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2010 Ford Mustang really offers "Steed for every need" thanks to new hot wheels models

Category: Mustang

The dynamic new 2010 Ford Mustang is sure to delight car customers of all ages – including children ages 3 and up. On the heels of last week’s debut of Ford’s newest Mustang, Mattel is making plans to launch the Hot Wheels® version of America’s iconic muscle car. “Cars like the Mustang are a natural for Hot Wheels,” said Alec Tam, director of Design, Hot Wheels. “We choose cars based on their ability to meet our brand values, which are speed, power, performance and attitude. Mustang hits a...

[12/10/2008] [Read More] [Post a Comment]

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Ford and Shelby to build 2009 Shelby GT500KR Mustangs to meet worldwide demand

Category: Aftermarket Vehicles, Mustang

To compliment the 1,000 2008 40th anniversary Edition Shelby GT500KR “King of the Road” Mustangs, Ford and Shelby Automobiles announce that an additional 746 units will be built for the 2009 model year to help meet worldwide demand of the supercar. Of that total, 571 units will be available for U.S. customers thus equaling the 1,571-unit production run of the original Shelby GT500KR. The remainder of the units will be for countries that did not receive 2008 models. “The response to this car h...

[03/20/2008] [Read More] [Post a Comment]

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Most powerful F-series truck ever celebrates Ford and Harley-Davidson 105th anniversaries

Category: F-150

Ford and Harley-Davidson celebrate 105th anniversaries with special-edition F-150 featuring new color and trim packages. Available supercharged 5.4-liter V-8 delivers 450 horsepower and 500 pounds-feet of torque. Menacing Black or two-tone Black with Vintage Copper exteriors accented with ample chrome, massive 22-inch wheels and numerous Harley-Davidson ® motorcycle cues. Ford Harley-Davidson brand alliance flourishes with more than 60,000 pickups sold since 1999. The 2008 Ford Harley-Davi...

[08/29/2007] [Read More] [Post a Comment]

Ford, Lear to launch industry' first soy based seat foam in 2008 Ford Mustang

Category: Business, Mustang

Ford Motor Company and Lear Corporation have joined forces to produce seat foam made from soy-based materials. The first application will appear in the 2008 Ford Mustang. Ford has a rich history in incorporating soy-based materials into its products that dates back to the Model T. Ford’s industry-leading work with soy-foams was showcased in its award-winning Model U concept, which featured soy-based seat cushions and soy-based resin composite tailgate. Environmental advantages of soy-foam ...

[07/12/2007] [Read More] [Post a Comment]

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Ford Shelby GT drops its top for 2008 model year

Category: Mustang

* New convertible version of the Ford Shelby GT available beginning this summer * New signature Vista Blue exterior with Shelby GT Silver stripes * Production of 2008 Shelby GT aimed at 2,300 to assure exclusivity for collectors * Ford Mustang is America’s top-selling convertible The magic duo of Ford Mustang and Carroll Shelby bring open-air excitement to the road for the 2008 model year as the Ford Shelby GT returns with a new convertible body style and a new standard color combination. ...

[06/13/2007] [Read More] [Post a Comment]

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Supercharged 2007 Ford F-150 Harley-Davidson packs powerful punch

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Ford F-150 supercharged 5.4-liter V-8 mated to a 4-speed automatic transmission delivers 450 horsepower and 500 pounds-feet of torque. Ford responds to customer demand bringing F-150 performance concept to market in eight months. Ford-Harley co-branding partnership flourishes – with 60,000 pickups sold since 1999. America's best-selling, most capable full-size pickup now delivers the horsepower to make it one of the most powerful half-ton pickups on the market. The 450 horsepower supercharg...

[05/23/2007] [Read More] [Post a Comment]

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New Trim package for Shelby GT500 offered

Category: Mustang

New limited-edition 2007 Ford Shelby GT500 offers Mustang enthusiasts a chance to hit the redline. * Production of limited-edition Red Stripe Appearance Package for 2007 Shelby GT500 to begin in May. * Special package includes unique exterior striping and badges, Red and Black leather seating, special interior trim and logos and branded Shelby GT500 car cover. * 2007 Ford Shelby GT500 tops in segment quality, says RDA Group research—92 percent of owners would definitely recommend the vehicl...

[04/19/2007] [Read More] [Post a Comment]

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Ford Shelby GT500KR ‘King of the Road’ returns in 2008

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Click for photos Ford and Shelby Automobiles are at it again, this time in celebration of the fortieth anniversary of the 1968 Shelby Cobra GT500KR. To be unveiled at the 2007 New York International Auto Show, the 2008 Shelby GT500KR—the most powerful Mustang to date—will once again mark Mustang as ‘King of the Road.’ Celebrating the fortieth anniversary of the original Shelby Cobra GT500KR, Ford and Shelby collaborate on a new ‘King of the Road’ Mustang with the 2008 Shelby GT500KR. Shelby GT500KR features an estimated 540-hp 5.4-liter supercharged V-8 with a Ford Racing Power Upgrade Pack, 3.73:1 rear axle ratio, short-throw shifter, and unique suspension tuning. Exterior design draws inspiration from the classic Shelby KR Mustangs and features unique carbon composite hood, wheels, and special 40th Anniversary badging and unique striping. Shelby GT500KR arrives in spring 2008 in an exclusive run of only 1000 units.

[03/30/2007] [Read More] [Read 1 Comments]

Ford to reveal new Mustang in Palm Beach

Category: Events, Mustang

Ford and Carroll Shelby are at it again. And, the question is what will this new Mustang be like? The rumor is something special. Only 500 of these ponies will be built. The first one, #001, is going to be unveiled on TV live during the Barrettt-Jackson Auction to be aired on SPEED TV. There will be no reserve on this prize, and the proceeds will go to benefit the Carroll Shelby Children''s Foundation. Unfortunately, we all have to wait in anticipation for a few more days.

[03/29/2007] [Read More] [Post a Comment]

Ford Mustang FR500 to race in Europe

Category: Ford Racing, Mustang

The Ford Mustang has accumulated more racing wins in North America than any other Ford product. Created by Ford Racing, the Ford Mustang FR500GT and the Ford Mustang FR500C may soon be set to compete within the Federation Internationale De L''Automobile (FIA) GT competition, where Ford Racing hopes to continue its racing success in Europe. European teams are already taking notice of the new cars, and the cars are expected to be very competitive on some of Europes best tracks.

[03/19/2007] [Read More] [Post a Comment]