Archive for December, 2009

Ford first to enable iTunes tagging with launch of new HD Radio capability in its lineup

iTunes Tagging and crystal-clear radio sound through HD Radio technology are the latest features on Ford’s growing list of factory-installed customer conveniences and technologies that will be newly available in 2010. HD Radio receivers pull in digital radio signals and play them with dramatically improved sound. FM stations, for example, have near-CD quality, making it [...]

Camp Jeep makes appearance at San Diego International Auto Show beginning December 30

The Jeep® brand is bringing Camp Jeep®, a unique driving experience, to consumers attending the 2010 San Diego International Auto Show, Dec. 30 – Jan. 3, at the San Diego Convention Center. Camp Jeep is the ultimate indoor off-road driving test. The 30,000-square foot exhibit will give auto show attendees a chance to experience the [...]

The 5.0-Liter is back: 2011 Ford Mustang GT leads class with 412 HP, fuel efficiency, chassis dynamics

The 5.0 is back! The 2011 Ford Mustang GT arrives with an all-new advanced 5.0-liter V-8 engine, developed by a passionate cadre of engineers who rallied around the common goal of delivering more than 400 horsepower. The modern 5.0-liter four-valve Twin Independent Variable Camshaft Timing (Ti-VCT) V-8 engine in the new Mustang GT will deliver [...]

2010 Taurus earns Five-Star Crash ratings, pioneers fast-selling crash-avoidance technologies

The strong-selling new 2010 Ford Taurus has earned top five-star crash ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and is seeing good consumer response to its suite of advanced crash-avoidance technologies. The redesigned Ford flagship sedan previously earned a “Top Safety Pick” from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Ford Motor Company [...]

U.S. News Autos names Best Car for the Money 2010 Award winners

Over 300 models evaluated based on U.S. News car rankings, and IntelliChoice.com cost analysis The U.S. News Best Car for the Money awards recognize 23 vehicles that earn the highest marks for overall value and appeal within their respective categories. To select the award winners, U.S. News has combined its newly released 2010 car rankings [...]