Category Archives: Ford History

2011 Ford Mustang: First Ride

The new 2011 Ford Mustang V6 model brings a lot to the table in both power and fuel economy categories — 305 horsepower with 31 MPG for starters. According to the Ford site, the new 3.7L 4V Ti-VCT V6 engine … Continue reading

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New Vehicle Showcase: 2011 Ford Explorer

I’m a big fan of the reinvention of the 2011 Ford Explorer, and if you’re a reader of this blog, you might remember my post about it here. I wanted to share this short showcase video for the all-new Ford … Continue reading

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Ford F-Series Update: More Horsepower & Torque

The Ford F-Series line is going to be getting a boost this week and set a history benchmark in the process. The most powerful diesel engine ever installed in a heavy-duty pickup will soon be powering the 2011 Ford F-Series … Continue reading

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Henry Ford’s First Automobile

When you think of Henry Ford’s legacy and the automotive and technological advancements he achieved, it’s hard to imagine him building his first car engine on a kitchen table. But, that’s exactly what happened in 1896, and the car was … Continue reading

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Ford SYNC: Nothing Else Comes Close

Starting with select Ford and Lincoln 2008 models, a new technology was added that would revolutionize the way people thought about communications and entertainment in their cars. The SYNC technology was developed through a partnership with Ford and Microsoft, and … Continue reading

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Ford Mustang: The Birth of a Legend

The Ford Mustang is arguably the most iconic car ever made in America. The years pass and the models change, but the true heritage of the Mustang never does. One look at a new Mustang brings back feelings of nostalgia … Continue reading

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Lincoln and the Presidential Limousine

Did you know that Lincoln automobile co-founder Henry M. Leland admired President Abraham Lincoln so much that he named the car company after him? More interestingly, Ford Motor Company purchased the Lincoln company in 1922, and shortly after started customizing … Continue reading

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Ford Time Machine: The 1960s & 1970s

Ford was a huge name in the automotive business before, and the unveiling of the Ford Mustang in the 1960s only made the company more popular. You’ll want to watch this installment of the Ford Time Machine series featuring my … Continue reading

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Ford F-Series: The Truck That Started it All

Without looking it up, take a guess when the first Ford F-Series truck went on sale. Have a guess? Did you guess somewhere around the end of World War II? It’s hard to believe that the F-Series has been around … Continue reading

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Ford Time Machine: The 1950s

It’s the 1950’s and the average salary is up to $5,000 a year! But, that’s not all; let’s not forget that the post-war economy was booming, and advances in technology were reaching new and exciting levels. And, the 1954 Ford … Continue reading

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