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Ford Motor Company will expand and enhance its Lincoln brand lineup with seven all-new or significantly refreshed vehicles in the next four years as part of an aggressive growth plan focused on standout product design, class-leading technology and new powertrains - all aimed at competing with Cadillac and Lexus in North America.

The Mercury brand could soon follow the path laid down by Pontiac, Saturn, Plymouth and Oldsmobile. Some industry sources quoted by US media say Ford may kill Mercury before the year end. Continuous sales drop would justify this decision.

For the millions of people who suffer from airborne allergies, Ford is making a small change that could produce huge benefits. Beginning with the 2010 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan and Lincoln MKZ, more efficient, upgraded allergen filters have been installed in the vehicles' climate control systems. The particulate filters remove pollen, mold spores and road dust from outside air. The result is a cleaner, fresher cabin for occupants.

You dream of owning a concept car or a classic automobile that would fulfill your fantasies? Well, now's your chance to satisfy both urges at once. A number of these from the 1950s are found in the catalogue of RM Auctions for the Automobiles of Arizona event to be held on January 21-22.

TORONTO - A new frame, suspension and steering system for enhanced safety, ride and handling top the list of engineering advancements in the 2003 Grand Marquis. The new Grand Marquis, made its Canadian debut at the Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto today. The 2003 Grand Marquis' safety, ride and handling enhancements include: - The new full-perimeter frame uses strong, lightweight hydroformed steel sections for the front rails to improve frontal and offset crash performance. - Redesigned frame cross members and new optional side impact air bags improve side impact crash performance. - The new frame - combined with a redesigned independent front suspension and new monotube shock absorbers at all four wheels - contributes to a smoother, more controlled ride and improved handling. - The new variable ratio rack-and-pinion steering system with variable power assist provides a more precise, smooth and even feel to the driver than the previous recirculating ball design. - A new dual-rate brake booster automatically supplies full braking power in a panic stop even if the driver doesn't initially apply enough pedal pressure to engage the anti-lock brakes.