DEARBORN, Mich., June 2, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Newest EcoBoost(TM) engine, Ford's first three-cylinder, to be launched globally in Ford small carsNew engine will deliver performance of a larger four-cylinder with even higher fuel economyFord announces first eight-speed automatic transmission for future vehiclesThe first Ford-designed, Ford-engineered and Ford-built hybrid transmission begins production late this year; Ford expects to be largest domestic producer of hybrid transmissions by next springFord is expanding its industry-leading range of fuel-efficient powertrains in North America with the addition of a new 1.0-liter EcoBoost(TM) three-cylinder - the smallest engine Ford has ever built - and an all-new eight-speed automatic transmission.

DEARBORN, Mich., March 31, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Ford hybrid vehicles rank at the top of the list for payback and fuel cost savings, giving consumers more value and return on investment, compared to competitorsFord's hybrid vehicle lineup - the Fusion Hybrid and Escape Hybrid - is industry leading for overall investment among competing midsize, luxury and SUV hybrids Hybrid vehicles are part of Ford's overall electrification strategy, which includes a suite of five new electrified models spanning hybrid electric, plug-in hybrid electric and all-electric vehiclesWith gas prices on the rise, the interest around fuel efficiency and hybrid vehicle options is top of mind for potential car buyers.

DEERFIELD, Ill., Nov. 1, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Thirty-five vehicles and seven companion models received Best Buy ratings from Consumers Digest out of over 250 total 2011 models.

DEARBORN, Mich., May 17 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ford Fiesta with the six-speed PowerShift automatic transmission has been EPA certified for 40 mpg highway and 29 mpg city delivering class-leading fuel economy Fiesta features several fuel-saving technologies including its PowerShift automatic transmission, Twin Independent Variable Camshaft Timing, Electric Power Assist Steering, aggressive deceleration fuel shutoff and enhanced aerodynamics Fiesta joins Fusion Hybrid - America's most fuel efficient midsize sedan - and other class leaders like Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner Hybrids, Ford Ranger, Mustang V-6 and Super Duty offering best-in-class fuel economyFord's all-new 2011 Fiesta - an Internet star even before it goes on sale this summer - will now stand out on the highway with an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) certified 40 mpg rating, making it the most fuel efficient car in its class. The Ford Fiesta 40 mpg, achieved with Ford's new six-speed PowerShift automatic transmis

NEW YORK, March 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ford and Microsoft are teaming up to use Microsoft Hohm as a platform to help future owners of Ford's electric vehicles optimize the way they recharge their vehicle and better manage their home's energy useMicrosoft and Ford also will work with utilities and municipalities to help develop an energy ecosystem that manages energy usage as consumer demand for electric vehicles growsFord's aggressive electrification plan includes five new vehicles in North America and Europe by 2013; in North America, they include the Transit Connect Electric later this year, Focus Electric in 2011, a plug-in hybrid and two next-generation hybrids in 2012, joining four Ford and Mercury hybrids already on the road and a new Lincoln MKZ Hybrid coming this fall The Focus Electric is expected to be the first Ford electric vehicle to use HohmToday, Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) and Microsoft Corp.