President Obama would Love Ford of Ocala's Hybrids!

Wednesday, July 29, 2009

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Friday, June 5, 2009

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Why Ford of Ocala?

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Jay Leno test drives the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid!

Wednesday, May 6, 2009

posted by Ford of Ocala at 7:33 AM

FORD GAINS RETAIL SHARE AS FUSION SETS SALES RECORD

Friday, May 1, 2009

FORD GAINS RETAIL SHARE AS FUSION SETS SALES RECORD

Ford gains retail share – for the sixth time in last seven months
Ford Fusion sets monthly sales record and grows strength in mid-size car segment
Ford hybrids combine to eclipse year-ago sales; Kelley Blue Book names Fusion Hybrid and Escape Hybrid to Top 10 Green Cars list


DEARBORN, Mich., May 1, 2009 – New, fuel-efficient products and quality on par with the best in the industry helped Ford increase retail market share in April – the sixth time in the last seven months that Ford’s share of the retail market was higher than a year ago.
In April, the Ford Fusion paced the share performance. Fusion sales totaled 18,321, a record for any month. April was the first full month of sales for the redesigned 2010 model and the new Fusion Hybrid version, and April is believed to be the first month that Fusion was among the top three-selling mid-size sedans. Recent independent studies rate Fusion and the Mercury Milan – the most fuel-efficient mid-size sedans in America – as having the best predicted reliability among all mid-size sedans.
“We continue to operate in a very challenging economic and competitive environment,” said Ken Czubay, Ford vice president, Sales and Marketing. “Especially given this external environment, we’re very encouraged by the consumer response to our new mid-size sedans.”
“Sales of the 2010 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan, Lincoln MKZ and hybrid versions exceeded our plan and customers also are equipping our new products with levels of content and features that are higher than we expected,” he added. “This suggests consumers view our high-quality, fuel-efficient new products as offering outstanding value.”
The new Fusion Hybrid is one of four hybrid models offered by Ford. Hybrid models also are offered in the Mercury Milan mid-size sedan and the Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner small utility vehicles. All Ford hybrid models are the most fuel-efficient vehicles in their class, and the Ford Escape and Ford Fusion recently were named to Kelley Blue Books list of Top 10 Green Cars. In April, combined sales of all hybrid models totaled 2,299, up 21 percent versus a year ago.
Other new Ford products contributed to the retail share performance, including the new F-150 pickup, America’s best-selling vehicle, and Ford Flex, the distinctively styled crossover utility that had its best sales month ever (3,190).
Growing awareness and consideration of Ford and its high-quality, fuel-efficient products are starting to take hold. Plus, through June 1, Ford is offering consumers additional reasons to “Drive one.”
The Ford Advantage Plan offers payment protection up to 12 months for up to $700 per month on any new Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle if a customer loses his or her job. Plus, 0 percent financing from Ford Motor Credit is available on select vehicles.
On Tuesday, April 28, Ford launched a community engagement phase of the Ford Advantage Plan, Through June 1, Ford will donate $20 to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure for every test drive taken at a participating Ford, Lincoln and Mercury dealership to Komen – up to $1 million. That amount could grow even higher as more than a thousand dealers around the country are joining in to match the company’s donation. During the past 15 years, Ford has contributed more than $100 million to the fight against breast cancer.

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posted by Ford of Ocala at 1:07 PM

How Far Can You Go on a Tank of Gas?

Wednesday, April 29, 2009

Go 1,300 Miles With a Single Tank of Gas

-- Ford Fusion Hybrid Exceeds Challenge Goal

By ASHLEY BROWN -- 6:19 AM EDT, Tue, Apr 28, 2009
In the shadows of the nation's capital, Ford set a new standard for future cars.
Monday night, Ford's hybrid, the 2010 Fusion, managed to go more than 1,300 miles on a single tank of gas. That means you could drive a Fusion straight from New York to Miami without stopping to fill up.
A team including Ford hybrid engineers, a fuel efficiency expert, and NASCAR star Carl Edwards started the "1,000 Mile Challenge" on Saturday morning in Mount Vernon, Virginia. They were still going along the George Washington Parkway by late Monday night, getting an average of 81.6 miles per gallon.
The team of experts had some strategies (what they call "Eco-Driving" techniques) to maximize mileage on the hybrid's journey, including:
- Gradually accelerating and smoothly braking
- Coasting up to red lights and stop signs to avoid fuel waste and brake wear
- Avoiding bumps and potholes that can reduce momentum
Besides giving us another reason to drive hybrid cars, the 1,000 Mile Challenge also raised funds for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.

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posted by Ford of Ocala at 6:07 AM

Introducing the 2010 Fusion @ Ford of Ocala!

Tuesday, April 21, 2009

posted by Ford of Ocala at 7:32 AM

Ford to Accelerate Hybrid Development


Ford Motor Co. has decided to speed up the development of lithium-ion battery systems for a new generation of hybrids and electric vehicles, according to a report by Detroit News Monday. Susan Cischke, Ford group vice president in charge of sustainability, was quoted as saying that the company is strongly positioned to accelerate its electric vehicle strategy this year. Susan said the company is working with battery suppliers and university researchers and it expects to begin building hybrids and electric vehicles next year. Ford expects lithium-ion batteries to be 5 percent more energy efficient than the nickel-metal hydride cells it uses today, and says these batteries will cost about 30 percent less to manufacture.

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posted by Ford of Ocala at 6:40 AM

2010 Fusion w/ 41 MPG and Federal Tax Incentives!

Friday, April 17, 2009

posted by Ford of Ocala at 10:32 AM

Ford of Ocala Supports Junior Diabetes Research!

Thursday, April 16, 2009

Think Green! Win Green!
Enter to win the opportunity to Drive Green for 2 weeks
or other great prizes while showing your support for
the Junior Diabetes Research Foundation.




America is really taking notice of the new Ford Fusion Hybrid. With an amazing 41mpg in the city, the Fusion Hybrid is America's most fuel-efficient mid-size sedan.

This gave us a great idea.

Just how far is it possible to travel on a single tank of gas in the new Ford Fusion Hybrid? A team of Ford engineers is going to find out when they take the car to Washington, D.C. and drive it from full to empty.

And while they do that, we're asking for your help to raise awareness and funds for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF). We will make it worth your while, too!

Take a moment and log on to (www.jdrf.org/fordfusionhybridchallenge). There, you will find a simple form where you can enter in your guess as to how many miles the team will travel on a single tank of gas. The contest runs thourgh April 24. To help you out, here are a few fun facts.

  • The Fusion Hybrid fuel tank holds 17.5 gallons
  • The EPA city rating is 41mpg
  • Our team has been in training and has already beaten these EPA numbers on a regular basis and by a significant margin
  • The driving team will be using their eco-driving skills to get the very best fuel economy possible

The person who gets closest to the final verified mileage (to the nearest single decimal point) will be given the opportunity to drive their own Fusion Hybrid or Milan Hybrid for two weeks, with a $50 gas card provided by our partners at BP. In addition, the second place winner will receive a $300 gas card from BP, and the third place winner to receive a BP gas card for $200.

To support JDRF, any donation amount is appreciated -- it is recommended that it be $1 or more -- to be made with your entry. You can place as many guesses as you like. These dollars add up and all go to help find a cure for diabetes.

So, get your calculators out and work out what you think this remarkable Fusion Hybrid is capable of and wish the team all the best for their 'smart driving' initiative in Washington.

Thank you for your support.

Edsel Ford and the Staff at Ford of Ocala

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