SOUNDBITES: 2011 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT ELECTRIC

Ford Motor Company today unveiled the all-electric version of the Ford Transit Connect, the 2010 North American Truck of the Year, at the Chicago Auto Show. Praveen Cherian, Program Manager of the Transit Connect, explained when these vehicles will be available.

Source: Ford Motor Company Newsroom | 8 Feb 2010 | 9:01 pm

FORD TRANSIT CONNECT ELECTRIC COMMERCIAL VAN HELPS FLEET CUSTOMERS GO COMPLETELY GAS-FREE

Ford Motor Company today unveiled the all-electric version of the Ford Transit Connect – the 2010 North American Truck of the Year – at the Chicago Auto Show and confirmed the zero-emissions small van will be in fleet operators’ hands later this year.

Source: Ford Motor Company Newsroom | 8 Feb 2010 | 9:01 pm

FORD TRANSIT CONNECT TAXI ON DUTY; NEW PEOPLE MOVER RUNS ON GREEN FUELS WITH NEW ENGINE OPTION

The Ford Transit Connect Taxi will go into production and arrive in dealerships later this year as a 2011 model, adding to Ford Motor Company’s leadership in the North American taxi market.

Source: Ford Motor Company Newsroom | 8 Feb 2010 | 9:01 pm

KEN BLOCK'S MONSTER FORD FIESTA BELEEFT DEBUUT

Amsterdam, 1 februari 2010 --- Eén van Amerika’s meest aansprekende sporticonen, Ken Block, die zich dankzij zijn filmpjes op YouTube kan verheugen in een enorme schare fans in Europa, is van start gegaan in het Amerikaanse rallykampioenschap. Zijn Monster World Rally Team is met de 330 pk sterke Ford Fiesta begonnen aan de Rally America.

Source: Ford Motor Company Newsroom | 8 Feb 2010 | 7:00 pm

THREE ENGINES, 1267 HORSEPOWER: 2011 FORD MUSTANG DELIVERS MORE OF EVERYTHING, INCLUDING ECONOMY

For the 2011 model year, the legendary Ford Mustang once again flexes its muscles with three all-new, state-of-the-art powertrains delivering marked gains in both fuel economy and power.

Source: Ford Motor Company Newsroom | 8 Feb 2010 | 10:30 am

2011 FORD SHELBY GT500 GOES LIGHTWEIGHT WITH ALUMINUM ENGINE, OFFERS ULTIMATE IN HANDLING

Ford’s Special Vehicle Team (SVT) engineers are taking high performance to a new level with the 2011 Ford Shelby GT500, resulting in a car that has an all-new aluminum-block engine, even better driving dynamics and handling, improved fuel economy and more horsepower than ever.

Source: Ford Motor Company Newsroom | 8 Feb 2010 | 10:30 am

NEW SVT PERFORMANCE PACKAGE READIES 2011 FORD SHELBY GT500 FOR THE TRACK

The new 2011 Ford Shelby GT500 has a surprise in store for true performance enthusiasts – an optional SVT Performance Package. One lap around the racetrack, and drivers will feel the difference.

Source: Ford Motor Company Newsroom | 8 Feb 2010 | 10:30 am

FORD PARTNERS WITH PBS ON AIRING OF "FOR LOVE OF LIBERTY: THE STORY OF AMERICA'S BLACK PATRIOTS"

Ford Motor Company is helping to tell the untold story of African Americans in the military as part of a partnership with PBS on the airing of "For Love of Liberty: The Story of America's Black Patriots." The partnership comes as Ford also hosts its Annual Black History Month Celebration in Detroit on Friday, Feb. 19.

Source: Ford Motor Company Newsroom | 7 Feb 2010 | 9:00 pm

FORD FIGO PRODUCTION STARTS AT INDIA'S NEW CHENNAI FACILITY

Chennai, India - Less than six months after Alan Mulally, Ford Motor Company president and CEO, revealed the new Figo to India, the first production model was driven off the assembly line today with Honourable Chief Minister of the State of Tamil Nadu D. M Karunanidi in attendance.

Source: Ford Motor Company Newsroom | 4 Feb 2010 | 10:30 pm

FORD KICKS OFF 2010 WITH 24 PERCENT SALES INCREASE, MARKET SHARE GAIN, THANKS TO PRODUCT LINEUP

Higher sales for every brand and in every product category propelled Ford to a 24 percent sales increase in January versus a year ago. 

Source: Ford Motor Company Newsroom | 2 Feb 2010 | 9:00 am