Yesterday | AutoSpies
Tag Links: Ford Focus , Ford Focus Parts , Ford Focus Problems , Ford Focus Reviews , New Ford Focus , Used Ford Focus Ford Focus Coupe The automotive press has been pretty merciless towards the Ford Focus ... via AutoSpies
Tuesday May 6 | Left Lane News
Microsoft infotainment systems coming to Hyundai, Kia vehicles
Microsoft Auto software will find its way into Hyundai and Kia vehicles in North America starting in 2010, the South Korea-based automaker announced on Tuesday. via Left Lane News
Tuesday May 6 | WFIE-TV Evansville
Gas prices create trouble for SUV trade-ins
“I wouldn't trade it in for another”
It seems gas prices will never stop rising as the average price for a gallon of regular unleaded fuel in Evansville on Wednesday was $3.72. And, with the pain at the pump becoming unbearable, many drivers are ... via WFIE-TV Evansville
Sunday May 4 | Huliq.com
“They're reliable, and delivery and service from the main dealer is very good. The drivers are happy too - ' it's an all-round good-quality product.”
Western Power Distribution has renewed its contract with Ford to supply all its light commercial vehicles and small business cars . via Huliq.com
Saturday May 3 | Kansas.com
Ford to offer buyouts to 1,300 workers in Illinois, Kentucky
“It's part of our ongoing plan to adjust capacity with demand.”
An enticement for a free year of gasoline with the purchase of a vehicle hangs over a row of unsold 2008 Explorers at a Ford dealership in Denver on Sunday, April 27, 2008. via Kansas.com
Friday May 2 | Columbus Dispatch
April sales of trucks, SUVs took free fall
“At $3 a gallon, there's a lot of discussion about the price of gasoline but not much change in behavior”
Small cars were the big winners in April, as high gas prices accelerated U.S. consumers' rush away from trucks and sport-utility vehicles and makers of fuel-efficient models scored gains despite the weak ... via Columbus Dispatch
Friday May 2 | Huliq.com
Ford's new Focus posted an 88 percent increase in retail sales
“This is the little car that delivers in a big way for customers, with outstanding fuel economy, cool features including SYNC, a fun drive and the right price, right along with the rest of our newest cars and crossovers.”
Ford's new Focus continues to defy gravity -- and the U.S. economy -- with a 88 percent jump in retail sales versus last April and the highest total Focus April sales since 2000. via Huliq.com
Thursday May 1 | CNN Money
Auto sales reflect industry shift
“With oil prices at record levels, compact cars and hybrids continue to lead the way”
Record high gasoline prices are prompting consumers to shift their automobile buying preferences, reflected in sales reports released by top carmakers Thursday. via CNN Money
Thursday May 1 | The Auto Channel
2008 Navigator Owners Can Now SYNC Their Rides
“The company's decision to offer the custom SYNC accessory retrofit kit first on Navigator wasn't casual”
Lincoln Navigator owners wishing they had Ford's industry-exclusive SYNC in-vehicle communications system, need wish no more. via The Auto Channel
Tuesday Apr 29 | Detroit Free Press
Ford designs new seats for 3 key models
“We just simply feel we need to be more involved in the system integration of our interiors to ensure they are distinctively Ford”
More interior work is done in-house BY BRENT SNAVELY * FREE PRESS BUSINESS WRITER * April 24, 2008 New seats designed by an in-house team at Ford Motor Co. via Detroit Free Press







