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2013 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Preview
Thursday, May 17, 2012
The musclecar wars has made a comeback. While this genre of automobiles started out in the 1960s, due to rising fuel prices and ever tighter emissions regulations, the musclecar almost vanished in the 1980s and 90s.
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WRC: Jari-Matti Latvala soon to be back behind the wheel
Saturday, May 05, 2012
Following confirmation that replacement driver Dani Sordo would not remain with Ford's M-Sport team for the rest of the season, it appeared Jari-Matti Latvala made a further step towards his comeback.
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Rally: No further plans for Sordo with Ford
Friday, May 04, 2012
Malcolm Wilson, the director of Ford M-Sport, played down the rumours that suggest that Dani Sordo could be back in a Ford Fiesta RS car later this season.
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New Ford Escape powered by EcoBoost engine
Wednesday, May 02, 2012
"Ford has figured out that people want more frugal cars, without having to sacrifice power nor space," Ford's vice president of Engineering for Global Product Development, Raj Nair says.
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2013 Ford Shelby GT500: Most powerful one ever built
Tuesday, May 01, 2012
Ironically, the new Ford Shelby produces 112 more horsepower than its predecessor. Yet, it's the most fuel economic car of its category. The honking V8 under the bonnet has 662 horsepower and 631 ft-lbs of torque to its disposal and was dubbed the most power engine in the world.
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WRC: Sébastien Loeb leads Rally Argentina
Saturday, April 28, 2012
Sébastien Loeb (Citroën DS3) has reversed a deficit of more than half a minute to lead Rally Argentina at the completion of day one as Petter Solberg was forced to retire with a broken steering arm.
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Hanging up the Uniform
Thursday, April 26, 2012
It was 1979 and I was a fresh-faced 20-year old recruit with the Vancouver Police Department. Now, 33 years later, I retire from an amazing career that taught me something new each day about humanity - good and bad.
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2013 Ford Escape First Impressions
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
This is a completely new vehicle that resembles the old one about as much as I resemble Brad Pitt. Like Brad Pitt, this latest global vehicle from Ford is sure to generate plenty of accolades and awards.
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Ford offers full range of powertrains
Thursday, April 19, 2012
At Fortune magazine's Brainstorm Green conference, president Alan Mulally said Ford was committed to offer a range of powertrains, including that of the 2012 electric Ford Focus.
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Next week on Auto123.com: 2013 Ford Escape
Friday, April 20, 2012
Auto123.com has become more than just a car-shopping website. It has become the Canadian destination for everyone either simply curious about what goes on in the car business or those that, like us, are absolutely obsessed by everything automotive.
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Ford to celebrate Mustang's 50th with all-new model
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Ford will debut an all-new pony car its staffers are calling Mustang III in mid-2014, just in time for the nameplate's 50th anniversary. If artist Sean Smith has it right, the new generation will eschew retro styling for a look based largely on the Evos concept, minus the gullwing doors.
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Rally: Ford happy with Petter Solberg impact
Monday, April 09, 2012
Ford rally bosses Gerard Quinn and Malcolm Wilson have praised the contribution that Petter Solberg has made to the Blue Oval's factory team since his return.
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WRC : Mikko Hirvonen leads after chaotic day 2 in Portugal
Saturday, March 31, 2012
Mikko Hirvonen (Citroën) leads rally Portugal, after the second day was shortened due to bad weather conditions. Numerous drivers, including both Ford drivers Jari-Matti Latvala and Petter Solberg went off on Friday.
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2006-2010 Ford Explorer Pre-Owned
Saturday, March 31, 2012
Got a boat to tow? Have a family? Need four-wheel drive and plenty of space from your next used ute? The Ford Explorer might have made its way onto your list of potential candidates. Available in its last generation from 2006 to 2010, the popular SUV was updated for 2011.
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Rally: Ford and Citroen on different strategies in Portugal
Thursday, March 29, 2012
While the Ford drivers, who were quickest in the qualifying stages, elected to start the first day of the Rally Portugal behind their rivals, both Citroen drivers surprisingly decided to start at the front of the field.
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2012 Ford Edge Limited EcoBoost Review
Thursday, March 29, 2012
It's a jungle out there. It's my kind of jungle where consumers are surrounded with countless vehicular options. The tough part, and where I come in, is picking the ones that soothe or heal from the ones the sting or burn. You're welcome.
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2013 Ford Flex First Impressions
Friday, March 23, 2012
Mom's Taxi has been discovered by the "in" crowd. Ford says that 20% of all Flex sales are in the state of California. Does this mean it's the next Woodie surf wagon or is it being used for transporting people? In reality, the Ford Flex is being used for nearly every type of transport. After all, Ford named it the "Flex" because it was short for flexible.
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MyFord Touch 2.0: An anticipated evolution
Friday, March 23, 2012
On March 5th, 2012, Ford Canada launched a cross-country tour to promote its newly upgraded MyFord Touch system, to be featured on several new 2013 models including the Ford Taurus and Flex. The company wanted to give journalists a detailed look at the various improvements to MyFord Touch, with a product expert on hand to review and answer questions about its advanced characteristics.
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2013 Ford Taurus SHO First Impressions
Thursday, March 22, 2012
Let us avoid using the term "all new" when talking about the Taurus for 2013; let's instead concentrate on "redeveloped". My reasoning is that Ford has taken the concept of a five-passenger family car and added a few ideas of its own. The 2013 Ford Taurus will be available in SE, SEL and Limited trim levels as well as the high-performance SHO.
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Ford kicks off Track Apps
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Now Mustang owners can get all the track data they crave without spending an arm and a leg on a drift box.
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Gilles Villeneuve: His stunning Formula Ford 1600 debuts (+photos)
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
2012 marks the 30th year since Formula One Ferrari legend Gilles Villeneuve's fatal crash during qualifying of the 1982 Belgian Grand Prix. Here is the latest piece of our special feature on this special hero, about his stunning Formula Ford 1600 debuts.
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2013 Ford Mustang First Impressions
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Ford has opted for subtle changes to the Mustang for 2013. HID headlamps are now standard on every model, while changes to grille opening and the splitter move air in a more efficient and controllable manner through the radiator. Trim changes to the side graphics and body cladding (where used) leave the silhouette of the car unchanged.
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MyFord Touch 2.0 pre-fail
Monday, March 12, 2012
Yours truly is no fan of Ford's MyFord Touch interface system. My latest patience contest resulted in my having to reboot my 2012 Edge tester because the entire system froze on me. As well, I could not interact with the controls as I was wearing gloves in Februay; I can deal with this issue with my iPhone but not in a car...
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2013 Ford F-Series Super Duty SYNCs up with Platinum edition
Friday, March 09, 2012
The unstoppable Ford F-Series will offer Super Duty buyers a little extra somethin' when it debuts for 2013: its first-ever Platinum edition, complete with a truck-specific version of SYNC with MyFord Touch. Also standard will be navigation, rear-view camera, remote start, power-telescoping mirrors and power-adjustable pedals.
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Ford Transit van to get an EcoBoost
Friday, March 09, 2012
When Ford replaces its E-Series wagon and van in 2013 with a new Transit commercial van, it will come equipped with a the marque's award-winning 3.5-litre EcoBoost V6.
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MyFord Touch drives sales at the Blue Oval
Saturday, March 10, 2012
Ford says its SYNC and MyFord Touch connectivity system is driving more than half of new Ford owners to the brand. The system launched in 2010 on the Explorer and Edge models, and Ford says order rates have increased 5% going into the 2012 model year, up from 79 per cent of Explorer buyers and 72 per cent of Edge buyers who already order the system.
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Ford Fiesta ST is ready for production
Wednesday, March 07, 2012
Ford's new Fiesta ST is ready to roll and debuting in Geneva. Slated for European delivery in 2013, the Fiesta ST features a 1.6-litre EcoBoost engine that offers 0-100 km/h acceleration times of less than seven seconds and a top speed of 220 km/h. Despite its smaller size (the last was a 2.0-litre), the turbocharged engine produces 180 hp, up 20 per cent.
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NASCAR: Greg Biffle is ready to roar
Tuesday, March 06, 2012
While Greg Biffle is off to a fast start this year with two-straight third place finishes the missed opportunities in 2011 are still on his mind.
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Buying a used car as an auto journalist
Friday, March 02, 2012
Buying a car is always an ordeal. We get excited at the thought of something new, something different, perhaps even something that has tickled our fancy for a while. Buying new requires only pricing and financing information and a test drive, that's about it. The toughest part is selecting a car within our budget and needs.
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Interview with Dianne Craig, Ford of Canada's new President and CEO (video)
Friday, February 24, 2012
Dianne Craig is no newcomer to Ford. She's been with the company since 1986 and she most recently held the title of General Manager for the Southeast Market Area in the United States. Now, as President and CEO of Ford of Canada, she steps into the top spot hoping to help maintain the growing interest and momentum behind the brand.
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Ford offers a sneak peek of 2013 Mustang ad airing tomorrow
Saturday, February 25, 2012
In advance of being shown nationally during the Daytona 500 on Feb. 26, Ford will offer a sneak peek of the "Mustang Inner TV" ad tomorrow at 11 a.m. EST via a Google Hangout and later via YouTube and on the Mustang Facebook page.
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Rally: Chris Atkinson back in rally Mexico
Thursday, February 23, 2012
After he hasn't competed in WRC for three years, Chris Atkinson will make his WRC return in rally Mexico, where he will drive a Ford Fiesta RS WRC with Monster Rally Team alongside Ken Block.
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2012 Ford Explorer Limited EcoBoost FWD Review
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
If you're sceptical about how a turbocharged 4-cylinder engine performs in a big, heavy crossover such as the 2012 Ford Explorer, you probably aren't alone. Engine downsizing isn't a bad idea, as long as it doesn't require a major sacrifice in performance and succeeds in reducing fuel consumption.
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WRC: Ken Block announces 2012 programme
Friday, February 17, 2012
Ken Block will continue in the FIA World Rally Championship powered by Nokia in 2012 despite expanding his schedule to contest various other rallying disciplines around the world.
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Gilles Villeneuve: His first driving course
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
This year, Auto123.com is commemorating the 30th anniversary of legendary Formula 1 driver Gilles Villeneuve's tragic death. The third part in this series tells a little-know tale, that of his first ever driver training course.
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WRC: Jari-Matti Latvala wins rally Sweden
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Jari-Matti Latvala (Ford) kept his advantage despite a late puncture to win rally Sweden ahead of Mikko Hirvonen (Citroën) and Mads Ostberg (Ford).
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SYNC will become standard on all 2013 Ford Flex and Fusion
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Drivers of more than 4 million vehicles already take advantage of mobile device connectivity provided by Ford SYNC®, which is available as either optional or standard equipment on every new Ford sold in NorthAmerica. That population is set to grow even more for 2013 as the all-new Ford Fusion and Flex get SYNC as standard equipment.
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