Tag: Ford
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Ford｜Stingray Karaoke Now Available in Select Vehicles
September 17, 2024 Ford has introduced the Stingray Karaoke app, available first in the F-150 Lightning and Mustang Mach-E, allowing owners and passengers to enjoy karaoke directly from the vehicle’s screen. With a selection of songs in 38 languages, users can sing along while parked or driving. The app includes a passenger experience where a…
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Ford｜Mustang GTD is the Fastest, Most Powerful Production Mustang
September 16, 2024 14:00 Ford has unveiled the 2025 Mustang GTD, marking the fastest and most powerful production Mustang in history. With 815 horsepower and 664 pound-feet of torque, the GTD reaches a top speed of 202 mph. It is designed to achieve a sub-seven-minute Nürburgring lap, supported by advanced aerodynamics, carbon-ceramic brakes, and active…
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Ford｜Ted Cannis to Retire After 35-Year Ford Career; Andrew Frick Named Interim Ford Pro Leader
On September 12, 2024, Ford Motor Company announced that Ted Cannis will retire at the end of September after a 35-year career. Cannis led Ford Pro since 2021, building it into a high-growth and high-margin business. Andrew Frick, president of Ford Blue, will serve as interim leader, while Daniel Justo has been appointed vice president…
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Ford｜Maximizing Police Fleet Uptime with Ford Pro™ Telematics
On a winter night in Dane County, Wisconsin, Deputy Ben Kunde couldn’t avoid a crash due to icy road conditions. His Ford Police Interceptor® Utility SUV’s Ford Pro™ Telematics system automatically notified his team of the incident. Ford Pro™ Telematics collects vehicle data, including location and crash alerts, enabling the team to monitor the situation…
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Ford｜Southern California Edison and Ford to Reward Electric Vehicle Owners Who Support the Grid
Ford has become the first automaker to participate in a new program that rewards Southern California electric vehicle owners for reducing their home energy use during periods of high grid demand. Ford’s California Power Response program allows customers to pause their vehicle charging during peak demand events and receive $1 per kWh of energy reduced.…
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Ford | Ford Pro ships new E-Transit with enhanced range across the nation
Ford delivers expanded-range E-Transit across North America September 4, 2024 10:00 AM Ford has begun shipping the enhanced range version of its best-selling electric van, the E-Transit, across North America. The new model boasts up to 32% more range, with a maximum of 159 miles on a single charge. It also features dual onboard chargers…
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Ford｜BlueCruise usage peaks during Labor Day weekend, hands-free driving increases significantly
Ford reported that during the 2023 Labor Day weekend, BlueCruise hands-free highway driving was more frequent than during any other holiday period, with an 8.15% increase compared to Thanksgiving. The highest usage of BlueCruise in 2023 was observed in states like California, Texas, and Florida. BlueCruise enhances driving experiences during daily commutes and long road…
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Ford｜Performance Upgrade Available for Ranger, Bronco Raptors; Raptor Rally Attendees Get Discount
On August 29, 2024, in Dearborn, Michigan, Ford announced a new software calibration for the 3.0-liter EcoBoost® engines in Ranger Raptor and Bronco Raptor. This upgrade boosts Ranger Raptor’s torque from 430 lb.-ft. to 536 lb.-ft. and horsepower from 405 to 455, with similar increases for Bronco Raptor. The upgrade is available for the 2024…
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Ford｜New Bronco Sport Gets Big Off-Road Boost, Sasquatch Capability, New Tech
Ford has unveiled the 2025 Bronco Sport, which now includes the high-performance Sasquatch™ off-road package available for the Badlands™ and Outer Banks models. All 2025 models come standard with the largest-in-class 13.2-inch touchscreen featuring the SYNC(R) 4 system. The new Bronco Sport also features enhanced exterior elements like modular steel bumpers and steel underbody protection,…
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Ford｜Ford Pro CFO to Highlight Software and Physical Services Growth at Goldman Sachs Communacopia + Technology Conference
Navin Kumar, CFO of Ford Pro, will discuss the growth opportunities in the commercial vehicle market, focusing on software and physical services, at the Goldman Sachs Communacopia + Technology Conference on September 10, 2024, in San Francisco. Kumar will outline how Ford Pro’s combination of propulsion options, software, and physical services delivers superior value to…