Ford eNews - April 4, 2012
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DEARBORN, MI--April 4, 2012:
Ford Fusion Auto Start-Stop delivers thousands in fuel savings
The brand-new Ford Fusion is the first non-hybrid midsize sedan available with Auto Start-Stop, with the technology offered in the U.S. for only $295. Auto Start-Stop saves fuel when the car is standing and running at idle. Savings vary depending on driving patterns, but owners who spend the most time in heavy urban areas and city traffic will benefit the most -- up to 10 percent. more...
Said Deep | sdeep@ford.com | 313.594.0942
Ford, dealers working to raise record-setting $1 million
Ford is partnering with its dealers across the U.S. to offer the Drive One 4 UR School program, an initiative that allows dealers to work with local high schools to schedule test drive fundraising events. In April, they will attempt to raise a record-setting $1 million in a single month to benefit school programs in need of funding. more...
Elizabeth Weigandt | eweigand@ford.com | 313.845.4147
Louisville prepares to build 2013 Escape in simulated factory
Team members at Louisville Assembly Plant are committed to achieving top quality levels when they begin producing the 2013 Escape later this month. That's why they're spending time preparing for their jobs in a simulated factory, learning about the revamped plant's new tools and operating processes. more...
Marcey Evans | mevans13@ford.com | 313.322.9211
Ford customer service expanding its reach through social media
Ford Customer Service Division is reaching a new audience by expanding its service to social media; agents now proactively review thousands of comments a week on auto enthusiast forums, message boards, Ford Facebook walls and Twitter. more...
Craig Daitch| cdaitch@ford.com | 313.594.7903
Ford Taurus SHO hits the silver screen
The new 2013 Ford Taurus SHO will shine alongside the cast of the movie, "Think Like a Man," based on Steve Harvey's best-selling book. The film opens in theaters April 20. more...
Michelle Alexander | malex101@ford.com | 313.845.1007
'Escape Routes' brings mobile social games to life
Ford and social game service provider Zynga have teamed up to make mobile social gaming life-size with a new reality show that features the all-new Ford Escape. "Escape Routes" airs on Saturdays on NBC. more...
Angie Kozleski | akozlesk@ford.com | 313.323.1984
About Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company , a global automotive industry leader based in Dearborn, Mich., manufactures or distributes automobiles across six continents. With about 164,000 employees and about 70 plants worldwide, the company's automotive brands include Ford and Lincoln. The company provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. For more information regarding Ford and its products worldwide, please visit Ford Corporate .
