PowerFold® Seats | Ford How-To | Ford

This video explains how to fold the second and third-row seats in your vehicle with the available PowerFold feature. Available on select vehicles.

Ford Trucks – The Modern Workhorse | Built Ford Proud | Ford

We know your truck is your workhorse, which is why it is Built Ford Tough.

The 2019 Ford Edge ST: Design | Edge | Ford

Ford Edge team member Cristina Aquino tells us about the 2019 Ford Edge ST design, which includes the honeycomb grille, ST bolstered bucket seats, and more. The first SUV from Ford Performance Team.

FordPass Connect™ Overview | SYNC® 3 How-To | Ford

This helpful video will explain the FordPass™* app features as well as how to connect and download? the FordPass app.

*SYNC Connect is now FordPass Connect 2019 model-year and later vehicles. FordPass Connect is optional on select models and includes a complimentary one year subscription (after which fees apply) for vehicle remote features, excluding Wi-Fi hotspot, and starts with the vehicle sale date (after which fees apply). Subscription is subject to compatible 4G network availability. Evolving technology/cellular networks may affect future functionality. Certain restrictions, 3rd-party terms, or message and data rates may apply.

2019 Ford Ranger | First Drive

After years of waiting, the Ford Ranger is back in America. We head to San Diego four our First Drive in the popular mid-size pickup.

Merry Christmas!

Wishing you a joyous Holiday season and a happy and peaceful New Year.

Sleigh | Built for the Holidays | Built Ford Proud

Built for the Holidays is the best offer of the season by Ford. Built Ford Proud.

Compare 2018 Nissan Titan with 2018 Ford F-150 | Head to Head | Ford

Thinking about buying a 2018 Nissan Titan? Consider the 2018 F-150 with best-in-class 470 lb.-ft. of torque, best-in-class towing of 13,200 lbs., best-in-class payload of 3,270 lbs. and the highest gas mileage of any full-size pickup truck in America.* The new F-150 body is up to 700 lbs. lighter than the previous generation because it’s made of high-strength, military-grade aluminum alloy. Become part of America’s best-selling brand** with the 2018 Ford F-150.

*When properly configured. EPA-estimated rating of 20 city/26 hwy/22 combined mpg, 2.7L EcoBoost®, 4x2. Actual mileage will vary. Class is Full-Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs. GVWR based on Ford segmentation.
**Based on 2017 CY sales.

Adaptive Suspension | Ford How-To | Ford

This informative video will help explain how the adaptive suspension continuously control damping and it is the fully automatic feature that works in conjunction with the Terrain Management System™. Available on select vehicles.

SYNC AppLink: Vehicles Health Alerts & Vehicles Health Reports | Ford How-To | Ford

This video explaining Vehicle Health Alerts & Vehicle Health Reports shows how important notifications go to the FordPass™* vehicle. By connecting your vehicle to FordPass™ through SYNC AppLink, you can receive Vehicle Health Alerts delivered directly to your phone. Vehicle Health Alerts will display as in-app notifications or push notifications if enabled.

*FordPass™ is compatible with select smartphone platforms, and is available via download. Message and data rates may apply. Apple, the Apple logo and iPhone in the U.S. and other countries, App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. Android, Google Play and the Google Play logo are trademarks of Google Inc.

How to Use SYNC®3 With Navigation Voice Commands | SYNC 3 How-To | Ford

This helpful video will explain how to use SYNC 3* with navigation voice commands.

*Available SYNC 3 with optional Navigation System. Don’t drive while distracted. Use voice-operated systems when possible; don’t use handheld devices while driving. Some features may be locked out while the vehicle is in gear. Not all features are compatible with all phones.

Ford EcoSport: Storage Spots | EcoSport | Ford

The EcoSport can help make every load manageable but not at the cost of your comfort. Ford EcoSport adapts to your lifestyle, letting you move freely.

Ford EcoSport: Swing Gate| EcoSport | Ford

Ford EcoSport comes with a unique rear swing gate with hideaway latch, which is just part of the fun and an added touch of style.

Rotary Gear Shift Dial With Progressive Range Selection | Ford How-To | Ford

This informative video will help explain how to use the dial type shifter with Progressive Range Selection* on your vehicle so you can take control of gearshifts with the simple turn of rotary dial.

*If equipped. Vehicle must be in Drive in order to use Manual option.

Tree Cutting | Built for the Holidays | Built Ford Proud

Built for the Holidays is the best offer of the season by Ford. Built Ford Proud.

Five Pitches in Five Blocks: Craig Grabowski, Baltimore Waffle Company | Transit Connect | Ford

Baltimore Waffle Company Owner Craig Grabowski was one of five finalists in Five Pitches in Five Blocks competition by Ford; watch this to know more about him and how his company would benefit from a 2019 Ford Transit Connect.

Vote here: https://www.inc.com/ford-transit-connect/contest/index.html

Adaptive Cruise Control With Stop-and-Go and Lane Centering | Ford How-To | Ford

This video will explain how your vehicle uses the latest technology in Stop-and-Go and Lane Centering* to make driving with cruise control simple by maintaining a preset gap between you and the vehicle in front of you.

*Available Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go and Lane Centering. Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver’s attention, judgment and need to control the vehicle.

Five Pitches in Five Blocks: Brain Sutherlin, Green Go Box | Transit Connect | Ford

Green Go Box Owner Brian Sutherlin was one of five finalists in Five Pitches in Five Blocks competition by Ford; watch this to know more about him and how company would benefit from a 2019 Ford Transit Connect. If you think Brian should win this, vote for him!

Vote here: https://www.inc.com/ford-transit-connect/contest/index.html

Pickup Truck - 2019 KBB.com Best Buys

Despite updates from major competitors, the Ford F-150 rises to the top of our Pickup Truck category. With excellent utility, great styling, truck loads of tech and safety features and a wide choice of powertrains there's one F-150 for everyone in the market for a truck. Congrats, Ford!

Both Sides | Built for the Holidays | Built Ford Proud

Built for the Holidays is the best offer of the season by Ford. Built Ford Proud.

Five Pitches in Five Blocks: Alexa Warshany, In-House Prints | Transit Connect | Ford

In-House Prints owner Alexa Warshany was one of five finalists in Five Pitches in Five Blocks competition by Ford; watch this video to know more about her and how her company would benefit from a 2019 Ford Transit Connect. If you think Alexa should win this, vote for her!

Vote here: https://www.inc.com/ford-transit-connect/contest/index.html

Cranberry | Built for the Holidays | Built Ford Proud

Built for the Holidays is the best offer of the season by Ford. Built Ford Proud.

Five Pitches in Five Blocks: Lisa Aumiller, Housepaws Mobile Vet | Transit Connect | Ford

HousePaws Mobile Veterinary Service Owner, Dr. Lisa Aumiller, was one of five finalists in Five Pitches in Five Blocks competition by Ford; watch this video to know more about her and how her company would benefit from a 2019 Ford Transit Connect.

Five Pitches in Five Blocks: Rob Bathe, Folly Coffee Roasters | Transit Connect | Ford

Folly Coffee Roasters Owner Rob Bathe was one of five finalists in Five Pitches in Five Blocks competition by Ford; watch this to know more about him and how their company would benefit from a 2019 Ford Transit Connect.

Evasive Steering Assist & Pre-Collision Assist With Automatic Emergency Braking | Ford How-To | Ford

This video will explain how Evasive Steering Assist* technology can help you avoid a possible collision with a slower or stopped vehicle in front of your vehicle and how it can provide steering support if the collision can't be avoided by braking alone.

*Evasive Steering Assist is an available feature that works with Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking.

Inductive Wireless Charging Pad | Ford How-To | Ford

This easy-to-follow video will help explain how to use the wireless charging pad* on your vehicle with the compatible devices.

*Available wireless charging pad may not be compatible with all mobile phones. "Available on select vehicles" unless standard

Temptations | Built for the Holidays | Built Ford Proud

Built for the Holidays is the best offer of the season by Ford. Built Ford Proud.

Ford EcoSport: B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen | EcoSport | Ford

The available B&O Sound System* by Bang & Olufsen reimagines more than 90 years of audio heritage, with natural materials, distinctive design and high-quality audio for seamlessly integrated experiences.

*B&O Sound System available only in selected models. Courtesy of the 675-watt B&O PLAY™ Premium Audio System maintains optimal sound in the cabin regardless of where you sit. Specifically tailored placement and calibration make the most of its 10 speakers.

**BANG & OLUFSEN© 2018 and B&O© 2018. BANG & OLUFSENTM and B&OTM are registered trademarks of Bang & Olufsen Group. Licensed by Harman Becker Automotive Systems Manufacturing Kft. All rights reserved.

Pony | Built for the Holidays | Built Ford Proud

Built for the Holidays is the best offer of the season by Ford. Built Ford Proud.

The 2019 Ford Edge: Ford Co-Pilot360™ Technology| Edge | Ford

Ford Edge team member Cristina Aquino tells us about the Ford Co-Pilot360 Technology™ in the new 2019 Ford Edge. This technology can help you stay on track with driver-assist technologies to potentially avoid collisions using BLIS(r) (Blind Spot Information System)* with Cross-Traffic Alert**.

*Available BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) uses radar located in the rear of the vehicle to identify a vehicle entering the blind spot and alerts the driver with an indicator light in the sideview mirror. Cross-traffic alert also uses radar to watch for traffic behind when slowly backing out of a parking spot or driveway. If it detects a vehicle approaching from the side, it sends an audible warning, an indicator light flashes in the side-view mirror, and an alert in the message center.

**The Lane Keeping System can warn the driver if it detects the vehicle leaving its lane without the turn signal activated. The Lane Keeping System consists of two components, the Lane Keeping Alert and the Lane Keeping Aid.

†This available feature can detect a potential collision with pedestrians and vehicles ahead. It’s designed to help reduce the severity of and, in some cases, eliminate frontal collisions altogether. If the system’s sensors detect a potential collision with a car or pedestrian ahead, a warning flashes and an alert sound. If the driver’s response is not sufficient, the system can automatically apply the brakes to help prevent or potentially reduce the severity of a frontal collision.

Pre-Collision Assist With Automatic Emergency Braking | Ford How-To | Ford

This helpful video will explain Pre-Collision Assist* with Automatic Emergency Braking(AEB) on 2019 model year or newer.

The Detroit Lions: Supporting the Community | F-150 | Ford

Ford and the Detroit Lions focus on the support of student athletes and their community.

Remote Tailgate Release | Ford How-To | Ford

This easy-to-follow video will help explain how to use the available remote tailgate on your vehicle.

Sleigh | Built for the Holidays | Built Ford Proud

Built for the Holidays is the best offer of the season by Ford. Built Ford Proud.

Happy Thanksgiving!

“The more you practice the art of thankfulness, the more you have to be thankful for.”

Norman Vincent Peale 

Wishing You and Your Family a Very Safe and Happy Thanksgiving!

Henry’s Little Helpers | Built for the Holidays | Built Ford Proud

Built for the Holidays is the best offer of the season by Ford. Built Ford Proud.

Talking About 2018 | Built Ford Proud | Ford

Over 100 years ago, we were talking about the Model T. Now here we are talking about J.D. Power awards, driver-assist technology* and SYNC(r) Connect.** Back to building.

*Driver-assist technology is supplemental and does not replace the driver’s attention, judgment and need to control the vehicle.

***SYNC Connect is now FordPass Connect 2019 model-year and later vehicles. FordPass Connect is optional on select models and includes a complimentary one year subscription(after which fees apply) for vehicle remote features, excluding Wi-Fi hotspot, and starts with the vehicle sale date (after which fees apply). Subscription is subject to compatible 4G network availability. Evolving technology/cellular networks may affect future functionality. Certain restrictions, 3rd-party terms, or message and data rates may apply.

FordPass Connect™: FordPass FordPass App and Activating Remote Features | SYNC® 3 How-To | Ford

This helpful video will explain how to download? the FordPass™* app and how to use remote features so you can control certain vehicle features remotely with FordPass.

*SYNC Connect is now FordPass Connect 2019 model-year and later vehicles. FordPass Connect is optional on select models and includes a complimentary one year subscription (after which fees apply) for vehicle remote features, excluding Wi-Fi hotspot, and starts with the vehicle sale date (after which fees apply). Subscription is subject to compatible 4G network availability. Evolving technology/cellular networks may affect future functionality. Certain restrictions, 3rd-party terms, or message and data rates may apply.

The Miami Experience: A Look Into Ford’s Self-Driving Future | Innovations | Ford

Self-driving vehicles will enable a new kind of business that we’re building at Ford. In Miami, we’re already designing, testing and operating an ecosystem of services that is required for our self-driving business in the future – building the capabilities that will make scaling our business and delivering sustainable revenue streams much easier in the future. Take a look at the experience self-driving technology could offer in the future.

Flying Cars | Built Ford Proud | Ford

Contrary to what you’re about to see, the Ford Motor Company does not condone nor build flying cars.

Ford EcoSport: Storage Spots | EcoSport | Ford

The EcoSport can help make every load manageable but not at the cost of your comfort. Ford EcoSport adapts to your lifestyle, letting you move freely.

Let's Go for a Spin: Ford Buys Scooter Company to Provide Customers a First-Last Mile Solution

• Ford Smart Mobility, LLC acquires Spin, a San Francisco-based electric scooter-sharing company that provides customers with an alternative for first- and last-mile transportation
• The acquisition of Spin is the latest strategic move by Ford in the mobility space, as the company builds a mobility portfolio to help customers get places more easily, more quickly and less expensively
• Scooters allow cities to offer an equitable last mile solution to their residents thanks to the relative affordability. Combined with ease of use and electrified power, scooters can also help reduce urban traffic congestion, parking limitations, and pollution

The number of mobility options available to people has risen dramatically in recent years. In some situations, people use multiple forms of transportation during a single trip. The fast-paced, often experimental mobility sector requires businesses to keep up with agile and adaptable customers. At Ford, the products and services we offer need to reflect these changes.

Today, we are excited to be accelerating our efforts to provide micro-mobility solutions with the acquisition of Spin, a dockless electric scooter sharing company based in San Francisco. Spin is a leading micro-mobility service provider, with operations in 13 cities and campuses across the US.

Spin is committed to working hand-in-hand with cities and universities to implement micro-mobility solutions responsibly, safely and sustainably as they expand their operations. They do not launch without permission; they share usage data with cities; and they work with local officials and university campuses to design educational tools around parking and riding rules. This approach aligns well with our values at Ford and with our aspiration to be the world’s most trusted company.

Compare 2018 Toyota Tundra with 2018 Ford F-150 | Head to Head | Ford

Thinking about buying a 2018 Toyota Tundra? Consider the 2018 F-150 with best-in-class 470 lb.-ft. of torque, best-in-class towing of 13,200 lbs., best-in-class payload of 3,270 lbs. and the highest gas mileage of any full-size pickup truck in America.* The new F-150 body is up to 700 lbs. lighter than the previous generation because it’s made of high-strength, military-grade aluminum alloy. Become part of America’s best-selling brand** with the 2018 Ford F-150.

*When properly configured. EPA-estimated rating of 20 city/26 hwy/22 combined mpg, 2.7L EcoBoost®, 4x2. Actual mileage will vary. Class is Full-Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs. GVWR based on Ford segmentation.
**Based on 2017 CY sales.

Get a Ford | Built Ford Proud | Ford

There are countless reasons to get a Ford. Allow us to name a few.

53 Seconds: An F-150 is Built | Innovation | Ford

Watch as Ford Motor Company flexes its manufacturing muscles, where a new Ford F-150 rolls off the line every 53 seconds at the Rouge Complex in Dearborn, Michigan. Designers, engineers, plant workers and advanced robotics work seamlessly together to produce this iconic truck.

Compare 2018 Buick Encore with 2018 Ford EcoSport | Head to Head | Ford

Thinking about buying a 2018 Buick Encore? Consider the 2018 Ford EcoSport* with Wi-Fi hotspot for up to 10 devices,** 166 hp† and EPA-estimated 27 mpg city.†† It's ready for wherever life takes you.

*Optional features shown. 2018 EcoSport U.S./Canada markets.
**Don't drive distracted or while using handheld devices. Use voice controls.
†2.0-liter Duratec® engine.
††EPA-estimated rating of 27 city/29 hwy/28 combined mpg, 1.0L, FWD. Actual mileage will vary.

Ford GT - Sometimes, Performance Is Everything You Need | Ford Performance

Following overwhelming demand, the window for applications for a new Ford GT will re-open in November for one month at https://ford.to/gt

Compare 2018 Chevy Silverado 1500 with 2018 Ford F-150 | Head to Head | Ford

Thinking about buying a 2018 Chevy Silverado 1500? Consider the 2018 F-150 with best-in-class 470 lb.-ft. of torque, best-in-class towing of 13,200 lbs., best-in-class payload of 3,270 lbs. and the highest gas mileage of any full-size pickup truck in America.* The new F-150 body is up to 700 lbs. lighter than the previous generation because it’s made of high-strength, military-grade aluminum alloy. Become part of America’s best-selling brand** with the 2018 Ford F-150.

*When properly configured. EPA-estimated rating of 20 city/26 hwy/22 combined mpg, 2.7L EcoBoost®, 4x2. Actual mileage will vary. Class is Full-Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs. GVWR based on Ford segmentation.
**Based on 2017 CY sales.

Compare 2018 Dodge Challenger With 2018 Ford Mustang | Head to Head | Ford

Thinking about buying a 2018 Dodge Challenger? Consider the 2018 Ford Mustang* with Selectable Drive Modes, four different exhaust notes, class-exclusive customizable 12-inch LCD digital instrument cluster, Drag Strip drive mode** and Electronic line-lock.† Become part of America's best-selling†† brand with the 2018 Ford Mustang.

*Optional features shown. Class is High-Power Sports Cars based on Ford segmentation.
**Track use only. Mustang GT in Drag Strip mode with Performance Package and the 10-speed automatic.
†Track use only.
††Based on 2017 CY sales.

Compare 2018 GMC Terrain with 2018 Ford Escape | Head to Head | Ford

Thinking about buying a GMC Terrain? Consider the 2018 Ford Escape with available adaptive cruise control* and Intelligent 4WD. Become part of America's best-selling brand** with the 2018 Ford Escape.

*Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver's attention, judgment and need to control the vehicle.
**Based on 2017 CY sales.

Austin Hatcher Foundation: Dream Road Trip | Go Further | Ford

For survivors of pediatric cancer, it can be hard to imagine a life outside of hospitals and clinics. That’s why Ford collaborated with the Austin Hatcher Foundation. Watch how two pediatric cancer survivors are given the road trip of their dreams.

Compare 2018 GMC Yukon XL vs 2018 Ford Expedition Max | Head to Head | Ford

Thinking about buying a 2018 GMC Yukon XL? Consider the 2018 Ford Expedition Max with its rear Cargo Management System, best-in-class fuel economy* and more. Become a part of America’s best-selling brand with the Ford Expedition Max.

*EPA-estimated rating of 17 city/23 highway/19 combined mpg 4x2 LWB. Actual mileage will vary. Class is Extended Utilities based on Ford segmentation.

The 2018 F-150: Effective Payload | F-150 | Ford

With best-in-class* payload you’ll be able to work smart with more effective payload. Just one of the many reasons the 2018 Ford F-150 doesn’t just raise the bar. It is the bar.

*Max payload on F-150 XL Regular Cab, 8’ box, 5.0L, 4X2, Heavy Duty Payload Pkg. and 18” Heavy Duty Wheels. Not shown. Class is Full-Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs. GVWR based on Ford segmentation.

Compare 2018 Ram 1500 with 2018 Ford F-150 | Head to Head | Ford

Thinking about buying a 2018 Ram 1500? Consider the 2018 F-150 with best-in-class 470 lb.-ft. of torque, best-in-class towing of 13,200 lbs., best-in-class payload of 3,270 lbs. and the highest gas mileage of any full-size pickup truck in America.* The new F-150 body is up to 700 lbs. lighter than the previous generation because it’s made of high-strength, military-grade aluminum alloy. Become part of America’s best-selling brand** with the 2018 Ford F-150.

*When properly configured. EPA-estimated rating of 20 city/26 hwy/22 combined mpg, 2.7L EcoBoost®, 4x2. Actual mileage will vary. Class is Full-Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs. GVWR based on Ford segmentation.
**Based on 2017 CY sales.

The 2018 F-150: The Right Tool for Your Needs | F-150 | Ford

Having the right tool and the right power for the job* – now, that’s working smarter. That’s why the 2018 Ford F-150 doesn’t just raise the bar. It is the bar.

*Max towing on F-150 XL SuperCrew®, 6.5’ box, 3.5L EcoBoost, 4X2 and Max Trailer Tow Pkg. Not shown. Class is Full-Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs. GVWR based on Ford segmentation.

Compare 2018 Honda CR-V with 2018 Ford Escape | Head to Head | Ford

Thinking about buying a Honda CR-V? Consider the 2018 Ford Escape with maximum towing capacity of 3,500 lbs.,* 245 hp,** NHTSA 5-Star Crash Safety Rating† and Available Intelligent 4WD. Become part of America's best-selling brand†† with the 2018 Ford Escape.

*When properly equipped with Class II Trailer Tow Package.
**Available 2.0-liter engine. Horsepower rating achieved with 93-octane fuel.
†Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA's) New Car Assessment Program (http://www.safercar.org).
††Based on 2017 CY sales.

The 2018 F-150: Wrangling Clowns | F-150 | Ford

With best-in-class* towing you’ll be able to tow some serious, or some silly, weight. Just one of the many reasons the 2018 Ford F-150 doesn’t just raise the bar. It is the bar.

*Max towing on F-150 XL SuperCrew®, 6.5’ box, 3.5L EcoBoost, 4X2 and Max Trailer Tow Pkg. Not shown. Class is Full-Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs. GVWR based on Ford segmentation.

The 2018 Ford F-150 meets the Kraft Wienermobile | F-150 | Ford

Sometimes in your blind spot there might be an iconic vehicle. Good thing the 2018 Ford F-150 has your truck and your trailer’s blind spot covered with available BLIS with Trailer Coverage.

Ford Trucks – The Modern Workhorse | Built Ford Proud | Ford

We know your truck is your workhorse, which is why it is Built Ford Tough.

The Family Name | Built Ford Proud | Ford

You can see the pride in everything we do. How do you know? We put our name on it. Built Ford Proud.

Compare 2018 Chevy Equinox with 2018 Ford Escape | Head to Head | Ford

Thinking about buying a Chevy Equinox? Consider the 2018 Ford Escape with available Enhanced Active Park Assist.* Become part of America's best-selling brand** with the 2018 Ford Escape. 

*Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver's attention, judgment and need to control the vehicle.
**Based on 2017 CY sales.

The Future is Built | Built Ford Proud | Ford

The Future is Built | Built Ford Proud | Ford

Ford Trucks – Built Ford Tough | Built Ford Proud | Ford

Ford Trucks – Built Ford Tough | Built Ford Proud | Ford

Compare 2018 Toyota Highlander With 2018 Ford Explorer | Head to Head | Ford

Thinking about buying a 2018 Toyota Highlander? Consider the 2018 Ford Explorer* with PowerFold® third-row seat, hands-free, foot-activated liftgate and enhanced active park assist.** Become part of America's best-selling† brand with the 2018 Ford Explorer.

*Optional features are shown.
**Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver's attention, judgment and need to control the vehicle.
†Based on 2017 CY sales.

Compare 2018 Nissan Rogue with 2018 Ford Escape | Head to Head | Ford

Thinking about buying a Nissan Rogue? Consider the 2018 Ford Escape with maximum towing capacity of 3,500 lbs.,* 245 hp,** Enhanced Active Park Assist,† and available Intelligent 4WD. Become part of America's best-selling brand†† with the 2018 Ford Escape.

*When properly equipped with Class II Trailer Tow Package.
**Available 2.0-liter engine. Horsepower rating achieved with 93-octane fuel.
† Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver's attention, judgment and need to control the vehicle.
††Based on 2017 CY sales.

Longest-Tenured Ford Employee: Willie Fulton Jr. | Go Further | Ford

At 86 years old with 65 years of experience at Ford Motor Company, Willie Fulton Jr. has seen it all. His passion for his work and for the brand has kept him at the Rouge Complex through decades, and he’s showing no sign of slowing down. Thanks for everything you do, Willie.

Compare 2018 Jeep Cherokee with 2018 Ford Escape | Head to Head | Ford

Thinking about buying a Jeep Cherokee? Consider the 2018 Ford Escape with NHTSA 5-Star Crash Safety Rating* and hands-free, foot-activated liftgate. Become part of America's best-selling brand** with the 2018 Ford Escape.

*Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA's) New Car Assessment Program (http://www.safercar.org).
**Based on 2017 CY sales.

Speed Therapy: Boost Your Mood | Go Further | Ford

A performance car does much more than get you from A to B — it could be a valuable part of your daily well-being routine.

Compare 2018 Hyundai Tucson with 2018 Ford Escape | Head to Head | Ford

Thinking about buying a 2018 Hyundai Tucson? Consider the 2018 Ford Escape with available enhanced active park assist,* more cargo room behind the front seats,** available hands-free, foot-activated liftgate and available Intelligent 4WD. Become part of America's best-selling† brand with the 2018 Ford Escape.

*Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver's attention, judgment and need to control the vehicle.
**With the second-row seat back folded. †Based on 2017 CY sales.

53 Seconds: An F-150 is Built | Innovation | Ford

Watch as Ford Motor Company flexes its manufacturing muscles, where a new Ford F-150 rolls off the line every 53 seconds at the Rouge Complex in Dearborn, Michigan. Designers, engineers, plant workers and advanced robotics work seamlessly together to produce this iconic truck.

Compare 2018 Honda Accord with 2018 Ford Fusion | Head to Head | Ford

Thinking about buying a 2018 Honda Accord? Consider the 2018 Ford Fusion with available all-wheel drive, enhanced active park assist and a NHTSA 5-Star Crash Safety Rating.* Become a part of America's best-selling brand with the 2018 Ford Fusion. **

*Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA's) New Car Assessment Program (www.safercar.gov).
**Based on 2017 CY sales.

Demos with Drones: Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go | F-150 | Ford

See how the Ford F-150 continues to get smarter and smarter with a demonstration of new available adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go,* shot almost entirely with drones.

*Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver’s attention, judgment and need to control the vehicle.

Compare 2018 Dodge Durango With 2018 Ford Explorer | Head to Head | Ford

Thinking about buying a 2018 Dodge Durango? Consider the 2018 Ford Explorer with its PowerFold® third-row seat, enhanced active park assist, available hands-free, foot-activated liftgate and available second-row outboard inflatable rear safety belts. Become part of America's best-selling* brand with the 2018 Ford Explorer.

*Based on 2017 CY sales.

Demos with Drones: Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ | F-150 | Ford

Sure, you can back up in a straight line, but let’s see how the Ford F-150 fares with a winding course, using only available Pro Trailer Backup Assist.™*

*Optional features shown. Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver’s attention, judgment and the need to control the vehicle.

Compare 2018 Subaru Forester with 2018 Ford Escape | Head to Head | Ford

Thinking about buying a 2018 Subaru Forester? Consider the 2018 Ford Escape with available enhanced active park assist,* maximum towing capacity of 3,500 lbs.,** available hands-free, foot-activated liftgate and available Intelligent 4WD. Become part of America's best-selling† brand with the 2018 Ford Escape.

*Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver's attention, judgment and need to control the vehicle.
**Available 2.0L EcoBoost® engine. When properly equipped with Class II Trailer Tow Package.
†Based on 2017 CY sales.

The 2019 Ford Edge: Connectivity | Edge | Ford

Ford Edge team member Cristina Aquino tells us about the 2019 Ford Edge. We want to be connected to the road and want it to be easy. Consider the new 2019 Ford Edge, with available SYNC® 3 AppLink with Waze,* Ford + Alexa,** Apple CarPlay,™† and Android Auto™ compatibility†.

* Waze is available via iPhone® with SYNC3 and on Android Auto.™ Commands may vary by phone and Applink software. iPhone is a trademark of Apple,Inc. registered in the U.S. and other countries. Android Auto is a trademark of Google, Inc. Alexa requires available SYNC3 Applink. Certain Alexa functionality is dependent on smartphone and home technology. Amazon, Alexa and all related logos and marks are trademarks of Amazon. com, Inc. or its affiliates. Don’t drive while distracted or while using handheld devices. Use voice controls. Some features may be locked out while the vehicle is in gear.

**Don’t drive while distracted or while using handheld devices. Use voice controls. Certain Alexa functionality is dependent on smart-home technology.

†Requires phone with active-data service and compatible software. SYNC 3 does not control third-party products while in use. Third parties are solely responsible for their respective functionality. Apple CarPlay is a trademark of Apple Inc. Android Auto is a trademark of Google Inc.

The 2019 Ford Edge ST: Walkaround | Edge | Ford

Ford Edge team member Cristina Aquino tells us about the 2019 Ford Edge ST. Capability meets power in the first SUV from Ford Performance Team.

Compare 2018 Jeep Compass with 2018 Ford Escape | Head to Head | Ford

Thinking about buying a 2018 Jeep Compass? Consider the 2018 Ford Escape with available enhanced active park assist,* hands-free, foot-activated liftgate, available Intelligent 4WD, available adaptive cruise control and maximum towing capacity of 3,500 lbs.** Become part of America’s best-selling† brand with the 2018 Ford Escape.

*Driver-assist are supplemental and do not replace the driver’s attention, judgment, and need to control the vehicle.
**Available 2.0L EcoBoost® engine. When properly equipped with Class II Trailer Tow Package. †Based on 2017 CY sales.

Demos with Drones: Pre-Collision Assist with Pedestrian Detection | F-150 | Ford

Take a look at how the Ford F-150 uses available Pre-Collision Assist with Pedestrian Detection* when it’s confronted with a pedestrian. And seriously, don’t try this at home.

*Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver's attention, judgment and the need to control the vehicle. Pre-Collision Assist with Pedestrian Detection can detect pedestrians, but not in all conditions and does not replace safe driving. See owner’s manual for system limitations.

F-150: The Big Dog | F-150 | Ford

If you’re not the lead dog, the scenery never changes. Only the F-150 gives you best-in-class torque,* payload,* and towing.* It doesn’t just raise the bar, it is the bar.

*Max payload on F-150 XL Regular Cab, 8’ box, 5.0L, 4X2, Heavy Duty Payload Pkg. and 18” Heavy Duty Wheels. Not shown. Max towing on F-150 XL SuperCrew®, 6.5’ box, 3.5L EcoBoost, 4X2 and Max Trailer Tow Pkg. Not shown. Class is Full-Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs. GVWR based on Ford segmentation.

The 2019 Ford Edge ST: Design | Edge | Ford

Ford Edge team member Cristina Aquino tells us about the 2019 Ford Edge ST design, which includes the honeycomb grille, ST bolstered bucket seats, and more. The first SUV from Ford Performance Team.

2018 F-150: Engine Lineup | F-150 | Ford

The 2018 F-150 offers its most advanced engine lineup with variants that can work for anyone. See how the Ford F-150 doesn't just raise the bar, it is the bar.

Compare the Competition With the 2019 Ford Edge ST | Head to Head | Ford

Consider the 2019 Ford Edge ST* with Ford Co-Pilot360™ technology and best-in-class V6 hp. 

*Class is Midsize Utilities based on Ford segmentation, non-diesel competitors.

Introducing the New 2019 Ford Edge ST: Capability Meets Power | Edge | Ford

Want a performance car that fits your life? Introducing the new 2019 Ford Edge ST. The first SUV from Ford Performance.

The New 2019 Ford Edge: Ford Co-Pilot360 Technology™ | Edge | Ford

Drive with the confidence of Ford Co-Pilot360 Technology™ in the new 2019 Ford Edge — offering the most available driver-assist tech in its class.

New Ford Edge, Edge ST Use Artificial Intelligence to Help Improve Traction, Reduce Fuel Usage

• New 2019 Ford Edge, including performance-enhanced Edge ST, introduces new all-wheel-drive disconnect, a first-for-Ford system that helps improve traction and reduce gas usage over the previous model
• All-wheel-drive disconnect switches automatically between two-wheel and all-wheel drive in a fraction of a second, using a form of artificial intelligence to sift through information like wheel slip, road conditions, vehicle speed, windshield wiper usage and outside temperature
• Other Edge and Edge ST tech features that help reduce fuel consumption include active transmission warm-up, deceleration fuel shutoff and exhaust gas recirculation

DEARBORN, Mich., Sept. 12, 2018 – The new 2019 Ford Edge with available all-wheel drive is smart enough to detect various driving conditions and automatically shift between two-wheel and all-wheel drive. The feature provides all-wheel-drive traction when it is needed, and helps reduce fuel consumption when it’s not.

The system is called all-wheel-drive disconnect, a first-for-Ford technology that uses a form of artificial intelligence that can calculate quicker than the human brain. Based on information received from dozens of high-tech sensors, the new Edge can determine in a fraction of a second whether all-wheel drive is needed.

“The concept is pretty simple, it was the execution that was the challenge,” said Scott Beiring, Ford driveline applications supervisor. “Shifting between two- and all-wheel drive needs to be fast and seamless enough that the customer doesn’t know it is happening.”

The system uses an all-new dedicated electronic brain that receives inputs from dozens of sensors throughout the vehicle. It interacts with the traction control system to detect wheel slip, receiving inputs from the anti-lock brakes to learn if that system is active. It even detects if the windshield wipers are on, whether the Edge is towing a trailer, and the outside temperature.

Power control – on the fly

An algorithm that uses “fuzzy logic” processes all of the data to determine if all-wheel or front-wheel drive are optimal. Constantly monitoring, the system can detect in 10 milliseconds the need to engage or disengage all-wheel drive. It can quickly distribute up to 100 percent of the available power from the front to the rear wheels, depending on driving conditions detected by the system.

“‘Fuzzy logic’ refers to the algorithm,” Beiring said. “It’s like you or I determining what to wear based on reading a weather forecast, where we’re going, the time of year and looking outside. In the case of the new Edge, just because the windshield wipers are on doesn’t mean all-wheel drive is going to engage. The algorithm makes the call based on a variety of things that are happening – but much faster than a person could process.

“There are similar systems out there, but none quite like this,” he added. “The fact that we’re able to switch seamlessly and without any input from the driver, that’s the real magic.”

More tech to burn less fuel

All-wheel-drive disconnect is only one reason for the 2019 Ford Edge’s improved EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings. All-wheel drive equipped vehicles have EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 21 mpg city/28 mpg highway/23 mpg combined. Front-wheel drive vehicles have EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 22 mpg city/29 mpg highway/25 mpg combined.

With standard all-wheel drive and a 2.7-liter V6 EcoBoost® engine, Edge ST, the first SUV from the Ford Performance team, has EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 19 mpg city/26 mpg highway/21 mpg combined. Actual mileage may vary.

Those EPA-estimated ratings represent improvements over current Edge models[1] – improvements that the addition of several new technologies as well as a handful of aerodynamic enhancements helped achieve.

Fuel-saving tech features on the new Edge include the following:

• New 8-speed automatic transmission introduces two overdrive gears, which decrease engine rpm for improved fuel economy during highway cruising
• Active transmission warm-up uses reclaimed heat energy to warm up the transmission faster. This, along with a durable, synthetic, ultra-low-viscosity fluid – engineered specifically for the new Edge – reduces component friction and helps save fuel
• Standard Auto Start-Stop helps save fuel by shutting off the engine when the vehicle comes to a stop and automatically restarts when the driver releases the brake pedal
• Deceleration fuel shut-off stops fuel flow to the engine when the vehicle is reducing speed
• Exhaust gas recirculation not only reduces harmful emissions, but increases efficiency by allowing a larger throttle position, thereby reducing pumping losses

To improve Edge aerodynamics, 2019 models are equipped with active grille shutters, full underbody shields and air curtains that create a high-pressure region of air around the outer surface of the wheels and tires for reduced drag.

The new Edge and Edge ST are due to arrive in showrooms later this month.

[1] Ratings for 2019 Edge ST compared to ratings for 2018 Edge Sport.

Test Driving the First Mustang

It's an old auto industry cliche -- "you can't sell a young man an old man's car, but you can sell an old man a young man's car." It's also true. The sporty Mustang was a young man's -- and woman's -- car. The under-30 crowd loved it. But older people also bought them, often as a second car. The Mustang hit a sweet spot in the market, appealing to a wide range of buyers.

Ford Service Advice: What to Know About Collision Repair | Service Advice | Ford

Do you know your rights when it comes to collision repair? This video will inform you on what you need to know about repair shops, estimates, aftermarket and OEM parts and more.

Ford Service Advice: Do I Need My Brakes Checked? | Service Advice | Ford

This video will explain the importance of having your brakes serviced regularly to ensure proper and safe braking, and describe what our service technician's check for during inspection.

The Budgetnista and Ford: Purchasing a Reliable Vehicle to Save Money | Ford

Thinking of purchasing a new vehicle? The Budgetnista, Tiffany Aliche, explains why you should purchase a reliable vehicle to save money in the long run.

1925 Ford Model TT Truck

This year at Old Car Festival we’re celebrating a century of factory-built trucks. Ford Motor Company introduced its Model TT – essentially a Model T with a heftier frame and drivetrain – in 1917. Ford built only three trucks that first year, but more than 40,000 TTs left the factory the following year. Learn more about this truck and the then-young truck market in this video from our Curator of Transportation Matt Anderson.

Ford F-150: Tough Science – Tackle Test | F-150 | Ford

See how the new F-150 works like an offensive line to help protect your blind spot and your front side.

Trail Control Brings Off-Road Cruise Control to 2019 F-150 Raptor

DEARBORN, Mich., Sept. 10, 2018 – The upgraded 2019 Ford F-150 Raptor has picked up a new feature – Trail Control. It’s like cruise control for off-road driving.

This new innovation manages throttle and braking, allowing drivers to focus on steering through challenging off-road conditions. It makes taking Raptor through the rough stuff more fun than ever.

Trail Control can be activated at speeds from 1 mph up to 20 mph, and Raptor is the only pickup that allows the driver to operate Trail Control in all 4x4 modes. The new feature can help overcome steep obstacles by automatically directing torque to each wheel then braking to smoothly bring the truck down on the other side. It also can help in digging the truck out if it happens to get stuck in extreme sand.

The upgraded 2019 Ford F-150 Raptor will be available in late 2018. Trail Control also will be available on the all-new 2019 Ford Ranger, arriving in dealer showrooms early next year.

Ford F-150: Tough Science – Long Snapper | F-150 | Ford

See how the F-150 with available Dynamic Hitch Assist™ accommodates the skills of one of the most specialized offensive line tasks in football: the long snap.

Ford Service Advice: What Is The Light On My Dash? | Service Advice | Ford

This video will help explain what the lights in your instrument panel mean, and what problems they may indicate.

The Budgetnista and Ford: Financing or Leasing a Vehicle | Ford

Thinking of financing or leasing a vehicle? The Budgetnista, Tiffany Aliche, explains the difference between the two options.

The Stakes Are High: Inside the Team Developing Ford’s New Generation of Electric Vehicles

Ford’s all-new Mustang-inspired fully-electric performance utility arrives in 2020 with targeted range of 300 miles.

You’d think after 28 years of working for the same company that nothing would surprise me. I’ve been fortunate enough to work for Ford across many amazing teams on many exciting assignments, most recently leading development of the next-generation Mustang.

But earlier this year I received a call that would challenge everything I thought I knew about Ford and our future. I was asked to lead product development for a brand-new team, Ford Team Edison, focusing exclusively on electrified vehicles for both Ford and Lincoln. And to be successful, this new team had to be willing to challenge every truth and every process we had developed over the course of our careers.

Having just taken delivery of a Shelby GT350R, those in the dark about electric vehicles might think that they chose the wrong guy in that I’m a Mustang enthusiast. But as my team and I have quickly found out, the new generation of electric vehicles is just as exciting — only different. Different can be good. Very good. And it’s opened our eyes to a whole new Ford. The stakes are high. The challenge higher. We are being tasked to set the future trajectory of the company, and Team Edison is up for that challenge.

With Ford, I’ve had the opportunity to work around the globe — in Germany, India, China, South America and my home in the U.K. — and this new role with Ford Team Edison has allowed me to fully leverage my global experience.

The electric vehicle market overall is accelerating at an exponential rate, with each individual market presenting its own unique challenges. It’s an exciting time to be bringing forward a winning portfolio of electrified vehicles. My team and I are both proud of and energized by the company’s $11 billion investment to bring 16 fully electric vehicles within a global portfolio of 40 electrified vehicles through 2022. All of us here have unknowingly prepared for this our entire careers.

We’re a dedicated team who has been lucky enough to be chosen to pilot the future of Ford from an old factory in the heart of Corktown, Detroit’s oldest neighborhood. It’s open, airy and encourages collaboration. But don’t be fooled that new desks and an open office floor plan alone creates change. It’s the shift in mindset that is truly creating change at Ford, and giving license to the team to operate in a completely different way.

Change doesn’t happen overnight, but for our team, things are moving quickly. The team is cross-functional, and on any given day you can find yourself sitting next to someone working to market our electric vehicles, someone looking at the profit potential of our electric vehicles, or be on a coffee break with someone involved in our charging strategy.

We’ve been tasked to move fast and come together quickly to solve common problems — what we like to call “cross-functional sprints,” and we’ve embraced a “no stripes mentality” to encourage that ideas come from different viewpoints.

The other big change is the human-centric approach in everything we do. There isn’t a ton of historical data to look at for electric vehicles — meaning you can’t just look back at what happened before and use that as inspiration for what to do next. The world is fundamentally shifting, and we have to listen more than ever to really understand our customers and how they are evolving.

For example, on a recent trip to Shanghai, we looked at how extended families use their vehicles. We all wondered what on earth we were doing watching families get in and out of a three-row vehicle. I, of course, assumed that kids would go right back in the third row — but I was wrong. In China, children usually go straight to the second row, as it’s deemed the best place since the child represents the future. The grandmother generally rides up front and the grandfather climbs into the back. Goes to show you can — and should — always be learning something new that can be applied to improve the customer experience. We can take these insights and ensure we’re really designing vehicles in a way that is human-centered and right for each unique market.

Prototypes also play a big part in what we’re doing, allowing us to pivot along the way to deliver the best products and services possible. Having the flexibility to learn and iterate is a huge enabler. What I’ve come to learn is that design has to be intuitive. I only have to watch my 6-year-old twins play with my iPhone to know what intuitive design looks like. Gone are the days of shiny, expensive prototypes. Customers don’t care about that — a low-fidelity cardboard prototype is enough to get feedback.

This way of thinking is all part of our new, fast-moving team mantra. In fact, as a reminder of this, I’ve kept one of our first prototypes of the infotainment system for one of our new electric vehicles. It’s literally cardboard, with a piece of a plastic cup stuck to it with tape. What I’m trying to demonstrate is that innovation does not have to be expensive. It has to be smart. And I’m surrounded by some of the smartest people I’ve ever worked with.

Electric vehicle customers are buying into the future and our team is 100 percent focused on not only delivering vehicles they will love, but providing an entire electric vehicle ecosystem that works flawlessly. It’s exciting to know that my stint leading development of the next-generation Mustang actually comes full circle as we get ready to launch our electric Mustang-inspired utility. I, for one, can’t wait to have one — side-by-side — with my Shelby GT350R.

The Budgetnista and Ford: the Hidden Costs of Buying a Car | Ford

The Budgetnista, Tiffany Aliche, explains incentives and unforeseen expenses that you may come across when purchasing a new vehicle.

Ford Volunteer Corps Deploys Thousands of Employees into Communities Worldwide During Ford Global Caring Month

• Thousands of Ford volunteers are building stronger communities and making people’s lives better around the world during Ford Global Caring Month in September
• Ford employees are improving access to clean water, building homes and expanding essential services for the underserved among more than 300 projects this month
• Ford Motor Company Fund - the philanthropic arm of Ford Motor Company – is also contributing more than $700,000 for tools and supplies to complete the global projects

Dearborn, Mich., Sept. 4, 2018 – Ford Global Caring Month is underway with more than 10,000 Ford Motor Company employees signed up so far to make people’s lives better in 40 countries during September – and registrations are still coming in to the Ford Volunteer Corps.

Ford volunteers in Brazil are building a new kitchen for families at a cancer center for children. In Germany, a pub is being transformed into a new community gathering place with services for residents in an underserved neighborhood. South Africa Ford employees are converting shipping containers into a classroom and daycare, while also establishing a recycling facility to help unemployed young people.

Ford Global Caring Month is the signature annual event of the Ford Volunteer Corps, an opportunity for teams of Ford employees to band together and help meet the urgent needs of people in powerful, impactful ways that strengthen the entire community.

“Ford volunteers are making steady progress toward our goal of a better world for everyone,” said Jim Vella, president, Ford Motor Company Fund. “Ford and its employees know there is still much more work to do and we are committed to moving forward and improving the quality of life for people in our communities, not just for one month or one year, but in sustainable ways over the long haul.”

Ford volunteers are putting their skills to work with energy and enthusiasm on more than 300 projects across six continents. Ford Fund is contributing $700,000 in grants for nonprofits to purchase the tools and supplies needed to complete many of these global projects. Among the other work being tackled:

Australia - Restoring camp for high-risk children and families to rebuild relationships

China - Harvest fruits at a charity farm and distribute the produce to local people in need

India - Restoring ponds and improving water access for 3,500 households in two villages

Mexico - Install solar dehydrators to preserve produce and build two homes for families

Mozambique - Restore clean water system and remodel bathroom facilities at nursing home

Philippines - Build community water facilities that will serve about 240 families

Thailand - Renovate and make improvements to a school water system

United Kingdom - Improve the grounds and renovate facilities at a hospice center

United States – Clear vacant lots and alleys, clean up blight in residential areas

During September, Ford volunteers in the U.S. will concentrate their efforts on neighborhoods. Ford employees will participate in more than 100 volunteer activities across 14 states from Arizona, California and Washington to New York, Ohio and Texas.

Specifically in Detroit, Ford volunteers will join hundreds of others in planting more than 600,000 daffodils on Belle Isle — one for every resident of the city. They will also be taking part in a project that will create safe pathways for students to school in the Regent Park neighborhood, which is not far from the Ford Resource and Engagement Center on Detroit’s east side.

“Healthy neighborhoods offer comfort, security and shared experiences that can make life richer and more enjoyable,” said Todd Nissen, director, Ford Volunteer Corps. “Neighborhoods are the building blocks of stronger communities, where people can find the assistance and the opportunities they need to raise their standard of living.”

The Ford Volunteer Corps is the heart of a global network that enlists more than 30,000 employees annually. Ford Global Caring Month marks the largest concentration of Ford employees performing service work in the community each year, but Ford volunteers are on the job at food banks, care facilities and schools all year long. Since its launch in 2005 by Executive Chairman Bill Ford, the Ford Volunteer Corps has contributed more than 1.5 million hours of community service in 50 countries, representing more than $40 million of in-kind community investments.

The Ford Volunteer Corps is advancing the creative ideas of Ford employees to have a lasting impact in the communities Ford serves. The Bill Ford Better World Challenge annually awards up to $500,000 to support Ford volunteer projects focused on providing better access to clean water and improved sanitation, solutions to mobility challenges and meeting basic needs. Graduates of Ford’s Thirty Under 30 philanthropic leadership program are also putting their training to work guiding other Ford employees and developing transformational projects that compete for grants in the Bill Ford Better World Challenge.

Compare 2018 Honda CR-V with 2018 Ford Escape | Head to Head | Ford

Thinking about buying a Honda CR-V? Consider the 2018 Ford Escape with maximum towing capacity of 3,500 lbs.,* 245 hp,** NHTSA 5-Star Crash Safety Rating† and Available Intelligent 4WD. Become part of America's best-selling brand†† with the 2018 Ford Escape.

*When properly equipped with Class II Trailer Tow Package.
**Available 2.0-liter engine. Horsepower rating achieved with 93-octane fuel.
†Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA's) New Car Assessment Program (http://www.safercar.org).
††Based on 2017 CY sales.

Ford F-150: Overview | F-150 | Ford

From updates to the grille, tailgate, smart technologies and our most advanced engine lineup ever, see how the Ford F-150 doesn't just raise the bar, it is the bar.

The Budgetnista and Ford: How to Budget Before Purchasing a Vehicle | Ford

The Budgetnista, Tiffany Aliche, explains the steps you should take before going to a dealership if you are interested in buying a car, including paying down current debt and saving for a down payment.

2018 Woodward Dream Cruise - Mustang Alley | Ford Performance

Ford Mustang enthusiasts from around the world travel to the Woodward Dream Cruise to visit Mustang Alley.

Who Is the Hardest-Working Person You Know? | Go Further | Ford

Ford wanted to recognize a few of the many individuals who work every day to make better lives for their families. Who is the hardest-working person you know?

2018 Ford Mustang GT Active Valve Performance Exhaust

Learn more about the 2018 Ford Mustang GT Active Valve Performance Exhaust

2018 Woodward Dream Cruise - 2008 Roush P-51A Mustang | Ford Performance

This pony isn’t for the showroom floor. Grace and Bernie Burl love to take their 2008 Roush P-51A Mustang everywhere they go.

2018 Woodward Dream Cruise - 1993 Ford Mustang LX | Ford Performance

Autumn Schwalbe has been drag racing her 1993 Ford Mustang LX since she was 15.

2018 Woodward Dream Cruise - 50th Anniversary Cobra Jet | Ford Performance

The 50th Anniversary Cobra Jet pays homage to the original, which debuted at NHRA Winternationals in 1968, and makes its first public appearance at Woodward Dream Cruise.

New 2019 Ford GT Heritage Edition Honors Most Famous Paint Scheme in Motorsports

• New 2019 Ford GT Heritage Edition celebrates 50th anniversary of the 1968 and 1969 Le Mans-winning GT40 with limited-edition Gulf Oil tribute racing livery – auto racing’s most famous paint scheme
• Unique Heritage Blue and Heritage Orange paint scheme led to other similarly painted cars across many race series globally over the past half-century
• Interior of new 2019 Ford GT features exclusive colors, materials and appointments, including a seat pattern reminiscent of the 1968 GT40 Le Mans winner’s
• Ford GT Heritage Edition will have a unique two-year run, with optional exposed carbon fiber accents featuring No. 9 graphics for 2019 and No. 6 graphics for 2020

DEARBORN, Mich., Aug. 24, 2018 – The new 2019 Ford GT Heritage Edition honors the legendary American Gulf Oil-sponsored Ford GT40 by featuring the most famous paint scheme in motorsports – plus a set of additional exclusive touches.

“Many view the Gulf Oil paint scheme as the most famous in motorsports,” said Joe Hinrichs, Ford president, global operations. “The 1968 GT40 quickly became a global sensation after beating its European competitors on the track four times in a row, and in honor of the 50th anniversary of its win, we’re paying fresh tribute to the original with a new heritage limited edition.”

Known among racing enthusiasts as chassis No. 1075, the 1968 GT was one of just a few individual cars to achieve repeat victories in the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

For the first time, an optional package provides exposed carbon fiber accents for both the interior and exterior of the Ford GT Heritage Edition. For 2019, the package features the No. 9 graphics on the hood and doors, as well as a ghosted image on the interior door panels. For 2020, No. 6 honors the same car that went on to win Le Mans in 1969 with a different number.

The Heritage Edition features exposed carbon fiber A-pillars and sports unique 20-inch one-piece forged aluminum wheels in high-gloss dark stainless with black lug nuts. Orange calipers and silver rearview mirror caps complete the look.

Ebony Alcantara wraps the seats, instrument panel, pillars, headliner and steering wheel. Contrasting blue and orange stitching accentuates the seats and steering wheel, with a new seat embossment inspired by the original 1968 Le Mans-winning car as well as clear and polished anodized paddle shifters.

High-gloss dark stainless appliqués accent the instrument panel, door register bezels and x-brace to round out the interior.

Much like previous heritage models, the Ford GT Heritage Edition features a unique serialized identification plate, plus exposed matte carbon fiber door sills, air register pods and center console.

“We are delighted to partner with Ford to help the Gulf-themed Heritage Edition Ford GT become reality. The Ford Marque has played a major role in creating Gulf’s place in motoring and motorsporting legend and the same is true in reverse,” enthused MD of Gulf Oil Lubricants India Ltd, Ravi Chawla. “Every Gulf outright victory at Le Mans has been Ford-powered and of course Gulf Ford GT40s took the latter two wins of Ford’s four consecutive victories at Le Mans from 1966-1969. What could be more fitting than both brands coming together to produce this fantastic motor car – the modern spiritual successor to the amazing Gulf-Ford GT40s that took Le Mans and World Championship honours.”

There’s a New Girl in Town | Ford Explorer | Ford

Consider the Ford Explorer with enhanced active park assist.* Become part of America’s best-selling brand** with a Ford vehicle.

*Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver’s attention, judgment and need to control the vehicle.
**Based on 2017 CY sales.

What Can I Do? | Ford Escape | Ford

Consider the Ford Escape with SYNC®3 with Ford+Alexa App* and available Hands-Free, Foot-Activated Liftgate. Become part of America’s best-selling brand** with a Ford vehicle.

*Requires available SYNC®3 Applink® version 2.2 or higher. Don’t drive while distracted or while using handheld devices. Uses voice controls. Certain Alexa functionality is dependent on smartphone and smart-home technology. Amazon, Alexa and all related logos and marks are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.
**Based on 2017 CY sales.

Just a Taste | F-150 | Ford

Consider the Ford F-150 with dynamic hitch assist and Pro Trailer Backup Assist.™* Become part of America’s best-selling brand** with a Ford vehicle.

*Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver’s attention, judgment and need to control the vehicle.
**Based on 2017 CY sales.

2018 Woodward Dream Cruise - 1965 Ford Mustang GT | Ford Performance

This unrestored 1965 Ford Mustang GT means everything to Angel Raddatz and Joe Errante. It’s a treasured family heirloom that represents a love for Mustang that spans generations.

FordPass™ Connect with Wi-Fi Hotspot Overview | SYNC 3 How-To | Ford

This easy-to-follow video will help explain how to connect your vehicle to the Wi-Fi hotspot* via available FordPass™** Connect, for internet surfing and streaming capability on up to 10 devices.

*Wi-Fi hotspot includes complimentary wireless data trial that begins upon AT&T activation and expires at the end of 3 months or when 3GB of data is used, whichever comes first, but cannot extend beyond the complimentary subscription period for remote feature. To activate go to www.att.com/ford.
**Available feature. FordPass™ Connect is for 2019 and later model year vehicles and is required for certain features. FordPass Connect includes complimentary 1-year subscription for remote features, excluding Wi-Fi hotspot, and starts with vehicle sale date. Subscription is subject to compatible 4G network availability. Evolving technology/cellular networks may affect future functionality. Certain restrictions, third-party terms or message/data rates may apply.

2018 Woodward Dream Cruise - Mustang Alley | Ford Performance

Ford Mustang enthusiasts from around the world travel to the Woodward Dream Cruise to visit Mustang Alley.

2018 Full-Size SUV Challenge — Cars.com

Cars.com has long pitted three-row SUVs against each other, as recently as last year with the Three-Row SUV Challenge. But we've always concentrated on light-duty people haulers — "crossovers," if you must. So how about SUVs that can tow and haul much heavier loads and tackle off-road terrain while seating up to nine? For the first time, we're finding out how the Chevrolet Tahoe, Ford Expedition, Nissan Armada and Toyota Sequoia fare against each other in this 2018 Full-Size SUV Challenge. Watch the video to see which one comes out on top.

The 2018 Ford Mustang: Let It Drive You | Mustang | Ford

We all drive. Some of us make it personal. The 2018 Ford Mustang lets you personalize your ride with available features such as a 12-inch all-digital LCD cluster, selectable drive modes and the ability to choose your Mustang's exhaust volume to suit your preference.

Ford F-150: Engine Lineup | F-150 | Ford

The F-150 now offers its most advanced engine lineup of with variants that can work for anyone. See how the Ford F-150 doesn't just raise the bar, it is the bar.

Ford GTs Head to Silverstone | Ford Performance

The championship battle resumes when the Ford GTs head to Silverstone with their eyes set on the top of the podium.

Compare 2018 Honda Accord with 2018 Ford Fusion | Head to Head | Ford

Thinking about buying a 2018 Honda Accord? Consider the 2018 Ford Fusion with available all-wheel drive, enhanced active park assist and a NHTSA 5-Star Crash Safety Rating.* Become a part of America's best-selling brand with the 2018 Ford Fusion. **

*Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA's) New Car Assessment Program (www.safercar.gov).
**Based on 2017 CY sales.

Ford Performance Reveals the 2019 NASCAR Cup Series Ford Mustang

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Ford Celebration: 10th Millionth Mustang | Mustang | Ford

Ford Mustang, a cultural icon inspiring optimism and independence around the world, celebrates the production of its 10th millionth car at Flat Rock Assembly Plant in Michigan. Watch as more than 60 Ford Mustang owners of all model years assemble for the tribute to the Mustang.

FORD ROLLS OUT EXOSKELETON WEARABLE TECHNOLOGY GLOBALLY TO HELP LESSEN WORKER FATIGUE, INJURY

• Ford employees in 15 plants globally who perform repetitive overhead tasks now have assistance from a new upper body exoskeletal technology
• EksoVest is the latest example of advanced technology Ford is using to reduce the physical toll on employees during the vehicle assembly process, lessening the chance of worker fatigue, injury or discomfort
• Since 2005, incidents in Ford’s global facilities that resulted in lost time fell 75 percent; the 2018 incident rate was one of the lowest on record

DEARBORN, Mich., Aug. 7, 2018 – Imagine lifting a bag of flour or a watermelon over your head up to 4,600 times a day as part of your job – that is similar to what some Ford employees do every day as they work to build vehicles around the world.

Repetitive motions like those can lead to fatigue and injury for workers, but now Ford is rolling out a new wearable technology globally called EksoVest that helps reduce injury risk in some plant workers after a successful trial in two U.S. plants.

Ford employees in 15 plants and seven countries around the world are able to use an EksoVest to help lessen the physical toll that their job takes on their body. Ford partnered with Ekso Bionics to enhance this wearable technology that elevates and supports a worker’s arms while performing overhead tasks such as reaching up with a power tool to screw bolts to secure the car’s brace – all while standing underneath the vehicle.

“Building vehicles is physically a tough job,” said Bruce Hettle, Ford group vice president, Manufacturing and Labor Affairs. “We care about our employees and are trying to help them do their jobs with the least amount of wear and tear on their bodies possible.”

The EksoVest fits workers ranging from 5 feet 2 inches tall to 6 feet 4 inches tall and provides lift assistance from five pounds to 15 pounds per arm. Ford workers say it’s comfortable because it’s lightweight and not bulky, allowing them to move their arms easily.

“I don’t want the EksoVest to ever leave,” said Nick Gotts, an original EksoVest operator at Flat Rock Assembly, “Any job that’s overhead, I wouldn’t work without it.”

Ford piloted the EksoVest at Michigan Assembly Plant in Wayne, Mich. and Flat Rock Assembly Plant in Flat Rock, Mich., during the past year. The feedback from plant operators helped refine the technology before the company rolled it out globally.

“At Ekso, our mission is to augment human capability with wearable technology and robotics that help people rethink current physical limitations and achieve the remarkable,” said Jack Peurach, president and chief executive officer of Ekso Bionics. “Advancing our collaboration with a global leader like Ford, represents a major step forward in achieving our mission as our EksoVest is deployed around the world to enhance the well-being of its work force.”

FORD IMPROVES CAR MAKING THE SAME WAY SPORTS STARS RAISE THEIR GAME – WITH BODY TRACKING TECHNOLOGY

• Ford employs body tracking technology on the assembly line just as sport stars perfect technique and replicate signature moves for video games
• Ford Valencia Engine Assembly Plant workers wear special suit with sensors that helps promote good posture
• The company is considering further rollout to its other European manufacturing facilities.

VALENCIA, Spain, Aug. 7, 2018 – Technology typically used by the world’s top sport stars to raise their game, or ensure their signature skills are accurately replicated in leading video games, is now being used on an auto assembly line.

Employees at Ford’s Valencia Engine Assembly Plant, in Spain, are using a special suit equipped with advanced body tracking technology. The pilot system, created by Ford and the Instituto Biomecánica de Valencia, has involved 70 employees in 21 work areas.

Player motion technology usually records how athletes sprint or turn, enabling sport coaches or game developers to unlock the potential of sport stars in the real world or on screen. Ford is using it to design less physically stressful workstations for enhanced manufacturing quality.

“It’s been proven on the sports field that with motion tracking technology, tiny adjustments to the way you move can have a huge benefit,” said Javier Gisbert, production area manager, Ford Valencia Engine Assembly Plant. “For our employees, changes made to work areas using similar technology can ultimately ensure that, even on a long day, they are able to work comfortably.”

Engineers took inspiration from a suit they saw at a trade fair that demonstrated how robots could replicate human movement and then applied it to their workplace, where production of the new Ford Transit Connect and 2.0-litre EcoBoost Duratec engines began this month.

The skin-tight suit consists of 15 tiny movement tracking light sensors connected to a wireless detection unit. The system tracks how the person moves at work, highlighting head, neck, shoulder and limb movements. Movement is recorded by four specialised motion-tracking cameras – similar to those usually paired with computer game consoles – placed near the worker and captured as a 3D skeletal character animation of the user.

Specially trained ergonomists then use the data to help employees align their posture correctly. Measurements captured by the system, such as an employee’s height or arm length, are used to design workstations, so they better fit employees.

Ford is now considering further rollout to its other European manufacturing facilities. It is part of Ford’s work – underway since 2003 – to reduce the injury rate for its employees worldwide through the introduction of ergonomics technologies and data-driven process changes.

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DEARBORN, Mich., Jul. 16, 2018 – When Teri Lou Dantzler returned home from her New Zealand vacation in 2016, one of the first items on her to-do list was researching vans.

That’s because Dantzler, a landscape photographer and grandmother, had just spent her holiday camping in a large vehicle, or “camper-vanning,” as it’s known in some parts – and loved it. After deciding to purchase a Ford Transit, she spent the next four months working with her father to outfit the vehicle with everything she needed to accommodate long road trips to capture the best photos around the U.S. – a bed, workspace, refrigerator, freshwater system and plenty of storage – and documented the whole thing on YouTube.

Living in vans – once upon a time a lifestyle dedicated mostly to surfer dudes – is now expanding to include women like Dantzler. In fact, more and more women are tricking out vans and taking their lives on the road, choosing Ford Transit and Transit Connect as platforms on which to build their own homes. Women buying Ford vans cite their lower costs, reliability, safety and security, and serviceability through Ford’s extensive North American dealer network as key purchase considerations.

“Now, I can live out on the road for extended periods of time,” says Dantzler, who also added solid maple cabinetry and purpleheart wood inlays, power inverter and solar panel to recharge the battery to her Transit. “In between venturing to unique photo locations, I do meet-ups and conduct live photography classes – all from my home on the road.”

Freedom is ‘Incredible’
For Rebecca Gross, a former Air Force captain and champion cyclist, it’s easy to be productive out on the road. Eight months out of the year, Gross depends on her 2017 Transit cargo van to get her to cyclocross and mountain biking events. She says the freedom is incredible.

“It’s always an adventure,” says Gross. “I’m happier having control over my time. I can coach and work on the road – anywhere I choose – then stop when I want and go for a ride.”

It took just a matter of days and a few hundred dollars in materials for Gross and a friend to outfit the Transit for her home on the road. She built a platform bed with storage underneath, a counter and another storage system for cycling gear and personal items.

“On a cyclist’s budget, the Transit is a lot more affordable option,” says Gross. “The dealer was surprised to hear what I was planning to do with it, but personalizing the van just the way I wanted was really fun.” She estimates the cost was $10,000 less than competing vans.

Equally important to Dantzler and Gross is the extensive Ford dealer network across North America. With more than 3,200 Ford and Lincoln dealers and more than 675 commercial vehicle centers in the United States, Ford Transit owners enjoy significantly greater access to service and maintenance compared to Mercedes-Benz Sprinter owners.

“I need reliability because I put a lot of miles on my van and so far, it’s been awesome,” says Gross. “It’s my happy place.”

No more rent?
Surfer and graphic designer Tasha Rivard lives in a 2010 Transit Connect in Carbondale, Colorado. Like Dantzler, she spent much of her free time studying abroad in Australia traveling the Outback in a rented van. After, she moved to Hawaii, where she met friends living in their vans. When she “stumbled across a Transit Connect at a Ford dealership” two years ago in Texas, Rivard began planning her own home on the road.

Rivard’s Transit Connect includes a compact bed that rolls up to expose a workspace with a desk for her freelance design, and art and jewelry projects. A 100-watt solar panel charges a house battery that powers her refrigerator, lights and other electronic devices.

“The whole ‘not paying rent’ thing gives me the freedom to live in places I might not be able to otherwise,” says Rivard. “That has allowed me to go after new job opportunities and live basically anywhere while keeping life simple.”

Like many who call their vans home, Rivard keeps up a gym membership where she can exercise and get a shower. She also has a portable electric shower hooked up to a freshwater tank in the van where she can rinse off after a morning surf.

Van life is very community-oriented, and once you get into it, you quickly realize how many other people are doing it too, says Rivard, who credits social media with helping her create connections with like-minded individuals. Safety has never been an issue either. “You get used to picking the right spots, and you just rely on common sense,” she says.