Ford Escape, Fusion Accelerate ‘Super Segment’ Share Gains

Driven by strong sales of two of Ford’s newest vehicles, the Ford Fusion and Escape, Ford’s share of the “super segment,” comprised of subcompacts, compacts, midsize sedans and small utilities, stands at 13 percent through the first four months of 2013 – representing a gain of 2 share points compared to the same period last year.

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Ford Empowers Makers to Innovate on TechShop Tour with Open XC; Judges Named for Fuel Efficiency App Challenge

As members of the Bay Area maker and hacker community gather this weekend for the eighth annual Maker Faire in San Mateo, Calif., Ford Motor Company invites them to explore open-source hardware and software tools now available to anyone who wants to work with cars.

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Ford Fusion named to Best Family Cars list by KBB.com

The all-new Ford Fusion was named to the KBB.com list of Best Family Cars of 2013. Kelley Blue Book editors noted that with its “eye-catching exterior, the Fusion stands out with a variety of powertrains that includes two hybrid options and a pair of turbocharged engines, plus available all-wheel-drive and enough tech features to make a geek swoon.” The redesigned Fusion is the first sedan to offer gasoline, hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains, giving customers leading fuel economy and underscoring Ford’s commitment to provide power of choice. Additionally, Fusion offers an unprecedented portfolio of driver-assistance and convenience technologies based on sensors, cameras and radar that enable the car to see and respond. Customer demand is strong, with Fusion delivering best-ever April sales of 26,722 cars – a 24 percent increase over record year-ago levels. Click here to learn more about the accolade.

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Ford eNews – May 15, 2013

Strategic Vision: Ford Fusion, F-250/F-350 are quality leaders; Ford offers green-living home makeover; Ford futurist helping redefine creativity in industry; Love on the Road in the all-new Fusion

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Dia 18 de Maio é ‘Dia Ford’ - Novo Fiesta EcoBoost é o Prémio do Vencedor do Concurso que Doará o Seu Antigo Automóvel a Uma Instituição de Solidariedade

LISBOA, Portugal, 14 de Maio 2013 – À semelhança de outras iniciativas anteriores com enorme sucesso, a Ford Lusitana volta a apostar numa acção de envolvimento dos clientes com os concessionários oficiais da marca.

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Virtuelle Realität in 3D und innovative 3D-Drucker lassen Prototypen bei Ford zur Wirklichkeit werden

KÖLN, 15. Mai 2013 – Der Raum, in dem die Ford-Fahrzeuge von morgen ihren letzten Schliff erhalten und abgestimmt werden, erscheint auf den ersten Blick eher unpassend: Große weiße Wände bilden eine dreiseitige Box, Projektoren werfen Bilder an Wand und Decke.

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Ingenieurs van Ford verruilen gereedschap voor 3D-bril; virtuele werkelijkheid brengt prototypes tot leven

AMSTERDAM, 15 mei 2013 – De ruimte waarin de Ford-modellen van de toekomst worden afgesteld, ziet er op het eerste gezicht nogal vreemd uit.

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Ford Fiesta ST: Großer Auftritt bei der europäischen X-Games-Premiere vom 16. bis 19. Mai in Barcelona

KÖLN, 15. Mai 2013 – Gleich sieben Ford Fiesta ST Rallycross-Fahrzeuge werden am Sonntag im Olympiastadion von Barcelona starten.

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All-New Ford EcoSport Revolutionises Fuel-Efficient Power with Award-Winning 1.0-Litre EcoBoost® Engine

The all-new Ford EcoSport combines performance with economy, responsiveness with smoothness, thanks to an advanced powertrain range fronted by the award-winning 1.0-litre EcoBoost® engine.

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Muscular and Classy, All-New Ford EcoSport Serves up A Contemporary and Dynamic Design

Books may not be judged by their covers but the all-new Ford EcoSport can certainly be judged by its striking good looks. Its bold lines, contemporary shape and sophisticated interior all reflect its credentials as a capable, flexible and practical urban SUV.

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