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Ford Mustang Turns 62: From Ferrari Dream to Icon
Daily MixApr 17

Ford Mustang Turns 62: From Ferrari Dream to Icon

Sixty-two years ago today, Ford unveiled the Mustang at the 1964 World's Fair for just $2,368, creating the most successful car launch since the Model A. What started as a European-inspired design became America's most iconic muscle car, selling 400,000 units in its first year.

Good News Network2 min read
Ford's EV Mustang Smashes Quarter Mile Record at 221 MPH
InnovationApr 28

Ford's EV Mustang Smashes Quarter Mile Record at 221 MPH

Ford Racing's electric Mustang just tore down a quarter mile in 6.87 seconds at 221 mph, setting a new world record for electric vehicles. The 2,200-horsepower beast shows how far EV performance technology has come in just one year.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Ford's Electric Mustang Sets EV Record at 6.87 Seconds
InnovationApr 28

Ford's Electric Mustang Sets EV Record at 6.87 Seconds

Ford just built an electric dragster that tears through a quarter mile faster than any EV in history. The Mustang Cobra Jet 2200 blazed the track in 6.87 seconds at 221 miles per hour.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Ford's Electric Mustang Shatters Record at 6.87 Seconds
InnovationApr 27

Ford's Electric Mustang Shatters Record at 6.87 Seconds

Ford's newest electric drag racer just became the fastest EV on Earth, screaming through a quarter mile in 6.87 seconds at 221 mph. The breakthrough shows electric powertrains can now outpace anything on the strip.

Electrek2 min read
Electric Mustang Hits 222 MPH, Breaks Quarter-Mile Record
InnovationApr 28

Electric Mustang Hits 222 MPH, Breaks Quarter-Mile Record

Ford's all-electric Mustang Cobra Jet 2200 just became the quickest and fastest electric vehicle in quarter-mile drag racing history. The groundbreaking run hit 222.36 mph at North Carolina's zMAX Dragway, proving EVs can dominate the world's most demanding motorsport.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Electric Ford Saves Drivers $1,300 Yearly on Fuel Costs
VideosMay 28

Electric Ford Saves Drivers $1,300 Yearly on Fuel Costs

Switching from a gas Ford Escape to an electric Mustang Mach-E could save drivers over $1,300 annually in fuel costs. The difference becomes even more dramatic when electricity prices stay low and gas prices rise.

CleanTechnica2 min read
Ford EV Drivers Say They'll Never Go Back to Gas Cars
SolutionsFeb 4

Ford EV Drivers Say They'll Never Go Back to Gas Cars

Two lifelong Ford fans discovered electric vehicles and now refuse to return to gas engines. Their experiences highlight why EV drivers rarely switch back, even as Ford races to build more affordable options.

Electrek2 min read
Ford's $30K Electric Pickup Launches 2027
InnovationFeb 6

Ford's $30K Electric Pickup Launches 2027

Ford just previewed its most ambitious project yet: a spacious mid-size electric pickup starting around $30,000. The affordable EV, built on Ford's new Universal platform, aims to compete with lower-cost Chinese brands while offering more space than a Toyota RAV4.

Electrek2 min read
Ford Rehires 350 Veteran Engineers After AI Fails Quality
SolutionsJun 30

Ford Rehires 350 Veteran Engineers After AI Fails Quality

Ford brought back hundreds of experienced engineers after learning AI couldn't catch reliability problems that human expertise could spot. The move saved hundreds of millions and shot Ford from 10th to 1st place in quality rankings.

Fast Company2 min read
Ford Rehires 350 Veteran Engineers After AI Falls Short
InnovationJun 29

Ford Rehires 350 Veteran Engineers After AI Falls Short

Ford brought back 350 experienced engineers after automated quality systems couldn't match human expertise. The move is saving the company hundreds of millions in warranty costs and just helped Ford earn the top quality ranking among mainstream car brands.

TechCrunch2 min read
Ford Rehires 300 Engineers After AI Quality Checks Fall Short
SolutionsJun 29

Ford Rehires 300 Engineers After AI Quality Checks Fall Short

Ford brought back over 300 veteran quality inspectors after discovering that artificial intelligence couldn't match the skill and expertise of experienced human engineers. The move helped Ford reclaim its spot as America's top mainstream automaker for quality.

BBC Technology3 min read
Ford Escape Returns in 2029 as Affordable Electric SUV
InnovationMay 31

Ford Escape Returns in 2029 as Affordable Electric SUV

Ford is bringing back its popular Escape crossover in 2029, but this time it's going all-electric with a mission to make EVs affordable for everyday families. The move could transform one of America's most competitive vehicle segments while giving the automaker a fresh start in the electric market.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Ford's $30K Electric Truck Arrives 2027
InnovationJul 9

Ford's $30K Electric Truck Arrives 2027

Ford is bringing an affordable electric pickup to market in 2027, with a starting price around $30,000 that could make EVs accessible to millions more Americans. The truck, likely called the Ranchero, promises the practicality of a cargo bed with more interior space than a Toyota RAV4.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Ford Launches 5 Affordable Vehicles Under $40K by 2030
InnovationFeb 7

Ford Launches 5 Affordable Vehicles Under $40K by 2030

Ford just announced plans to fill American factories with five brand-new affordable vehicles by 2030, all priced under $40,000. The lineup includes an electric pickup starting at just $30,000, marking a major shift toward making EVs accessible to everyday drivers.

Electrek2 min read
Ford Fiesta May Return as Affordable Electric Car
InnovationMay 18

Ford Fiesta May Return as Affordable Electric Car

The UK's beloved Ford Fiesta, discontinued in 2023, could be making a comeback as an affordable electric vehicle. Ford's European president strongly hinted the iconic name will return as part of a major shift back to building cars for everyday drivers.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Ford's $30K Electric Pickup Hits US Markets Next Year
InnovationFeb 7

Ford's $30K Electric Pickup Hits US Markets Next Year

Ford is betting big on affordable electric vehicles with a new mid-sized pickup launching next year at just $30,000. The automaker is investing $5 billion and creating 4,000 jobs to build what CEO Jim Farley calls one of the most important projects in company history.

Google News - Electric Vehicle3 min read
Golfer Nasa Hataoka Aces Hole, Wins Ford Bronco
SportsMar 29

Golfer Nasa Hataoka Aces Hole, Wins Ford Bronco

Professional golfer Nasa Hataoka scored a rare hole-in-one during the third round of the Ford Championship and drove away with a brand new Ford Bronco. The ace added excitement to an already thrilling tournament weekend.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
Ford's $30K Electric Pickup Arrives in 2027
SolutionsJul 15

Ford's $30K Electric Pickup Arrives in 2027

Ford is launching the Ranchero, an affordable electric pickup truck starting at $30,000 in 2027. The compact crew-cab aims to make electric vehicles accessible to everyday drivers who've been priced out of the EV market.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
1966 Mustang Runs Tesla Self-Driving for $40K
VideosMay 2

1966 Mustang Runs Tesla Self-Driving for $40K

A California auto shop owner spent two years and $40,000 converting a classic Ford Mustang into a fully electric Tesla with working self-driving software. The project proves Tesla's advanced technology can work in vehicles it was never designed for.

Electrek3 min read
Ford's $30K Electric Truck Arrives in 2027
InnovationFeb 18

Ford's $30K Electric Truck Arrives in 2027

Ford is using Formula One physics and a creative "bounty" system to build affordable electric vehicles that actually make money. Their new approach could finally bring a $30,000 electric truck to American driveways.

Google News - Business3 min read

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