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Federal safety regulators are investigating complaints that the power steering can fail on 2011 Ford Explorer SUVs. Fifteen drivers have complained that the popular Explorer can suddenly lose its power steering assist, making it harder to steer the SUVs.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says the problem could affect 83,000 Explorers from the 2011 model year.
Last year's show drew more media attention than New York, Los Angeles and Chicago.
J.D. Power and Associates' annual Initial Quality Study results may show that many Ford owners still aren't thrilled with their MyFord Touch connectivity systems, but they also haven't had time to assess significant changes Ford introduced in March.
Cadillac, GMC, Chevrolet and Ram outperform the industry average. Ford's upgrades to its touch screen control system arrived too late to affect this year's survey results. Lexus (whose 2012 LS 460 Sport is pictured above), Jaguar and Porsche have the fewest problems per 100 vehicles.
Readers can review two Web chats held this month where five guests discussed tax implications, annuity options at General Motors and points to consider when taking a lump sum. Also check out Free Press business columnist Susan Tompor's recent column about how to make the best decision for you.
Revised software and design of MyFord Touch was distributed after the quality surveys were done. Ford remains committed to the technology of connectivity.
Sync has its critics, but the in-car connectivity system designed for Ford's vehicles has been deemed innovative and pioneering enough to earn a place in the Computer History Museum.
Executive Chairman Bill Ford has said he hopes the industries can work together to combat traffic gridlock and prevent accidents by using cell phones, sensors and other technology.
Ford expects to slash its energy use by 25% over the next five years by expanding water recycling, shipping less waste to landfills and reducing emissions of carbon dioxide.
Water use, waste-to-landfill and carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions will all be cut by more efficient technology and more eco-friendly practices. Suppliers also are expected to curb their energy consumption.
Are you a General Motors or Ford Motor salaried retiree with questions on the lump sum pension offer? Should you stay with a monthly check or go for a lump sum? Readers talked to two financial planners about their questions.
Ford celebrated its $600-million investment at Louisville Assembly Plant Wednesday where the new Ford Escape SUV is rolling off the line and being shipped to dealers. The all-new 2013 Escape has a sleeker, more European look and better fuel efficiency than the more truck-like version it replaces.
The automaker has high hopes for the all-new 2013 Escape that has a sleeker, more European look and better fuel efficiency than the more truck-like version it replaces. Ford converted the Kentucky plant which used to make large trucks and SUVs. Reprogrammable tooling in the body shop makes it possible to produce up to six different vehicles at the same time, making it Ford’s most flexible U.S. plant.
Bob Shanks, Ford's new chief financial officer, has no aspirations to become CEO when Alan Mulally retires from the top job. Shanks, 59, would rather work to keep the automaker on a solid financial path when Mulally leaves.
Granted, it won't be used for patrol in most cities. Instead, it will most likely get more mundane tasks like picking up traffic cones. But if it comes decked out with lights and siren, it certainly could be used for hardcore police work.
Ford and General Motors retirees: Are you wondering whether you should take a lump sum payment or continue to receive a regular pension check? Read a replay of a web chat in which readers talked to three financial planners about this question.
Michael Dingman has spent much of his life collecting vintage Fords and classic neon signs, restoring and keeping them well-preserved. Now, the former Ford director is ready to share his slice of Americana with others. Nearly 50 cars, many of them from Ford's flathead era, and well over 1,000 signs are to be auctioned this weekend at his property in Hampton, N.H.
Nearly 50 cars, many of them from Ford’s flathead era, and well over 1,000 signs are up for auction this weekend at his property in Hampton, N.H.
About 75 veterans, many seeing the World War II Memorial for the first time, will take part in ceremony marking the 68th anniversary of the D-Day invasion of Normandy. They are arriving in Washington on Honor Flights, sponsored by Ford from Detroit and Louisville.
A memorial celebration for Harold Poling, the former CEO of Ford, will be June 13 at the Henry Ford. Poling died May 12 at age 86 at his home in Pacific Grove, Calif. He is survived by Marian, his wife of 55 years, as well as daughters Pam and Kathryn and son Doug.
Ford used a meeting of the Future Farmers of America in Texas on Monday to show the updated 2013 F-150 that will go on sale this fall against a Dodge Ram with a new V6 engine. At the same time, Ford and Chrysler are bracing for the next-generation Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra due early next year as competition heats up in one of the industry's more profitable segments.
A memorial celebration for Harold A. Poling, the former head of Ford Motor Co. will be held June 13 at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn.
Leon LaBreque, a financial planner based in Troy, has summarized key questions for retirees facing the choice of taking their pensions in a lump sum or continued monthly payment.
Ford CEO Alan Mulally is in Texas today to show the 2013 F-150 pickup with a new Limited luxury model and some upgrades designed to ward off competition from improved trucks coming from General Motors and Chrysler.
Ford Executive Chairman Bill Ford also said trends in transportation, manufacturing and green technology offer an opportunity for Michigan to emerge as a global innovation center.
The Ford Explorer is in the CHiPs. The California Highway Patrol, one of the more visible law enforcement agencies in the country and one that was featured on the old "ChiPs" TV show, plans to buy the Police Interceptor version of the Ford Explorer as its mainstay patrol vehicle, the Los Angeles Times reports.
Ford is expecting to report strong May sales on Friday, helped by higher incentives, and industry sales could exceed 14.5 million for the year, Ford sales analyst Erich Merkle told reporters Wednesday.
Ford President and CEO Alan Mulally visited Wednesday with U.S. Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner and Michigan's congressional delegation, pushing for an Asia-Pacific free-trade agreement to move ahead without Japan's involvement.
Ford is expecting to report strong May sales on Friday and total industry sales could be in the mid-to-high 14 million range, Ford sales analyst Erich Merkle told reporters today.
The launch of the all-new 2013 Ford Escape will not be affected by a hailstorm near the Louisville Assembly Plant and none of the damaged vehicles will be sold as new vehicles, said Ford spokesman Todd Nissen.
Ford President and CEO Alan Mulally visited today with U.S. Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner and Michigan’s congressional delegation, touting the company’s recent successes, outlining plans for future production and pushing for an Asian-Pacific free trade agreement to move ahead without Japan’s involvement.
The launch of the all- new 2013 Ford Escape will not be affected by a hailstorm near the Louisville Assembly Plant and none of the damaged vehicles will be sold as new vehicles, said Ford spokesman Todd Nissen.
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