The New Ford C-Max Hybrid

Posted on May 15, 2013 by PGI Auto

The new Ford C-Max in Lynnwood has a revolutionary electric vehicle as part of its lineup. The 2013 Ford C-Max Energi Plug-In Hybrid is the product of years of innovative electrified research and development. Ford has created electric motors that are more powerful, last longer, are lighter and less expensive to make than ever before. This means they are able to provide the U.S. with a rechargeable and refuelable hatchback, for little more than $33K.

The C-Max Energi Plug-In Hybrid starts out using its 7.6-kWh lithium-ion battery pack for electric-only driving. After the battery uses up what it has to completely propel the C-Max, the four-cylinder gas engine will kick in, allowing the C-Max Energi to drive in hybrid fashion.

The Environmental Protection Agency has given the 2013 Ford C-Max Energi an official rating of 44 MPG in the city and 41 MPG on the highway. This is similar to the regular C-Max, though the Energi version uses much less fuel.

For more information about the C-Max, or to take a look at any Ford vehicle, contact Harris Ford.

The Upcoming Ford Mustang

Posted on May 7, 2013 by PGI Auto

Ford Fusion in Lynnwood Wins Green Car Award

Posted on April 15, 2013 by PGI Auto

Recently, the Ford Fusion in Lynnwood was given the Canadian Green Car Award in Toronto, Canada. Several vehicles were reviewed and judged by a panel of experts making up the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada. 5 finalists were chosen from a collection of fifteen vehicles deemed environmentally beneficial.

“We are extremely proud that the 2013 Ford Fusion hybrid has been honoured by our country’s top automotive journalists as the recipient of the inaugural Canadian Green Car Award,” Steve Ross, Ford of Canada’s product marketing manager of sustainability and electrification, told media. “The Fusion hybrid is an important vehicle in the Ford line-up, delivering leading fuel-economy, innovative technologies and a sleek, desirable design for eco-conscious consumers.”

Judges took into consideration fuel economy, emission level and other environmental friendly features, like the use of recycled or recyclable materials. They also took into account the quality of the vehicle and its overall features.

For more information about the Fusion, or to take a look at any Ford vehicle, contact Harris Ford.

Ford Focus Becomes World’s Best-Seller

Posted on April 7, 2013 by PGI Auto

One automotive research firm recently announced that the Ford Focus is officially the best-selling car for 2012. The automaker sold over 1.02 million Focus units last year, beating out the Toyota Corolla by nearly 150K units. Toyota denies the claim that the Corolla is not the best seller, as they count all Corolla-based vehicles like the Auris and Verso.

Tom Libby, a spokesperson from the automotive research firm R.L. Polk, told media, “Ford has been among the leaders in Europe for a long time and the Focus and the Fiesta have traditionally done well there. A resurgence in the U.S. with passenger cars has helped Ford too.”

Sales of the 2013 Ford Focus in Lynnwood have risen across the globe. Some markets are reporting a 40%-50% increase in sales over the past year. With a high reliability rating and plenty of style, the Focus will continue to become increasingly popular.

For more information about the Focus, or to take a look at any Ford vehicle, contact Harris Ford.

Ford Trucks See Big Gains In U.S. Market

Posted on March 21, 2013 by PGI Auto

The Ford F-Series has been America’s favorite truck for the past three decades. It’s safe to say, that when it comes to trucks, Ford knows exactly what to deliver to the U.S., populated by people who know exactly what they want from their vehicles.

This year has been a big year for the truck market, with plenty of redesigns and new concepts making their debut during the beginning of the year. The end result is huge numbers in sales and profits from the new Ford truck in Lynnwood, and plenty more to come.

A company called Citi Research have predicted that U.S.-based automaker pickup trucks will make the highest percentage of market gains until 2015. Ford will see the biggest chunk of this, especially with the 2013 Ford F-150, and even more if they decide to make the Ford Atlas a production model available in the U.S.

For more information about Ford trucks, or to take a look at any Ford vehicle, contact Harris Ford.

New Ford Fiesta ST Deemed World’s Fastest Small Car

Posted on March 14, 2013 by PGI Auto

The upcoming Ford Fiesta ST has been named the fastest small car on the planet. Every year, Ford improves their vehicles, making them more powerful and more fuel-efficient, while upgrading tech and other in-car systems. For the new Ford Fiesta in Lynnwood, this new ST version will have 20% more power and fuel-economy than the outgoing model.

This performance based Ford Fiesta can get to 62 MPH in under 7 seconds and has a top speed of 137. For a small four-cylinder production hatch that can deliver over 47 MPG, it has yet been unheard of. The turbocharged EcoBoost engine will have 197 horsepower and 214 lb ft of torque.

The Ford Fiesta is one of the most popular small cars in the world, providing the right amount of quickness, safety, fuel-efficiency, in-car technology and smooth driving. Ford’s sales numbers are ever-increasing, and we see no signs of those numbers diminishing any time soon.

For more information about the Fiesta, or to take a look at any Ford vehicle, contact Harris Ford.

The 2013 Ford C-Max Energi Plug-In Hybrid

Posted on March 7, 2013 by PGI Auto

For more information about the C-Max, or to take a look at any Ford vehicle, contact Harris Ford.

Ford AWD Sales Up 72%

Posted on February 28, 2013 by PGI Auto

All-wheel-drive vehicles are becoming increasingly popular, accounting for 20% of new vehicle sales in 2012. The Pacific Northwest in particular is seeing a surge of vehicles equipped with AWD systems. Ford reports a surge in AWD sales, totaling a 72% rise in sales since 2009. This is 53% more than the industry average rise in sales.

“All-wheel drive acceptance continues to grow in the East and Great Lakes regions, as expected, but nationwide AWD sales have grown, particularly in the Pacific Northwest over the past six years,” Erich Merkle, Ford sales analyst, told media.

New Ford SUV in Seattle AWD vehicles can easily handle the rough weather the Pac NW likes to throw at it. Washington is also home to many outdoors areas that require all-wheel-drive vehicles for full access. Ford’s new intelligent AWD system is offered on the Edge, Escape, Explorer, Flex, Fusion and Taurus.

For more information about these vehicles, or to take a look at any Ford vehicle, contact Harris Ford.

The 2013 Ford Escape

Posted on February 19, 2013 by PGI Auto

The Ford Escape has always been heralded as one of the best crossover SUVs on the market. It first earned its notoriety by revolutionizing the hybrid engine and becoming one of the most fuel-efficient SUVs available in the world. Now, with its new redesign, the 2013 Ford Escape is not only fuel-efficient and versatile, but it’s stylish and full of the highest in automotive in-car tech.

Earning the title ‘Best Compact SUV For the Money’ from US News, the new Ford Escape in Lynnwood has been placed at the very top of the Affordable Compact SUV list; a list that contains over 20 models available in the U.S.

In their review of the new Ford Escape in Seattle, US News states, “Gone is the boxy Escape, and in its place is a curvy crossover that many reviewers say is a top choice in the class for being practical, high-tech and fun to drive.”

For more information about the Escape, or to take a look at any Ford vehicle, contact Harris Ford.

Ford Expands In-Car Entertainment

Posted on February 14, 2013 by PGI Auto

Ford has recently announced the arrival of the Amazon Cloud Player streaming service available through Ford’s SYNC infotainment system. The Cloud Player app can be accessed through the driver’s smartphone, which then streams music through the SYNC system. The driver can then use the SYNC voice command or press-button controls.

For now, all vehicles equipped with Ford’s SYNC Applink have access to this technology. You can find the SYNC infotainment system in most new Ford in Lynnwood, including the 2013 models Fiesta, Focus, Mustang, Fusion, Expedition and the ever-popular F-150 pickup truck. Ford’s new C-Max Hybrid is also equipped with this cutting edge technology.

The Amazon Cloud Player App for the Ford SYNC is currently only available for Android smartphones, though may expand to other smartphone operating systems at a later date. For now, Ford infotainment system offers the most in ways of music streaming and the latest in all in-car technology.

For more information about Ford tech, or to take a look at any Ford vehicle, contact Harris Ford.