. This follows maximum five-star ratings in Europe and Australia/New Zealand.

The 2011 Ford Fiesta, the only car in its segment to earn a Top Safety Pick from the U.S. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety under its new test standards, continues to earn recognition in major global markets for its safety performance and rating in independent third-party testing.

via Ford Fiesta Becomes Segment’s First to Earn Top Safety Ratings in World’s Largest Auto Markets | Ford Motor Company Newsroom.

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SYNC APPLINK NOW AVAILABLE AS FREE DOWNLOAD; FORD FIESTA OWNERS FIRST WITH VOICE CONTROL OF APPS | Ford Motor Company Newsroom

Thomas McMahon — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 13:50:35 +0000

SYNC® AppLink, the industry-first software application that gives SYNC users hands-free voice control of their smartphone apps, is now available as a free download for 2011 Ford Fiesta owners at www.syncmyride.com

Ford announces that Apple iPhone will be compatible with AppLink, along with initially announced BlackBerry by RIM and Android-based smartphones

Pandora internet radio, Stitcher news radio and OpenBeak are the first SYNC-enabled mobile apps, some of which can be downloaded today from Android Market and BlackBerry App World, and soon from Apple App Store

SYNC AppLink comes first to 2011 Ford Fiesta owners, with more SYNC-equipped vehicles soon to follow

DEARBORN, Mich., Dec. 22, 2010 – More than 14,000 owners of SYNC®-equipped Ford Fiesta vehicles can start celebrating the holidays now by treating themselves to the gift of AppLink, a free software program that gives SYNC users voice control of apps stored on their smartphone.

The industry-first capability puts Ford out front in the race to integrate smartphone apps into the car. The AppLink download for Fiesta owners went live today on the SYNC owner website, www.syncmyride.com.

“More and more drivers are using their devices and their apps while in the car,” said Doug VanDagens, director of Ford Connected Services. “With AppLink, SYNC is a smarter solution for these drivers who choose to use these apps while driving – making it the only connectivity system available that can extend app functionality to the car using both voice and steering wheel controls.”

Ford is also announcing a surprise new member to the AppLink family: the Apple iPhone. The popular smartphone makes for a powerful addition, and will be joining Android and BlackBerry smartphones as compatible devices with the software that allows apps to be controlled through the SYNC voice recognition system – a smarter alternative to manually controlling apps while driving.

via SYNC APPLINK NOW AVAILABLE AS FREE DOWNLOAD; FORD FIESTA OWNERS FIRST WITH VOICE CONTROL OF APPS | Ford Motor Company Newsroom.

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SYNC AppLink Now Available as Free Download; Ford Fiesta Owners First With Voice Control of Apps (prnewswire.com)
Ford Sync AppLink ready to download for 2011 Ford Fiesta, iPhone support coming early next year (engadget.com)
Ford’s AppLink to be compatible with Apple’s iPhone (zdnet.com)
Pandora for Android adds Ford Sync AppLink compatibility (engadget.com)
Ford Sync AppLink goes live, iPhone due early 2011 (electronista.com)
Ford envisions a world of apps on wheels (reviews.cnet.com)
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FORD WINS POPULAR SCIENCE ‘BEST OF WHAT’S NEW’ FOR INFLATABLE REAR BELTS, FIESTA SMALL CAR | Ford Motor Company Newsroom

Thomas McMahon — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 15:19:20 +0000

Ford honored for inflatable rear seat belts and its 2011 Fiesta in latest edition of Popular Science“Best of What’s New” awards
Inflatable belts combine safety features of seat belts and airbags to help protect vulnerable rear seat passengers from head, neck and chest injuries in an accident
Ford Fiesta delivers best-in-class connectivity with its segment-exclusive SYNC® voice-activated communications system and available AppLink smartphone control software

DEARBORN, Mich., Nov. 17, 2010 – Ford Motor Company won two 2010 “Best of What’s New” awards today from Popular Science, marking the fourth straight year Ford has been honored by the world’s top science and technology magazine. The company’s inflatable rear seat belts and 2011 Fiesta won in the automotive category and will be featured in the publication’s December issue.

“Appearing for a fourth year in the Popular Science Best of What’s New awards is an important accomplishment for Ford, proving that we’re delivering innovative technology consumers really want and can use,” said Derrick Kuzak, Ford group vice president of Global Product Development. “Inflatable belts show how technology can benefit safety, while Fiesta proves that customers don’t have to sacrifice high-tech features when they choose to drive a small car.”

via FORD WINS POPULAR SCIENCE ‘BEST OF WHAT’S NEW’ FOR INFLATABLE REAR BELTS, FIESTA SMALL CAR | Ford Motor Company Newsroom.

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FORD RACING OFFERS RALLY PACKAGE FOR FIESTA, ANNOUNCES FIESTA CLASS FOR RALLY AMERICA SERIES | Ford Motor Company Newsroom

Thomas McMahon — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 12:26:49 +0000

Ford Racing Performance Group is bringing the Fiesta R2 rally kit to the U.S., developed by M-Sport, a move expected to thrill rally enthusiasts across the country

The R2 package offers several performance upgrades to give competitors a turnkey, rally-ready Fiesta, including powertrain enhancements that pump out 168 horsepower and 134 lb.-ft. of torque

New Fiesta Sport Trophy Championship will debut in RallyCar’s Rally America Series 2WD class for 2011, designed specifically for competitors who have the Fiesta R2 package installed by Team O’Neil

LAS VEGAS, Nov. 2, 2010 – For rally fans looking to imitate what successful Ford rally drivers Mikko Hirvonen, Jari-Matti Latlava and Ken Block have accomplished, a new Fiesta R2 rally package is the place to start.

Currently available throughout Europe, Ford Racing Performance Group is bringing the competition-ready package stateside to let enthusiasts turn their five-door Fiesta into a Fiesta R2 that’s ready to compete on the roads of RallyCar’s Rally America National Championship. The package is now available for order through Team O’Neil Motorsports, a division of Team O’Neil Rally School in New Hampshire (info@teamoneil.com).

“The spirit of One Ford is making it possible for us to bring the best of European rally racing to competitors in the U.S.,” said Jamie Allison, director, Ford North America Motorsport. “The Fiesta R2 has already proven itself in Europe as a great platform for aspiring rally drivers.”

The winner of the 2011 U.S. Fiesta Sport Trophy Championship will also have the opportunity to compete in the R2 class during next year’s Wales Rally GB.

Developed by M-Sport, Ford’s WRC partner since 1997, the kit will convert a production Fiesta to rally specification. Included in the package are engine parts that will increase the performance of the 1.6-liter Ti-VCT four-cylinder engine: pistons, conrods, camshafts, valve springs, injectors, airbox, air filter and a sump baffle kit. The performance enhancements deliver 168 horsepower and 134 lb.-ft. of torque, a 40 percent increase in horsepower over the production Fiesta.

Other upgrades include:

Five-speed Sadev sequential gearbox with flat shift gear cut
Reiger adjustable dampers with Eibach springs
Ventilated disc brakes with AP four-piston competition calipers
T45 steel multipoint roll cage

via FORD RACING OFFERS RALLY PACKAGE FOR FIESTA, ANNOUNCES FIESTA CLASS FOR RALLY AMERICA SERIES | Ford Motor Company Newsroom.

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FORD’S HOT-SELLING FIESTA TO MAKE 2010 SEMA DEBUT, PUT SMALL CAR STYLE, PERFORMANCE ON THE MAP | Ford Motor Company Newsroom

Thomas McMahon — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 18:19:23 +0000

Ford Fiestas will take center stage on the Ford stand at this year’s SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) show, to be held Nov. 2-5 at the Las Vegas Convention Center
Ford Fiesta provides the perfect platform for customers and aftermarket companies looking to express themselves in a fun, unique way. Owners have already begun customizing their Fiestas with graphics and accessories available through Ford, and SEMA takes that customization to the next level
The all-new Ford Fiesta features an expressive, vibrant design, sharp reflexes, and a global track record that will redefine U.S. small car customers’ expectations. With 15 available class-exclusive features and technologies and best-in-class highway fuel economy of up to 40 mpg, Fiesta brings efficiency and convenience together in one package

Dearborn, Mich., Oct. 7, 2010 – People love to modify small cars, so it’s no surprise that consumers and aftermarket companies are eager to get their hands on Ford’s hot-selling Fiesta, set to debut at this year’s SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) show in Las Vegas Nov. 2-5.

“The Fiesta is one of those vehicles that resonates with everybody – especially with the younger market. Whatever you’re into, it works,” said Melvin Betancourt, Ford specialty design manager. “It lends itself to a lot of different themes. It’s a perfect fit for the aftermarket and for customers who want to express their personality.”

“SEMA offers the perfect opportunity to showcase all the different ways the personalities of the Fiesta can be expressed,” said Sam De La Garza, Fiesta brand manager.

via FORD’S HOT-SELLING FIESTA TO MAKE 2010 SEMA DEBUT, PUT SMALL CAR STYLE, PERFORMANCE ON THE MAP | Ford Motor Company Newsroom.

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Thomas McMahon — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 12:05:14 +0000

Exceptional demand for the all-new Ford Fiesta, plus strong sales from Focus and Everest, help drive best overall sales since December 2007.
Fiesta has taken the Thai market by storm since its September 2 launch, finishing its first month of availability with nearly 3,500 bookings.

Bangkok, Thailand – October 4, 2010 - Led by exceptional demand for the all-new Ford Fiesta, Ford Thailand announced overall September sales that more than doubled from the same month a year ago, rising an impressive 114 percent to 1,520 units. The September sales total marked Ford Thailand’s best monthly performance since December 2007.

The new Fiesta has certainly lived up to its pre-launch buzz, finishing its first full month of availability in Thailand with sales of 838 units, and a total of nearly 3,500 orders. More than 65 percent of Thai customers to date have chosen the fully-equipped 1.6L Fiesta Sport model, reflecting a global trend among Fiesta buyers for high levels of features and options.

“We are absolutely delighted at the initial response to Fiesta, and are incredibly proud to have launched this exciting vehicle that truly has the Thai market buzzing. It’s clear that Thai consumers appreciate the Fiesta’s class-leading combination of design, safety, quality, fuel efficiency and cool technology,” said Saroj Kiatfuengfoo, senior vice president, Ford Thailand.

more ALL-NEW FIESTA HELPS FORD THAILAND MORE THAN DOUBLE SALES IN SEPTEMBER | Ford Motor Company Newsroom.

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NEW FIESTA CLOSES IN ON 1 MILLION SALES; HELPS ACCELERATE FORD’S GLOBAL GROWTH STRATEGY | Ford Motor Company Newsroom

Thomas McMahon — Thu, 30 Sep 2010 12:31:09 +0000

Fiesta attracting new customers to Ford around the world as global tastes converge around smart design, intuitive technology and connectivity, features and content normally found in larger vehicles
Nearly 1 million new Fiestas have been sold globally in more than 100 markets since October 2008; Fiesta is produced in five plants around the world
Fiesta is the first vehicle built on Ford’s global B-platform, which is expected to underpin 1.6 million vehicles per year by 2014
Fiesta is attracting, younger and more affluent buyers to Ford brand than previous models and a higher percentage of buyers trading in models from competing brands; buyers also are choosing higher trim levels with more features and options than Ford expected

Paris, Sept. 30, 2010 – Less than two years after its global rollout began in Europe, the Ford Fiesta is exceeding expectations – attracting a new breed of younger and more affluent customers to the Ford brand – and stands as the strongest proof yet that the One Ford plan is working.

The new Fiesta, produced in five plants in Europe, Asia and North America and sold globally in more than 100 markets, is expected to reach the 1 million sales mark in October.

“The Fiesta’s success shows the advantages of operating as One Ford and truly leveraging our scale and expertise,” said Alan Mulally, Ford president and CEO. “We worked together to design and build a great small car for the world – with leading quality, safety, fuel economy, smart design and value – and nearly a million customers have responded.”

more NEW FIESTA CLOSES IN ON 1 MILLION SALES; HELPS ACCELERATE FORD’S GLOBAL GROWTH STRATEGY | Ford Motor Company Newsroom.

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THE HATCH IS HOT: FORD FIESTA SALES SHOW TREND TOWARD FIVE-DOOR MODELS, PAVING WAY FOR FOCUS | at your St. Louis Ford Dealership

Thomas McMahon — Tue, 28 Sep 2010 14:19:52 +0000

New 2011 Ford Fiesta hatchback sales are countering conventional wisdom about hatch popularity in the U.S. market; Ford also is preparing to launch its all-new Focus in both hatch and sedan bodystyles
When Focus goes on sale, Ford will be the only full-line auto manufacturer to offer its B- and C-segment small cars in both sedan and hatch bodystyles in the U.S. market
American buyers may be showing shift to the utility of hatch configurations seen in other countries; European hatch take rates approach 99 percent in C-segment vehicles

DEARBORN, Mich., Sept. 28, 2010 – The hot new Ford Fiesta is defying conventional wisdom about hatchback cars in the American marketplace.

Ford sales figures show more than 60 percent of early Fiesta sales have been five-door hatchback models – a take rate that is bucking the national hatchback trend of just 8.3 percent in the 2009 model year, according to Wardsauto.com, a leading industry trade publication that tracks bodystyle trends.

The numbers also bolster Ford’s decision to offer the all-new Focus, to be shown in Paris on Sept. 30, in both hatch and sedan variants in the U.S. market. The addition of Focus will make Ford the only full-line vehicle manufacturer to offer both sedan and hatchback versions of its B- and C-car lineup in America.

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FORD DEBUTS FIESTA APP ON THE APP STORE; INTERACTIVE SALES BROCHURE BRINGS FIESTA TO LIFE | see the Fiesta at your St. Louis Ford Dealership

Thomas McMahon — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 13:30:29 +0000

New Ford Fiesta is adding an app for the Apple iPad to its list of technology offerings, providing users with interactive product information, photos, videos and available custom offerings
Fiesta is the first Ford vehicle to use an app to deliver a one-of-a-kind interactive brochure experience
The now available Fiesta App for iPad offers an interactive perspective on the vehicle’s 15 class-exclusive features, 40 mpg story, connectivity and accessories

DEARBORN, Mich., Sept. 17, 2010 – Fiesta fans have something to cheer about with the debut of a new interactive sales brochure that brings the features and attributes of Ford’s widely acclaimed new small car to iPad. In launching the Fiesta App in the App store, Ford is reaching out to customers in a brand-new and interactive way.

With more than 3 million Apple iPads sold, this is the perfect opportunity for Ford to reach out to customers, by creating an interactive sales brochure that provides a depth of information not found in a typical dealer brochure.

“Fiesta target consumers are heavily digitally inclined and often lead the way with new technology adoption. The Fiesta App gives these customers the information they want, in a format they expect,” said Thomais Zaremba, Ford car marketing communications manager. “It’s another way for us to reach out to customers in the digital and social media space.”

via FORD DEBUTS FIESTA APP ON THE APP STORE; INTERACTIVE SALES BROCHURE BRINGS FIESTA TO LIFE | Ford Motor Company Newsroom.

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