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Come to this section of Torque News to read general Ford news and reviews. The Ford F Series has been the bestselling vehicle in the United States for over three decades and here you will find the latest Ford news and reviews about of Ford models. The Ford brand is far more than just trucks. Models like the Fusion, Focus EV, Taurus, Fiesta, Mustang, Escape and Explorer make Ford a top competitor in pretty much every major automotive segment in both the American and global markets. Torque News reporters update the news on this page about Ford vehicles daily.

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Ford Mustang production halted due to supplier shortage
By Patrick Rall on
The past few weeks have been plagued with production stoppages due to supplier shortages magnified by the recent Magna International interior component plant fire and now even the legendary Ford Mustang has seen production stopped for this week due to unnamed supplier shortages.
Ford finishes second in sales growth for February 2011
By Patrick Rall on
Ford was not hit as hard as GM and Chrysler when the auto industry imploded in 2008 and 2009, so Ford Motor Company saw an improvement of just 14% but with the Ford brand moving over 150,000 vehicles last month, Ford was the top selling brand in the US market.
The Camaro roughs up the Mustang and Challenger in February sales
By Patrick Rall on
Sales numbers are in from February 2011 and for the second month in a row, the Chevrolet Camaro has outsold the Ford Mustang and Dodge Challenger, each by a ratio of nearly 2 to 1.
Lost fingers, jobs not uncommon at Chinese plant making Ford parts
By Don Bain on
Making 80 cents an hour for a 14-hour day and having to work with safety systems off leaves some Chinese workers maimed by the machines they operate. Compensation for three lost fingers - $7,430. Those with injuries too severe are summarily let go.
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Ford releases new Fiesta S1600 in the UK
By Patrick Rall on
Ford introduced the Fiesta S1600 in 2010, with a Fiesta 3-door hatchback sporting a 118 horsepower 1.6L 4-cylinder and while much has remained the same for the 2011 Fiesta S1600, the new sporty hatchback receives more horsepower that we won’t be getting in the US.
Ford recalls 2011 Edge, F-Series, Lincoln MKX for wiring fire risks
By Patrick Rall on
Ford Motor Company has announced a voluntary recall of certain 2011 model year vehicles, including the F-Series pickups, the Edge crossover and the Lincoln MKX for a possible body control module condition that could cause a short and, in the most extreme conditions, a risk of fire exists.
Ford recalls 25,000 Ranger pickups for fuel leak risk
By Patrick Rall on
Ford has announced a recall of 25,000 Ranger light duty pickups due to a risk of an upper-engine area fuel leak that could cause substantial fires.
The 2012 Ford Mustang configurator is now live
By Patrick Rall on
The new configurator for the 2012 Ford Mustang is officially up and running, including the 2012 prices, some new options and most importantly, the 2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302.
Snow, cold weather no problem for the Ford Focus Electric
By Don Bain on
People and batteries both operate best within certain ambient temperatures. Electric car manufacturers like Ford have found that enclosed, temperature controlled Lithium ion battery packs provide the best performance for electric vehicles.
Hyundai Most Fuel Efficient Manufacturer in February
By Keith Griffin on
TrueCar.com is out with a new report that shows Hyundai and Honda were tied as the most fuel-efficient manufacturers based on their sales for February 2011.
Ford and Sollers announce joint venture to build, sell cars in Russia
By Don Bain on
The 50/50 partnership will involve production facilities in the St. Petersberg region and the Republic of Tartarstan. An application has been submitted to the Russian government to participate in the new Industrial Assembly policy.
Ford Focus technology benefits to get first-ever advertising campaign
By Frank Sherosky on
The new Ford Focus comes standard with so much technology, Ford had to rethink its storytelling approach for consumers worldwide, using 50 tailored commercials to communicate 14 key technology benefits.
Ford recalls 150,000 F150 pickups over airbag deployment risks
By Patrick Rall on
Ford Motor Company has announced a recall of certain 2005-2006 F150 pickups over a concern of airbags that could deploy without an impact triggering them.
Ford collaborating for high-mileage hydraulic hybrid F-150
By Frank Sherosky on
It really got serious last August when Ford donated a new F-150 truck to the Center for Compact and Efficient Fluid Power (CCEFP). The goal was to develop a hydraulic hybrid with Folsom Technologies that would deliver greater efficiency and better gas mileage.
WD-40/SEMA Cares 2011 Ford Mustang GT raises $200k
By Patrick Rall on
The WD-40/SEMA Cares 2011 Ford Mustang GT customized by a wide variety of aftermarket specialty companies made its grand debut at the 2010 SEMA Show in Las Vegas and late last month, the bright blue and yellow customized Mustang rolled off the stage at the Barrett Jackson Auto Auction after raising over $200,000 for children’s charities.
ProCharger offers 475 horsepower in the 2011 Ford Mustang V6
By Patrick Rall on
While the ProCharger name has made a reputation for making big power in all sorts of vehicles, the Ford Mustang has long been a major part of the supercharger business and today, ProCharger announced their new 475 horsepower package for the 2011 Ford Mustang V6.
Ford Fiesta recognized globally as one of the safest small cars
By Don Bain on
The ever-present Ford Fiesta is winning safety awards around the globe as researchers in four continents discover its virtues.
Ford awarded 2011 Best New Technology for rear inflatable seat belts
By Frank Sherosky on
The Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC) at the 2011 Canadian International Auto Show awarded Ford's rear inflatable seat belt as Best New Technology.
Autorama 2011 and the Ridler Award coming to Detroit Feb 25-27
By Frank Sherosky on
Three major events have been on the agendas of Detroiters all winter: The North American International Auto Show, the Super Bowl and the Autorama with the Ridler Award. This year’s Autorama will be February 25, 26 and 27.
GM, Chrysler won't be at the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show
By Patrick Rall on
Ford, General Motors and Chrysler all skipped the 2009 Tokyo Motor Show and as the planning is well underway for the 2011 show being held in December, General Motors and Chrysler have both turned down the invitation and Ford has yet to decide one way or the other.
EcoBoost Mustang confirmed by Bill Ford Jr.
By Patrick Rall on
While speaking to a small audience at Princeton University last night, Ford Motor Company Bill Ford Jr., stated that there would be an EcoBoost version of the fabled Ford Mustang.
Ford may build new auto plant in China
By Don Bain on
It was reported this morning that Ford may need to build a new production plant in China if the breakup of an agreement with Chongqing Changan Automobile (CCA) and Mazda Motor Corp. gains regulatory approval.
Ford submits Mustang body for 2013 Sprint Cup Season
By Patrick Rall on
The famous Ford Mustang made its NASCAR introduction last year in the Nationwide Series (formerly known as Busch Grand National) and ESPN is reporting that Ford Racing has submitted a 2011 Mustang-based body for NASCAR’s “big leagues”, hoping to gain approval in time for the 2013 Sprint Cup season.
Grand Cherokee Selected Official Winter Vehicle of New England
By Keith Griffin on
The New England Motor Press Association has overwhelmingly selected the Jeep Grand Cherokee as its Official Winter Vehicle of New England.
DOE funding for hydrogen technology reduced by more than 40 percent
By Frank Sherosky on
U.S. Secretary of Energy Steven Chu detailed President Barack Obama's $29.5 billion Fiscal Year 2012 budget request for the Department of Energy, which now affects hydrogen power development.
Ford Explorer ad features Nelly during 53rd Annual GRAMMY Awards
By Frank Sherosky on
A unique ad featuring hip hop recording artist Nelly and the Explorer’s new Audio System from Sony is one of three commercials to run during the GRAMMY’s.
GM disrespects American taxpayers with bonus offers
By Frank Sherosky on
You can take General Motors out of bankruptcy, but cannot take the bankrupt mentality out of General Motors management with its latest bonus offerings before paying off its government loans.
NASCAR to run fuel injection in 2012
By Patrick Rall on
This morning, NASCAR announced that their flagship racing circuit – the Sprint Cup Series – will join the age of electronic technology as all cars will be required to run a fuel injection system in the 2012 season.
Ford stock gaps upward on open on debt reduction announcement
By Frank Sherosky on
After reporting a buyback of preferred stock to reduce debt, Ford stock (NYSE: F) opened higher at the open and holds its gains.
Five Best Things To See at the Chicago Auto Show
By Keith Griffin on
The Chicago Auto Show, which officially opens today and runs through Feb. 20 at McCormick Place, has lots to do but here are the TorqueNews five best things to see at the show.
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