2008 Ford Focus Ready to Go
The new Ford Focus has not only been given a completely new look, but it has also been significantly improved in terms of interior design and craftsmanship. The new Focus will also be the first model of the new Ford ECOnetic line of ultra-low CO2 emission vehicles, and promises to deliver best-in-class CO2 emissions for conventional powertrain technology at just 115g/km.
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2008 Ford Mondeo Titanium X
The all-new Ford Mondeo, on sale from this month, is set to continue the car’s leading position as the UK’s top-selling large car (non-premium). Figures out from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders confirm that almost 22,000 customers bought a Ford Mondeo in the first five months of the year.
The striking new design of the new Ford Mondeo, together with its hi-tech and affordable features – many new to Ford and to the large car segment – are attracting early interest from numerous new customers.
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2008 Ford Kuga
Ford of Europe’s model range will have an all-new addition early in 2008 – The Ford Kuga. A preview model of the production vehicle will be presented to the press and public at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show, which opens on September 13.
“With the launch of the Ford Kuga, we will keep the promise that we gave at the Paris Motor Show 2006: to develop a stylish new model based on the stunning Ford iosis X concept car in less than two years,” said John Fleming, President and CEO, Ford of Europe.
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2008 Ford In-House Seat Designs
Months before the first seat was built and installed in the new Ford Flex crossover, a team of engineers working with sophisticated computers had designed and virtually perfected the seat from the comfort of their desks.
A trio of Ford engineers – Qin Pan, Joanna Rakowska and Michael Medoro – used sophisticated computer simulation technology to ensure that drivers and passengers of new-generation vehicles like the upcoming 2009 Ford Flex feel a minimum of vibration and just the right amount of road input.
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2008 Ford Shelby GT Convertible
The 2008 Ford Shelby GT convertible is being formally introduced to Shelby and Ford enthusiasts at the annual Mid-America Ford Performance and Shelby Meet, which opens today in Tulsa, Okla.
“The Shelby GT was engineered for people that put performance first,” said Carroll Shelby. “Working with Ford Racing, we created this Shelby to be an everyday driver that’s tuned for fun at the track. Those who value a well-balanced package will appreciate it. Those who don’t will be left behind staring at its tailpipes.”
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2008 Ford Mondeo Ghia Redesign
The striking new design of the new Ford Mondeo, together with its hi-tech and affordable features – many new to Ford and to the large car segment – are attracting early interest from numerous new customers.
Roelant de Waard, Ford of Britain chairman and managing director, said: “With our new flagship vehicle ready for launch, we are confident that the second half of the year will be really exciting – for ourselves, dealers and customers who are already filling up our order book.”
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2008 Ford Kuga Lands in Europe
The new Ford Kuga will go on sale throughout Europe during the first half of 2008. “When we unveiled the stunning iosis X Concept car at the 2006 Paris Motor Show I promised that in less than two years we would enter this segment with an all-new vehicle developed and built in-house,” said John Fleming, President and CEO, Ford of Europe.
“In delivering that promise, the commitment we also gave in Paris two years ago to add new and exciting niche vehicles to a newly energised Ford of Europe portfolio was also kept,” Fleming added.
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2007 Ford F-150 FX4
Ford F-Series, America’s best-selling full-size pickup for 29 years, is the culmination of more than 55 years of Built Ford Tough reliability, power and presence. Ford F-150 sets the industry standard for toughness, strength, safety, interior spaciousness, refinement, driving dynamics, stability, functionality, cargo capacity, comfort and style.
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2008 Ford Taurus Pricing
The new 2008 Ford Taurus – the most powerful, refined, roomiest and safest Taurus ever – will have a base manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) of $23,995, including destination and delivery. Comparably equipped, Ford’s iconic family sedan will be priced thousands of dollars less than sedans like the Toyota Avalon and the Chrysler 300.
Nearly 7 million Ford Taurus sedans have been built since 1985, and it remains one of the most recognized Ford vehicle names of all time – trailing only the Ford F-Series and Mustang.
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1914 Ford Model T After 100 years
The car that put the world on wheels, the Ford Model T, is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2008 and Ford is planning a year-long series of celebrations to honor the iconic vehicle.
Celebrations will officially commence at the 2008 Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance in Amelia Island, Fla., March 7-9. Ford has many other regional events in the works for a year filled with celebrations, including a special Model T display at the West Coast’s largest Ford enthusiast car show – the Fabulous Fords Forever! event at Knott’s Berry Farm Amusement Park in Anaheim, Calif., on Apr. 20th. In July, Ford Motor Company will be the title sponsor of the Model T Ford Club of America’s “T Party 2008” that will be held in Richmond, Ind.
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