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• Rumormill: EcoBoost V8 Ford Shelby Mustang in the pipeline?

  —Autoblog

  

  Filed under: Coupe, Performance, Technology, Ford, Rumormill

  2010 Shelby GT500 - Click above for high-res image gallery
  Here's one we've been hearing rumors about for quite a while - an EcoBoosted V8 Mustang. Put another way, a twin-turbo, direct-injected, V8 Shelby' [...]

  Posted: November 13, 2009, 7:58pm EST
  by Jonny Lieberman

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• STUDY: Cash for Clunkers helped Japanese way more than Detroit 3

  —Autoblog

  

  Filed under: Government/Legal, Chrysler, Ford, GM, Honda, Nissan, Toyota

  
  
  While there is no question that Obama's Cash-for-Clunkers program accelerated vehicle sales this summer, a new report by the University of Michigan's Transportation Research Institute shows the big [...]

  Posted: November 13, 2009, 7:30pm EST
  by Michael Harley

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• Geely to double Volvo sales to 1 mln vehicles a year

  —Automotive News - China automotive sales and production, suppliers and OEM in Chinese market, China's homegrown players and their expansions overseas.

  Shanghai, November 13 (Gasgoo.com) Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, vying to buy Ford Motor's Volvo division, plans to more than double Volvo's sales to near 1 million vehicles a year by 2013, media reported earlier this week. [...]

  Posted: November 13, 2009, 4:34pm EST
  

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• Nissan Brings Leaf EV Production To Tennessee

  —The Truth About Cars

  Number of comments: 10
  Senator Corker, rest easy: the imports have your back. Tennessee-based Saturn may be shutting down, but Nissan is bringing the manufacture of their electric car, the Leaf, to Smyrna, Tennessee. Nissan made the announcement today as Rutherford County commission member voted to approve the funds required for the project. Under [...]

  Posted: November 13, 2009, 4:06pm EST
  by Cammy Corrigan

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• REPORT: Tata already tweaking Nano based on market feedback

  —Autoblog

  

  Filed under: Budget, Hatchback, India, Tata

  Tata Nano - Click above for high-res image gallery
  At roughly $2,500, the Tata Nano is the world's most affordable car - but that apparently hasn't stopped early customers from griping about some of the vehicle's shortcomings.' [...]

  Posted: November 13, 2009, 3:59pm EST
  by Chris Shunk

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• Ford Announces “All New” Police Interceptor

  —The Truth About Cars

  Number of comments: 27
  GM surprised more than a few observers when it announced it would build a police-only Caprice model, based on the global RWD Chevy Lumina/ Holden Statesman. “Why build a fleet-only model and miss out on some private volume?” we asked at the time. Well, it looks like Ford’s about to [...]

  Posted: November 13, 2009, 3:34pm EST
  by Edward Niedermeyer

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• 73-Year-Old Man Wrecks 10+ Exotics [Car Crashes]

  —Jalopnik

  Number of comments: 98
  A septuagenarian businessman from Florida has lots of money and apparently no driving skills, having wrecked ten exotics, including a Ford Indigo concept car, an EB110, and a Yenko Camaro. The full... [...]

  Posted: November 13, 2009, 3:30pm EST
  by Matt Hardigree

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• Porsche Family Private Watch Collection Up For Auction [Car Culture]

  —Jalopnik

  Number of comments: 45
  Hodinkee just tipped us that 49 watches from the Porsche family private collection are up for auction at Bonhams. The best part? With many around $1,600, you could actually afford to own a Porsche... [...]

  Posted: November 13, 2009, 2:15pm EST
  by Wes Siler

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• EcoBoost technology turbocharging Ford’s sales, profit margins

  —Leftlane News

  Number of comments: 35
  Ford’s EcoBoost technology has only been on the road for a few months now, but the turbocharging technology is proving to be a real boost for the Michigan automaker. Thanks to its range of EcoBoost-equipped vehicles, Ford is seeing higher-than-expected sales and juicier profit margins. According to The Detroit News, Ford’s [...]

  Posted: November 13, 2009, 1:36pm EST
  by Drew Johnson

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• Editorial: Sergio Marchionne: Savior or False Prophet?

  —The Truth About Cars

  Number of comments: 21
  Not long after Fortune’s long time auto writer Alex Taylor III finished his apology to Ford he went on to write a love letter to Sergio Marchionne. Taylor starts with parallels to Ghosn’s myth making success at Nissan, then ups the ante: “The other day in Auburn Hills, Mich., Fiat [...]

  Posted: November 13, 2009, 1:27pm EST
  by John Horner

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• Is South Korea The New Japan?

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  Number of comments: 19
  Reuters reports that Japanese manufacturers are running scared from Hyundai-Kia. A combination of a rising Yen and South Korea sealing more and more free trade agreements with other countries has helped Hyundai-Kia immensely. Of course, copying Toyota’s business model of building reliable cars at affordable prices has helped greatly, too. [...]

  Posted: November 13, 2009, 1:10pm EST
  by Cammy Corrigan

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• Ford confirms purpose-built Police Interceptor to replace Crown Vic

  —Leftlane News

  Number of comments: 29
  The police car wars are heating up: Just weeks after General Motors announced it will import the Chevrolet Caprice Police Patrol Vehicle, Ford confirmed today that it is planning to produce a purpose-built Police Interceptor to replace its dated but loved Crown Victoria. The development officially confirms the demise of the [...]

  Posted: November 13, 2009, 12:35pm EST
  by Andrew Ganz

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• Hello, Officer: Ford Announces New Police Interceptor For 2011 [Police Cars]

  —Jalopnik

  Number of comments: 111
  Before you ask, no, this isn't it. But an all-new Interceptor is set to replace the old-and-busted Crown Vic, and it's likely to be rear-wheel drive. Get in the car, perp. Confession time: A few us...' [...]

  Posted: November 13, 2009, 12:30pm EST
  by Sam Smith

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• Visteon: The Supplier Skeleton In Ford’s Closet

  —The Truth About Cars

  Number of comments: 4
  There’s no shortage of analysis hailing Ford’s last-man-standing status, but there’s plenty of buried truth that’s not being brought to light. For example, Ford’s version of Delphi, bankrupt spun-off supplier Visteon. The firm’s non-European and Asian operations have been in Chapter 11 bankruptcy since May, and according to Automotive News [...]

  Posted: November 13, 2009, 12:28pm EST
  by Edward Niedermeyer

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• Ford Officially Announces Development of Police Interceptor

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  About a month or so ago, we told you that Ford was developing a police package to go heads up with the Chevrolet Caprice Interceptor announced by General Motors. Today, Ford made its intentions official, but made no definitive statements regarding which [...]

  Posted: November 13, 2009, 12:04pm EST
  by Ed Hellwig

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• BREAKING: Ford announces it will build all-new Police Interceptor for 2011

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  Filed under: Sedan, Work, Ford, Australia, Specialty

  
  
  In a surprise move, Ford has announced that it will pursue the development of an all-new Police Interceptor model. The move comes on the heels of General Motors' announcement that it plans' [...]

  Posted: November 13, 2009, 11:40am EST
  by Chris Paukert

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• Modern Muscle Comparo

  —The Garage

  

  Back in the Sixties, Ford launched a new car called the Mustang. That sporty little ride sold like hotcakes and a new category was born. Small when compared to the other barges on the road, Muscle Cars used lightweight bodies with big [...]

  Posted: November 13, 2009, 11:00am EST
  by Gary Grant

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• Ford Fusion breaks into Top 10 best-selling vehicles amid best year ever

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  Filed under: Hybrid, Ford

  2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid - Click above for high-res image gallery
  There was a time when Ford vehicles absolutely dominated the list of the top 10 vehicles sold in the U.S. The F-Series was always number one, followed by stalwarts like [...]

  Posted: November 13, 2009, 8:01am EST
  by Chris Shunk

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• Ford Fusion becomes best-selling domestic car

  —Leftlane News

  Number of comments: 35
  Since its facelift for the 2010 model year, the Ford Fusion has enjoyed a record breaking year in sales – and now the Fusion can brag about becoming the top-selling domestic car in America. The Fusion has been on the market since its debut nearly five years ago, but only recently [...]

  Posted: November 12, 2009, 6:26pm EST
  by Mark Kleis

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• EXCLUSIVE: We Told You This Engine's The Boss [Engine Porn]

  —Jalopnik

  Number of comments: 103
  Remember the 6.2-liter V8 we showed you earlier today? Ford may not be marketing this engine as the Boss, but trust us, it's a Boss engine. Here's the mother of all Easter Eggs to prove it. Cast... [...]

  Posted: November 12, 2009, 5:15pm EST
  by Matt Hardigree

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• Greener LS3 Crate Engine Into 1955 Chevy

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  Since yesterday’s Ford street rod was so well received, I think it’s time to give Chevy their due. The General Motors division, in addition to bringing along a raft of custom Camaros to this year’s SEMA show, also produced along a [...]

  Posted: November 12, 2009, 4:10pm EST
  by Tony Borroz

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• Ford launches eco-driving campaign in Portugal

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  Filed under: MPG, Ford, Europe/EU

  Ford Lusitánia, the Portuguese importer of The Blue Oval's vehicles, is currently promoting the Projecto Eco-Condução Portugal. The project includes a contest and a campaign to promote a small set of eco-driving tips.
  
  The contest takes 20 motorists, selected [...]

  Posted: November 12, 2009, 4:10pm EST
  by Xavier Navarro

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• EXCLUSIVE: First Look At Ford's 6.2-Liter V8 Engine...In A Houston Garage?! [Engine Porn]

  —Jalopnik

  Number of comments: 58
  The 6.2-liter Ford V8's the next big n' bossy engine out of Dearborn. Yesterday we took an exclusive first look at an early prototype and got the story of how it's been stashed in a Houston garage...' [...]

  Posted: November 12, 2009, 3:30pm EST
  by Matt Hardigree

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• Ford facing possible strike at Kansas City truck, crossover plant

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  Number of comments: 30
  United Auto Worker members at Ford’s Kansas City, Missouri crossover and truck factory are considering a strike following changes to the plant’s work processes. The Kansas City plant produces the Ford F-150, Ford Escape, Mercury Mariner and Mazda Tribute. According to UAW Local 249’s Web site, union members are unhappy with [...]

  Posted: November 12, 2009, 1:47pm EST
  by Drew Johnson

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• Ford of Europe posts strongest monthly sales in 12 years

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  Number of comments: 16
  Thanks to a fresh lineup and government incentives, Ford of Europe posted its strongest October sales numbers in twelve years. The Blue Oval also increased its European market share, although its year-on-year sales are slightly down from 2008. According to Ford of Europe’s latest sales report, the Michigan-based automaker boosted October [...]

  Posted: November 12, 2009, 12:21pm EST
  by Drew Johnson

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• 2011 GMC Sierra Denali Heavy Duty [Spied]

  —Leftlane News

  Number of comments: 16
  Until now, the GMC Sierra Denali has only been available as a luxury light-duty pickup with a 6.2-liter V-8 gasoline engine. Then, at the 2007 SEMA Show, GMC showed off a diesel-powered Heavy Duty Denali concept, strongly suggesting it wanted to go head-to-head with Ford’s top-of-the-line King Ranch Super Duty. [...]

  Posted: November 12, 2009, 8:59am EST
  by Drew Johnson

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• Geely planning big changes for Volvo

  —Leftlane News

  Number of comments: 25
  China’s Zhejiang Geely Holding Group – better known simply as Geely – has yet to officially acquire the Volvo brand from Ford, but the Chinese automaker already has big plans for the Swedish brand, including boosting annual sales to 1 million units. According to The Wall Street Journal, Geely has outlined [...]

  Posted: November 11, 2009, 6:07pm EST
  by Drew Johnson

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• Ford adds wheat straw plastic to a small corner of the 2010 Flex

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  Filed under: Emerging Technologies, Ford

  
  Ford's wheat straw bio-filled polypropylene - click to enlarge
  Soy seats aren't Ford's only way to introduce as many bio-materials as possible into a production vehicle. See also: Mazda's biofabric and Toyota's "ecological plastics." Ford announced' [...]

  Posted: November 11, 2009, 4:56pm EST
  by Sebastian Blanco

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• Ford EcoBoost 1934 Hot Rod At SEMA

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  Dropping a new mill into and old car has been going on since the new models first started rolling out more than a hundred years ago. Shoot, that’s what made the hot rod craze what it is when it started back [...]

  Posted: November 11, 2009, 2:45pm EST
  by Tony Borroz

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• Ford and Ontario Bio-Car Initiative Develop Wheat Straw-Reinforced Plastic; First Application in 2010 Flex

  —Green Car Congress

  Number of comments: 3
  Wheat Straw Bio-Filled Polypropylene. Click to enlarge.

  Ford Motor Company, working with academic researchers in Canada and one of its suppliers, has developed a wheat straw-reinforced plastic; the natural fiber-based plastic contains 20% wheat straw bio-filler. First application is on the 2010 Ford Flex’s third-row [...]

  Posted: November 11, 2009, 1:49pm EST
  by Mike Millikin

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