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Runaway NY Prius probably due to driver error

A favorite for bad drivers? Just caught Phil Lebeau on CNBC reporting that the NY case of a runway Toyota Prius, according to data captured and reviewed by Toyota and the NHTSA, appears to have been a case of driver error. [...]

Honda’s Low-Cost Hybrid Strategy: Lithium Ion Batteries

In about two years, the Honda Civic Hybrid could start using lithium ion batteries. Despite views to the contrary, the move to lithium from nickel batteries could reduce the price premium for Honda hybrids. While the high cost of next generation lithium ion batteries is viewed as an obstacle to adoption of pure electric cars, [...] [...]

NEW 2011 FORD SUPER DUTY POWER STROKE DIESEL OFFERS CUSTOMERS MORE FUELING CHOICES

As diesel fans around the world anticipate National Biodiesel Day on March 18, the birthday of the famed engine inventor, Rudolf Diesel, Ford readies for customers the new 2011 Super Duty and its all-new 6.7-liter Power Stroke V-8 turbocharged diesel engine with unsurpassed biodiesel compatibility. [...]

FORD FIESTA, TOP 12 ‘AMERICAN IDOLS’ GET PERSONAL

Ford Motor Company is adding an exciting new element to its sponsorship of the hit television series “American Idol,” giving the top 12 Idols a unique opportunity to work with Ford designers and create their own personalized 2011 Ford Fiesta. [...]

2011 FORD MUSTANG GT LEADS CLASS WITH 26 MPG HIGHWAY, 412 HORSEPOWER

The 2011 Ford Mustang GT, powered by a new 412-hp 5.0-liter V-8 engine, adds yet another notch to its belt: an EPA rating of 26 mpg highway when equipped with the six-speed manual transmission, giving it the best fuel economy in its class. [...]

MARCH 17 FORD E-NEWS

2011 Ford Mustang GT tops class with 26 mpg highway, 412 horsepower; All-new purpose-built Police Interceptor set to take the heat; Never underestimate the purchasing power of women; Ford debunks longstanding maintenance myths; 2011 Ford Super Duty Power Stroke: Celebrating clean diesel; Kraft Foods turns to Ford for fleet needs; American Idols create customized Fiestas [...]

JUBILÄUM IN DÜLMEN: 80 JAHRE BESTEHT DAS FORD-AUTOHAUS SCHLOSSGARAGE WILLE GMBH

DÜLMEN, 18. März 2010 – Jubiläum im münsterländischen Dülmen: Seit 80 Jahren besteht das Ford-Autohaus Schloßgarage Wille GmbH. Carl Herzog von Croy setzte Otto Wille im Jahre 1930 als Werkstattleiter für seine Schloßgarage ein, in der die fünf Autos seiner Durchlaucht repariert und gewartet wurden – darunter auch einige Ford-Modelle. [...]

FORD READIES £1.5 BILLION GREEN INVESTMENT IN UK RESEARCH AND PRODUCTION

Dagenham, Essex, 18 March 2010 – Ford is preparing to invest £1.5 billion in its four UK facilities over the next five years after securing a £360 million Government loan guarantee. [...]