Ford has just revealed its Explorer Sport to the assembled media in Dearborn ahead of its New York Auto Show debut. And while the 350-horsepower, 350-pound-foot-of-torque crossover will be the performance capstone for the nameplate, Autoblog has learned that the Sport also previews a number of subtle performance updates that will roll out throughout the entire Explorer range for the new model year. Funk Flex
Auto Talk: Ford Sued For Allegedly Using Defective Gas Tanks In F-Series And E-Series From 1999 To 2008
According to a report from Reuters, Ford has been sued for allegedly selling F-Series pickup trucks and E-Series vans with defective fuel tank linings. The suit alleges that Ford knew about the problem and continued to sell affected vehicles over a 10-year period. Funk Flex Find Flex On Google+
Auto Talk: Ford Unveils 2013 F-Series Super Duty, Now With Platinum
Ford has officially served up the details on the upcoming 2013 F-Series Super Duty. Buyers will be able to snap up the latest work rig with in a new Platinum trim level that throws in niceties like SYNC, MyFord Touch, navigation and a rear-view camera as standard equipment. Power telescoping mirrors are also part of the package. Funk Flex Find Flex On Google+
Auto Talk: Ford Secretly Partnered With Toyota, Honda During Economic Crisis
While the headline might seem shocking, given the circumstances of the 2009 global economic meltdown, it only makes sense. Ford’s dealings with two of its biggest competitors were centered around mutual self-preservation in the form of trying to keep a beleaguered supplier base afloat, according to The Detroit News. Funk Flex Find Flex On Google+
Auto Talk: 2013 Ford Super Duty Teased, New Trim Coming
The Ford F-Series Super Duty pickup truck is a pretty big deal. Not only is it physically large and imposing, it’s also a huge seller for Ford and a vehicle that practically generates its own weight in gold profit. That being the case, it’s no surprise that Ford is keen to make some noise about a new trim level for the 2013 Super Duty. Funk Flex Find Flex On Google+
NASCAR: Penske Plans Manufacturer Shift in 2013; Reuniting With Ford
Posted by Sabrina B. @gametimegirl Penske Racing will reunite with Ford for the 2013 NASCAR season. The move, first reported by Autoweek, was announced Thursday.Â
