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DEARBORN - With oil nearing $100 per barrel and gasoline prices continuing to rise, Ford and Lincoln customers have reason to smile – 12 cars, trucks and utilities that lead their sales segments in fuel economy, including four with EPA-certified ratings of 40 mpg or more.
“Fuel economy and technology are consumers’ biggest priorities – and we have made them Ford’s as well,” said Mark Fields, Ford president, The Americas. “Our product portfolio reflects the investment Ford has made to transform our lineup in the past several years so our customers can be more green – and keep even more green in their wallets – than when fuel prices reached $4 per gallon in 2008.”
Now, from Ford Fiesta to Super Duty and Lincoln MKZ Hybrid to Lincoln MKT, the company’s lineup features improved aerodynamics and fuel- saving technologies including PowerShift, a Ford-designed dry dual- clutch automatic transmission available in the Ford Fiesta and all-new Focus, six-speed automatic transmissions, electric power-assisted steering (EPAS) and EcoBoost engines that save on fuel with no compromise to driving excitement.
The newest Ford vehicle in the fuel economy winner’s circle is the all-new Focus SFE, which today has been EPA certified at 40 mpg highway and 28 mpg city. Focus joins the 41 mpg city Fusion Hybrid and 40 mpg highway Fiesta in Ford’s 40 mpg and over club.
In addition, Lincoln MKZ Hybrid is the most fuel-efficient luxury sedan in America with its 41 mpg city EPA-certified rating, helping make Ford and Lincoln vehicles the most fuel efficient in the company’s 107-year history.
The arrival of the 2.0-liter EcoBoost engine later this year in the Edge crossover and Explorer SUV will see two more nameplates join Ford’s best-in-class mpg club.
More Ford fuel economy stars include:
- Ford Mustang V6: Its high-revving 305-horsepower 3.7-liter V6 engine and six-speed automatic deliver best-in-class highway fuel economy of 31 mpg; Mustang V6 is the first car in history to deliver the combination of 300-plus horsepower and more than 30 mpg
- Ford F-150: Its 302-horsepower 3.7-liter V6 engine and six-speed automatic deliver a best-in-class 17 mpg city and 23 mpg highway – an EPA rating Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra can’t top. The 3.7-liter V6 is one of four all-new truck engines in the 2011 F-150 lineup
- Ford Fiesta: The combination of a 120-horsepower 1.6-liter four- cylinder and available six-speed dual-clutch PowerShift automatic transmission delivers 40 mpg on the highway, topping Toyota Yaris and Honda Fit by 4 mpg and 5 mpg, respectively
- Ford Super Duty: The Ford-designed and Ford-built 6.7-liter Power Stroke® diesel engine delivers as much as 20 percent better fuel economy than the 6.4-liter it replaced. The new Power Stroke isn’t just fuel efficient, it’s also the most powerful diesel pickup engine money can buy, rated at 400 horsepower and 800 lb.-ft. of torque
- Ford Edge: With its 3.5-liter V6 and six-speed automatic, Edge delivers 19 mpg city and a best-in-class 27 mpg highway. The upcoming 2.0-liter EcoBoost engine in the 2012 Edge is expected to deliver even greater economy
- Ford Fusion Hybrid remains America’s most fuel-efficient midsize family sedan, topping the Toyota Camry Hybrid by 10 mpg in the city, according to the EPA
- Ford Escape Hybrid, Transit Connect, Ranger and Lincoln MKZ Hybrid also lead their segments with the highest fuel economy
Customers continue to get the benefits of Ford’s largest-ever investment in fuel-efficient powertrains. In 2010, Ford launched nine new engines and six new six-speed transmissions. The company is on track to deliver fuel-saving six-speed transmissions across most of its lineup of Ford and Lincoln brand vehicles by 2013.
Many of Ford’s new powerplants include fuel-saving technologies such as:
Twin independent variable camshaft timing (Ti-VCT), which enables the engine to operate at peak efficiency by continually adjusting the precise moment the intake and exhaust valves open.
Gasoline direct injection (GDI), which improves efficiency by raising the compression ratio and by using precise amounts of fuel placed directly in the combustion chamber Turbocharging, which uses exhaust gases to pressurize the engine cylinders with a more dense mixture of fuel and air, increasing power EcoBoost, which uses direct injection, turbocharging and variable valve timing to allow four-cylinder engines to deliver the power of V6s and V6s to deliver the power of V8s. EcoBoost engines save fuel in part because they burn less fuel and because they weigh less than the larger-displacement engines they replace EPAS, which eliminates drag on the engine by replacing the hydraulic pump with an electric motor. EPAS, available on Ford Mustang, F-150, Fiesta, the new Focus and other vehicles improves fuel economy by approximately 4 percent.
by Chris Woodyard | United States (Copyright 2011) |USA Today, Feb-21-2011
Ford says its small Fiesta is the first car in its subcompact segment to earn top crash-test ratings in each of the world’s largest auto markets that perform safety testing: the U.S., China and Europe.
In the U.S., that means the 2011 Ford Fiesta is a “top safety pick” from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety under its new test standards. Winning safety awards around the world is a big deal, because Ford is trying to show how it can build a single model that can sell globally. In the past, it made different models for different markets.
“Ford is committed to safety, including our efforts to deliver top crash test ratings that customers look to when choosing new vehicles,” said Sue Cischke, group vice president of Sustainability, Environment and Safety. “Fiesta is the latest example of that safety commitment.”
Ford says testing agencies in the U.S., China, Europe and Australia/New Zealand rate the Ford Fiesta at the top of the list for crash ratings. The automaker adds that Fiesta’s latest maximum five-star safety rating was awarded by the China Automotive Technology and Research Center under the China New Car Assessment Program, or C-NCAP.
Just in case you missed it, Ford Motor Company made it a 1-2-3 finish yesterday during the 2011 Daytona 500. With Trevor Bayne, driver of the #21 Quick Lane/Motorcraft car winning the race in dramatic fashion after two late caution flags. Trevor becomes the youngest NASCAR driver to win the Daytona 500, turning 20 years old just a day before the big race (record previously held by Jeff Gordon 24yrs old).
 Tri-County Ford is proud to bring you the complete line of 2010 Ford Hybrids. Great gas mileage and American know-how have come together once again to put Ford in the lead. The Ford Fusion has topped Toyota’s Camry by 8 miles a gallon. That comes out to a whopping 41 miles per gallon in the city! No wonder the 2010 Fusion Hybrid took the North American Car of the Year Award. But it doesn’t stop there for the Fusion. The Ford Fusion Hybrid was selected as Motor Trend’s Car of the Year. The Fusion Hybrid was also marked as one of Car and Driver Magazine’s 10 Best cars of 2010. And to top off the honors, the Fusion Hybrid was also chosen for Automobile Magazine’s 2010 All-Stars. Tri-County Ford has the all new award winning Fusion Hybrid available for immediate delivery. You have got to test drive this car. The Fusion Hybrid represents the future of driving and Tri-County Ford is proud to be able to offer the future now, today, at a very competitive price.
If the amazing new Ford Transit Connect hasn’t turned your head yet, it will. The Ford Transit Connect won the North American Truck of the year award for a simple reason: The Transit represents a revolutionary new mode of transportation. With up to 25 miles per gallon on the highway, the Transit takes you further for less. And with 135 feet of cargo space, the Transit carries amazing amounts of cargo or people. Tri-County Ford has the full line of XL and XLT Vans and Wagons available for immediate delivery.
Gas prices are not going to trend lower, we all know that. So as we move forward into the future, Tri-County Ford is pushing to stay on the cutting edge of high mileage technology. So whether you’re considering a new car that gets better mileage, like the Fusion Hybrid, or considering upping your fleet capability and lowering your footprint on the road with a revolutionary Ford Transit, Tri-County Ford stands ready to help you move to a greener, more economically nimble transportation future.
The award winning Fords of 2010 are now available for test drive at Tri-County Ford. For more information visit the Tri-County Ford web site.
Through special arrangement with NSRA, Tri-County Ford will once again be the Offical Vehicle Sponsor of the 40th annual Street Rod Nationals. Tri-County Ford has brought together the Dream Team of U.A.W. Local 862, Ford, and the Tri-County Ford marketing team to man the Tri-County Ford Booth at the NSRA, August 6 through 9 at the Kentucky Exposition Center.
On display at the Tri-County Ford booth will be a selection of 2009 and 2010 Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles built right here at KTP and LAP. You’ll also get to speak to members of U.A.W. Local 862.
Ford Truck lovers will have a rare chance to come by the booth and actually speak with U.A.W. members who helped build the Ford Trucks that are on display. If you’ve ever wanted to talk nuts and bolts about Ford Truck heavy-duty performance, the Tri-County Ford booth will be the time and place to get that done.
You’ll also be able to speak to Tri-County Ford Cash for Clunker consultants. Cash for Clunkers has been an over-whelming success and Congress is voting to expand the program. Tri-County Ford Cash for Clunker consultants will have all the latest information on how to qualify for up to $4,500.00 in cash-back monies with your new Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury purchase from Tri-County Ford.
Booth visitors will also gain special access to up-to-the-minute details on late-breaking rebate programs for all Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. Auto makers and dealers are aggressively fighting for market share and that means great deals, historic deals, for auto buyers.
Tri-County Ford is proud to once again be the Official Vehicle Sponsor of the 40th Annual NSRA Street Rod Nationals for the second year in a row. As Official Vehicle Sponsor, Tri-County Ford is supplying all the courtesy vehicles for this year’s event.
If you love Fords, old and very new, you’ll love this year’s NSRA Street Rod Nationals sponsored by Tri-County Ford. Come by our booth inside the Kentucky Exposition Center August 6 though 9th for special offers and commemorative memorabilia.
Tri-County Ford will offer the latest information on the Cash for Clunkers program during the Oldham County Day Festival, in LaGrange, July 18th. If you own a car manufactured in the last 25 years, and the car is in running condition and gets no more than 18 miles per gallon, you could qualify for up to $4500 in cash back from the government when you trade for a new vehicle.
If you’re considering trading your vehicle, it’s important to act soon because there are a limited number of Cash for Clunkers vouchers. Tri-County will have Cash for Clunker consultants on-site at the Tri-County Ford Mercury booth, located just across from the Oldham County Courthouse, off Highway 146, in LaGrange.
If you are a Ford A, Z, or X Plan participant, the discounts you may receive will reach historic highs. But again, it is important to act soon. Currently there are only approximately 250,000 Cash for Clunkers vouchers available nationwide. Make sure you take advantage soon since the program is set to expire when all of the vouchers have been claimed or on November 1st, whichever comes first. Tri-County Ford sells 18 models of new vehicles that qualify for the Cash for Clunkers rebates. Hurry in to choose your new Ford or Mercury vehicle before it is too late.
Besides the free Cash for Clunkers information, Tri-County Ford will have additional rebate information on all available Ford and Mercury products. While at the booth, be sure to register to win a free oil change and pick up your $20 discount coupon off the price of a complete auto detail job from the pros at Tri-County Ford.
So whether you’re interested in replacing the family car, getting your kid a car for college, or even trading or upgrading your work truck, Tri-County Ford will have consultants standing by during the Oldham County Day Festival July 18th. The consultants will have up-to-date information on Cash for Clunkers, Ford and Mercury available rebates, and finance information.
When they say there’s never been a better time to buy a car or truck, they are definitely talking about right now. This truly is a buyer’s market, and Tri-County Ford is doing more than any other Louisville Area Ford Dealership to help Kentuckiana take advantage of this historic opportunity.
 Our Dealership has built a reputation on providing honest and courteous service. Our customers appreciate the way we do business, and we know you will too. Take a moment to read the information below and find out what makes us an exceptional place to buy a new vehicle, used vehicle or service your automobile.
Tri-County Ford was started in LaGrange, Kentucky in 1983 by J. William Manning and is currently owned by Gary Haupt, who joined Manning in 1986 when we merged with Crestwood Ford. We moved to our current location on Hwy 146 at I-71, Exit 17 in 1987. Our mission from the beginning was to build an exemplary dealership one customer at a time. This meant instilling a desire in every employee to treat all customers in such a way that they would want to return to our Dealership for their automotive needs and tell their friends and neighbors to come out to Tri-County Ford.
Gary Haupt’s business strategy has always been to promote customer loyalty at every turn. Simply stated, satisfied customers return to do business with us…and they tell their friends and family about their experiences with our dealership. This is largely how our business has been built to one of the highest volume dealerships in the area…by word-of-mouth through satisfied customers…and it was done one customer at a time!
Our way of doing business at Tri-County Ford is to always provide customers with prompt, courteous and professional service. We believe price, reputation, and friendliness sell cars! If you’re looking for a different experience than the high pressure treatment you receive from larger high-volume big-city dealers, come and visit us…we’re worth the drive!
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