2014 Ford Fiesta Sets New Benchmark

The 2014 Ford Fiesta with 1.0 liter EcoBoost engine will be America's most fuel-efficient, non-hybrid, gasoline powered car.  The EPA estimated fuel economy ratings are 32 mpg city / 45 mpg highway / 37 mpg combined.  Read more about it here.

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Ford Focus Still Worldwide Best Seller

From Ford.com:

• Ford Focus maintains its leadership as the best-selling vehicle nameplate globally, based on Ford analysis of the latest Polk global vehicle registration data for the first half of 2013
• Globally, Focus is up 20 percent in the first half of 2013 compared with the same period last year
• In addition, Ford Fiesta ranks as the fourth best-selling vehicle overall, and is the world’s best-selling subcompact vehicle through June 2013
• Ford is the only brand with two nameplates among the global top five best-sellers

Read entire article here.  

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Ford Reduces Water and Oil Use in Global Plants

Ford has once again shown its commitment to green initiatives by increased use of near-dry-machining in plants around the world.  Near-dry-machining reduces the use of water and oil in the production process and also improves plant air quality.  Read more about the process here.  

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Ford Launches Dreamcase

Ford has launched Dreamcase, an online preview that will highlight 28 of the 57 vehicles they will showcase at November's SEMA Show in Las Vegas.  

According to Ford.com, here is more of what you can expect from Ford at SEMA:

Race fans will have plenty to talk about and see as Ford Racing makes an exciting major announcement about its 2014 racing program.

Ford’s indoor exhibit will be home to “Vandemonium” – 10 Transit Connect Wagons and cargo vans treated as blank canvas by aftermarket tuners to illustrate the vehicle’s use beyond family or commercial transportation. The modifications go beyond eye-catching custom paint or new fascia. The builders incorporated a functionality that captures the spirit of Transit Connect, including creating a mobile boutique, working bike shop and a portable two-person gaming lounge. Look for the first custom Transit Connects to be previewed in Dreamcase this Tuesday, Oct. 22.

Ford will offer race fans at SEMA the opportunity to be among the first to play Xbox One’s “Forza Motorsport 5,” which goes on Nov. 22 of this year. Enthusiasts can take the new Ford Fiesta ST for a virtual spin at the exclusive Xbox One demo stations on the show floor, including the custom designed 2014 Fiesta ST MRT Xbox show car.

At the “Ford Out Front” display outside of the convention center, attendees will see how Ford takes customers further on the road, off the road and on the track. Media will have the chance to ride in Rallycross Fiestas driven by Ken Block and Tanner Foust. Fans will also get in on the action, with ride sessions offered for the Fiesta ST and F-150 SVT Raptor used at Ford-sponsored racing schools.

Read the entire article here.  

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Ford Fiesta ST Named Esquire's Small Car of the Year

Esquire has named its picks for 2013 Top Cars of the Year and the 2014 Ford Fiesta ST tops the list as the Small Car of the Year.  Read more here.  

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Ford and University of Michigan Create New Battery Lab

From Ford.com:

• World-class facility at the University of Michigan allows Ford to collaborate with battery cell manufacturers, suppliers, university researchers and startups to test new battery concepts on a small scale that could be replicated for full production
• Facility will make it possible for Ford to build on 20 years of battery research, and to test experimental battery chemistries while reducing the risk and cost to suppliers
• Ford is the only automaker to invest in the new battery lab facility; latest collaboration builds on a 60-year history between Ford and the University of Michigan

Read entire article here.  

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Service Specials at Big Mike Naughton Ford

When it is time to service your Ford, visit the service experts at Big Mike Naughton Ford.  There are three rebate specials currently available on service: 

$25 Rebate on Motorcraft Batteries (expires 11/30/2013)
$50 Rebate on Motorcraft Brake Service (expires 11/30/2013)
Buy 4 Select Tires and Get Up to $140 in Mail-in Rebates (expires 12/31/2013)

Find more details on these rebates on the printable rebate coupons here.  Contact our service department to schedule your appointment or use our online scheduling form. 

Ford Mustang Cobra Jet Prototype Sells at Auction

Ford recently auctioned their 2014 Ford Mustang Cobra Jet prototype at the Barrett-Jackson Auction.  It sold for $200,000 to an anonymous bidder.  The proceeds went to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.  Read more about the prototype and auction here. 

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Ford Warriors In Pink Going Strong After 19 Years

From Ford.com:

Ford Warriors in Pink® – the program created by Ford Motor Company to raise awareness and funds in the fight against breast cancer – continues its 19-year quest to keep the subject of breast cancer a part of everyday life. This month, which is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Warriors in Pink and actor Gilles Marini will be in New York City promoting the limited-edition T-shirt Marini created to aid in the fight against the disease.

Additionally, Ford Warriors in Pink is launching two distinct video series: One, “In Her World,” created by celebrity news site PopSugar, is an intimate look at prominent women and their stories of inspiration. The other, “Courage Talks,” part of the Models of Courage campaign created in 2012, covers the difficult conversations breast cancer patients will inevitably face.

“Ford Warriors in Pink will continue to be a united force in the fight against breast cancer,” said Tracy Magee, Ford experiential marketing manager. “As long as there are women and men out there battling breast cancer, we will be here fighting alongside them.”

Read entire article here.  

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