Ford Service Advice: What are Shocks and Struts? | Service Advice | Ford

This helpful video will show you some of the signs to look for that may indicate it may be time to replace the shocks or struts in your vehicle.

Ken Block's 3D Printed Hoonitruck Intake Manifold | Ford Performance

Gymkhana TEN star Ken Block’s “Hoonitruck” has the same twin-turbo 3.5-litre V6 EcoBoost engine as the Ford GT, tuned to deliver more than 900 horsepower – and the largest 3D metal-printed part for a working vehicle in automotive history.

The project was a global effort. Ford Performance engineers in the U.S. ran engine performance simulations and collaborated with a team of Ford research engineers based in Europe to design the part and conduct structural analysis.

FORD COLLABORATES WITH GRAVITY SKETCH TO EXPLORE NEW TOOL FOR DESIGNING VEHICLES TO MEET CUSTOMERS’ NEEDS

• Ford is the first automaker to work with Gravity Sketch – a 3D virtual reality tool that enables designers to come up with more human-centric designs
• New creative tool enables Ford designers to place the customer at the center of the development process in the creation of new vehicles
• Ford design team experiment could help transform its base in Dearborn to a virtual reality environment for a more customer-focused approach

DEARBORN, Mich., Jan. 29, 2019 – From a desk at the Ford Design Studio, a designer enters a virtual room and begins a 3D sketch. He is designing a virtual car around himself and adjusting the attributes to best suit him – the driver. This work is part of Ford’s latest exploration of a new process that places the customer at the center of design and can help reduce the time it takes to create a vehicle.

Ford is the first automaker to work with Gravity Sketch – a 3D virtual reality tool that enables designers to create more human-centric vehicle design. Designers trade in their sketchpads for a headset and controllers to become immersed in virtual reality, imitating gestural interactions through motion tracking that replicates sketching with pen and paper.

Michael Smith, Ford design manager, says seeing all angles of a vehicle as it is being drawn truly unleashes creativity and fosters the development of human-centric design from start to finish.

“Jumping right into 3D gives us a 360-degree view of a vehicle as it is being created,” he says.

Traditional automotive design begins with a 2D sketch that’s then scanned to produce a high-quality illustration. Once these renderings are evaluated, a few are translated into data using computer-aided design software to create a 3D model. That model is transferred into a virtual reality environment for further evaluation and to determine the design’s feasibility. This can take weeks, meaning designers need to be extremely selective about which designs make it to the 3D modeling stage.

Gravity Sketch allows designers to speed the process from weeks to hours, skipping the 2D stage and working with a 3D model from the beginning. Designers can anchor a driver at the center, rotating their 3D design to view it from any angle to create a scalable vehicle around their driver. They can even step inside the vehicle sketch to quickly adjust design attributes to best suit occupants. Gravity Sketch enables Ford designers to place the customer at the very center of the vehicle as designers are sketching it.

“This application has the potential to help ensure we are delivering the very best vehicle designs for our customers,” said Smith. “It moves the entire process into the world of virtual reality, giving us greater options for reviewing more models in the 3D environment to create the best possible vehicles.”

Across five global Ford design studios, dozens of interior and exterior designers are now experimenting with Gravity Sketch for workflow feasibility and its potential for real-time co-creation and collaboration. Shifting to a model that designs and evaluates in virtual reality could revolutionize the entire process by drastically reducing development time and allowing for more 3D representations in the evaluation stage.

“Our collaboration with Ford designers has enabled us to get immersed in their creative process and discover ways to help fine-tune this application to better suit their needs so they can build the best possible vehicles for their customers,” said Oluwaseyi Sosanya, Gravity Sketch CEO & Co-founder.

Speed Therapy: Boost Your Mood | Go Further | Ford

A performance car does much more than get you from A to B — it could be a valuable part of your daily well-being routine.

The 2019 Ford Edge ST: Walkaround | Edge | Ford

Ford Edge team member Cristina Aquino tells us about the 2019 Ford Edge ST. Capability meets power in the first SUV from Ford Performance Team.

Ford Service Advice: What Is The Light On My Dash? | Service Advice | Ford

This video will help explain what the lights in your instrument panel mean, and what problems they may indicate.

Compare the Competition With the 2019 Ford Edge ST | Head to Head | Ford

Consider the 2019 Ford Edge ST* with Ford Co-Pilot360™ technology and best-in-class V6 hp. 

*Class is Midsize Utilities based on Ford segmentation, non-diesel competitors.

Ford Service Advice: Do I Need My Brakes Checked? | Service Advice | Ford

This video will explain the importance of having your brakes serviced regularly to ensure proper and safe braking, and describe what our service technician's check for during the inspection.

Ford Service Advice: Do I Need New Wipers? | Service Advice | Ford

This helpful video will show you some of the signs to look for that may indicate it may be time to replace your windshield wiper blades.

Ford Surpasses 1 Million Truck Sales in 2018

• Ford extended its market dominance in trucks again in 2018 with more than 1.075 million F-Series sold globally
• Using average U.S. transaction pricing of $46,700, F-Series estimated sales revenue of $50 billion would be greater than the 2018 revenues of Fortune 500 companies including Oracle, American Express or Best Buy

DEARBORN, Mich., Jan. 12, 2019 – It would take more than eight hours in a commercial jet flying more than 500 miles per hour to travel the full length, parked bumper-to-bumper, of all the Ford F-Series trucks sold globally in 2018 as the company marks 42 years as America’s best-selling truck and 37 years as America’s best-selling vehicle. During that flight, Ford would have sold nearly 1,000 more F-Series trucks.

“From Ranger to Transit, we’re proud and honored to help our global truck and commercial vehicle customers get the job done around the planet,” said Jim Farley, Ford executive vice president and president, Global Markets. “But it’s our F-Series juggernaut that leads the world in sales, capability and smart technology, setting the bar others follow.”

Ford sold more than 1.075 million F-Series trucks globally in 2018, averaging a sale every 29.3 seconds. Lined bumper-to-bumper, F-Series trucks would stretch more than 4,000 miles – greater than the distance from Dallas to Honolulu.

If Ford F-Series were its own business using average U.S. transaction prices of $46,700 to calculate revenues, F-Series would have the equivalent of $50 billion in revenues, or greater revenues than Oracle ($37 billion), American Express ($35 billion) or Best Buy ($42 billion).

Along with increased sales volumes, F-Series average transaction prices have steadily grown since the 2014 debut of the new F-150 with a high-strength, military-grade, aluminum-alloy body, climbing an average of $7,400 per truck.

Ford offers an F-Series pickup for every truck customer – from the work-ready F-150 XL starting at an MSRP of $28,155 to the top-of-the-line F-450 Super Duty Limited starting at an MSRP of $86,505.

Of course, the resounding success of Ford Motor Company’s F-Series would not be possible without the hardworking employees at Kentucky Truck Plant, Kansas City Assembly Plant, Ohio Assembly Plant and Dearborn Truck Plant, along with those at Ford’s Product Development Center in Dearborn.

53 Seconds: An F-150 is Built | Innovation | Ford

Watch as Ford Motor Company flexes its manufacturing muscles, where a new Ford F-150 rolls off the line every 53 seconds at the Rouge Complex in Dearborn, Michigan. Designers, engineers, plant workers and advanced robotics work seamlessly together to produce this iconic truck.

700+ HP Mustang Shelby GT500 Unveiled at North American International Autoshow | Ford Performance

The all-new Shelby GT500 – the pinnacle of any pony car ever engineered by Ford Performance – delivers on its heritage with more than 700 horsepower for the quickest street-legal acceleration and most high-performance technology to date ever offered in a Ford Mustang.

We Lead | Built Ford Proud | Ford

We don’t back down. We put our name on it. Built Ford Proud.

Prince EA: Explore Our America | Innovation | Ford

In 2018, Americans left more than half of their vacation days unclaimed. This year, we’re challenging that statistic, and encouraging you to #ExploreOurAmerica. Spoken word artist, Prince EA, explains the importance of living your life to the fullest. Let’s make a new life resolution to explore.

The All-New 2020 Ford Mustang Shelby® GT500®: The Legend Returns | Mustang | Ford

A name doesn’t make a car. A car makes a name. Introducing the legendary 2020 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500.

Introducing the All-New 2020 Explorer Lineup | Explorer | Ford

An all-new way to experience the great outdoors. Get a first look at the all-new 2020 Ford Explorer, Explorer ST and Explorer Hybrid, available this summer.

2020 Ford Explorer: First Look — Cars.com

Ford has redesigned the Explorer for the 2020 model year and it is once again a rear-wheel drive SUV. See what else has changed in the video above.

Ford Motor Company: New Approach to Transportation Congestion | Innovation | Ford

Ford Motor Company CEO, Jim Hackett, discusses a new approach called the transportation mobility cloud to tackle the systemic issue of congestion in transportation. As Bill Ford once said, a greener traffic jam is still a traffic jam.

FordPass Connect™ Overview | SYNC® 3 How-To | Ford

This helpful video will explain the FordPass™* app features as well as how to connect and download? the FordPass app.

*SYNC Connect is now FordPass Connect 2019 model-year and later vehicles. FordPass Connect is optional on select models and includes a complimentary one year subscription (after which fees apply) for vehicle remote features, excluding Wi-Fi hotspot, and starts with the vehicle sale date (after which fees apply). Subscription is subject to compatible 4G network availability. Evolving technology/cellular networks may affect future functionality. Certain restrictions, 3rd-party terms, or message and data rates may apply.

The 2019 Ford Edge: Connectivity | Edge | Ford

Ford Edge team member Cristina Aquino tells us about the 2019 Ford Edge. We want to be connected to the road and want it to be easy. Consider the new 2019 Ford Edge, with available SYNC® 3 AppLink with Waze,* Ford + Alexa,** Apple CarPlay,™† and Android Auto™ compatibility†.

* Waze is available via iPhone® with SYNC3 and on Android Auto.™ Commands may vary by phone and Applink software. iPhone is a trademark of Apple,Inc. registered in the U.S. and other countries. Android Auto is a trademark of Google, Inc. Alexa requires available SYNC3 Applink. Certain Alexa functionality is dependent on smartphone and home technology. Amazon, Alexa and all related logos and marks are trademarks of Amazon. com, Inc. or its affiliates. Don’t drive while distracted or while using handheld devices. Use voice controls. Some features may be locked out while the vehicle is in gear.
**Don’t drive while distracted or while using handheld devices. Use voice controls. Certain Alexa functionality is dependent on smart-home technology. †Requires phone with active-data service and compatible software. SYNC 3 does not control third-party products while in use. Third parties are solely responsible for their respective functionality. Apple CarPlay is a trademark of Apple Inc. Android Auto is a trademark of Google Inc.

F-150: The Big Dog | F-150 | Ford

If you’re not the lead dog, the scenery never changes. Only the F-150 gives you best-in-class torque,* payload,* and towing.* It doesn’t just raise the bar, it is the bar.

*Max payload on F-150 XL Regular Cab, 8’ box, 5.0L, 4X2, Heavy Duty Payload Pkg. and 18” Heavy Duty Wheels. Not shown. 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.

Ford Trucks – The Modern Workhorse | Built Ford Proud | Ford

We know your truck is your workhorse, which is why it is Built Ford Tough.

All-New Ford Fiesta R2 | Ford Performance

M-Sport debuts the all-new EcoBoost-powered Ford Fiesta R2 – the first car designed to the FIA’s latest R2 regulations, and the first car to be fully designed and developed at the team’s state-of-the-art facilities in Krakow.

FordPass Connect™: FordPass FordPass App and Activating Remote Features | SYNC® 3 How-To | Ford

This helpful video will explain how to download? the FordPass™* app and how to use remote features so you can control certain vehicle features remotely with FordPass.

*SYNC Connect is now FordPass Connect 2019 model-year and later vehicles. FordPass Connect is optional on select models and includes a complimentary one year subscription (after which fees apply) for vehicle remote features, excluding Wi-Fi hotspot, and starts with the vehicle sale date (after which fees apply). Subscription is subject to compatible 4G network availability. Evolving technology/cellular networks may affect future functionality. Certain restrictions, 3rd-party terms, or message and data rates may apply.

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