New exterior design with more prominent grille, new hood and new LEDsignature lighting give the latest Mustang a high-tech look Drivers of automatic-equipped Mustangs will be able to shift their own gears with new SelectShift Automatic™ transmission, now a standard feature Industry-first technology allows drivers to monitor their own acceleration, g force and braking on the track [...]
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Ford Mustang Boss 302: Back with More for 2013, Paying Homage to a ’70s Legend | Ford Motor Company Newsroom
2013 Ford Mustang Boss 302 builds on the heritage of the 1970 Boss 302 with new, reflective hockey stick graphics package – first modern application on a production car Also new for 2013 is heritage-inspired School Bus Yellow paint and Sterling Gray accents on Boss Laguna Seca, which delivers race-ready suspension, aerodynamic details and removed [...]
Ready, Set, Go: Track Apps on 2013 Ford Mustang Gives Drivers Instant Performance Information | Ford Motor Company Newsroom
2013 Ford Mustang gets even more technology upgrades including Track Apps, which delivers performance metrics through a 4.2-inch LCD productivity screen. Designed with enthusiasts in mind, it measures g forces, shows accelerationtimes in quarter-mile and 0-60 increments, and displays braking times complete with automatic and countdown starts Also new for 2013 Mustang are two audio systems that [...]
2013 Ford Shelby GT500 Debuts As Most Powerful Production V8 in the World with 650 Horsepower, Top Speed of 200+ MPH | Ford Motor Company Newsroom
New Ford Shelby GT500 is powered by an aluminum 5.8-liter supercharged V8 producing 650 horsepower and 600 lb.-ft. of torque, making it the most powerful production V8 engine in the world Nearly every vehicle system has been optimized including powertrain, brakes, gearing and suspension New Shelby GT500 sets a performance-driven design standard with new downforce- [...]
New 2013 Escape Launches Ford’s Innovative New Seats as Americans Drive Longer, Hurt More | Ford Motor Company Newsroom
With longer commutes causing American drivers to spend more time in their vehicles and have more back pain, comfortable seating is more important than ever The slimmer, lighter seats in the new 2013 Escape are one part of the overall weight reduction package in the vehicle, contributing to Ford’s goal to be the fuel economy [...]
New Ford Flex Brings More Technology, Better Fuel Economy, Modern Sophistication to Seven-Passenger Crossover | Ford Motor Company Newsroom
The latest three-row, seven-passenger Ford Flex offers comfort and advanced technology in a distinctive package, including sleek new front end and modern interior New Flex features the latest MyFord Touch® system, new safety and driver-aid features such as adaptive cruise control, Ford’s Blind Spot Information System (BLIS®) as well as push- button start, rear inflatable [...]
Faster, Simpler, Better: MyFord Touch Upgrade Provides New and Existing Customers Enhancements and New Features | Ford Motor Company Newsroom
Ford will launch performance upgrades and new features for MyFord Touch® beginning with 2013 models – no-charge upgrade will be available to existing owners Simpler graphics, faster touch-screen response and easier-to-use controls are among the many enhancements to the voice-activated in-car connectivity system DEARBORN, Mich., Nov. 7, 2011 – Ford customers said MyFord Touch® could [...]
Ford Opens Reservations for 2012 Focus Electric
2012 Focus electric is Ford’s first all-electric, 100% gas-free, passenger car and the first of five planned electrified vehicles Detailed product specifications and virtually build and price available at online website:http://www.ford.com/electric/focuselectric/2012/ Ford Certified EV dealers in California and New York/New Jersey markets will begin taking first orders for the 2012 Focus Electric SEATTLE, WA., Nov. [...]
The Hottest Trucks at SEMA Are Ford F-Series Pickups | Ford Motor Company Newsroom
Ford F-Series pickups have been officially recognized as the “Hottest Truck” at the 2011 SEMA show aftermarket trade conference in Las Vegas, for the second year in a row The SEMA Award honors vehicles that specialty equipment manufacturers believe are the best platforms for accessorizing and that showcase this year’s coolest products, according to SEMA [...]
Ford Racing to Show Focus ST-R at L.A. Auto Show; Global Ford Motorsports Development Strategy Continues to Grow | Ford Motor Company Newsroom
All-new Ford Focus ST-R race car to appear at Los Angelesas Ford further grows its global motorsports development portfolio Global Focus ST-based racer ready for action all around the world and available for purchase – technically based on Ford’s global Focus race car development program Fast, agile and competitive, Focus ST-R is aimed at professionals, [...]
