The first pursuit-rated hybrid police car will help police catch the bad guys while it helps save taxpayers thousands in fuel costs, not to mention the environment. Ford is launching this dynamic new vehicle as part of its $4.5 billion investment in electric and hybrid vehicles. In the next five years, Ford is introducing 13 new electric vehicles around the world, including F-150 Hybrid, … [Read more...]
Best cars under $20,000: 2012 Chevrolet Sonic
The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is GM's newest addition to what's called the 40 Plus mileage club. The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic delivers an EPA-estimated 40 mpg on the highway, it's fun to drive, and has a starting price of just $14,995. No wonder sales of this well-designed subcompact are booming. Also, it just happens to be the only sub-compact car made in the USA, at the General Motors Orion Assembly … [Read more...]
Good guys: corporations support community, education projects for 9/11 and year-round
In the spirit of the Tenth Anniversary of 9/11, September 11, 2001 -- and the new spirit of 9/12 and the future -- let's acknowledge the corporate good guys who support volunteer and community projects. Here are a few -- Ford -- More than 12,000 members of the Ford Volunteer Corps with hammers, hoes and helping hands are tackling more than 200 community projects on six continents as part of … [Read more...]
Best cars under $15,000: 2012 Nissan Versa, starting price of $10,990
The 2012 Nissan Versa is the least expensive car in North America, with a starting price of just $10,990 MSRP and a budget-saving fuel economy of 33 mpg combined city/highway. Now that I have your attention -- The 2012 Nissan Versa is no upholstered roller skate, no stripped-down entry-level tin can that you'd be embarrassed to drive. Even for that astoundingly low price, you get air … [Read more...]
Best 2012 cars under $20,000: 2012 Ford Focus
Seats five, gets 40 mpg highway and 28 city, has a fun, sporty driving feel, a top safety rating, and a base price of $16,500. Even the fully-loaded top-of-the-line model clocks in at just $22,500. No wonder the Ford Focus is one of the bright stars in the Ford garage. The Ford Focus has been a top-seller in Europe, and Ford brings this so-called global car to North America with additional … [Read more...]
Best 2011 Cars under $20,000: 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
The all-new 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is a best buy for offering the interior space and amenities of a mid-size car with the fuel economy of a compact or hybrid and impressive safety features, at a starting price of $16,995, plus it is fun to drive and is good-looking, too. Now that I have your attention: The Cruze has been getting nearly as many awards as its sibling, the headline-making 2011 … [Read more...]
Thunderbird Reunion at Ford Headquarters Celebrates 55th Anniversary of Original T-Bird
Thousands of classic Ford T-Birds are gathering at Ford's headquarters in Dearborn, Michigan for a family reunion. This year, the annual event organized by the Water Wonderland Thunderbird Club is a festival to celebrate the 55th Anniversary of the original model, in 1955. The three-day Thunderbird reunion starts on Thursday, June 24, 2010, and includes a BBQ at the Henry Hotel, breakfast … [Read more...]
April Car Sales Climb 20%, Indicating the Economy is Stronger
Car sales are a great indicator of the state of the economy. when car sales are down, so is the economy. In April 2010, car sales were up 20% over April 2009. That's a good sign that the economy is turning around. Of course, some brands did better than others. Nissan had the largest increase -- up 35.1%, and that's even before the eagerly-awaitted Nissan LEAF plug-in electric car … [Read more...]