Tag : Ford
Fleet World Fleet: Ford Kuga PHEV
After a few chilly weeks testing the Kuga, Nat Barnes is enthralled by the Quickclear heated front windscreen, not so pleased with the parcel shelf…
Fleet World Fleet: Ford Kuga PHEV
Nat Barnes heads behind the wheel of the Ford Kuga PHEV for three months to assess its family- and fleet-friendly credentials.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Ford Transit Custom Nugget campervan
Undeterred by the cold weather snap, Al Suttie travels some of the UK’s highways and byways to assess the Ford Transit Custom’s switch to lifestyle campervan … Read More »
Suttie’s seven days… with a Ford Fiesta Active X
Ford’s rugged and well-specced Fiesta Active X gets a seven-day perusal by FW road tester Alisdair Suttie.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Ford Puma ST
Our man embraces his inner hot hatch hooligan with the 200hp Ford Puma ST.
Ford brain research could help detect driver distraction faster
Ford is working with neuroscientists to develop a faster and more effective way to detect when drivers are tired, distracted or not concentrating.
Ford builds Mustang Mach-E police concept
Ford has developed a full ‘blue light’ livery test version of its Mustang Mach-E electric SUV after considerable interest from UK police forces looking for greener … Read More »
Road Test: Ford Fiesta ST-Line X 1.0L EcoBoost MHEV 155PS
Mild hybrid has no effect on the Fiesta’s popular, fine driving formula, finds Martyn Collins.
Road Test: Ford Mustang Mach-E
Martyn Collins finds there’s not much Mustang in Ford’s first EV – but it’s still a great drive with affordable BiK and impressive range.
Ford tie-up with Google to power connected vehicle technologies
Ford is partnering with Google to “reinvent connected vehicle customer experiences” and to accelerate its transformation plan under a new six-year tie-up.
Lisa Brankin named Ford of Britain MD
Lisa Brankin is to become managing director of Ford of Britain and Ireland from 1 November 2020.
Masternaut partners with Ford on fleet management services
Masternaut is to provide fleet operators with comprehensive new data services under a Europe-wide deal with Ford.
First Drive: Ford Kuga
Is an SUV foot print, combined with Focus underpinnings and plug-in hybrid tech, a happy combination? Martyn Collins finds out…
Ford and Volkswagen expand global cooperation
Ford and Volkswagen have signed agreements to expand their global cooperation to bring customers new commercial, electric and autonomous vehicles.
Road Test: Ford Mondeo Titanium Edition Hybrid Estate
Martyn Collins wonders if estate practicality and a minor facelift is enough to save the Mondeo?
Ford Mustang Mach-E blends +370-mile range with 465hp muscle
Ford has unveiled its Mustang Mach-E SUV; a major part of its electrification offensive and a potential Tesla Model Y rival.
Ford reveals pricing for new Puma
Ford has announced pricing for its new Puma crossover, which arrives in the UK at the start of 2020.
Avis ties up with Ford to connect 14,000 vehicles in rental fleet
Avis Budget Group is connecting more than 14,000 Ford vehicles in its European fleet, bringing a number of benefits to customers.
Ford ties up with Centrica for cheaper EV charging
Ford is partnering with British Gas parent Centrica to offer cheaper EV charging in the UK and Ireland as it ramps up its electric vehicle plans … Read More »
Ford to launch Volkswagen-based electric car in 2023 under expanded alliance
Ford and Volkswagen are to invest billions in advancing electric and self-driving car developments under an enhanced global collaboration.
WATCH LIVE: Volkswagen and Ford to expand alliance
Volkswagen and Ford are set to expand their global alliance today, with the expectation that the two companies will form a synergy on electric vehicles.
First Drive: Ford Focus ST
The hottest Focus yet with an ST badge on the boot has big hot hatch shoes to fill. Martyn Collins reckons it’s well up to the … Read More »
Ford’s Bridgend engine plant to close in 2020
Ford has begun a consultation on the closure of its Bridgend engine plant in Wales, which could close by September 2020, risking the loss of 1,700 … Read More »
Road Test: Ford Focus Active
A little extra height turns Ford’s popular hatch and estate into a soft-roading crossover, finds Craig Thomas.
Ford partners with Rivian to develop new electric vehicle
Ford is to invest $500m (£387m / €448m) in US electric vehicle start-up Rivian in a deal that will also see the two firms work together … Read More »
Road Test: Ford Edge
Ford’s US-originated large SUV gets a new diesel powerplant to help make it more relevant, says Craig Thomas.
Fleet World Fleet: Ford S-Max ST-Line 2.0 EcoBlue
In his final report, Alex Grant figures which S-Max model is the best deal.
Addison Lee shifts from Ford to Volkswagen for latest fleet deal
Addison Lee Group is investing £41m in a 1,200 Volkswagen Sharan fleet, marking a shift from the existing Ford Galaxy specified two years ago.
Ford to launch first hybrid Mondeo Estate
Ford will launch a petrol hybrid version of the Mondeo estate, as part of an ‘enhanced range’ due next year.
Road Test: Ford Ecosport ST-Line 1.0 EcoBoost (140PS)
Ford hopes to add a bit of Fiesta appeal to its sportiest compact SUV, explains Alex Grant.
