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Ford increasing production capacity, cutting summer shutdowns due to 'surging' demand
Ford Motor Co. is adding capacity and reducing summer shutdowns at numerous plants this year to meet high demand.
US auto factories cutting back on summer downtime
Ford Motor Co. said Wednesday that 21 of its North American factories will shut for only one week this summer.
Bank robbers nabbed in Lee County
Authorities were alerted just before noon to a bank robbery at the Chase Bank at 21331 South Tamiami Trail in Estero.
Ford Sollers to build new engine plant in Russia for 1.6L Duratec engines
Ford Sollers, the Russian joint venture between Ford Motor and Sollers, is building a $274-million engine plant in Elabuga, Tatarstan.
Test Drive: 2013 Ford Edge Limited AWD
Ford has really got its bases covered when it comes to crossovers and SUVs. At one end of the spectrum we find the small and agile Escape.
UPDATE 1-Ford's Russia JV to invest $274 mln in new engine plant
Ford Sollers, the Russian joint venture of U.S. carmaker Ford, said on Tuesday it will invest $274 million to build a new powertrain plant in Tatarstan, expected to employ some 500 workers.
Ford Sollers Accelerates Growth Plan in Russia with New Engine Plant and Launch of Ford EcoSport SUV
The plant will employ 500 skilled workers with the potential for more job growth in the future Ford EcoSport will be built in Tatarstan for the Russian market from the second half of 2014; expands the Russian Ford SUV range that already includes Ford Explorer and all-new Ford Kuga In 18 months, Ford Sollers has advanced from building two cars, ... (more)
Test Drive: 2013 Mazda CX-9 GT Awd
Mazda's biggest vehicle is its three-row SUV, the CX-9. I just spent a week with this refreshed behemoth, putting it through the paces of our family life.
Tax commissioner's SUV costs taxpayers $39,000
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that the 2013 Ford Explorer Limited used by Fulton County Tax Commissioner Arthur Ferdinand cost taxpayers $39,000. The newspaper reports that residents in the metro Atlanta county are funding Ferdinand's daily commute to work, including gasoline.
Ford Shares Ready To Shift Gears
The narrative of a weak economy affecting high-value purchases such as automobiles has clearly impacted the performance of Ford's stock.
China's struggling automakers jump on SUV boom
The fatter profit margins for SUVs are a financial lifeline to a Chinese industry that is being squeezed as global brands make inroads into their market for smaller cars.
Dodge Durango: An honest 7-seat ute for less
The 2013 Dodge Durango brings seven seats, a nicely balanced driving experience, proper utility profile and three tons of rated towing capacity unmet at this price point.
SUV rolls into western NY river, driver found dead
A man is dead after the SUV he was driving went through a guardrail and flipped onto its roof in a western New York river.
Ford's Future Is In China And It's Doing Quite Well
It is no surprise that Ford is doing well and had an excellent quarter with sales above 18%. For those of you who enjoy investing partially in automakers this is a company you should take a look at.
Teen in stolen vehicle sentenced to probation
Clarence Faust, 18, of the 3200 block of Kimberly Drive, pleaded guilty to unlawful possession of a stolen vehicle before Judge Harry Clem Thursday.
Pony car ponies up cash for RU's Blue and Gold club
Redford resident Jerome Osowski was enchanted with the 2014 Ford Taurus during Monday's Drive 4 Ur School event, a fundraiser for the Blue and Gold Club.
Turn Any Car Into An SUV: Great Mileage + Plenty of Storage
With a greatly increased interest in smaller cars and better fuel efficiency, roof racks systems can do a lot more than just carry bikes or a canoe - they can turn a Toyota Prius into a virtual Toyota 4Runner while reaping the benefit of much better mileage.
China's struggling automakers jump on SUV boom
It comes with an air purifier, radar to help with backing and digital TV. An onboard hard drive can hold 1,000 films.
Get a Monmouth County Golf Cart, Chain Saw or Trailer in Online Auction
In the market for a new car? How about a lawn mower or construction trailer? These items could be yours if the price is right.
Ford registers highest ever middle east Q1 sales
Ford and Lincoln products reported 14 per cent growth in sales during the first quarter of 2013, registering the highest ever Q1 sales for the Middle East region.