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April 11, 2013

Ford to Debut New 1.5L EcoBoost Engine in Fusion in U.S. - Industry News

<p>Ford's plans to debut its new 1.5L EcoBoost four-cylinder engine in China and then bring it to the North American market as an option for the Fusion later this year. Photo courtesy Ford Motor Co.</p>

Although the engine is slated to appear first in the Mondeo in China, which will debut at the Auto Shanghai 2013 show, it will appear in the Fusion in North America this year.

Tags: four-cylinder, EcoBoost, Ford Fusion, Ford Motor Co.

January 24, 2013

Ford Fusion and Fusion Hybrid Earn NHTSA's Top Vehicle Safety Rating - Industry News

The 2013 Fusion and Fusion Hybrid received the top Overall Vehicle Score in NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) testing, which combines vehicle performance in frontal and side-impact crash tests and resistance to rollover.

Tags: Ford Motor Co., Ford Fusion, Ford Fusion Hybrid, NHTSA, five-star ratings, 2013-MY

December 20, 2012

Ford Says 2013-MY Fusion Has Lower Rear-End Collision Repair Costs - Industry News

When a low-speed impact occurs, Ford said it designed the rear panel to absorb the brunt of the force, adding that it first used this design on the European-market Mondeo.

Tags: collision repair, Ford Fusion, 2013-MY, Ford Motor Co., accident cost

December 4, 2012

Green Car Journal Names 2013 Ford Fusion ‘Green Car of the Year’ - Industry News

<p>2013-MY Ford Fusion Energi</p>

The Fusion competed among finalists including the 2013 Dodge Dart Aero, Ford C-MAX, Mazda CX-5 SKYACTIV and the Toyota Prius c.

Tags: Ford Fusion, Green Car of the Year, Ford Fusion Hybrid, 2013-MY, Ford Motor Co., LA Auto Show, Ford Fusion Energi

November 13, 2012

IIHS Names 2013 Ford Fusion Top Safety Pick - Industry News

<p>The 2013-MY Ford Fusion.</p>

The 2013-MY Ford Fusion achieved a "Good" rating in IIHS’ offset frontal impact, side impact, dynamic head restraint and roof strength testing procedures.

Tags: IIHS, Ford Fusion, IIHS Top Safety Pick, 2013-MY, Ford Motor Co.

September 5, 2012

Ford Survey: Drivers Want Safety Features that Bolster Awareness of Hazards - Industry News

The survey found that the vast majority of drivers are interested in getting some extra assist features in their next vehicle to help them avoid potential accidents.

Tags: vehicle safety technology, Ford Fusion, 2013-MY, Ford Motor Co., driver assistance systems

April 10, 2012

Ford Says Auto Start-Stop Boosts Fuel Economy 3.5% on Average - Industry News

<p>The 2013-MY Ford Fusion at the Ford fleet preview. You can read a blog about the event <a href="http://www.businessfleet.com/Blog/Auto-Focus/Story/2012/03/Ford-Previews-Fleet-Vehicles-for-2012-and-Beyond.aspx">here</a>.</p>

The automaker said that the option, available on the 2013-MY Fusion, will pay for itself due to the provided fuel savings.

Tags: Ford Fusion, 2013-MY, Auto Start/Stop

February 9, 2012

Ford Adds SYNC as Standard Equipment on Fusion and Flex - Industry News

<p>The all-new 2013-MY Ford Fusion.</p>

DEARBORN, MI - Starting with the Fusion and Flex, Ford said it projects 9 million more SYNC-powered vehicles over the next three years.

Tags: SYNC, hands-free, Ford Fusion, smartphone, 2013-MY, MyFord Touch, Ford Fusion Energi

January 9, 2012

Ford Debuts New Fusion at Detroit Auto Show - Industry News

<p>Derrick Kuzak, Group Vice President, Global Product Development, Ford Motor Company speaks with journalists from around the world at the North American International Auto Show. Ford today introduced its new 2013 Ford Fusion, center, 2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid, left, and 2013 Fusion Energi, right.</p>

DETROIT – Ford unveiled its all-new Fusion at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The new sedan will come in a number of different models, with two EcoBoost four-cylinder versions, a normally aspirated four-cylinder, a hybrid model, and a plug-in hybrid version.

Tags: Ford Fusion, Ford Fusion Hybrid, 2013-MY, Ford Motor Co., North American International Auto Show, Detroit Auto Show, Ford Fusion Energi

December 30, 2011

Ford to Offer Lane Keeping System on New Fusion - Industry News

<p>Ford's Lane Keeping System.</p>

DEARBORN, MI - LKS uses a digital camera mounted on the windshield (in front of the rearview mirror) that allows the Fusion to watch the road ahead to detect an unintentional lane departure.

Tags: Ford Fusion, 2013-MY

May 3, 2011

Ford Fleet Sales Rise in April - Industry News

DEARBORN, MI – Ford numbers for the month of April showed strong growth in sales of commercial vehicles to fleet customers.

Tags: Ford F-150, Ford Focus, fleet sales, Ford Fiesta, Ford Fusion, 2011-MY, Ford Econoline

November 19, 2009

MOTOR TREND Names 2010 Ford Fusion Car of the Year - Industry News

The Fusion bested a field of 23 contenders - including the Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, BMW 7 Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class - to win the prominent award.

Tags: award, Ford Fusion

August 6, 2009

Ford Fusion Hybrid Named Consumer Reports' Top Domestic Sedan - Industry News

Essentially tied with the Toyota Camry Hybrid, the Fusion Hybrid achieved an excellent 34 mpg overall in CR's fuel economy test.

Tags: Consumer Reports, Ford Fusion

October 30, 2008

Ford Introduces 2010 Ford Fusion - Industry News

New gas engines offer more power. Six-speed transmissions offer up to a 10 percent fuel economy improvement.

Tags: fuel, Ford Fusion, gas engine

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