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F-150 named one and only truck of Texas; new truck offers best capability, unsurpassed Fuel Economy!
DALLAS, Oct. 19, 2008 – The new 2009 F-150 has been recognized as the one and only “Truck of Texas” by the Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA) – the sixth consecutive year a Ford truck has won top honors.
Ford’s lineup of trucks also was named Truck Line of Texas, while the Ford Flex and Expedition King Ranch received top honors as CUV and SUV of Texas, respectively. Sweeping all four vehicle-centered top honors, Ford emerged the clear winner at this year’s TAWA Texas Truck Rodeo.
“This is high praise, especially the coveted ‘Truck of Texas’ top prize,” said Mark Fields, Ford’s President of the Americas. “Texas Auto Writers are the toughest truck critics because they know firsthand and truly appreciate how core truck customers really use their pickups.
“We’re honored that TAWA recognizes that the new F-150 offers consumers class-leading capability, unsurpassed fuel economy and durability that shows how closely we’ve been listening to our customers for the 31 years Ford trucks have been America’s favorite,” he added.
According to Harold Gunn, President of TAWA, this year’s competition was tighter than ever because all of the manufacturers are delivering outstanding trucks.
“‘Truck of Texas’ is really the most important award of its type in the industry,” said Gunn. “We love trucks down here, and we really use these vehicles everyday. And since we spend so much time in our vehicles, for us it’s not just about how the horse feels being towed, but how your butt feels sitting in the truck, too.”
On sale now, the new F-150 offers fuel economy that has improved an average of 8 percent across the entire lineup as a result of a wide-range of engineering enhancements. The fuel economy gains reach as high as 12 percent versus the prior model year on F-150 models equipped with the high-volume three-valve, 5.4-liter V-8 engine. At the same time, the new F-150 delivers class-leading towing capability of 11,300 pounds and hauling capacity of 3,030 pounds – a combination no other competitor can match.
“Earning the trust of so many truck customers during the past 31 years has taught us a lot about what they want and value from their F-150,” said Matt O’Leary, Ford F-150 chief engineer. “In the past, there was a tradeoff – more fuel economy meant less capability and vice versa. With the new F-150, we didn’t accept tradeoffs. We delivered capability and fuel economy, and that’s why the F-150 is the definitive full-size pickup on the market.”
Other Ford Motor Company vehicles winning top honors in their categories at the TAWA Rodeo include:
· Best Luxury Pickup: 2009 Ford F-150 King Ranch
· Best Full-Size CUV: 2009 Ford Flex
· Best Mid-Size CUV: 2009 Mazda CX9
· Best Luxury CUV: 2009 Lincoln MKX
· Best Mid-Size SUV: 2009 Ford Explorer
· Best Heavy Duty Pickup: 2009 Ford F-350 Super Duty Cabela’s Edition
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New U.S. Quality Study Shows Ford is Tops
Ford of Ocala, the leading dealers for Ford vehicles in Ocala, Florida, is pleased to announce that the quality of Ford, Lincoln and Mercury brand vehicles rose to the top of the charts and equaled Toyota and Honda brands, according to the first quarter 2008 US Global Quality Research System (GQRS) study, conducted by RDA Group of Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. The GQRS Study revealed that Ford matched Honda in initial quality, placing it at the top, on par with Toyota and Honda; Ford's vehicle quality has improved to 8 percent when compared to 2007; and every new car and truck, including the 2008 Ford Focus, has been launched with quality, far exceeding its predecessor. Ford of Ocala specializes in Ford sales, service, spare parts, accessories and finance. Find out more about the exciting range of Ford vehicles at Ford of Ocala, 2816 N W Pine Avenue Ocala, FL 34475. Call at (800) 292-3338 to speak to a Sales Advisor. Labels: 2008 ford, 2008 Ford Focus, ford accessories, ford finance, ford model, ford sales, GQRS
Ford Flex: Flexing Muscles Before Launch
Its official launch still being months away, the Ford Motor Company's new crossover, Flex, is already flexing its muscles. The Flex is a huge hit on the Coasts. "I've already got people showing interest to buy them," said Beau Boeckmann, vice-president of Los Angeles' Galpin Ford, the largest Ford dealership in the world. "Cool people. People who haven't bought a Ford forever." For details, contact Ford of Ocala at 2816 N W Pine Avenue Ocala, Florida 34475 or call at (800) 292-3338. The Flex drew a lot of attention in New York last month during the auto show. Kate Pearce, marketing manager for the Flex, says the new Ford seems poised to be the sort of hit, the automaker was hoping for, as it starts to turn around its North American auto operations. "People are looking for something new and different, and this vehicle is really unlike anything else in the marketplace," she said. "The key is to give consumers the opportunity to see it in person." After the New York auto show, the company left four prototype vehicles in the city. Ford drivers spent the next several days cruising around Manhattan to get the vehicle in front of potential customers. Every now and then, the drivers would pull over, let people get a closer look and take the opportunity to hand out the Flex's business card. Ford will put on similar road shows in other cities before the vehicle goes on sale in June. The Flex will be on the Strip in Las Vegas later this month, then in Los Angeles. This kind of guerrilla marketing was Jim Farley's trademark when he launched Toyota Motor Company's Scion brand in 2003, with a miniscule marketing budget. Now, Farley is running sales and marketing for Ford, and is hoping to work some of the same magic with the Flex. Speaking to The Detroit News at the Los Angeles auto show in November, he called the full-size crossover "a vehicle only Ford could have produced". It is retro and modern at the same time, he said, adding it is "a marketers’ dream" because of its polarizing design. Farley is hoping that the Flex will build on the success of Ford's other new crossover, the Edge, introduced in 2006. Auto analyst Erich Merkle of IRN Inc. in Grand Rapids called the Flex "fresh" and "unique". Flex to hit the roads by June-endThe Flex will arrive in dealerships at the end of June, but Ford has opened the order book already, in February, and has received more than 5,000 orders from around the country. Price will start under the $29,000. The early interest on the Coasts is important because consumers on both sides of the country have been big import buyers, especially in California, which has the country's largest vehicle content. For details, contact Ford of Ocala at 2816 N W Pine Avenue Ocala, Florida 34475 or call at (800) 292-3338. Labels: 2008 ford, 2008 ford cars, 2008 ford flex, ford cars, ford motor company, used ford cars
Ford of Ocala changes Ford, Lincoln and Mercury-Certified Pre-owned (CPO) programs
Ford of Ocala, the leading dealership for new, pre-owned Ford vehicles, parts and services in Ocala, Florida, is excited to announce changes to the Ford, Lincoln and Mercury-Certified Pre-owned (CPO) programs. The changes have been made to re-energize the programs and make them more competitive in the market. The changes are effective from April 2, 2008. The features of these programs are: - Improved warranty coverage - expanding 6yr/100,000 mile coverage to all eligible vehicles plus 3 month/3,000 mile comprehensive from date of sale for Ford and Mercury
- Updated vehicle inspection points
- Expanded vehicle eligibility - a wider range of age and mileage options Super Duty - yes, Super Duty is being added to the program
Summary - CPO Program Changes, Effective 4/2/2008  Detailed Description - CPO Program Changes, Effective 4/02/08Vehicle Eligibility Increase - Model Year and Mileage (Including Super Duty) - Vehicle model year eligibility has been expanded to include current and/or five previous models years. For example, with effect from April 2, 2008, model years eligible for certification will include 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004 and 2003.
- Vehicle mileage eligibility has increased to include vehicles with less than 80,000 miles
Vehicle Eligibility - Super Duty Added to Program for Ford Dealers
- Ford dealers will be able to certify E-250, E-350, F-250 and F-350 vehicles.
- Like other Ford CPO models, these models will include a 6-year / 100,000-mile Powertrain Limited Warranty and a 3-month / 3,000-mile Comprehensive Limited Warranty
- These vehicles are subject to the same eligibility requirements as identified on the back of the Limited Warranty Statement. For example, Super Duty vehicles geared toward commercial use such as, but not limited to, chassis cab and stripped chassis, are not eligible.
Vehicle Inspection Process: Inspection Points Added
- A new competitive inspection process that includes up to 169-points has been established for the Ford, Lincoln and Mercury CPO programs.
- All points will not be applicable to all vehicles as they are for hi-tech items (power lift gate, rear-view camera system, deployable running boards, navigation system, etc.), as well as for diesel, convertible and hybrid vehicles.
- Vehicle Warranty - Ford and Mercury Vehicles: 6/100,000 Powertrain Extended to all Model Years
- All eligible Ford and Mercury CPO vehicles will include a 6-year / 100,000-mile Limited Powertrain Warranty
- In addition, all eligible Ford and Mercury CPO vehicles will include a 3-month / 3,000-mile Limited Comprehensive (PremiumCare) Warranty
- The comprehensive warranty is registered only after the vehicle sale information is reported in the CPO dealer administrative web site.
- Note - those vehicles with at least 3-months and 3,000-miles left on the new vehicle limited warranty will not have the 3-month / 3,000-mile Comprehensive Limited Warranty contract registered as the remaining new vehicle warranty will already provide this coverage.
For details, contact Ford of Ocala at 2816 N W Pine Avenue Ocala, Florida 34475 or call at (800) 292-3338.
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$4500 Cash Back on 2008 Ford Super Duty
This is your chance to buy America's best-selling truck for 31 years, the Ford Super Duty. Stop by the Ford of Ocala dealership and explore our impressive collection of new 2008 Super Duty's. The 2008 Super Duty series is offered in three cab styles – Regular Cab, Super Cab and Crew Cab - and with two bed lengths. This offer is available for a limited time period only. Make sure you get there ahead of the rush! Contact the Internet Sales Department to discuss how you can save when you buy the Super Duty. Call 1-800-292-3338 for details. Ford of Ocala is located at 2816 N W Pine Avenue Ocala, FL 34475 and extends dealership services to residents of Belleview, Silver Springs, Dunnellon, Silver Springs Shores, Fort McCoy, Citra, Riddick, Anthony, Orange Springs, Gainesville, Alachua, Williston, Lady Lake, Weirsdale and Starke. Labels: 2008 ford, 2008 ford vehicles, cash back, ford super duty
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Well, I certainly didn't expect them to offer these great prices any longer than last Monday, but the deadline has been extended. But that doesn't mean you should wait till next Monday to buy as the great selection of models and features is going fast. Call or visit today to see what a great deal you can get!
