Ford News

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  Ford Teases a New VW-based Electric Crossover

  One week from now, Ford will unveil its new electric crossover for Europe, a unique offering that uses Volkswagen underpinnings. The automaker has released a new teaser video that shows the car in motion traversing different scenic landscapes, but the boxy model remains shrouded in mystery.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  March 15, 2023, 11:24 a.m.
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  Ford Recalls F-150 Lightning Trucks Due to Battery Issue That Halted Production

  Ford has issued a recall for 18 of its 2023 model-year F-150 Lightning trucks due to a potentially defective battery cell issue that recently brought production to a halt at its Rouge Electric Vehicle Center.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  March 13, 2023, 1:35 p.m.
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  Ford to cut 1,100 jobs in Spain as it ends production of minivans

  Ford is set to lay off 1,100 workers at its plant in Valencia, Spain, as the company ends the production of S-Max and Galaxy minivans. The move is part of Ford's plan to revamp its European car production, focusing on electric cars and SUVs.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  March 13, 2023, 10:28 a.m.
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  Ford Introduces Its First All-Electric School Bus Based on the E-Transit Van

  Ford has unveiled its first all-electric Type A school bus based on the E-Transit van during Work Truck Week 2023 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The vehicle, which is the first from a “full line automaker,” can help cut emissions nationwide and increase Ford’s market share. Incentives could make the zero-emission vehicle nearly free for many school districts.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  March 10, 2023, 12:41 p.m.
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  Ford's New Explorer Men’s Only Edition Celebrates Women's Role in Auto Industry

  On International Women’s Day, Ford has launched a new marketing campaign, celebrating women’s contribution to the auto industry. The campaign features a mid-size SUV, Explorer Men's Only Edition, which seems to lack some essential features, but in fact, it is designed to showcase the important role played by women in the auto industry.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  March 8, 2023, 4:13 p.m.
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  Ford introduces new mild-hybrid Powershift variant for Puma ST

  Ford has expanded its Puma ST range with a new variant, which boasts a smaller 1.0-liter EcoBoost engine, Powershift dual-clutch gearbox and a mild-hybrid system.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  March 8, 2023, 3:19 p.m.
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  Ford E-Transit Emerges as America's Top-Selling Electric Van

  A year after making its North American debut, the Ford E-Transit van has established itself as the leader of the pack in the all-electric commercial cargo van market.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  March 8, 2023, 10:43 a.m.
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  USPS to purchase 9,250 Ford E-Transit vans and 14,000 charging stations

  The United States Postal Service (USPS) is taking steps to transition to electric vehicles by purchasing 9,250 Ford electric vans and 14,000 charging stations. The purchases are part of the Postal Service's plan to electrify its fleet and reduce its carbon footprint.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  March 2, 2023, 11:11 a.m.
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  2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse priced at $57,970

  Ford has announced the pricing for its 2024 Mustang lineup, including the newly-introduced Mustang Dark Horse. The high-performance Dark Horse will start at $57,970, which is more expensive than the current Mustang Mach 1, but aligns with previously leaked reports.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  March 1, 2023, 6:22 p.m.
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  Ford Patents Spare Wheel Covers That Double as Outdoor Speakers

  Ford has filed a patent with the US Patent and Trademark Office for a new technology that would transform the spare wheel cover of its SUVs into a speaker system. This would allow owners to listen to music while camping or enjoying the great outdoors.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Feb. 27, 2023, 3:09 p.m.
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  Ford engineers discover way to reduce energy consumption for EVs

  Ford engineers have discovered that heating interior surfaces in electric vehicles (EVs) could reduce energy consumption for cabin heating by 13%, compared to using a standard aircon. This method of heating could also extend an EV’s range by up to 5% for a typical charge, according to research conducted as part of the European Commission’s Connected Electric Vehicle Optimised for Life, Value, Efficiency and Range project.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Feb. 26, 2023, 1:09 p.m.
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  Ford cars will scare off car thieves with face projections on windows

  Ford has devised a genius way of scaring away would-be car thieves by detecting when someone approaches your parked Ford vehicle and projecting an image or fictional representation of the owner against the inside of the window to trick them into believing someone is inside the car.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Feb. 21, 2023, 12:48 p.m.
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  Ford Halts Production of F-150 Lightning Due to Possible Battery Issue

  Ford has temporarily stopped the production and shipment of F-150 Lightning electric trucks due to a potential battery problem identified during a pre-delivery quality inspection. While the automaker did not disclose the nature of the issue, buyers waiting for their electric trucks may have to wait a bit longer than anticipated.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Feb. 15, 2023, 10:35 a.m.
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  Ford to invest $3.5 billion to build new Michigan plant for cheaper LFP battery packs

  Ford announced a $3.5 billion investment to build BlueOval Battery Park Michigan, a new battery plant in Marshall, Michigan, which will produce lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Feb. 14, 2023, 10:49 a.m.
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  Titanium And Textures: 2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse Interior Revealed

  The all-new 2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse has been revealed and the interior is stunning. Its chief feature is an anodized blue titanium shift knob for manual transmission models, while those opting for the 10-speed automatic get anodized silver paddle shifters.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Feb. 8, 2023, 1:44 p.m.
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  Ford returns to Formula 1 for 2026 season and beyond

  Red Bull Powertrains and Ford to partner on the development of the next-gen hybrid power unit that will supply engines to both Oracle Red Bull Racing and Scuderia AlphaTauri teams from 2026 to at least 2030.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Feb. 4, 2023, 10:28 a.m.
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  Ford Boosts Mustang Mach-E Production, Slashes Price Up to $5,900

  Ford is making it easier for customers to get their hands on the Mustang Mach-E electric crossover this year by slashing prices and ramping up production.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 31, 2023, 3:19 p.m.
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  Ford Recalls Nearly 383,000 SUVs to Update Rear Camera System

  Ford is recalling nearly 383,000 SUVs due to a problem with the rearview camera system. The affected models are the 2020 - 2023 Ford Explorer, as well as the upmarket 2020 - 2022 Lincoln Corsair and 2020 - 2023 Aviator. According to documents from NHTSA, customers have filed 2,115 warranty reports and 17 "minor accidents" have occurred due to the issue.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 31, 2023, 12:02 p.m.
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  First 2024 Ford Mustang Snapped Up for $565,000 at Charity Auction

  A charity auction at Barrett-Jackson in Scottsdale, Arizona, saw the first example of the seventh-gen Ford Mustang fetch an impressive $565,000.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 30, 2023, 5:54 p.m.
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  Win the first production 2024 Ford Mustang GT and choose your transmission while supporting charity at Barrett-Jackson auction

  Ford announced that it will sell the first production 2024 Mustang GT at the Barrett-Jackson annual auction in Scottsdale, Arizona on January 28th. The proceeds from the sale will benefit JDRF, a leading global organization for type 1 diabetes research and advocacy.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 23, 2023, 8:04 p.m.