Ford’s extreme road testing ensures cars can conquer potholed roads around the world

COLOGNE, DEARBORN, Mar. 30, 2011 – Ford engineers know that not all roads are created equal.  Some are pockmarked with potholes. Others simply consist of merciless off-road-like tracks. Only a blessed few roads around the world are kind to the vehicles driving over them.

Ford data reveals Europe’s car colour tastes

Vibrant colours Squeeze and Hot Magenta have sold very well on Ford Fiesta models across Europe, meaning brighter hues will be offered in Ford’s palette in the future.

COLOGNE, Germany, Mar. 29, 2011 – It’s perhaps no surprise that France and Italy are fond of cream-coloured cars given their famous café cultures. But why do buyers in the Czech Republic favour blue far more than any other nation? And the Irish may be traditionally associated with green, but they much prefer driving silver.

Ford says EU’s proposals on future transport policy should address congestion, environmental issues while preserving consumer choice and jobs

COLOGNE, Germany, March 28, 2011 – Ford Motor Company has recognized for many years that there are congestion and environmental concerns associated with the use of vehicles, particularly in urban environments. This is why Ford has been actively pursuing a range of lower CO2 technologies, including electric vehicles.

Ford’s St. Petersburg Plant in Russia produces its 400,000th Ford Focus

MOSCOW, March, 23, 2011 – The 400,000th Russian-built Ford Focus rolled off the production line today at the Ford plant in Vsevolozhsk, near St. Petersburg.

Norwegian Post becomes first customer for Ford Transit Connect Electric

Oslo, Norway, March 22, 2011 – Ford (NYSE:F) and Azure Dynamics Corporation (TSX:AZD) have confirmed their first European customer for the zero-emission Ford Transit Connect Electric van. Norwegian Post today signed a contract to purchase 20 Transit Connect Electric vehicles, with an option to order more vehicles in the future. Norwegian Post is the largest provider of mail and logistics services and the biggest employer in Norway.

Ford combats rising fuel prices with smart technology

COLOGNE, Germany, Mar. 17, 2011 – With the price of oil increasing and consequently pushing up the cost of fuel at the pumps, it’s no wonder people are looking for more economical ways to drive. However, there’s no need to leave your car keys at home and struggle with public transport thanks to Ford’s dedication to designing cars that are not just great to drive, but also highly efficient to run.

Ford’s strong sales momentum continues in European growth markets

COLOGNE, Germany, March 15, 2011 – Ford’s overall European sales in its 50 markets remained stable in February. As in January, sales were particularly strong in the growth markets of Turkey, Russia and Eastern Europe.

Ford Motor Company’s vision on the future of vehicle safety

BRENTWOOD, Essex, UK, Mar. 8, 2011 – While the all-new Ford Focus is impressing the media and customers alike with its class-leading autonomous driver assistance systems, such as Active City Stop, Lane Keeping Assistance, Traffic Sign Recognition and Blind Spot Detection, the boffins at Ford are not resting on their laurels.

Ford UK is 100 – and counting!

BRENTWOOD, Essex, 8th March, 2011 – Today is Ford of Britain’s 100th birthday and this year also sees Ford marking 100 years of vehicle manufacturing in the UK.

Ford forensics: Using real-time 2D and 3D X-ray machines to help Ford vehicles stay in great health

BRENTWOOD, Essex, UK, Mar. 3, 2011 – Ford Motor Company continues to pioneer the use of computerised, digital X-ray machines as an integral part of its quality control process. While X-rays are usually the preserve of the medical profession, Ford has been employing them since 2002, having seen the potential benefits early on. Now, having worked with the machine manufacturers to evolve them for Ford’s specific automotive needs, these machines are often the first port of call for engineers keen to ensure their automotive parts are as perfectly formed on the inside as they are on the outside.