Author Archives: randall

Ford’s Hottest Cars

Posted on July 4, 2013 by randall

Car sales are in the fast lane for the first five months of 2013. Sales in the United States are up 8.2%, that is compared to the same time period last year.  So, what are some of the more popular … Continue reading →

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Prestige Reaching Out to Neighbors: Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show Benefit

Posted on June 26, 2013 by randall

This past Sunday, Randall Reed’s Prestige Ford in Garland, Texas was happy to be part of a charity benefit event held at BBQ Tavern in Mesquite. All of the proceeds went to Operation BBQ Relief, a non-profit that provides cooked meals to the victims of … Continue reading →

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2013 Compact Cars Review: Focus, Civic, and Corolla

Posted on June 21, 2013 by randall

The compact car market continues to heat up! Smaller cars remain popular, but consumers don’t want to sacrifice style, technology or safety.   That puts the pressure on manufacturers to continue to design and produce attractive vehicles with more options than ever. … Continue reading →

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Ford Cuts Emission by 37%

Posted on June 14, 2013 by randall

Ford released its 14th annual Sustainability Report which revealed that the company has cut its CO2 emissions by a whopping 37% per vehicle. That number factors in the emission levels at global facilities produced between 2000 and 2012. That’s just the beginning. … Continue reading →

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Kelley Blue Book Names Focus Electric 10 Best Green Cars of 2013

Posted on May 17, 2013 by randall

The Ford Focus Electric is making headlines.  Kelley Blue Book (KBB) named it one of the 10 Best Green Cars of 2013. According to KBB, “With Ford’s well-regarded 5-door hatchback as its foundation, the 2013 Focus Electric starts with a … Continue reading →

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Happy Mother’s Day from the Reed Factor!

Posted on May 11, 2013 by randall

“Mothers are the people who love us for no good reason. And those of us who are mothers know it’s the most exquisite love of all.” -Maggie Gallagher Happy Mother’s Day to all of the amazing mom’s who work hard … Continue reading →

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Randall Reed Celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week

Posted on May 6, 2013 by randall

“Anyone who stops learning is old, whether at twenty or eighty. Anyone who keeps learning stays young.” ~ Henry Ford   Normally, this blog about cars, trucks and SUVs, but today, I want to take a moment to express my … Continue reading →

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Ford, Shinola Team up to Celebrate Ford Mustang’s 50th Year with Watch

Posted on April 27, 2013 by randall

Ford Motor Co. has teamed up with Shinola, who is know for creating American-made products and luxury goods, to release a premium 46-millimeter wristwatch with Swiss movements in celebration of the Ford Mustang‘s 50th year. Only 50 companies are to be … Continue reading →

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Reed Factor Celebrates Earth Day with Ford C-MAX

Posted on April 22, 2013 by randall

Great story on Earth Day.  Ford Motor Co. and KB Home have announced that products from the Ford-led initiative MyEnergi Lifestyle® will be featured in the homebuilder’s ZeroHouse 2.0 model home in Ca. and potentially in additional KB Home markets. The … Continue reading →

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Post-Recession Drives Auto Industry Change

Posted on March 28, 2013 by randall

There is no doubt, the recession changed the automotive industry, however, the real game changer may actually be found in the new post-recession consumer mindset, demographic shifts and how automakers are responding. Check out the Personalized Fuel Efficiency App Challenge. … Continue reading →

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