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Ford Fusion breaks into Top 10 best-selling vehicles amid best year ever

There was a time when Ford vehicles absolutely dominated the list of the top 10 vehicles sold in the U.S. The F-Series was always number one, followed by stalwarts like the Taurus, Explorer, Ranger and even the Focus (or Escort before that). 2001 was a long time ago, though, and the past eight years haven't exactly been stellar for the Blue Oval. The tide may be changing for 2009, though, as the Dearborn, MI-based automaker has seen its market share rise steadily in a down auto market. Ford's biggest success may be the 2010 Fusion, as ... Read more →

SEMA 2009: The rest of the best at the Ford display Jonny Lieberman

SEMA is an interesting show. We go in knowing full well that 60-75% of the cars we'll be walking past and/or covering are just trash. Sorry if this bombshell offends anyone, but your Chrysler ...

Newlywed couple changes last names to Ford to celebrate... well, Fords Jonathon Ramsey

When Jaime Case and Chris Hodges decided to get married, Jaime didn't want the regular run-up filled with fights, dresses, cakes, consultants and huge expenses. So she dreamed up a Wedding Road ...

Review: 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid - What a difference 60 degrees makes Sam Abuelsamid

Recently, we had our third opportunity to drive the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid. Actually, the last go around was with a Mercury Milan Hybrid, but aside from a different nose and fanny, it is the same ...

Microsoft CEO gets 1,000,000th Ford with SYNC Chris Shunk

Ford and SYNC have combined to be the peanut butter and jelly of automotive tech combo deals. 80% of the vehicles Ford sells now has the infotainment system, helping the Blue Oval and Microsoft ...

Ford Fusion Hybrid pedals its way to 1,445 miles on a single tank 6 months ago on Autoblog

- The Ford Fusion Hybrid we talked about yesterday, the one that had as of our last report cleared 1,000 miles on its hypermiling publicity stunt, has finally reached the end of the road its fuel supply. The final number: 1,445 miles on a single tank of gas. For the high-mileage odyssey, the ...

Review: 2010 Ford Fusion SE 6MT proves that sometimes less is more 7 months ago on Autoblog

What we have here is a rare breed. A mid-size sedan from a domestic automaker equipped with a manually actuated clutch. In fact, the 2010 Ford Fusion (and its rebadged brother, the Mercury Milan) are the last examples offered with Detroit Three nameplates. The Fusion's competition from Chrysler ...

VIDEO: Ford speaks Fusion in new ad campaign 8 months ago on Autoblog

Despite the recession, tumbling auto sales and an uncertain future, good cars are still being made. The 2010 Ford Fusion is one example. The Fusion Sport just spent a week in the Autoblog Garage and we're in the midst of reviewing the rest of the lineup, as well. Whether it's from a domestic ...

Review: 2010 Ford Fusion Sport 8 months ago on Autoblog

When Ford introduced the Ford Fusion back in 2005, the Blue Oval's midsize sedan was a pleasant surprise. Ford delivered vastly improved quality while also offering impressive driving dynamics, room for five adults and a choice of four- and six-cylinder engines. The Fusion put Ford back into ...

Current Ford Mondeo will underpin the next Fusion 9 months ago on Autoblog

Since taking the reigns at FoMoCo, Alan Mulally has made it clear that one of the keys to Ford's resurgence is to leverage its assets abroad. Specifically, he wants to utilize the automaker's platform development in Europe to maximize engineering and manufacturing efficiency, creating several ...

First Drive: 2010 Ford Fusion Sport/SEL 11 months ago on Autoblog

Last month at the LA Auto Show, Ford finally took the wraps off its refreshed 2010 Fusion and this week we returned to LA to actually drive it. For a car meant to compete in the heart of the highest volume segment in the U.S. market, Ford chose a rather surprising way to show it off. This is ...

First Drive: 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid 11 months ago on Autoblog

In addition to our own reviews of the 2010 Ford Mustang GT and Fusion Sport/SEL, AutoblogGreen has also published its First Drive of the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid. The new gas-electric version of Ford's mid-size sedan feature more advanced tech than its competitors, specifically the Toyota Camry ...

LA 2008: 2010 Ford Fusion and Fusion Hybrid make their debut [w/VIDEO] 11 months ago on Autoblog

Ford pulled the silk sheets off the 2010 Ford Fusion and Fusion Hybrid this afternoon. Sporting new front and rear fascias, an updated interior, and four engine choices, the mid-size Fusion is a direct shot across the bow of the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord. In fact, in nearly every engine ...

VIDEO: 2010 Ford Fusion on the road 1 year ago on Autoblog

Ford has already released an official image of the 2010 Fusion's new front end, as well as unveiled the heavily revised engine lineup for its mid-size sedan that now includes a new 2.5L I4, revised 3.0L Flex-Fuel V6, new 3.5L V6 and hybrid powertrain good for 38 mpg in the city. Reactions are ...

2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid expected to get 38 mpg city 1 year ago on Autoblog

Over on AutoblogGreen, our man Sam has published a thorough breakdown of all the new powertrains announced for the 2010 Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan. There's a new 2.5L four-cylinder with more power, a revised 3.0L V6 and Ford is making its 3.5L V6 available in these mid-size sedans for the first ...

2010 Ford Fusion revealed with new face, new engines and new six-speed transmission 1 year ago on Autoblog

var digg_url = 'http://digg.com/autos/2010_Ford_Fusion_revealed_with_ridiculous_grille'; We love mid-size sedans if for no other reason than buyers benefit from the incredibly high level of competition between each player in the segment, and Ford's just-revealed 2010 Fusion appears ready to ...

Ford Fusion Raptors Edition gets benched 1 year ago on Autoblog

Ford sponsored the Toronto Raptors back in 2006, and one of the promotional ties in the deal was a special Ford Fusion Raptors Edition (here is the promo video). The car is replete with a magical selection of colors and images on the outside, and basketball-themed colors and textures inside. ...

Spy Shots: 2010 Ford Fusion snapped! 1 year ago on Autoblog

Click above for high-res gallery of 2010 Ford Fusion spy shots Our spy photographers have caught the 2010 Ford Fusion wearing nothing but an ugly paint job, which means we get a crystal clear view at what Ford has in store for its midsize sedan. While things between the wheel wells appear to ...

Spy Shots: 2010 Ford Fusion features Super Sized screen 1 year ago on Autoblog

Click above for high-res gallery of 2010 Ford Fusion spy shots It's so great watching TV now on a giant flat screen that hangs from my living room wall that I can't imagine how we survived with 27-inch tube TVs just a few short years ago. Perhaps the same will be said about the 2010 Ford Fusion, ...

Spy Shots: Ford Fusion's new face found 1 year ago on Autoblog

Click above for high-res gallery for redesigned Ford Fusion spy shots We've known for some time that the Ford Fusion was due for a mid-cycle refreshening soon, but new spy shots from KGP Photography reveal that more might be in store for Ford's successful mid-size family sedan. Previous spy shots ...

2009 Ford Fusion to get more power, six-speed 'box 1 year ago on Autoblog

During a meeting with Ford dealers last week, it was revealed that the 2009 Fusion would benefit from the same 170 hp, 2.5-liter four-cylinder found in the new Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner. The upgraded mill, which boasts an extra 10 hp over the outgoing engine and variable valve timing, will be ...

VIDEO: Ford of Canada makes cars out of people 1 year ago on Autoblog

Click above to watch Ford's new commercial for Canada Ford would like to think that it's a car company for the people, and the Blue Oval's latest TV commercial for Canada features zero cars. What the ad does show is a group of men and women dressed in Ford-issue blue going Cirque Du Soleil to form ...

Ford hybrids to turn a profit in 2008 1 year ago on Autoblog

Ford's been cranking out hybrid CUVs on the CD2 platform for four years now, and with over 40,000 produced, it's gotten to be old hat. Since it started in 2004, Ford's managed to make the Escape, Mercury Mariner and Mazda Tribute 30-percent cheaper to build. That cost reduction, coupled with the ...

Ford Edge headed to Brazil 1 year ago on Autoblog

It seems like America is the only place where American cars aren't popular. Buick has huge numbers in China, and Ford's having a lot of success in Brazil. Sales of the Fusion sedan took off to the point that it now leads the midsize segment there. Riding high on the Fusion's success, Ford's sending ...

2008 Ford Fusion gets Sport Package 2 years ago on Autoblog

click above image to view more photos of the 2008 Ford Fusion with Sport Package Most here at Autoblog who have driven the Ford Fusion are a fan, though our one complaint that remains ignored is the car's lack of power. The 3.0L Duratic V6 with 221 HP just doesn't cut it for us. Instead of fixing ...

Mulally makes it official: Next Focus and Fusion based on global platforms 2 years ago on Autoblog

Despite not being official, we've known for some time that Ford CEO Alan Mulally wants to increase the number of platforms shared by its U.S. and European divisions. It's something Ford fanboys have been demanding for some time, and yesterday Mulally officially confirmed that the next-gen Focus and ...

Ford's Hydrogen Fusion 999 qualifies for top speed run at Bonneville 2 years ago on Autoblog

Click the Fusion for high-res images from Bonneville Matt Zuehlk and his team comprised of engineers and technicians from Ford, Roush and Ballard Power Systems finally hit the Bonneville Salt Flats this past weekend after months of preparation and weeks of vehicle integration testing. On Sunday, ...

Muscle Car Machete? Fusion by SOG Muscle Car Knife 2 years ago on Autoblog

click above image to view a high-res gallery of the Fusion Muscle Car Knife Upon first seeing the Fusion Muscle Car Knife by SOG, we instantly thought of Jr., Senior and Mikey Teutul from the Discovery Channel show American Chopper. Off the top of our heads we can remember Orange County Chopper ...

VIDEO: New "Proof" commercial puts Ford's best foot forward 2 years ago on Autoblog

Clever commercials are nice. A grin on our face certainly increases the chance we'll remember the brand that made us laugh. But now isn't a time for jokes at Ford Motor Company, which finds itself ensconced in a difficult turnaround plan that has yet to get in gear. That's why we actually like this ...

All in a Name: No end to the free advice for Ford, no need to rechange names 2 years ago on Autoblog

Click the image above for the Autoblog Five-Hundred gallery In the news, at the water cooler, and in your favorite auto magagine, there is no shortage of advice for Ford Motor Company. Advice for new engines, better marketing, and rear drive architectures come flowing in at all angles. Most of the ...

Ford earns two IIHS Top Safety Picks for Edge and MKX 2 years ago on Autoblog

The Ford Edge is off to a strong start in sales, at least stronger than the Fusion's first full month of sales, and word has come from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety that the CUV and its platform mate, the Lincoln MKX, has earned a Top Safety Pick, which should help move a few more ...

Detroit Auto Show: Chevrolet's Malibu gets a makeover 2 years ago on Autoblog

click on above image to view our updated gallery of the Malibu with an additional 29 live shots var digg_url = 'http://www.digg.com/design/2008_Chevy_Malibu_revealed_pics_and_video'; We didn't think Ed Peper required corrective action nearly as badly as the Malibu, but "Fashion Police" star ...

Will the Ford Taurus return? 2 years ago on Autoblog

Just when it seemed that we would never see the Taurus again, new Ford Motor Co. CEO Alan Mulally says that he was a big fan of the Taurus and even rented one on a recent business trip to check it out. His feelings date back 20 years to a research study he was doing on Ford's production system ...

New Bold Move ads take a tip from Pepsi 2 years ago on Autoblog

The Bold Moves marketing campaign from Ford has taken on many facets, but the one we're most familiar is with of the boob tube variety, a.k.a. commercials. Like most automotive marketing campaigns, the ad agency got involved early and produced some airy, feel-good spots that show your average ...

New Ford incentives focus on Fusion and F-150 2 years ago on Autoblog

Not wanting to lose the momentum from 2006, Ford Motor Co. will offer some new lease deals and cut-rate financing on the Fusion and Mercury Milan sedans. The F-150 gets in on the action as well, with leasing and financing incentives on some models. The new deals that follow will run from January 3 ...

Bottom up? - Ford rolls out a grass-roots effort 2 years ago on Autoblog

Ford's trying a multi-pronged approach at raising the public's awareness of their turnaround efforts. Of course the big, glossy, traditional marketing campaigns will lead the way, but the Blue Oval's also beating the streets. Ford is sending execs across the land to talk with community groups like ...

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Autoblog Podcast #152: Paukert Enhanced!

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