Jim Hackett is not a prototypical car guy. Nor is he a straight-line thinker or talker. But after more than two years as CEO of Ford, amid some head-scratching and skepticism, his unorthodox methods and esoteric train of thought are making some sense and showing signs they might pay off. The former Steelcase CEO has… Continue reading Ford Future Plans: CEO Jim Hackett Talks Electric Cars and Much More – Motor Trend
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Ford recalls 550K vehicles for seat strength problem
Detroit – Ford is recalling more than 550,000 trucks and SUVs in North America because seat backs may not properly restrain people in a crash. The recall covers certain 2018 through 2020 F-150 pickups, 2019 and 2020 Super Duty trucks, 2018 and 2019 Explorer SUVs, and 2019 and 2020 Expedition SUVs. All have manual driver… Continue reading Ford recalls 550K vehicles for seat strength problem
Ford Reveals New Big Nugget Concept Campervan
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Ford Reveals New Big Nugget Concept Campervan
Spacious new Big Nugget concept campervan is unveiled by Ford at the 2019 Caravan Salon in Duesseldorf, Germany
Big Nugget concept offers 13 cubic metres of interior space and more than 2 metres of indoor standing height with separate bedroom, bathroom and kitchenette-diner
Created in partnership with camper specialist Westfalia, the Big Nugget concept follows the introduction of the Transit Custom Nugget camper in European markets earlier this year
DUESSELDORF, Germany, Aug. 30, 2019 – As camper van fans around Europe get to know Ford’s adventurous new Transit Custom Nugget,* Ford today revealed a vision for a larger member of the Nugget family – the even more versatile, spacious and practical Big Nugget concept.
Revealed at the 2019 Caravan Salon in Duesseldorf, Germany, and created in partnership with the camper specialist Westfalia, developers of the regular Nugget models, the 6-metre-long Bi..
Ford Motor Co. to invest $550M in Louisville plants ahead of Escape's relaunch
CLOSE This is the Escape’s first complete redesign since the 2013 model year. Ford Motor Company, Wochit Amid anxiety about a global recession, slowing vehicles sales and looming job cuts, Ford Motor Co. delivered some good news to Louisville workers Thursday — a $550 million investment in its local factories and plans to retain union jobs. Most of the spending will… Continue reading Ford Motor Co. to invest $550M in Louisville plants ahead of Escape's relaunch
Waymo urges U.S. to ‘promptly’ remove barriers to self-driving cars
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Waymo, the self-driving car unit of Google parent Alphabet Inc, on Thursday urged the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to “promptly” remove regulatory barriers for cars without steering wheels and brake pedals. FILE PHOTO: Three of the fleet of 600 Waymo Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid self-driving vehicles are parked and displayed during… Continue reading Waymo urges U.S. to ‘promptly’ remove barriers to self-driving cars
Future of Ford, Zotye partnership in doubt
United States-based carmaker Ford and China’s Zotye are evaluating the possibility of their cooperation as the two have made little progress in almost two years since a deal on producing electric cars was signed in late 2017, according to two people close to the matter. They cited the dramatic changes in China’s automotive market and… Continue reading Future of Ford, Zotye partnership in doubt
Peugeot workers target Brexit spoils
With the no-deal risk rising after Johnson decided to suspend parliament, France, Spain, Germany or Portugal are poised to mop up work if an accord with the European Union can’t be reached. Autoworkers in continental Europe are angling to snatch Vauxhall production that owner PSA Group plans to move out of the U.K. if Prime… Continue reading Peugeot workers target Brexit spoils
Volkswagen to invest $577 mln in Brazil auto plant
FILE PHOTO: The logo of Volkswagen carmaker is seen at the entrance of a showroom in Nice, France, April 8, 2019. REUTERS/Eric Gaillard SAO PAULO (Reuters) – Volkswagen (VOWG_p.DE) will invest 2.4 billion reais ($577 million) in one of its Brazil factories, Sao Paulo state governor Joao Doria said on Thursday during a visit to… Continue reading Volkswagen to invest $577 mln in Brazil auto plant
U.S. Department Of Energy Awards GM $2M For Solid-State Batteries
Solid-state batteries may be the future, but there’s plenty of expense involved. Many automakers may agree that solid-state lithium batteries are the future of EVs. However, while some have been working on the tech for a period of time, it’s still not ready for mass-market use in vehicles. Like most new technologies, research and development… Continue reading U.S. Department Of Energy Awards GM $2M For Solid-State Batteries
Extend Your Adventure: All-New Ford Explorer Limited Hybrid RWD Has an EPA-Estimated Range of Over 500 Miles Per Tank
With an 18-gallon fuel tank, all-new Explorer Limited Hybrid RWD has an EPA-estimated range of over 500 miles* between fill-ups, and an EPA-estimated range of over 450 miles* for vehicles with four-wheel drive No-compromise Explorer Limited Hybrid offers towing capability of up to 5,000 pounds** – 1,500 pounds more than a 2019 Toyota Highlander Hybrid… Continue reading Extend Your Adventure: All-New Ford Explorer Limited Hybrid RWD Has an EPA-Estimated Range of Over 500 Miles Per Tank