2017 Ford Fiesta SE: Ford Owner’s Perspective on Spacious Interior | Fiesta | Ford

Ford owner Elena Muslar takes us through what she loves about her car, including its spacious interior and cargo area. Become a part of America’s best-selling brand. *

*Based on 2016 CY Sales.

Compare 2018 Chevy Tahoe vs 2018 Ford Expedition | Head to Head | Ford

Thinking about buying a 2018 Chevy Tahoe? Consider the 2018 Ford Expedition with a second and a third row for improved legroom, best in-class fuel economy* and more. Become a part of America’s best-selling brand with the Ford Expedition.

*EPA-estimated rating of 17 city/24 highway/20 combined mpg 4x2 SWB. Actual mileage will vary. Class is Extended Utilities based on Ford segmentation.

Life Hack Academy Transform Vintage Finds with Tia Mowry | EcoSport | Ford

Tia Mowry knows how vintage shopping can be a mess. She shares some of her quick fixes that will make packing and transforming vintage items easy and fun!

*2018 EcoSport First-Ever U.S./Canada markets.

2017 Ford Focus SEL: Ford Owner’s Perspective on Technology | Ford | Ford

Ford owner Diezavel Mandl takes us through what she loves most about her car, including Apple CarPlay™ compatibility, SYNC® 3, rear view camera and its power moonroof. Become a part of America’s best-selling brand.*

*Based on 2016 CY sales.

Compare 2018 GMC Yukon XL vs 2018 Ford Expedition Max | Head to Head | Ford

Thinking about buying a 2018 GMC Yukon XL? Consider the 2018 Ford Expedition Max with its rear Cargo Management System, best-in-class fuel economy* and more. Become a part of America’s best-selling brand with the Ford Expedition Max.

*EPA-estimated rating of 17 city/23 highway/19 combined mpg 4x2 LWB. Actual mileage will vary. Class is Extended Utilities based on Ford segmentation.

How to Prepare a Survival Kit in Case of Emergencies | EcoSport | Ford

Always be prepared for the unexpected with these useful hacks for building your own survival kit. 

*2018 EcoSport First-Ever U.S./Canada markets.

Merry Christmas!

May the magic and the wonder of the holiday season stay with you throughout the coming year

Life Hack Academy Road Trip Life Hacks | EcoSport | Ford

Road trips can be a pain if you are not prepared for the unexpected. Make the most of your road trips with these hacks!

*2018 EcoSport First-Ever U.S./Canada markets.

2017 Ford Focus SEL: Ford Owner’s Perspective on Advanced Technology | Focus | Ford

Ford owner Deborah Arneo-Lecesne takes us through the features she likes most about her car, including available SYNC® 3 and Apple CarPlay™ compatibility.* Become a part of America’s best-selling brand.**

*Requires phone with active data service and compatible software. SYNC3 does not control 3rd party products while in use. 3rd parties are solely responsible for their respective functionality.

**Based on 2016 CY sales.

2017 Ford Edge SEL Owner Testimonial | Edge | Ford

Ford owner Anna Soiz takes us through the 2017 Ford Edge SEL to detail what she loves most about her car. Some of her favorite things are a NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating*, Sync® 3, and its spacious cargo area.

*Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA's) New Car Assessment Program (www.safercar.gov).

FORD EXPANDS DISASTER RELIEF EFFORTS IN PUERTO RICO; INVESTS MORE THAN $1.2 MILLION FOR FOOD AND COMMUNITY AID

• Ford Motor Company Fund is investing more than $1.2 million to open temporary mobile community centers across Puerto Rico to provide access to food, resources and services
• Ford support includes college educational grants for community building, vehicle donations of Transit Connect cargo vans and an F-150, water filters and 10,000 new books
• Ford is collaborating with national and local nonprofits including Centros Sor Isolina Ferré, The Salvation Army, Red Cross, Enactus, LNESC, Boys & Girls Clubs, La Alianza para la Educación Alternativa, Proyecto NACER and First Book

PONCE, Puerto Rico, Dec. 19, 2017 – Ford Motor Company Fund is investing more than $1.2 million for expanded disaster relief efforts in Puerto Rico and spearheading a collaboration with nonprofits to bring much-needed vehicles, supplies and services to hurricane-devastated communities on the island.

Organized as a multiyear social mobility program, the Ford-led Centro de Movilidad Social will connect children and families with a range of services – from basic needs such as food, water, clothing and transportation, to longer-term recovery assistance through educational grants and job skills development.

“This effort is at the heart of Ford Fund’s mission to provide opportunities and access for people in need,” said Jim Vella, president, Ford Motor Company Fund – the philanthropic arm of Ford Motor Company. “Centro de Movilidad Social allows us to expand our ongoing efforts to help rebuild the lives of thousands of Puerto Ricans following Hurricane Maria.”

The program begins this month at Centros Sor Isolina Ferré in Ponce, where families can access food, water and other basic necessities, learn new skills, and engage with their community members in recovery efforts.

Ford is donating three immediate-response vehicles – two Transit Connect cargo vans and an F-150 – to travel across the island as pop-up mobile resource centers helping The Salvation Army and Red Cross Puerto Rico deliver food, water, clothing, shoes, medical assistance and educational resources to people in need. Ford’s investment includes 10,000 new books for students, plus water filters complete with guidance on how to clean water for use at home.

In 2018, Centro de Movilidad Social will expand to provide multiple temporary, community centers across the island. Additional educational and technology resources are in development to further assist with long-term and strategic recovery efforts.

As part of Ford’s broader outreach, the company announced the winners of the Ford College Community Challenge in Puerto Rico. The program is designed to empower students at higher education organizations to catalyze community-building projects that address pressing local needs.

Earlier this year, students were invited to design a strategy to support ongoing efforts to rebuild Puerto Rico. The following student teams will receive grants ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 to implement their plans:

• First place – University of Puerto Rico representing Rena-Cen, an eco-tourism and environmental conservation project in Luquillo
• Second place – Humacao Community College representing Habitat
• Third place – National University College in Bayamón representing Atabey, a community project to promote an entrepreneurial eco-system in Cataño

“Puerto Rico has always been important for Ford and we stand committed to continue helping local communities with resources, services, and access to basic needs,” said Gabriel López, president and CEO of Ford Mexico, who oversees Ford’s operations in Puerto Rico. “After bringing direct relief to communities with Ruta Solidaria Ford, our social mobility centers will be part of our contribution toward a long-term recovery for the Island”.

Centro de Movilidad Social is modeled after Ford Resource and Engagement Centers in Detroit and South Africa, where Ford brings together nonprofit groups to provide basic needs, educational services, job training, safe driving programs and other initiatives to meet community needs.

“Working with long-standing partners like The Salvation Army, Red Cross and others, we saw an opportunity to replicate some of our existing assistance models and bring them to an area where there’s an urgent need,” said Vella. “By leveraging the strengths, experience and programs we have in place elsewhere, we hope to have a greater and more immediate impact in disaster recovery efforts in Puerto Rico.”

Over the past seven years, Ford has invested more than $1.5 million in communities in Puerto Rico through Operation Better World.

Centro de Movilidad Social is an extension of the disaster assistance efforts Ford has undertaken this year. Immediately following the devastation of Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria, Ford activated its disaster relief efforts to match contributions to the American Red Cross – up to $300,000 for each hurricane. Contributions from Ford Fund, plus Ford employee and dealership donations are now nearing $1 million.

Ford: Returning to Our Roots to Look Toward the Future | Ford

As a revolutionary company whose start in Detroit lead to innovations in the industry, Ford plans to return to its roots in Corktown, a crossroads of connectivity in the Motor City. Talent and technology will intersect, and Ford will look toward the future in the pursuit of making it easier and cleaner to move in the cities of tomorrow.

A Detroit Firehouse’s Holiday Surprise | F-150 | Ford

As part of Ford’s continuous efforts in our community - see how we partnered up with Denis Leary and the Detroit Lions to surprise a group of Detroit firehouses for the holidays.

‘Mystery Van’ Helping Self-Driving Cars Communicate with People | Autonomy | Ford

As the self-driving future nears, we’re testing the next phase in autonomous technology to learn how these vehicles can communicate with pedestrians. We worked with the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute to explore this new development, and see how pedestrians on campus reacted to a vehicle that appeared to be driving itself.

Omar Conteh: A Ford Family Away From Home

Omar Conteh: A Ford Family Away From Home

FORD EMPLOYEES ARE LEADING THE WAY TO A BETTER WORLD, ENERGIZING FORD’S IMPACT ON MAKING PEOPLE’S LIVES BETTER

• The Ford Volunteer Corps enlisted employees for more than 36,000 volunteer opportunities around the world to help raise the quality of life for people
• Ford employees and dealers pitched in to assist disaster relief efforts following hurricanes, floods and wildfires
• Ford Motor Company Fund is working to advance innovation, social mobility and access to the basic needs and services that can connect people to a better life

DETROIT, Dec. 15, 2017 – From disaster relief contributions to community service projects, Ford Motor Company employees around the world went beyond their daily jobs in 2017 to leave a positive impact where they live and work.

In total, the Ford Volunteer Corps filled 36,488 volunteer opportunities in more than 1,700 community service projects during 2017 – an increase of more than 3,000 participants and 200-plus projects from last year. Ford employees installed clean water systems, built homes, renovated shelters and schools and fed the hungry in 40 countries, working more than 237,000 hours for people in their cities, towns and villages. The time donated by Ford volunteers is the equivalent of a financial investment of $5.72 million.

Ford volunteers put their engineering know-how to work for children facing mobility challenges by making modifications to toy trucks that help the kids move about with their friends who can run and walk. Ford employees created music playlists for dementia patients, hoping to stimulate happy memories and connect them with deep-rooted feelings of peace and joy. And Ford volunteers helped vacant city lots spring back to life with flower and vegetables gardens that benefit entire neighborhoods.

“Our employees are the heart and soul of this company,” said Bill Ford, executive chairman, Ford Motor Company. “Their energy, creativity and dedication to making people’s lives better is what makes Ford truly special.”

Ford employees also contributed to disaster relief efforts following hurricanes, floods and wildfires in 2017. As Ford and Ford Fund contributed vehicles and financial aid to disaster relief teams in Texas, Florida and Mexico, Ford employees and dealers reached into their own pockets to personally donate more than $500,000 to help people get back on their feet in the wake of this year’s devastating wave of natural disasters. Ford volunteers also stepped up to assist families with cleanup and held collection drives for essential items identified by local non-profits.

Along with the ongoing Ford Volunteer Corps’ initiatives, Ford employees have the opportunity to participate in additional programs that demonstrate the company’s commitment to helping build stronger communities around the world.

The Bill Ford Better World Challenge inspires Ford employees to brainstorm ideas that could transform daily life and solve global problems in communities worldwide where Ford does business. Meeting this year’s challenge is a Ford Volunteer Corps project in India that will improve sanitary conditions in an underserved village by installing hundreds of SMART toilets, while also teaching residents good hygiene habits. In Mexico, a new community center will be built to offer residents in a remote location access to clean drinking water, a rarity in that part of the country, along with bathrooms equipped with flush toilets and handwashing facilities.

Additionally, Ford’s Thirty Under 30 philanthropic leadership program is designed to empower young Ford employees – under the age of 30 – to work with and learn about philanthropic organizations to address hunger, homelessness and other urgent community needs. Nearly 400 younger Ford employees recently applied for the 30 seats in the program’s third class.

“Ford’s younger generation of employees will be a powerful force for good with their creative thinking and unique insights that can elevate and complement traditional philanthropy,” said Jim Vella, president, Ford Motor Company Fund. “They want to help us better serve people in our communities and we are helping to equip them with the tools and resources to make it happen.”

Clever Car Hacks

Do you always forget what side your fuel door is on? Or what to do when your windows won’t stop fogging up? In most cases, there’s a common-sense car hack for that. In this week’s segment of Driving Smart, Matt Schmitz shares a few that will make driving a bit more enjoyable.

Ford Model T Assembly Line (1919)

Ford Motor Company produced these films to document the assembly of the Model T. The film begins with Part 5 -- this footage was edited out of order -- at a point when the Model T is near completion. As the car moves down the assembly line, workmen -- each assigned a specific task -- maneuver parts into position and attach them to the vehicle. Ford's use of the moving assembly line revolutionized auto making and provided affordable, reliable cars for Americans.

Life Hack Academy Winter Packing Hacks with Tia Mowry | EcoSport | Ford

Tia Mowry recommends some packing hacks to save you space and pack what you need for winter getaways, and with SYNC© 3 navigation in the Ford EcoSport, you can always get to your destination on time.

SECOND-HAND CAR? MUSTANGS DESTINED FOR SCRAPHEAP GET NEW LIFE AS HIGH END WATCHES

It could be the ultimate Christmas present for the petrol head in your life – a handmade watch, lovingly crafted from components that in a previous existence were used in classic Ford Mustangs.

The idea is the brainchild of Christian Mygh and Jonathan Kamstrup, who together scour salvage yards around the world for models, each of which can be transformed into hundreds of unique timepieces, costing from $1,495.

For the true Mustang enthusiast, REC Watches, based in Denmark, will even create an entirely new watch from parts donated by customers, including World Champion Drifter and professional fun-haver Vaughn Gittin Jr., who wears a watch that includes carbon fibre bodywork from his 700‑horsepower World Drift Series Ford Mustang RTR.

“Most people would just see a pile of metal, a ghost of a Mustang. We see something completely different – the soul of a car and a story that needs to be told,” said co-founder Mygh. “I’m not cutting up Mustangs. I’m bringing Mustangs that are beyond repair back to life as a watch.”

To ensure these stories continue to be told, REC Watches painstakingly trace the history of each vehicle; talking to previous owners, collecting stories and images from the car’s past lives, and incorporating them into a bespoke video.

Each finished design incorporates the vehicle identification number, year of production and classic Mustang design cues. A power dial designed to look like a fuel gauge shows remaining battery life, and the hands, date, and dial numbers are all influenced by the iconic car’s dashboard. On one trip to Sweden, the team struck gold with a rare 1966 Raven Black model that has become the basis for their limited edition P51-04 collection of 250 watches.

Named after a World War II fighter plane and launched in 1964, Mustang’s radical styling and aggressive performance made it an instant classic. Its superstar status was cemented by a starring role in the 1968 action movie “Bullitt” with Steve McQueen, as well as a string of songs and films focused on, or incorporating the groundbreaking car. The modern-day Ford Mustang keeps the excitement alive with exhilarating high-performance from the 450 PS 5.0-litre V8 engine and the 290 PS 2.3-litre EcoBoost unit.

Life Hack Academy DIY Gift Wrapping Hacks with Tia Mowry | EcoSport | Ford

Tia Mowry creates a DIY Gift-Wrapping Station to make holiday preparation easier for all the seasonal commutes. With help from the Ford EcoSport ease holiday stress with the optional FordPass App to unlock the doors and have the car running when it’s time to go.

Right of Way: A Short Film About the Next Era of Transportation | Sustainable Innovations | Ford

The way we move about the world is changing. Join us as we travel to cities across the globe and meet the people revolutionizing their communities. Right of Way is a new documentary brought to you by Ford and VICE Impact.

VICE and Ford have teamed up to discuss the future of mobility. The transportation divide affects everything from healthcare and employment to education and food sources. Ford believes that mobility is a human right that becomes even more important as congestion rises throughout the world, and is committed to helping people move freely, both today and tomorrow. To learn more about the future of mobility, visit FordGoFurther.com.

Morning Hacks with Tia Mowry’s Quick Fix | Ecosport | Ford

Tia Mowry knows how mornings can be chaotic. She shares some of her quick fixes that will make your morning a little more enjoyable and get you out the door in a flash with a little help from the Ford EcoSport.

KING OF WORK: 2018 FORD SUPER DUTY IS AMERICA’S MOST POWERFUL, MOST CAPABLE HEAVY-DUTY PICKUP TRUCK EVER

• For the most demanding pickup truck customers, the 2018 Ford F-Series Super Duty works harder thanks to its newly upgraded 6.7-liter Power Stroke® V8 diesel engine offering best-in-class 450 horsepower and 935 lb.-ft. of torque
• Super Duty continues as the heavy-duty champ, owning key capability claims in the segment: horsepower, torque, gooseneck towing, conventional towing and payload
• F-450 4x2 Crew Cab pickup joins Super Duty lineup for 2018, delivering best-in-class 34,000-pound towing capacity with properly equipped gooseneck connections

DEARBORN, Mich., Dec. 5, 2017 – Ford, America’s truck leader for 40 straight years, delivers for customers once again for 2018, creating America’s most powerful and capable heavy-duty pickup trucks ever – thanks to best-in-class horsepower and torque from a newly upgraded 6.7-liter Power Stroke® diesel engine.

“Super Duty customers expect the best, and for 2018 we’re giving our customers even more power and torque from our 6.7-liter Power Stroke diesel – delivering the most horsepower and torque available among all heavy-duty pickups,” said Todd Eckert, Ford truck group marketing manager. “Plus, our new F-450 pickup now includes a 4X2 model, enabling our customers to get more done with the segment’s best payload and towing.”

The 2018 Super Duty continues to deliver Built Ford Tough durability, capability, and functionality while now owning five key best-in-class heavy-duty truck segment claims:

• Best-in-class 450 horsepower (a 10 horsepower improvement over 2017)
• Best-in-class 935 lb.-ft. of torque (a 10 lb.-ft. improvement over 2017)
• Best-in-class 34,000 pounds of gooseneck towing, when properly equipped (a 1,500-pound improvement for the new F-450 4x2 model)
• Best-in-class 21,000-pound conventional hitch towing
• Best-in-class 7,630-pound payload capacity

Upgrades to the 2018 Ford 6.7-liter Power Stroke engine include redesigned cylinder heads for added strength under higher loads, plus optimized fuel and turbo boost calibrations to take advantage of the increased cylinder head capacity for increased horsepower and torque.

Ford is the only heavy-duty truck manufacturer that designs and builds its own diesel engine and transmission combination – ensuring the powertrain works seamlessly with all chassis components and vehicle calibrations. This approach enables Ford engineers to optimize vehicle performance across the entire lineup and to further refine the powertrain to the specific needs of the customer.

34,000 Pounds of Towing Force

For those who rely on their pickups to haul big trailers to get the job done, the new F-450 Super Duty 4x2 dual-rear-wheel truck is now available for both retail and fleet customers – offering greater strength, efficiency and durability.

Leveraging the benefits of a high-strength steel box frame, integrated gooseneck hitch mounts, and added load capacity thanks to Ford’s proprietary high-strength, military-grade, aluminum-alloy body, the 2018 F-450 4x2 tows even more with its lighter, more efficient driveline. The result is the most capable, robust and efficient Super Duty tow machine ever, delivering a best-in-class 34,000 pounds of gooseneck towing capacity.

The 2018 Super Duty F-450 4x2 dual-rear-wheel pickup will be available this winter in XL, XLT, Lariat and Platinum series offerings. Base MSRP is $52,830, which includes $1,295 destination and delivery charges.

Ford Service Professionals: Nobody Knows Your Ford Better | One Ford | Ford

No one knows your Ford better than Ford and Ford Service. With over 47 million Ford vehicles on the road today, there’s only one team that can keep you on the road and help you go further.

Dealership Preparation: Simple Interest | Auto Finance 101 | Ford

Learn how simple interest, the most common method of calculating automotive finance charges, is calculated and be ready when you head to the dealership.

NEW F-150 NAMED 2018 MOTOR TREND TRUCK OF THE YEAR; FORD FIRST WITH FULL TRUCK LINE BACK-TO-BACK WINS

• New F-150 earns 2018 Motor Trend Truck of the Year for the fifth time to score back-to-back wins for Ford F-Series on the heels of the all-new Super Duty capturing top honors for 2017
• F-150 win comes after Motor Trend editors evaluated 2018 F-150 XL, Lariat, Platinum and Raptor trucks against the latest competitive offerings for design, engineering excellence, safety, value, efficiency and performance
• Even tougher, even smarter and even more capable new Ford F-150 features best-in-class fuel economy and towing, class-exclusive technologies, plus new Built Ford Tough exterior design and freshened interiors

Los Angeles, Nov. 27, 2017 – Ford, America’s truck leader for 40 straight years, has bested all competitors to earn 2018 Motor Trend Truck of the Year honors for the new Ford F-150. This is the fifth win for F-150, and this award follows the all-new Ford Super Duty capturing the award in 2017.

“Back-to-back wins for F-150 and Super Duty reflect what we’re also seeing and hearing from customers as we celebrate 40 straight years as America’s favorite and best-selling trucks,” said Raj Nair, Ford executive vice president and president, North America. “The Ford Truck team stretched further than ever to deliver our toughest, most capable and smartest trucks.”

“This year’s competition was fierce, but the vote was unanimous,” said Ed Loh, Motor Trend editor in chief. ”The newly redesigned 2018 F-150 exceeded our expectations in every category – powertrain, performance, technology and overall execution.”

The Ford F-150 line went up against the latest competitive truck offerings in a program that combined empirical and real-world testing to find the truck that best met the award’s key criteria: advancement in design, engineering excellence, safety, value, efficiency and performance of intended function. Motor Trend editors put to the test four vehicles from the Ford pickup lineup: the 2018 F-150 XL with the all-new 3.3-liter V6 engine, F-150 Lariat with the all-new 2.7-liter EcoBoost®, F-150 Platinum with an enhanced 5.0-liter V8, and the high-performance off-road F-150 Raptor.

Judges cited overall towing capability, advanced technology functionality and powertrain performance among their favorite F-150 attributes. They also noted exemplary on- and off-road driving performance, best-in-class fuel economy and innovative cab design as F-150 strengths.

New features and improvements put F-150 over the top
The 2018 F-150 features a number of design updates and technology enhancements across its powertrain, driver-assist and connectivity offerings, making it tougher, smarter and more capable than ever.

Major exterior freshening across the lineup includes new grilles, bumpers, headlights, tail lamps, tailgate outers, wheels and more. Interior updates on XLT Sport, XLT Special Edition, Lariat, King Ranch, Platinum and Limited trucks include color and material changes for seats, instrument panel and console trim. An all-new B&O PLAY™ audio system by HARMAN is also available.

With an EPA-estimated rating of 20 mpg city, 26 mpg highway and 22 mpg combined, the second-generation 2.7-liter EcoBoost-equipped F-150 delivers best-in-class fuel economy. Powered by the 3.5-liter EcoBoost, F-150 offers best-in-class towing capacity of 13,200 pounds.

F-150 shines with clever design, all-new 3.3-liter engine, towing capability
Design elements such as rear-hinged doors on the SuperCab truck that ease access to the rear passenger compartment, an available twin-panel power moonroof, and new technology features like Apple CarPlay and SYNC 3 got high marks from Motor Trend editors.

“Ford deserves a lot of credit for how the extended cab is designed,” said one judge. “Unlike its rivals with B-pillars and normal opening doors, the nearly 180-degree-opening rear doors and flat load floor allow owners to maximize utility in the back, and make it easier for passengers to get in and out.”

Praise for the F-150 XL with all-new 3.3-liter V6 engine touched on how easily the truck can tow trailers weighing 7,700 pounds – the maximum rating for the base engine.

“The 3.3-liter has zero trouble towing a 5,000-pound trailer,” said one judge. “Tow/Haul mode keeps the gears low and the engine roaring, with no shift shock. This powertrain is more than adequate to get F-150 down the road quickly.”

In terms of the overall lineup, Motor Trend editors were impressed with the ease and accuracy of features such as Pro Trailer Backup Assist and a multi-angle 360-degree camera system, as well as F-150’s competent powertrains. One judge, an admitted towing novice, said the truck’s towing capabilities are simply “fantastic.”

High series trucks, all-new EcoBoost elicit ‘wows’
Motor Trend editors were as impressed with the power and handling of the all-new 2.7-liter EcoBoost V6 in F-150 Lariat as they were with the truck’s ride and level of luxury appointments. The chassis smooths out large road undulations with ease, and steering is “shockingly precise,” they reported.

“Wow, I thought this was the V8 when I first hopped in,” said one. “Power delivery is excellent, with no perceivable lag. This 2.7-liter turbo is all the engine most folks will ever need.”

Judges also tested the F-150 Platinum with 5.0-liter V8 that features significant upgrades, including advanced dual port and direct-injection technology and spray-on bore liner technology for reduced weight and best-in-class payload capacity of 3,270 pounds. The enhanced engine is paired to a segment-first 10-speed Ford SelectShift™ automatic transmission with four selectable drive modes – normal, tow/haul, snow/wet and sport. The new 10-speed automatic is shared with the 2.7-liter and 3.5-liter EcoBoost engines as well.

One Motor Trend editor said the 5.0-liter V8 is a sweetheart of an engine, with tons of power.

“It cruises oh so well, and tows like a champ,” he reported. “It didn’t seem to struggle at all with a 9,000-pound trailer attached. This truck is happy to be put to work.”

F-150 Raptor is a class of one
With 450 horsepower and 510 lb.-ft. of torque, F-150 Raptor impressed judges with the quick and responsive kick from its twin-turbocharged, high-output 3.5-liter EcoBoost engine, enhanced by its segment-exclusive Ford SelectShift 10-speed automatic and industry-leading six-mode Terrain Management System™. Raptor’s high-strength, military-grade, aluminum-alloy body saves 500 pounds over the previous model, which pays off in a stronger, more agile truck.

“As great as this thing is off-road, it’s shocking how good it is on pavement,” said one judge. “It’s more than happy to carve corners with precise steering, good brakes, great power and a suspension that hunkers down and leans into corners.”

F-150 Raptor’s competition-proven chassis sets the performance bar with its second-generation BFGoodrich KO2 tires designed exclusively for the truck’s extended off-road capabilities. In addition, FOX shocks, jointly engineered by Ford Performance and FOX, feature three-inch-diameter shock canisters and nine-stage bypass damping to optimize suspension control and provide massive suspension travel that includes 13 inches at the front and 13.9 inches at the rear.

Built at Dearborn Truck Plant in Michigan and Kansas City Assembly Plant in Missouri, the 2018 F-150 is available now at Ford dealerships nationwide.

ALL-NEW FORD EXPEDITION AND NEW F-150 CLAIM 2018 KELLEY BLUE BOOK BEST BUY AWARDS; FOURTH YEAR IN A ROW FOR F-150

Los Angeles, Nov. 28, 2017 – Ford earned top honors from Kelley Blue Book – a leading industry buyer’s guide – for its all-new 2018 Ford Expedition and the new 2018 Ford F-150 – the fourth consecutive year the F-150 has won a Kelley Blue Book Best Buy Award.

The annual awards come as the result of a year-long comparative vehicle evaluation and test regimen by the experts at Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com. The analysis included vehicle pricing, 5-Year Cost to Own data, consumer reviews and ratings, and vehicle sales information.

Kelley Blue Book awarded Best Buy Awards in 12 major vehicle categories in a head-to-head competition, posting a VIDEO outlining the testing regimen on KBB.com.

The all-new 2018 Ford Expedition continues to receive rave reviews for its sleek new styling, efficient EcoBoost® engine and advanced drive/passenger/powertrain technology. Plus, owners appreciate Expedition’s innovative, best-in-class rear seating and storage solutions.

“A decade is a long time to wait for a major model makeover, but Ford’s efforts have earned the Expedition its first Best Buy Award right out of the gate. From powertrain and driving dynamics to technology and practicality, the 2018 Ford Expedition is the new class leader,” KBB.com editors.

Updated for 2018, the new Ford F-150’s updates include more than fresh exterior styling updates with best-in-class towing, payload and fuel economy*, plus more powertrain and driver assist technology than ever.

“For four years straight, the Ford F-150 has taken the pickup truck honors in our Best Buy competition. And, for four years straight, nobody else has come close to toppling it. This year, Ford updated the styling, added a new base engine, expanded the availability of its excellent 10-speed automatic, and promises to add a turbodiesel to its lineup of engines later this year,” KBB.com editors.

Large SUV - 2018 KBB.com Best Buys

The Kelley Blue Book Best Buys highlight exceptional vehicles in 12 categories, along with an overall winner. In the full-size SUV category we have a new king, the all-new 2018 Ford Expedition. Now clothed in aluminum the body-on-frame 2018 Expedition is both lighter and more powerful courtesy of a standard 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6. Spacious and handsome the 2018 Ford Expedition delivers full-size capabilities in a friendly, functional package. Add Ford’s track record for quality and dependability in its truck lineup and you’ve got a Kelley Blue Book Best Buy.

Pickup Truck - 2018 KBB.com Best Buys

The Kelley Blue Book Best Buy awards highlight exceptional vehicle values in 12 categories, along with an overall winner.

Taking the prize in the Pickup Truck category for the fourth year in a row is the Ford F-150. Even though it’s a carry-over winner Ford has not let the F-150 languish.

Big changes for 2018 can be found under the hood where a new 3.3-liter V6 engine delivers more base horsepower than the outgoing 3.5-liter allowing it to tow up to 7,700 pounds. Meanwhile the optional 2.7-liter Ecoboost, 3.5-liter Ecoboost, and 5.0-liter V8 engines each come paired with a nifty new 10-speed automatic transmission.

Blending functionality, reliability, brawny looks, strong resale values, and an advanced aluminum-rich design the 2018 Ford F-150 embodies what it means to be a Kelley Blue Book Best Buy.

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The fun continutes as Loni Love helps Joanna prank her friend Maya while driving around in the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor. Nobody knows how to prank like Loni, and no one loves cars more.

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We’re proud to honor our Veterans at home and abroad and working with the Detroit platoon of The Mission Continues this Thanksgiving and by giving them a new 2018 F-150 to help their work in the Detroit community.

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Happy Thanksgiving!

What if, today, we were grateful for everything? 

-Charlie Brown

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2017 Fusion V6 Sport Owner Testimonial | Fusion | Ford

Ford owner Travis Parks takes us through his 2017 Ford Fusion V6 Sport and shows us what he loves most about his Ford. With a sleek design and available high tech features, it’s easy to see why the 2017 Ford Fusion V6 Sport can be the car for you too.

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See how Ford continues to push the technologies built especially for trucks and shows the new 2018 Ford F-150 doesn’t just raise the bar, it is the bar.

Loni Love and the Rock Musical | Loni Loves Cars | Ford

Loni Love takes the showroom to a whole new level with lights, camera and action!

2017 F-250 LARIAT Owner Testimonial | Super Duty® | Ford

Ford owner Jarrod Dreher takes us through the 2017 Ford Super Duty® F-250 LARIAT and shows us what he loves most about his truck, including its towing and payload capability, comfort features, and fuel economy.

SYNC® 3 Navigation: Advanced Features | Ford How-To | Ford

Your Ford vehicle’s available SYNC 3 with optional Navigation System with SiriusXM Traffic with Travel Link includes voice-guided directions, traffic information and 3-D mapping to any destination you desire.

2018 Ford Expedition Review: First Impressions

Ford redesigned its big people mover for 2018 and we got to crawl around the new Expedition at the 2017 Chicago Auto Show. The three-row, body-on-frame SUV boasts sleeker styling and an all-aluminum body outside, and a roomier interior and revised control panel inside. Watch the video for more.

2018 Ford Expedition - Review and Road Test

The 2018 Ford Expedition has the towing abilities and ruggedness buyers expect from a full-size SUV but hiding beneath its hulking shape is an impeccably usable interior, helpful technology, a powerful EcoBoost V6 engine, and expanded use of lightweight aluminum. The 2018 Expedition is undoubtedly the best version yet but does Ford’s full-size SUV have what it takes to topple contenders like the Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Toyota Sequoia? Kelley Blue Book’s Micah Muzio climbed aboard the 2018 Ford Expedition to find out.

Using 10-Speed Automatic with SelectShift® Capability | Ford How-To | Ford

This informative video will help explain how the 10-speed automatic with SelectShift® can help improve drivability and performance by skipping gears during certain driving conditions

2018 Ford Expedition Review | Test Drive | Edmunds

The Ford Expedition is all-new for 2018 and Edmunds Senior Writer Mark Takahashi had the opportunity to review the car from grille to tailgate.

The 2018 Ford Expedition received a ground-up redesign that maintains the strengths of previous models while addressing their drawbacks. Despite its full-size SUV status, it's far easier to drive than you'd expect. Combined with a spacious interior, loads of features and best-in-class towing capacities, it's easy to see why we consider it a top pick.

Ken Block Tests the Ford Performance Drift Stick | Ford Performance

Introducing the world's first electronically controlled performance handbrake, designed by Ford Performance and tested by Ken Block.

SYNC® AppLink® Overview | Ford How-To | Ford

Your Ford vehicle’s available SYNC system may be equipped with a feature called SYNC AppLink that allows you to control certain SYNC-compatible apps you have downloaded on your smartphone. SYNC AppLink with FordPass™ can also send vehicle health alerts directly to your smartphone.

How to Use the Windshield Wiper De-Icer | Ford How-To | Ford

Your Ford vehicle’s available windshield wiper de-icer can help prevent the wipers from freezing to the windshield and produces a clean sweep while clearing snow and ice in cold weather.

How to Adjust SYNC® 3 Touchscreen Brightness | Ford How-To | Ford

You can adjust the brightness of your available SYNC 3 touchscreen, turn the display off, or set the display to automatically dim in low light conditions.

How to Adjust SYNC® 3 Volume | Ford How-To | Ford

Adjusting the volume on your available SYNC 3 with optional Navigation System so you can easily hear your text messages, navigation directions, phone calls and more is simple.

Electric Vehicle Value Charge with Available SYNC® 3 | SYNC 3 How-To | Ford

With Value Charge, you can schedule charging for when your vehicle’s rates are lowest at any location at which you’ve previously charged or plugged in.

Value Charge based on your local utility company’s participation. Contact your local utility company to learn what rate plans are available, and to sign up for the plan that works best for you. FordPass is available on the App Store® or Google Play.™ Message and data rates may apply. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. Google Play is a trademark of Google Inc.

The 2018 Ford Mustang Meets the Speed Family | Mustang | Ford

Meet the Speed family as they showcase their passion for all things Ford Mustang and their unique collection of classic cars, followed by a test-drive in the 2018 Ford Mustang.

Pre-Collision Assist with Pedestrian Detection | Ford How-To | Ford

Your Ford may be equipped with available Pre-Collision Assist with Pedestrian Detection that can alert you if it senses a potential collision in front of you with a vehicle or pedestrian.* The system’s radar and camera technology will alert you with audio and visual warnings if a collision is imminent. 

*Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver’s attention, judgment and need to control the vehicle. Pre-Collision Assist with Pedestrian Detection can detect pedestrians, but not in all conditions and does not replace safe driving. See owner’s manual for system limitations.

2017 Ford Fusion: Make A Statement | Fusion | Ford

2017 Ford Fusion: Make A Statement | Fusion | Ford

Receive Vehicle Health Alerts Powered by FordPass™ | Ford How-To | Ford

With the FordPass app* and a SYNC®, SYNC 3 or SYNC Connect equipped vehicle, when you see a warning light in your information display, you can also receive an alert on your phone providing you with more information on what is happening and what you should do. FordPass is available to download from the App Store® and Google Play™.

*FordPass smartphone app is available via download and compatible with select smartphone platforms. FordPass is on the App Store and Google Play. Learn more at Fordpass.com. Message and data rates may apply.

PASSIONATE MUSTANG TEAM WORKS AFTER-HOURS TO CREATE NEW PERFORMANCE PACK FOR ULTIMATE ROAD-HUGGING THRILL RIDE

• New Mustang GT Performance Pack Level 2 raises Mustang GT’s game and bridges the gap between GT Performance Pack and GT350
• Performance Pack Level 2 is accentuated by a lower, more aggressive stance, aerodynamically balanced high-performance front splitter and rear spoiler – all designed to add more downforce to attack curves for an exhilarating feel behind the wheel
• Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires, retuned steering and MagneRide® suspension deliver ultra-responsive road-gripping capabilities in new manual transmission-equipped Mustang GT with Performance Pack Level 2

DEARBORN, Mich., Oct. 23, 2017 – Evenings in the garage. Weekends at the track. Gearheads everywhere can appreciate the extra time and effort the Mustang team took to quickly prototype and hone the Performance Pack Level 2 for the new 2018 Ford Mustang GT.

“A passion to create something special is what really drove this project,” said Tom Barnes, Mustang vehicle engineering manager. “And that really showed in the off-the-clock way we went about doing our work.”

Longtime tire and wheel engineer Chauncy Eggleston led development of unique 19-inch wheels that help provide notable steering and handling response improvements. Mustang veteran Jonathan Gesek, former aerodynamics specialist at NASA and now with Ford’s aerodynamics group, spearheaded development of a high-performance front splitter and rear spoiler. And Jamie Cullen, Ford supervisor for vehicle dynamics development, led road test efforts to ensure the car delivers ultra-responsive steering, braking and handling performance.

The result of their covert efforts is available to order now and will reach North American showrooms this spring when pony car enthusiasts can get the new 2018 Ford Mustang GT with Performance Pack Level 2, a collection of drive-enhancing components designed for – and by – people who love the thrill of taking the wheel of a true performance car.

“It will just beg you to go faster,” said Cullen. “The car has lightning-quick response and never gives up grip.”

Performance Pack Level 2 includes all of the features of Performance Pack Level 1 – unique chassis and antilock brake tuning, unique stability control and electric power-assisted steering, Brembo™ six-piston front brake calipers with larger rotors, a k-brace, larger radiator, silver-painted strut tower brace and a TORSEN® rear differential with 3.73 axle ratio.

It’s highlighted by a lower stance, a redesigned front splitter and rear spoiler, and 305/30/R19 Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires wrapped around split-fitment aluminum wheels – 19x10.5-inch front and 19x11-inch rear.

The tires, 1.5 inches wider than those found with Performance Pack Level 1, provide a firmer grip, and work with a retuned chassis to put the car more than a half-inch closer to the ground. The package is available exclusively with a manual transmission.

Custom tuned MagneRide® dampers and quicker steering calibration provide better response. Other improvements over Performance Pack Level 1 equipment include a 67 percent stiffer rear stabilizer bar, a 12 percent stiffer front stabilizer bar, 20 percent stiffer front springs and rear springs that are 13 percent stiffer, all of which contribute to a more stable ride around corners with less body roll.

Working a little moonlight magic

Critical to the success of the package is improved aerodynamics scores, which the team achieved by adding larger and lower front splitter and redesigned rear spoiler.

Gesek said the after-hours approach team members took to developing the Mustang GT Performance Pack Level 2 was so much fun because they set out to create their dream car.

“Our targets were aggressive,” he said, “and we nailed them.”

Using the splitter from the famed Mustang Boss 302 Laguna Seca as a benchmark, Mustang engineers attached the piece to the underside of the front to fan out as much as 3 inches around the corners of the Mustang GT. It creates about 24 pounds of downforce at 80 mph, helping give the car its exceptional grip. To balance the downforce, a subtle, redesigned rear spoiler stretches across the decklid.

To assist in the team’s innovative approach to creating the new Performance Pack, parts such as the rear spoiler were rapid-prototyped using a 3D printer. The process enabled faster turnaround times, complementing the trial-and-error nature of the project.

The only visual cues on a car outfitted with the new Performance Pack Level 2 are black detailing on the splitter and spoiler, the tire spat on the back edge of the rear wheel wells and the 10-spoke Dark Tarnish wheels, which are exclusive. Customers who opt for Performance Pack Level 2 have a unique opportunity to select Recaro® seats in either leather or cloth to help stay firmly planted while cornering.

2018 Ford F-150: Tough Science – Long Snapper | F-150 | Ford

See how the new 2018 F-150 with available Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ tackles one of the most specialized offensive line tasks in football: the long snap.

Yuna and Karen Civil Forge a New Friendship at the Essence Festival | Ford Explorer | Ford

This is the story of women finding community at the Essence Festival. As they lean on one another for support, unstoppable women like Karen Civil and Yuna share what it means to them to forge a friendship to last Essence Festivals for years to come.

2018 Ford F-150: Tough Science – Tackle Test | F-150 | Ford

See how the new 2018 F-150 works like an offensive line to help protect your blind spot side and your front side.

Available Intelligent Access with Push-Button Start | Ford How-To | Ford

Available Intelligent Access with push-button start allows you to unlock your car, and start it, without using a key. It can be used on the front doors or, on some models, all four doors.

Introducing Ford Girls’ Fast Track Races 2016: Giving Girl Scouts the Wheel | STEAM | Ford

We want to help girls embrace the exciting world of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math), so Ford created the First Annual Girls’ Fast Track Races, in 2016 giving young Girl Scouts the opportunity to build and race their very own toy cars.

Ford GT at Caffeine and Octane | Ford Performance

Michelin invited Ryan Briscoe and the Ford GT to Caffeine and Octane in Atlanta for a surprise visit.

2017 Ford Super Duty: Towing Capability | Super Duty | Ford

With more towing capability than ever before, the all-new 2017 Ford Super Duty is ready to take work to the next level.

2017 Ford Super Duty: Overview | Super Duty | Ford

The 2017 Super Duty® is the toughest and most capable Ford full-size pickup truck ever. All-new high-strength, military-grade, aluminum alloy slashed the weight of the body. Some of that weight savings was then reinvested where it counts the most in a work truck - in an all-new fully boxed frame built of over 95 per\cent high-strength steel, stronger axles, beefier steering and chassis components. The result is a pickup that's stronger than ever before, yet up to 350 pounds lighter.

The New 2018 Ford F-150 meets the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile | F-150 | Ford

Sometimes in your blind spot there might be an iconic vehicle. Good thing the new 2018 Ford F-150 has your truck and your trailer’s blind spot covered with available BLIS with Trailer Coverage.

The New 2018 F-150: The Right Tool for Your Needs | F-150 | Ford

Having the right tool and the right power for the job* – now, that’s working smarter. That’s why the new 2018 Ford F-150 doesn’t just raise the bar. It is the bar.

*Max towing on F-150 XL SuperCrew®, 6.5’ box, 3.5L EcoBoost, 4X2 and Max Trailer Tow Pkg. Not shown. Class is Full-Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs. GVWR based on Ford segmentation.

The New 2018 F-150: Wrangling Rodeo Clowns | F-150 | Ford

With best-in-class* towing you’ll be able to tow some serious, or some silly, weight. Just one of the many reasons the new 2018 Ford F-150 doesn’t just raise the bar. It is the bar.

*Max towing on F-150 XL SuperCrew®, 6.5’ box, 3.5L EcoBoost, 4X2 and Max Trailer Tow Pkg. Not shown. Class is Full-Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs. GVWR based on Ford segmentation.

2018 Ford F-150: Truck Assist Technologies | F-150 | Ford

See how Ford continues to push the technologies built especially for trucks and shows the new 2018 Ford F-150 doesn’t just raise the bar, it is the bar.

Demos with Drones: Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ | 2018 F-150 | Ford

Sure, you can back up in a straight line, but let’s see how the new 2018 Ford F-150 fares with a winding course using only available Pro Trailer Backup Assist™*.

*Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver's attention, judgment and the need to control the vehicle. Pre-Collision Assist with Pedestrian Detection can detect pedestrians, but not in all conditions and does not replace safe driving. See owner’s manual for system limitations.

Demos with Drones: Pre-Collision Assist with Pedestrian Detection | 2018 F-150 | Ford

Take a look at how the new 2018 Ford F-150 uses available Pre-Collision Assist with Pedestrian Detection* when it’s confronted with a pedestrian. And seriously, don’t try this at home.

*Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver's attention, judgment and the need to control the vehicle. Pre-Collision Assist with Pedestrian Detection can detect pedestrians, but not in all conditions and does not replace safe driving. See owner’s manual for system limitations.

Demos with Drones: Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go | 2018 F-150 | Ford

See how the new 2018 Ford F-150 continues to get smarter and smarter with a demonstration of new available adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go*, shot almost entirely with drones.

*Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver’s attention, judgment and need to control the vehicle.

Compare 2017 Toyota Highlander vs 2017 Ford Explorer | Head to Head | Ford

Thinking about buying a 2017 Toyota Highlander? Consider the 2017 Ford Explorer with an available Powerfold® third row seat, a hands-free, foot-activated liftgate and more. Become a part of America’s best-selling brand* with the Ford Explorer.

*Based on 2016 CY Sales

STEAM EDUCATION DELIVERED TO YOUR DOOR: FORD LAUNCHES NEW INITIATIVE TO ENGAGE YOUTH TO THINK LIKE AN ENGINEER

The Ford STEAM Box challenges youth to think like a Ford engineer.

• As part of Ford Motor Company’s commitment to STEAM education, the company is teaming up with Academics in a Box – designers of the award-winning Groovy Lab in a Box product line – to deliver an education kit right to a student’s doorstep.
• The box is designed to challenge kids to think like a Ford engineer, giving them the tools to build a prototype of a Mustang GT – to engage them in learning core STEAM principles.
• Ford is also expanding its work with Girl Scouts of the USA bringing the Ford Girls’ Fast Track Races to eight Girl Scout councils.

Dearborn, Mich., Oct. 5, 2017 – With the school year back in full swing, Ford Motor Company is bringing science, technology, engineering, the arts, and math (STEAM) education to youth across the country with fun, and educational challenges delivered right to their doorsteps.

Ford launched fordsteamexperience.com as a way to showcase many of the education-focused programs it offers. The company’s newest one is a collaboration with Academics in a Box, designers of Groovy Lab in a Box, an award-winning educational kit line designed for children ages 8 and up interested in learning STEAM fields. The unique experience is delivered right to their homes at no cost when they sign up.

The Ford STEAM Box challenges youth to think like a Ford engineer. The box includes a number of activities – designing a vehicle frame out of origami and kirigami modeling, working with copper tape which conducts electricity to create a working motor, and creating headlights and taillights using LED lighting – all adding up to a complete prototype of a Ford Mustang GT model.

Lisa Sheth, a Ford engineer, says programs like Ford STEAM Box include activities designed to help the company engage and build relationships with parents, who are the best resources for encouraging and inspiring young kids.

“Parents play a critical role in motivating their kids to stay curious and sustain their excitement in STEAM education,” says Sheth. “Ford sees an increasing desire from them for more STEAM-related activities, and this is a great way for us to help bring that about.”

Elaine Hansen, co-founder of Academics in a Box, says Ford is the perfect partner to help them reach their goal – to expand their reach and enable more students the opportunity to have education delivered to their home.

“Doing good has been part of our business plan from the beginning, and Ford is doing just that,” she says. “Ford wants to engage in educating our youth, and we are happy to work with a company that has the same goals as we do.”

Expanding Girls’ Fast Track Races
In addition to working with Academics in a Box, Ford is expanding its collaboration with Girl Scouts of the USA by bringing the Girls’ Fast Track Races experience to eight Girl Scout councils from four last year. The races will now reach hundreds of Brownies and Juniors from Girl Scout councils in Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, New Jersey, and Texas. Girls’ Fast Track Races provide participants with hands-on experience with the concepts of engineering, design, aerodynamics, and weight distribution as girls build and compete with their very own wooden race cars.

Elizabeth Perez, vice president of institutional giving for Girl Scouts of the USA, shares that “Girl Scouts has long been committed to challenging stereotypes and providing girls of all ages with interactive and engaging programs that increase their interest in STEAM. We are grateful for our Ford collaboration because it goes beyond simply offering STEAM content; Ford engineers work directly with girls during the races. Providing this leadership development opportunity is a key element of our Girl Scout programming.”

Sheth adds that Ford is deeply committed to rallying youth to get inspired about pursuing careers in high-tech fields. “We’re excited to bring Girls’ Fast Track Races to even more girls—giving them an engaging experience focused on teaching core STEAM principles,” she says.

To learn more about how Girl Scouts transforms today’s girls into tomorrow’s leaders, visit www.girlscouts.org.

Dealership Preparation: True Cost of Ownership | Auto Finance 101 | Ford

When you’re establishing a budget for your new car, don’t forget to consider these less obvious expenses.

Compare 2017 Kia Sorento vs 2017 Ford Edge | Head to Head | Ford

Thinking about buying a 2017 Kia Sorento? Consider the 2017 Ford Edge with available enhanced active park assist, an inflatable rear outboard safety belt option, and more. Become a part of America’s best selling brand with the Ford Edge.

New Benchmark of Success: New Ford F-150 Series Super Duty Limited Sets Bar for Luxury, Technology

The F-450 Limited delivers technology and comfort previously reserved only in premium flagship sedans, and it’s capable enough to tow more than 30,000 pounds.

• Ford again establishes new top end for trucks with the new Super Duty Limited, specially tailored for high-end heavy-duty truck customers – from boat captains to captains of industry
• Custom touches – inside and out – come standard on Limited, along with Super Duty capability and smart tech
• Ford continues offering a heavy-duty pickup truck for every customer – from the work-ready F-250 XL starting at $32,890 to this top-of-the-line F-450 Limited

DALLAS, Sept. 28, 2017 – Ford – America’s truck leader – today pulls the wraps off a new F-Series Super Duty Limited that sets new luxury standards for high-end heavy-duty truckers.

With pricing at $87,100, the F-450 Limited delivers technology and comfort previously reserved only in premium flagship sedans, and it’s capable enough to tow more than 30,000 pounds – about the weight of a stealthy Air Force F-35 fighter plane.

“The Super Duty lineup is a win for all of our customers, from successful ranchers to contractors to RV owners,” said Todd Eckert, Ford truck group marketing manager. “Super Duty Limited is the most luxurious and advanced heavy-duty pickup truck ever created by Ford for those accomplished buyers with an appetite for the high life and the hard-earned dollars to match.”

Starting MSRPs (including $1,295 destination; taxes and fees not included) are:

• F-250 Super Duty Limited 4x4 $80,835
• F-350 Super Duty Limited 4x4 $82,010
• F-450 Super Duty Limited 4x4 $87,100

Customers who check every option box can top one out for as much as $94,455.

What’s the point?

“There are heavy-duty truck customers who need Super Duty-level capability and want true luxury,” Eckert said. “We created this new truck to answer the call for even more premium choices in the Super Duty range as we see more and more truck customers trending to more premium models.”

More than 50 percent of the Super Duty lineup’s retail sales this year are high-end models – including Lariat, King Ranch and Platinum series. Limited goes even further.

“Imagine opening the door to your humidor and sinking into your favorite leather lounge chair – that’s the sensation new Super Duty Limited inspires,” said Ford design manager Aileen Barraza.

Custom Camelback two-tone leather seats, premium stitched leather-wrapped steering wheel, armrests and instrument panel, Miko® suede headliner, hand-finished dark ash wood trim and special badging set the interior apart. Outside, a special twin-bar satin grille with chrome accents, quad-beam LED lights and satin-finished tailgate appliqué are Limited’s unique calling cards. Each Limited also has a dedicated serial number laser-etched on the center console armrest.

Most Super Duty tech ever

Beyond the handcrafting, Super Duty Limited comes standard with advanced and innovative features to get the job done on ranches, in marinas and everywhere in between. This includes:

• Class-exclusive high-definition 360-degree camera with Trailer Reverse Guidance
• Class-exclusive SYNC® 3
• Class-exclusive BLIS® with trailer coverage
• Class-exclusive adaptive cruise control
• Class-exclusive adaptive steering
• Lane-keeping alert
• Forward collision warning with brake support
• Class-exclusive flat rear load floor with fold-up locking storage
• Class-exclusive quad-beam LED headlamps
• Full panoramic moonroof with retractable shade
• Heated and ventilated front seats, plus heated rear seats
• Leather-trimmed, heated steering wheel

Is Ford backing away from heavy-duty truck buyers with fewer greenbacks? No way!

Ford has a heavy-duty pickup truck for every customer – from work-ready F-250 XL starting at $32,890 to this top-of-the-line F-450 Limited.

Super Duty Limited Crew Cab arrives this winter with Ford’s 6.7-liter Power Stroke® diesel V8 across F-250, F-350 and F-450 single- or dual-rear-wheel configurations.

Pursuit Rated: New Ford Police Responder Hybrid Sedan and F-150 Police Responder Successfully Complete Michigan State Police Testing

Ford Police Responder Hybrid Sedan and F-150 Police Responder successfully completed grueling 32-lap police vehicle testing at Grattan Raceway last month

• Independent testing confirms Ford Police Responder Hybrid Sedan and F-150 Police Responder are the first pursuit-rated hybrid sedan and pickup truck vehicles for law enforcement use
• Ford Police Responder Hybrid Sedan and F-150 Police Responder successfully completed grueling 32-lap police vehicle testing at Grattan Raceway last month
• Order banks are now open for Police Responder Hybrid Sedan for law enforcement agencies to add to their fleets

DEARBORN, Mich., Oct. 4, 2017 – Following the reveal earlier this year of two all-new police vehicles – the 2019 Ford Police Responder Hybrid Sedan and the 2018 Ford F-150 Police Responder – testing by the Michigan State Police confirms Ford is first to offer law enforcement agencies a pursuit-rated hybrid police car and full-size pickup truck.

From local patrolling to on-road pursuit to off-road capability, law enforcement agencies nationwide have said they need a wider variety of pursuit-rated vehicles.

“Our new Fusion-based Police Responder Hybrid Sedan is quicker than our legendary V8-powered Crown Victoria Police Interceptor, while offering fuel efficiency that’s estimated to be double that,” said Stephen Tyler, Ford police brand marketing manager. “Plus, our new F-150 Police Responder offers police customers both on-road pursuit and off-road capability.”

Pursuit ratings are determined by vehicle manufacturers. Ford then uses a third party to validate its claims. So last month, in Michigan State Police testing – which includes a grueling 32-lap pursuit simulation at Grattan Raceway – Ford’s pursuit rating for both vehicles was confirmed. The simulation tests overall vehicle durability, including powertrain, suspension, brake and tire systems.

In acceleration testing, preliminary results show the new Ford Police Responder Hybrid Sedan bested the once-ubiquitous Crown Victoria by more than one second in 0-100 mph performance – 23.1 seconds versus 24.4 seconds. The Crown Vic had an EPA-estimated rating of 16 mpg city, 24 mpg highway and 19 mpg combined. Ford’s new Police Responder Hybrid Sedan has a projected EPA-estimated rating of 40 mpg city, 36 mpg highway and 38 mpg combined – making it twice as efficient as the Crown Vic. Final EPA-estimated ratings come at a later date.

Powered by EcoBoost
Not only does the Ford Police Interceptor Sedan retain its title for the sixth straight year as overall quickest police vehicle in 0-60 mph testing, preliminary results validate the Ford Police Interceptor SUV as quickest in 0-60 as well – a tie with the new F-150 Police Responder pickup.

All three of these pursuit-rated vehicles are powered by Ford’s now-legendary 3.5-liter EcoBoost® V6 engine. Police Interceptor Sedan did the 0-60 run in 5.6 seconds, while Police Interceptor Utility and the F-150 Police Responder needed only 6.3 seconds to hit 60 mph. Fastest overall lap and fastest average lap honors once again go to the Ford Police Interceptor Sedan.

Ford’s efforts to meet the needs of its police customers continue with the addition of the Police Responder Hybrid Sedan – a remarkably efficient pursuit-rated choice for law enforcement agencies nationwide. For those who require both on-road pursuit plus off-road capability, the new F-150 Police Responder adds a new dimension to police fleets across the country.

New Benchmark of Success: New Ford F-150 Series Super Duty Limited Sets Bar for Luxury, Technology

The F-450 Limited delivers technology and comfort previously reserved only in premium flagship sedans, and it’s capable enough to tow more than 30,000 pounds.

• Ford again establishes new top end for trucks with the new Super Duty Limited, specially tailored for high-end heavy-duty truck customers – from boat captains to captains of industry
• Custom touches – inside and out – come standard on Limited, along with Super Duty capability and smart tech
• Ford continues offering a heavy-duty pickup truck for every customer – from the work-ready F-250 XL starting at $32,890 to this top-of-the-line F-450 Limited

DALLAS, Sept. 28, 2017 – Ford – America’s truck leader – today pulls the wraps off a new F-Series Super Duty Limited that sets new luxury standards for high-end heavy-duty truckers.

With pricing at $87,100, the F-450 Limited delivers technology and comfort previously reserved only in premium flagship sedans, and it’s capable enough to tow more than 30,000 pounds – about the weight of a stealthy Air Force F-35 fighter plane.

“The Super Duty lineup is a win for all of our customers, from successful ranchers to contractors to RV owners,” said Todd Eckert, Ford truck group marketing manager. “Super Duty Limited is the most luxurious and advanced heavy-duty pickup truck ever created by Ford for those accomplished buyers with an appetite for the high life and the hard-earned dollars to match.”

Starting MSRPs (including $1,295 destination; taxes and fees not included) are:

• F-250 Super Duty Limited 4x4 $80,835
• F-350 Super Duty Limited 4x4 $82,010
• F-450 Super Duty Limited 4x4 $87,100

Customers who check every option box can top one out for as much as $94,455.

What’s the point?

“There are heavy-duty truck customers who need Super Duty-level capability and want true luxury,” Eckert said. “We created this new truck to answer the call for even more premium choices in the Super Duty range as we see more and more truck customers trending to more premium models.”

More than 50 percent of the Super Duty lineup’s retail sales this year are high-end models – including Lariat, King Ranch and Platinum series. Limited goes even further.

“Imagine opening the door to your humidor and sinking into your favorite leather lounge chair – that’s the sensation new Super Duty Limited inspires,” said Ford design manager Aileen Barraza.

Custom Camelback two-tone leather seats, premium stitched leather-wrapped steering wheel, armrests and instrument panel, Miko® suede headliner, hand-finished dark ash wood trim and special badging set the interior apart. Outside, a special twin-bar satin grille with chrome accents, quad-beam LED lights and satin-finished tailgate appliqué are Limited’s unique calling cards. Each Limited also has a dedicated serial number laser-etched on the center console armrest.

Most Super Duty tech ever

Beyond the handcrafting, Super Duty Limited comes standard with advanced and innovative features to get the job done on ranches, in marinas and everywhere in between. This includes:

• Class-exclusive high-definition 360-degree camera with Trailer Reverse Guidance
• Class-exclusive SYNC® 3
• Class-exclusive BLIS® with trailer coverage
• Class-exclusive adaptive cruise control
• Class-exclusive adaptive steering
• Lane-keeping alert
• Forward collision warning with brake support
• Class-exclusive flat rear load floor with fold-up locking storage
• Class-exclusive quad-beam LED headlamps
• Full panoramic moonroof with retractable shade
• Heated and ventilated front seats, plus heated rear seats
• Leather-trimmed, heated steering wheel

Is Ford backing away from heavy-duty truck buyers with fewer greenbacks? No way!

Ford has a heavy-duty pickup truck for every customer – from work-ready F-250 XL starting at $32,890 to this top-of-the-line F-450 Limited.

Super Duty Limited Crew Cab arrives this winter with Ford’s 6.7-liter Power Stroke® diesel V8 across F-250, F-350 and F-450 single- or dual-rear-wheel configurations.

Compare 2017 Jeep Cherokee vs 2017 Ford Escape | Head to Head | Ford

Looking at the 2017 Jeep Cherokee? Take a look at the 2017 Ford Escape instead. With an available hands-free, foot-activated liftgate, standard rear view camera, and more cargo room, it’s easy to see why the Ford Escape is your better choice.

Ford Electric Vehicles: Charging the Battery of Plug-In Hybrids and EVs | Ford How-To | Ford

Your Ford plug-in hybrid electric vehicle has a few unique features that can help improve your charging experience. Using available SYNC® 3, you can check your battery-estimated charge times, view My GO Times, view charging status, and view the current Charge Profile for your present location. Find out more about what your Ford plug-in hybrid electric vehicle is capable of here.

Ford Electric Vehicles: Using Charge Cord and Status Indicator Lights | Ford How-To | Ford

Your Ford plug-in hybrid electric vehicle comes equipped with a 120V charging cord for convenient charging at home or wherever you have the opportunity to plug in. Once plugged in and charging, the port light will show the current charge status. Find out more about what your Ford plug-in hybrid electric vehicle is capable of here.

Ford Electric Vehicles: Setting My GO Times | Ford How-To | Ford

Your Ford plug-in hybrid electric vehicle has a unique feature called My GO Times that allows you to control charging schedule and cabin temperature settings, so your vehicle is ready to drive when you are. Find out more about what your Ford hybrid electric vehicle is capable of here.

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Domino's and Ford Begin Consumer Research of Pizza Delivery Using Self-Driving Vehicles

ANN ARBOR, Mich., Aug. 29, 2017 – Domino's Pizza (NYSE: DPZ), the recognized world leader in pizza delivery, and Ford Motor Co. are launching an industry-first collaboration to understand the role that self-driving vehicles can play in pizza delivery.

As part of the testing, researchers from both companies will investigate customer reactions to interacting with a self-driving vehicle as a part of their delivery experience. This research is important as both companies begin to examine and understand customers’ perspectives around the future of food delivery with self-driving vehicles.

“As delivery experts, we’ve been watching the development of self-driving vehicles with great interest as we believe transportation is undergoing fundamental, dramatic change,” said Patrick Doyle, Domino’s president and CEO. “We pride ourselves on being technology leaders and are excited to help lead research into how self-driving vehicles may play a role in the future of pizza delivery. This is the first step in an ongoing process of testing that we plan to undertake with Ford.”

As Ford builds out its business enabled by self-driving vehicles, conducting research with companies, like Domino’s, will be crucial to ensuring that the technology is applied in ways that enhance the customer experience. With a plan to begin production of self-driving vehicles in 2021, Ford is taking steps to design a business to meet the needs of both partner companies and their customers.

“As we increase our understanding of the business opportunity for self-driving vehicles to support the movement of people and goods, we’re pleased to have Domino’s join us in this important part of the development process,” said Sherif Marakby, Ford vice president, Autonomous and Electric Vehicles. “As a company focused on the customer experience, Domino’s shares our vision for a future enabled by smart vehicles in a smart environment that enhance people’s lives.”

Over the next several weeks, randomly-selected Domino’s customers in Ann Arbor will have the opportunity to receive their delivery order from a Ford Fusion Hybrid Autonomous Research Vehicle, which will be manually-driven by a Ford safety engineer and staffed with researchers. Customers who agree to participate will be able to track the delivery vehicle through GPS using an upgraded version of Domino’s Tracker®. They will also receive text messages as the self-driving vehicle approaches that will guide them on how to retrieve their pizza using a unique code to unlock the Domino’s Heatwave Compartment™ inside the vehicle.

“We’re interested to learn what people think about this type of delivery,” said Russell Weiner, president of Domino’s USA. “The majority of our questions are about the last 50 feet of the delivery experience. For instance, how will customers react to coming outside to get their food? We need to make sure the interface is clear and simple. We need to understand if a customer’s experience is different if the car is parked in the driveway versus next to the curb. All of our testing research is focused on our goal to someday make deliveries with self-driving vehicles as seamless and customer-friendly as possible.”

Local partner Roush Enterprises fabricated the prototype vehicle’s pizza container, Domino’s Heatwave Compartment, based on its experience working with Domino’s on the DXP® delivery vehicle in 2015. Ford and Domino’s completed preliminary testing of the delivery process using the vehicle in self-driving mode at Mcity, the simulated urban environment on the University of Michigan’s campus. The city of Ann Arbor also has been supportive of the testing process.

“I’m delighted that Ann Arbor continues to be at the forefront of autonomous-vehicle research,” said Ann Arbor Mayor Christopher Taylor. “While it’s pizza delivery today, my hope is that collaborations such as this will enable even more innovations tomorrow.”