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China Ford Sales Rise in June

<p> Chinese Ford sales saw a steady rise in June, ending a very impressive first half for 2016 in the world largest automotive market. </p><br>

<p> Total sales increased by 2.5% between June 2015 and June 2016, while Ford sold a total of 577, 097 last month along—a first half sales increase of 6%.</p><br>

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China Ford Sales Rise in June

<p> Chinese Ford sales saw a steady rise in June, ending a very impressive first half for 2016 in the world largest automotive market. </p><br>

<p> Total sales increased by 2.5% between June 2015 and June 2016, while Ford sold a total of 577, 097 last month along—a first half sales increase of 6%.</p><br>

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The F-150 Dominates Roads and Social Media

<p> In June, the F-150 bet out all other pickups in Twitter engagement, making this one of the most talked-about trucks online. </p><br>

 

<p> Ironically, despite Chevrolet’s aggressive campaign ads targeting the F-150’s aluminum bed toughness, the Silverado didn’t even make the top five—coming behind the Toyota Tacoma, Toyota Tundra, RAM 1500, and the RAM 2500. </p><br>

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Ford Escape Integrates Into Largest Escape the Room NYC Game Ever

Somewhere in New York City right now people are putting the finishing touches on the largest real-life Escape the Room game ever built. The venue is Moynihan Station in Midtown Manhattan, 35,000 square feet of drivable course -- about 50 times larger than a typical game, according to Escape the Room NYC owner and puzzle designer, Victor Blake.

In a typical game, players are trapped in a locked room, and have to work...

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Autotrader Flips its Wig for Whimsical 2016 Ford Flex

As an amalgamation of a wagon and an SUV, the 2016 Ford Flex is a full-size crossover that completely defies convention. Whereas most others are carbon copies of one another, the Flex forges forward, insistent on creating its own lane.

So, with that in mind, we ask that you now turn your attention to the video below. Team up with Autotrader personality, Jabari Jones, as he delineates some of the Flex's many winning qualities:

While we've little doubt the Flex's 287-horsepower entry-level engine will meet the needs of most motorists, we also recognize that others will want…

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Southeast Michigan Salvation Army to Receive Custom Ford Transit Van in Support of Disaster Relief Efforts

The Salvation Army Eastern Michigan Division Emergency Disaster Services’ canteen fleet is receiving a much-needed boost from The Ford Motor Company. Yesterday, the automaker announced that it will donate a fully customized Ford Transit van which will serve as a disaster response unit in various emergency situations...

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Ford Mustang is Truly a Cultural Icon

Do not pass go, do not collect $200, just check out this cool addition to the cultural behemoth, Monopoly. The 2016 Ford Mustang will be donating its likeness to the Monopoly Empire version of the game, which is just like traditional Monopoly, except you purchase brands instead of property. Those players used to fighting over the coveted racecar token will have a new piece of metal to scrap over now.

 

 

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Ford Introduces Pothole Technology

Potholes are a real bummer. Sure, they make a ride less comfortable, but they also cause pricey vehicle damage. While we at Schmit Bros. Auto are always eager for you to visit our service center, if you can avoid it in the first place, that's cool too.

For these reasons, Ford has created advanced pothole-detecting technology for the all-new 2017 Ford Fusion Sport. Learn more about how this shock absorbing feature will help you avoid treacherous threats on the streets.

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Get to Know Warriors in Pink

Ford is determined to help people with breast cancer have more good days. Their mission statement? "Ford Motor Company has been in the fight against breast cancer for 21 years. From raising funds through our Warriors in Pink apparel, to raising awareness through unique media content, to giving breast cancer patients and survivors more good days – we are always looking for ways to help people go further."

 

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Where's Your Happy Place?

Spending time in nature is one of the best therapies out there—and it's free. So as the weather gets colder, Ford wants you to remember to get outside and explore every now and then. Take a drive out to your favorite spot or get lost and discover a new one... one that makes you pause for a moment, one that makes you experience that special sense of awe.

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