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Edmunds Reviews the 2009 Ford Flex 2008-08-07 12:31:36 Ford Flex Road Test Editor Brian Moody says:
Ford’s Flex is the right car at the right time. It meets people where they are, doesn’t require any compromises and somehow makes the familiar family wagon seem fresh and contemporary.
Personally I love the tech features like Sirius Travel Link and the new Sony audio system. Though they [...]
Ford Flex on Vacation with Suburban Dad 2008-07-29 14:20:30 Suburban Dad, mom and kids hit the road for vaction and will be testing 4 new family friendly vehicles along the way.
The first vehicle being tested is the Ford Flex. During it’s first day the Flex was drawing quite the crowd! On the second day of travel the family is enjoying ice cold refreshments, ingenious [...] Read more:Suburban
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First Pictures of the new Ford 4.4 Liter Diesel Engine 2008-07-23 14:16:14 Thanks to PickupTrucks.com we are able to see parts of the new Diesel Engine
for the F-150 trucks. By 2011 it is expected to be the base diesel ening in the Super Duty trucks and the 4.4-liter V-8 should be offered in F-150s by late 2009.
Power ratings are expected to be at least 340 horsepower and [...] Read more:First
, Pictures
$100 in Free Gas! 2008-07-21 17:01:30 The easiest way to win $100 is to fill out a Steve Marshall Ford survey!! As Daniel McMillian found out. Who will be the next to win??
Odds of winning? Only 20 customer each month receive the survey and on average 1/2 fill it out.
2009 Ford Edge, the CUV for Family 2008-08-21 19:37:34 The Edge – what can one say about this crossover vehicle with its sporty, sleek design and remarkable flexibility it’s a real crowd pleaser. Boasting sedan-like handling, a sophisticated 6 speed automatic transmission and a lively Duratec V6 engine, fun to drive is a definite understatement.
Seating for up to 5 adults or almost 70 cu. [...] Read more:Family
Maple Leaf Junior Golf Tour 2008-08-14 13:58:56 The Maple
Leaf Junior
Golf Tour is a traveling tour that is coming to Nanaimo BC. The clinic will take place from 11:30-1pm on Sunday August 24th 2008 at Fairwinds Golf Course in Nanoose Bay. Kids of all ages and skill levels are welcome to register and attend the event. There will be instruction by Canadian PGA Professionals, [...]
2009 Lincoln MKS 2008-08-14 13:41:47 The MKS “landed” in our showroom a couple weeks ago, and it has been impressive. The Lincoln
started with what could possibly be my favourite commercial, Starship’s Don’t Need Keys! It comes fully loaded with all sorts of features standard (such as heated and cooled seats). Plus, the 2009 MKS just looks great!
Cars.com’s David Thomas did a [...]
$500 Canadian Armed Forces Bonus 2008-09-12 17:53:08 September 5, 2008 through to January 2, 2009.
Ford of Canada will be offering a $500 Bonus
to any active full-time members, current reservists or veterans (or their spouses) of the CanadianArmedForces
who purchase (cash or purchase finance) from a Ford of Canada Dealership an eligible new 2008 or 2009 Ford or Lincoln during the program [...]
2010 Ford Mustang Revealed - somewhat 2008-09-10 15:11:33 The 2010 Ford Mustang
has a lot of press lately. It seems to be one of the larger vehicle mysteries this year. With a new Pony Badge out, Camoflagued Mustangs driving around, headlights being exposed, and photographs being speculated on many times over, these promotional shots straight from Ford are a welcome ‘bonus’.
Visit: The2010Mustang.com for more [...]
2010 Mustang Pony gets Buff 2008-09-04 16:06:40 More-muscular, faster-looking Mustang
pony emblem enhances grilles on new 2010 models.
New Mustang pony badge highlights attention to detail in design of new Mustang, which will be revealed later this year.
Ford says that the new 2010 Mustang Pony badge offers a clue to the revamped look of the 2010 Mustang.
“Like the upcoming restyled Mustang, the new [...]
Ford Flex, Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKS 2008-09-30 13:03:51 The 2009 Ford Flex, Ford Fusion and Lincoln
MKS earned the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS) ‘Top Safety Pick’ award with their outstanding safety features, surpassing their closest rival Honda.
In addition to electronic stability control and anti-lock brakes, standard safety features on Flex, MKS, Fusion and Milan include:
Six Standard Air Bags and Ford’s Personal [...]
Lincoln Navigator has Class Leading Fuel Economy 2008-09-25 15:16:05 The Navigator
, with systems engineering enhancements and slight architectural body changes, has increased its fuel efficiency by almost 15%. These significant fuel economy improvements puts the 2009 Lincoln
Navigator at the top of the Luxury SUV Fuel Economy, ahead of the Cadillac Escalade, Lexus LX570 and Nissan QX56.
Overall changes of lower idling speeds and transmission enhancements are Read more:Leading
$500 Free Gas 2008-09-17 13:32:20 “It couldn’t come at a better time,” said Alfred. We agreed, especially with the gas price jump over the weekend. Congratualtions to Alfred.
You can still enter for your chance to win$500 free gas at www.TheGreatestAutoSale.com, there’s a winner each week in September 2008!
Ford Focus, Crash ratings and repair costs! 2008-10-10 14:57:47 Focus Coupe received the highest possible ratings in frontal crash testing performed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in the U.S.
2008 Focus received the highest possible ratings in frontal offset and rear-impact testing from the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS). 2009 Focus is anticipated to receive the same ratings and has not [...] Read more:Focus
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Ford Focus, Great pricing! 2008-10-10 14:37:39 The Ford Focus
S is the lowest priced 2009 vehicle in it’s Compact Car Segment, and it still includes Air Conditioning and 6-standard air-bags at only $14,799.
The Focus Se is priced $1,280 under the Toyota Corolla CE and $3,420 under the Honda Civic DX-G. Read more:Ford Focus
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Ford Focus, Excellent fuel economy! 2008-10-10 05:18:02 The Ford Focus
has better fuel economy
than the Nissan Versa, Chevy Cobalt LS, Mazda 3 GX and the Nissan Sentra.
The Focus SE is one of the Top 3 vehicles in Average Fuel Economy amongst the competition. Did you know the 2009 Ford Focus
gets:
50 mpg (highway) and 33 mpg (city)
5.7L/100Km (highway) and 8.5L/Km (city)
Ford Focus, Why buy a 2009 Ford Focus? 2008-10-10 05:00:35 The compact car is a smart choice in today’s environment and economy. The 2009 Ford Focus
offers great value for your money. Among being reliable and dependable the Focus offers:
Excellent Fuel Economy
Great pricing
Leading-edge Technology features
Outstanding crash ratings and repair costs
Kelley Blue Book named Ford Focus
one of the 10 “coolest” cars under $18,000 in the [...
Nelly’s Customized Ford Flex at SEMA 2008-11-04 13:04:49 Grammy Award-winning artist Nelly
will see his brand new customized 2009 Ford Flex for the first time today when the vehicle is unveiled on the Ford stand at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show in Las Vegas. The Ford Flex was customized with the help of custom Flex owner Funkmaster Flex.