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DEARBORN, Mich., Oct. 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Ford Warriors in Pink(®) has produced its first documentary, "Bang the Drum: Living Out Loud in the Face of Breast Cancer," available for viewing at www.fordcares.com The film features the personal stories of Ford's Models of Courage, 11 extraordinary women and men from around the U.S. who are breast cancer survivors The emotionally powerful piece showcases Warriors in Pink's commitment to the fight against breast cancer, and the...

DEARBORN, Mich., Sept. 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Ford's investigation into the use of tree fibers called cellulose in plastic composites has shown using the fiber in automotive applications could significantly reduce CO(2) emissions and weight, while speeding processing time by as much as 40 percent Ford has worked with Weyerhaeuser - one of the largest forest products companies in the world - to prove out a more sustainable plastic composite material for future Ford vehicle...

DEARBORN, Mich., Sept. 26, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- More green, less mean: Ford delivers tools for proper charging station etiquetteChances are good electric vehicle charging stations may one day be part of your life. Whether you depend on them for "fuel" to get from point A to B, or you're simply curious about those odd-looking devices located near the best parking spots, check out the fun video and infographic Ford created that brings to light the etiquette involved in charging an...

DEARBORN, Mich., Sept. 26, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- All-new 2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid delivers EPA-certified 47 mpg city and 47 mpg highway for a 47 mpg combined rating, with Active Noise Cancellation technology Fusion Hybrid engineers tuned the gasoline engine more efficiently in rpm ranges that typically produce unpleasant powertrain sounds, now suppressed by an advanced noise cancellation system to give driver and passengers a quiet ride Powertrain noise in the all-new Ford Fusion...

PLYMOUTH, Mich., Sept. 26, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Thirty-four automotive suppliers were honored by Johnson Controls, a global diversified company in the building and automotive industries, for their leadership and commitment to the Automotive Experience business at the company's 17(th) annual North American Supplier Performance Awards ceremony. The event was recently held at The Inn at St. John's in Plymouth, Mich. "The dedication of our suppliers is integral to our success as a...

DEARBORN, Mich., Sept. 26, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Taking a road trip with your significant other? Chances are good the time together will improve your relationship. In fact, 91 percent of couples have taken road trips together, and 84 percent agree the experience has strengthened their relationship, according to a new survey of more than 1,000 couples released by YourTango.com collaborating with Ford Motor Company. YourTango.com, the digital leader in love and relationships,...

DEARBORN, Mich., Sept. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- On average six children are killed and nearly 800 are injured in traffic crashes each day. In fact, the number one killer of children in the U.S is motor vehicle crashes. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110321/CL67889LOGO ) That's why AAA Michigan partnered with DMC Children's Hospital of Michigan and Kohl's Injury Prevention Program for a free child safety seat inspection event today (Sept. 22) at the AAA Michigan...

DEARBORN, Mich., Sept. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Carhartt, America's premium work wear brand since 1889, was recently recognized with the Legends of the Outdoors Manufacturing Excellence Award. The award was created to honor companies who have been in the business of creating and manufacturing great products for use in the outdoors industry. Each company must have been in business for over fifty years and have a proven record of manufacturing products of the highest quality and...

DEARBORN, Mich., Sept. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- America's most fuel-efficient sedan is the new Ford FusionPosting EPA-certified 47 mpg across the board for its hybrid model, the all-new Ford Fusion is the most fuel-efficient midsize sedan in America. Fusion Hybrid tops Toyota Camry Hybrid by 4 mpg city and 8 mpg highway. With the widest range of powertrain options in the segment, Fusion brings unprecedented power of choice to U.S. midsize sedan intenders. more... Craig Daitch |...

DEARBORN, Mich., Sept. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- New 2013 Fusion with 1.6-liter EcoBoost(®) engine and Auto Start-Stop fuel-saving technology is designed to achieve 37 mpg on the highway NASCAR star Trevor Bayne reaches nearly 50 mpg - the type of efficiency generally reserved for hybrids and small cars - to win Ford's Fusion EcoBoost NASCAR Miles Per Gallon Challenge Bayne outdueled NASCAR superstars and teammates Greg Biffle, Carl Edwards and Matt Kenseth by achieving 46.9 mpg...