Monday, February 25, 2013

Ford Launches In-Car Spotify

From Ford.com:


  • Ford drivers with vehicles equipped with SYNC® AppLink can soon access Spotify’s industry-leading catalog of more than 20 million tracks on the go
  • Playlists, the music library, similar music, starred songs, recently played music genres and radio stations are all accessible using simple voice commands
  • Features first dynamic social sharing of playlists as drivers can simply accept an incoming suggestion to immediately switch to a friend’s music stream
Read entire article here.

Stop by Big Mike Naughton Ford to learn more about the variety of SYNC-equipped vehicles.

Wednesday, February 20, 2013

Ford Named One of 50 Most Innovative Companies

From Ford.com:


Fast Company’s annual Most Innovative Companies issue honors leading businesses, including Apple, Amazon, Google and Target along with such rising newcomers as Square, Fab and Tumblr. Ford Motor Company is the only full-line automaker named to the 2013 list. 
Among the innovative features already available in Ford vehicles, the award-winning SYNC® connectivity system enables drivers to stay connected with the latest mobile technology using voice commands so that hands can stay on the wheel and eyes on the road. The all-new 2013 Ford Fusion offers one of the industry’s most complete suites of advanced driver assist systems, including adaptive cruise control and the Lane Keeping System all in an affordable midsize family sedan. Ford researchers are also hard at work on future systems including a driver workload estimator to help drivers manage stressful situations on the road.
Read entire article here.
Visit Big Mike Naughton Ford to learn more about the innovative features of the Ford vehicle line-up!

Monday, February 18, 2013

Current Incentives at Big Mike Naughton Ford

When you are ready to purchase your new car, check out the variety of incentives currently offered by Big Mike Naughton Ford in Aurora.  Incentive programs offered include:  College Student, First Time Buyer, Military Appreciation, Police Association Appreciation, and a large variety of Loyalty programs.  Visit our website to see the variety of programs available on your favorite Ford vehicle.

Thursday, February 14, 2013

2013 Ford Fusion Named Family Vehicle of the Year

 
From Ford.com:

The Midwest Automotive Media Association, gracious hosts of the Spring Collection Road Rally at Road America each year, has bestowed on the 2013 Ford Fusion its Family Vehicle of the Year award. Eligible cars must start under $50,000, be new or significantly updated, and have made an appearance at a MAMA rally for journalists to drive and evaluate.

Read entire article here.

Stop by Big Mike Naughton Ford to see their selection of 2013 Ford Fusions.


Monday, February 11, 2013

Ford Focus Electric Awarded Top Safety Rating


(photo courtesy:  Ford.com)
 

From Ford.com:
  • The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) awarded the 2013 Ford Focus Electric a five-star Overall Vehicle Score in its New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) testing
  • Focus Electric was designed with safety in mind with its airbags and AdvanceTrac® with electronic stability control
  • The driver’s airbag uses a reconfigured curve-shaped tether system that pulls in the lower section to create a “pocket” to help lessen the impact of the airbag on the driver’s chest and ribs in frontal crashes
Read entire article here.

Contact Big Mike Naughton Ford for more information on the 2013 Ford Focus Electric.

Wednesday, February 6, 2013

Ford Vehicles Win 5-Year Cost to Own Awards

Two Ford vehicles were recently awarded Kelley Blue Book 5-Year Cost to Own Awards:

High Performance Car Winner & Sports Car Winner:  Ford Mustang

Full-size SUV / Crossover Winner:  Ford Explorer

Stop by Big Mike Naughton Ford to learn more about the award-winning 2013 Ford Mustang and 2013 Ford Explorer.


Monday, February 4, 2013

Ford Partners With Others to Accelerate Technology

From Ford.com:


  • Daimler AG, Ford Motor Company and Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., have signed a unique three-way agreement  for the joint development of common fuel cell system to speed up availability of zero-emission technology and significantly reduce investment costs
  • Collaboration expected to lead to launch of world’s first affordable, mass-market fuel cell electric vehicles as early as 2017
  • Unique collaboration across three continents and three companies will help define global specifications and component standards
  • Sends clear signal to suppliers, policymakers and the industry to encourage the further development of hydrogen infrastructure worldwide
Read entire article here.