Betting that consumers will choose fuel economy over power, Ford’s Edge Ecoboost is an interesting gamble that could pave the way for more small-displacement choices in the crossover segment.
AutoGuide’s Derek Kreindler takes the Team O’Neil one day Ford Fiesta crash course, learning the techniques to be fast, while staying on the dirt and out of the trees.
Proving that you don’t need to make the most power to be the most fun, Ford engineers out-do themselves in creating a balanced and extremely capable track machine that doesn’t deliver hard-core sacrifices on the street.
Ford’s Fiesta might just be the ultimate urban commuter, delivering all the advantages with almost none of the drawbacks typically associated with the sub-compact set.
Ford can wow us with performance and reliability demos, but a nagging question of long-term durability remains when it comes to fitting a turbocharged V6 under the hood of a work truck. And while diesel-like torque makes up for the premium price, fuel economy is still a question mark.
The new Ford Mustang Convertible might be too good. How’s that possible? Well, its modernization means it’s no longer the raw muscle car of days gone bye. Whether that’s a good thing or a bad thing is up to you.
With Toyota offering both luxury and sport versions of Swagger Wagon Sienna minivan and GMC announcing a high-end Acadia Denali crossover, Ford wades in with a unique interpretation of its Flex for those with a need to be unique and the cash to spare.
It has a great new look, a powerful and efficient engine, not to mention surprising high-tech features, but with all the impressive new vehicles on offer in the compact segment, does the 2012 Focus have what it takes to be considered a game changer?
With vastly improved on-road usability for the majority of customers, Ford admits the new Explorer crossover isn’t as capable as the old SUV, and insists it doesn’t matter. But does it?
Having clocked 5,000 miles in the GT500 Convertible we can attest to its ability to deliver power, comfort and endless smiles. Unfortunately we’re also able to comment on the fact that it might be fun, but it’s no sports car.
In a world headed towards increasingly green cars, the Shelby GT500 combines the perfect amount of classic Americana with modern technology to deliver a sports car that will feed your appetite for nostalgia and performance.
After three years on the market, the Ford F-150 gets a long list of new powertrains, including a base V6, 5.0-liter V8 and impressive EcoBoost V6, that help it pull away from the competition.
Smaller and cheaper than other cargo vans in North America, the Ford Transit Connect is based on a car platform, delivering a better driving experience and a gasoline engine. But its strengths are also its weaknesses, with little minimal space compared to truck-sized competitors.
The 2011 Ford Edge isn’t actually an all-new model; it’s just a mid-cycle refresh. But you wouldn’t know it, with a new design, new engines and Ford’s groundbreaking new MyFordTouch infotainment system.
Ford’s new Flex isn’t selling well, which might just be the result of stretching the crossover concept too far, attempting to please too many people and fit into too many segments – some of which are already filled.
With a bold new look, innovative features and two impressive new engines, the F-Series Super Duty looks to hold on to its crown as king of the ranch.
Thanks to numerous handling and weight saving improvements there’s no longer any excuse for not driving the GT500 like a pro.
We’re not quite prepared to say the Fiesta is the best vehicle in the sub-compact set, but offering almost all of what made the European model a top-seller overseas, it’s certainly a top pick.
It’s back! The 2011 Mustang GT has enough grunt to have the Mustang faithful back worshiping at the temple of 5.0 and enough technology, quality and value to make converts of everyone else.
It may surprise you to learn that, according to Ford, the most cross-shopped car with the V6 Mustang is the Honda Accord Coupe. The new 2011 ‘Stang will surprise you even more, now offering both more power and better fuel economy.
The SUV that started it all, the Ford Explorer, offers reasonable on-road driving with real pulling power. It also has drawbacks like poor fuel economy and suffers from a lack of modernization as Ford looks to phase it out for a car-based crossover.
Somewhere between a minivan and a crossover, Ford’s new Flex is even part sports car when equipped with the powerful EcoBoost motor.
Ford’s in-house Special Vehicle Team does a 180, turning from high-powered street trucks to build an extreme, and extremely capable, off-road machine.
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