2011 Ford F-Series Super Duty Leading Concept and Technology

2011 Ford F-Series Super Duty Review Specs Prices and Pictures

All-new powertrains, class-leading fuel economy, towing and payload capability and new productivity enhancing technology highlight the all-new 2011 Ford F-Series Super Duty. Both the new diesel and gasoline engines produce best-in-class torque and horsepower. Each is mated to an all-new TorqShift six-speed automatic transmission. The diesel pickup has 20 percent better fuel economy, and the gas pickup has 15 percent better fuel economy compared with the outgoing product.

2011 Ford F-Series Super Duty

A new 4.2-inch LCD (liquid crystal display) productivity screen gives users menu options that display information related to fuel economy, off-road performance and towing guidance. A detailed towing guidance tutorial checklist that supports conventional, fifth-wheel and gooseneck options is available.

Ford Work Solutions and Ford SYNC make the Super Duty owner more productive. Ford Work Solutions features an in-dash computer that provides full high-speed Internet and wireless accessories, including a printer; Tool Link, a radio-frequency identification (RFID) asset tracking system that enables customers to maintain a real-time inventory of tools and equipment in the vehicle; Crew Chief, a telematics and diagnostics system to inform fleet managers of their vehicles’ location and maintenance needs; and a Cable Lock System to secure large tools and equipment in the cargo area. SYNC has been expanded to include Traffic, Directions and Information, further extending the capability of this industry-leading voice-activated information and entertainment technology.

2011 Ford F-Series Super Duty

2011 Ford F-Series Super Duty New Diesel Engine. Designed, engineered and manufactured by Ford, the all-new 6.7-liter Power Stroke V8 turbocharged diesel engine combines best-in-class torque and horsepower with class-leading fuel economy. That performance is backed by a testing regimen specifically designed for this engine  incorporating Ford’s best global diesel testing practices and development procedures – to ensure the highest customer satisfaction. The engine, its components and its systems were pushed beyond what even the most extreme-use customer might dish out.

Designed, engineered and manufactured by Ford, the all-new 6.7-liter Power Stroke V8 turbocharged diesel engine combines best-in-class torque and horsepower with class-leading fuel economy. That performance is backed by a testing regimen specifically designed for this engine – incorporating Ford’s best global diesel testing practices and development procedures to ensure the highest customer satisfaction. The engine, its components and its systems were pushed beyond what even the most extreme-use customer might dish out.

2011 Ford F-Series Super Duty

 2011 Ford F-Series Super Duty New Transmission. Managing the power flow is the all-new 6R140 heavy-duty TorqShift six-speed automatic transmission. The new transmission enables segment-exclusive Live Drive Power Take Off (PTO) for the Power Stroke, allowing customers to power auxiliary equipment.
The transmission features SelectShift Automatic™ functionality, which includes both Progressive Range Select and manual function. Progressive Range Select allows customers to reduce the range of available gears while in Drive. For full manual function, customers can pull the shift lever into “M” and select the gear desired. The control system locks the torque converter and holds the gear.

The 2011 Ford F-Series Super Duty contains a wealth of new technologies – from all-new powertrains to software designed to take full advantage of the truck’s continuing best-in-class towing and payload capability so customers can get the job done efficiently. Ford research shows that 97 percent of Super Duty customers tow, underscoring the importance of the new Super Duty’s best-in-class towing capability.

2011 Ford F-Series Super Duty

 The 2011 Super Duty also offers more towing from inside the bed. New is the first-ever factory-installed and warranted fifth-wheel and gooseneck substructure directly attached to the frame. The electrical connection is mounted in the side of the bed wall, providing a clean installation.

The New Concept 2011 Ford F-Series Super Duty Trailer Sway Control.  
Ford’s lauded trailer sway control (TSC) system joins the Super Duty lineup, giving those customers segment-first capability. TSC is integrated with AdvanceTrac with RSC (Roll Stability Control™), which now is standard on all single-rear-wheel (SRW) configurations. The AdvanceTrac control module uses additional software to monitor the truck’s motion when a trailer is attached. Trailer sway control can determine from the yaw motion of the truck if the trailer is swaying and take measures such as applying precise braking or reducing engine torque – to help reduce the trailer sway.

For further peace of mind, the available integrated trailer brake controller, factory-installed and covered by a Ford limited warranty, offers smoother and safer operation due to its ability to interface with multiple vehicle systems. Normal braking is proportional to driver brake pressure for smooth brake stops at all speeds. If the vehicle’s Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) is engaged, the special trailer brake kicks in to minimize the potential for trailer wheel lockup. In Super Duty trucks with trailer brake control towing trailers with electric brakes, the Ford system can, during a sway event, also apply brakes to the trailer to help stabilize it.

Vital Stats

Powertrains: 6.7-liter Power Stroke V8 turbocharged diesel engine, 400 hp @ 2,800 rpm, 800 lb.-ft. torque @ 1,600 rpm; 6.2-liter V8 gasoline engine, 385 hp @ 5,500 rpm, 405 lb.-ft. torque @ 4,500 rpm; 6R140 heavy-duty TorqShift six-speed automatic transmissionFuel economy: N/A; class not certified by EPAProduction location: Kentucky Truck Plant, Louisville, Ky.

2011 Ford F-Series Super Duty Prices MSRP: Starting at $28,020

2011 Ford Super Duty World Truck Technologies

The 2011 Ford Super Duty uses several technologies to make the ultimate work truck even more productive. Using technologies of Ford’s AdvanceTrac with RSC (Roll Stability Control), the driver can control the speed of hill descent without applying the brakes, even in reverse. The speed is set for the truck to descend a hill by pushing a button, allowing the driver to concentrate on driving rather than modulating the brakes on a steep decline. First used on the 2010 F-150 SVT Raptor.

2011 Ford Super Duty

 2011 Ford Super Duty the 6.2-liter 16-valve V8 replaces the 5.4-liter. It's rated 385 hp at 5500 rpm and 405 lb-ft at 4500 rpm of torque. It's mated to Ford's new Torqshift six-speed automatic transmission. Even with the higher displacement, Ford said it managed to improve fuel economy by 15 percent. The optional diesel engine is the big story at Ford. Divorced from Navistar as its diesel supplier, Ford developed its own new Powerstroke engine. The diesel is rated at 390 hp at 2800 rpm and 735 lb-ft. of torque at 1600 rpm. Ford Super Duty conventional towing for the flex-fuel spark-ignition SD maxes out at 15,000 pounds of trailer weight. The Powerstroke diesel maxes out at 16,000 for the F-450 4x4 Crew Cab. That's for hitch-mounted trailers. Use a fifth-wheel trailer that connects to the bed above the rear axle and the Powerstroke tops out at 24,400 pounds. Maximum payload rating for the flex-fuel SD is 4600 pounds, and the max for the Powerstroke diesel is 6520.

2011 Ford Super Duty

The New Generation 2011 Ford Super Duty Hill Start Assist. Prevents a vehicle from rolling back on a grade by maintaining brake pressure until the engine delivers enough torque to move the vehicle up the hill, providing improved driver confidence, comfort and safety. Works the same way if the vehicle is nose down on an incline. As the driver transitions to the accelerator pedal, the brake pressure is relieved in a controlled manner.

2011 Ford Super Duty Electronic Locking Differential. Electronic locking differential provides additional off-road capability, allowing Ford Super Duty to retain optimal traction and maintain its momentum. Switch-controlled, the system offers the driver control over the differential locking system, which means not having to slow to a crawl or stop the truck to engage. Using a true mechanical connection to lock the left and right axle shafts together so that both turn at the same speed, the feature maximizes traction capability at the wheel. The feature also will stay locked during forward and reverse maneuvers, ensuring sure-footed behavior during the most severe off-road maneuvers.

2011 Ford Super Duty

LCD Productivity Screen

New available 4.2-inch LCD Productivity Screen has six basic menus to help customers track their fuel, control features, engage unique truck applications and make decisions with respect to their towing needs; a towing connection checklist is also included. The message center also helps customers make the best use of the capabilities of the new TorqShift® six-speed automatic transmission, including SelectShift™ functionality. Customers can use the Progressive Range Select feature, for example, to limit the shift range of gears.

2011 Ford Super Duty

Trailer Sway Control

Trailer Sway Control uses the technologies of Ford’s AdvanceTrac with RSC (Roll Stability Control) to provide an additional layer of confidence and control while towing. When the system detects the trailer yawing in one direction, it applies selective brake pressure on the tow vehicle’s opposite side called asymmetric braking. This creates counter-moments to the forces applied on the vehicle from the trailer, dampens the yaw motion and helps reduce the sway. Trailer Sway Control also can reduce engine power as part of its trailer-sway mitigation strategy. Designed to work even when trailers have no braking systems, and requires no hardware to be added/adapted to the trailer.

2011 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor Super Rock Cross

The new 2011 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor engine 6.2-liter V8 is ready for the big time, Ford decided to drop the dated 5.4-liter engine altogether, making the 6.2-liter V8 standard for both the Supercab and SuperCrew models. This newly standard engine makes the F-150 SVT Raptor the most powerful half-ton pickup on the market. Ford says the 6.2-liter V8 improves the capability of the Raptor by giving customers new levels of capability by enabling low-speed maneuvers such as rock crawling, driving up a grade or accelerating through deep sand, which will now require much less throttle input because of the engine's increased torque.

2011 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor

  
2011 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor engineers were nearly obsessive about giving the longer, heavier SuperCrew the same driving feel as the original Raptor, and a day of testing on snow- and ice-coated roads and at a test track in far-northern Michigan proved they were successful. Spring and shock absorber rates were recalibrated, as were bushings and other lesser elements. The SuperCrew even uses a faster steering gear to offset the slower response of the longer chassis. Even in "professional driver, closed-course" situations (i.e., hooning about like a pack of juveniles on an icy test track in far-northern Michigan), the truck's 6200-pound curb weight never overwhelms its abilities. You can limit the range of gears the trans will choose in auto mode, blocking out sixth and fifth, say, or skipping second. With the electronics now in hand, it would be easy for Ford or SVT to use it with paddle shifters on other models or future Raptors.

2011 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor

LCD Productivity Screen
Visual data, text data and displays are presented in an engaging, easy-to-use manner. Each of the six base menu options can be customized by the user. Information on two trips available. Trip time and mileage. Gallons of fuel used and mpg.

Fuel economy: Up-to-the-second information

 Configurable fuel history can be broken down to three time periods. Five resets available to track fuel history. Fuel economy displays miles to empty, as well as average and instantaneous mpg.

2011 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor

2011 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor Interior And Navigation Control

 Specific to 2011 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor, this screen allows customers to access information about various features such as AdvanceTrac with RSC (Roll Stability Control), Hill Descent Control, off-road mode, electronic locking differential and the 4x4 system to help them make informed decisions on what technologies might be of use in a given situation. Off-road screen allows customers to see the side slope and grade angle of the vehicle during off-road maneuvers. Trailer tow customers can:
– Name and change a trailer, in order to track mileage and store gain settings via the trailer brake controller on the instrument panel
– Delete trailers
– Access information on specific features such as trailer brake controller and tow/haul mode
– Choose a type of trailer connected and go through a connection checklist.

Information: Navigate and view warnings

The system check screen displays information such as oil life, engine hours, engine idle hours and open doors. Warnings, such as “left rear door ajar,” can be displayed graphically. All-new messages and warnings include trailer sway control, Hill Descent Control and Tire Pressure Monitoring System. Show how many keys are programmed for MyKey (if equipped)

2011 Ford Ranger High Performance Engine

2011 Ford Ranger

Fuel efficiency, affordability and flexibility are all combined in the 2011 Ford Ranger, delivering a small pickup that’s big on value. Ranger has three trim levels – XL, XLT and Sport – that deliver an impressive array of optional equipment that enables compact truck customers to combine their wants and needs. Additionally, a Class III trailer hitch is standard across the line. For added entertainment on the road, XLT and Sport models also are available with SIRIUS Satellite Radio. Ranger also comes with an Anti-Lock Brake System and Ford’s exclusive AdvanceTrac with RSC (Roll Stability Control). The only available electronic stability control system with two gyroscopic effect sensors, AdvanceTrac with RSC measures vehicle motion about both the yaw and roll axes.

2011 Ford Ranger

2011 Ford Ranger Truck Fuel efficiency, affordability and flexibility are all combined in the 2011 Ford Ranger, delivering a small pickup that’s big on value. 2011 Ranger has three trim levels – XL, XLT and Sport that deliver an impressive array of optional equipment that enables compact truck customers to combine their wants and needs. Additionally, a Class III trailer hitch is standard across the line. For added entertainment on the road, XLT and Sport models also are available with SIRIUS Satellite Radio. Ranger also comes with an Anti-Lock Brake System and Ford’s exclusive AdvanceTrac with RSC (Roll Stability Control). The only available electronic stability control system with two gyroscopic effect sensors, Advance Trac with RSC measures vehicle motion about both the yaw and roll axes.

2011 Ford Ranger

The New 2011 Ford Ranger Engine Powertrain: 2.3-liter DOHC I-4, 143 hp @ 5,250 rpm, 154 lb.-ft. torque @ 3,750 rpm; 4.0-liter SOHC V6, 207 hp @ 5,250 rpm, 238 lb.-ft. torque @ 3,000 rpmSeries: XL, XLT, SportFuel economy: I-4: 22 mpg city/27mpg highway; V6: 16 mpg city/21 mpg highway Production location: Twin Cities Assembly Plant, St. Paul, Minn. MSRP: Starting at $18,655.

2011 Ford Ranger Interior

2011 Ford Ranger Truck Safety AdvanceTrac with RSC (Roll Stability Control) • Airbags, driver and front passenger seats • Seat-mounted side airbags • Personal Safety System, a suite of safety technologies, including dual-stage front airbags for the driver and front-seat passenger, seat belt pretensioners, load-limiting retractors, seat position sending and crash severity sensing • Tire Pressure Monitoring System • LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether Anchors for Children) • Side intrusion beams • Four-wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).

2011 Ford Ranger All Model Prices MSRP Starting at $18,655

2011 Ford Edge New Blind Spot Information System

2011 Ford Edge Reviews-Specs-Prices and Pictures

The New 2011 Ford Edge Behind the fresh face, a new 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 engine delivers 285 horsepower the best standard horsepower in the class. It also gives you 27 mpg hwy2 – maximum V6 mileage no one else can beat. Available all-new, industry-first My Ford Touch driver connect technology fully integrates your digital world with your vehicle. And the available new BLIS (Blind Spot Information System) and class-exclusive adaptive cruise control help you maneuver smarter. A crossover that does all this with inspiring handling and sportier looks than ever? Must be the new 2011 Ford Edge.

2011 Ford Edge

2011 Ford Edge with more power and mpg. Twin independent variable camshaft timing (Ti-VCT) on the new standard 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 engine helps Edge deliver maximum V6 efficiency and power no one in the class can beat. We’re talking 27 mpg hwy and best-in-class 285 horsepower, not to mention 253 lb.-ft. of torque. On top of all that, every Edge is equipped with a fully independent suspension that’s been retuned for even sharper handling. The available new 6-speed SelectShift AutomaticTM transmission is engineered to hold your manually selected gears for a truly engaging drive. Of course, you can also allow it to choose the best gear for you. Either way, you’re in for an exhilarating experience.

Powered by the latest version of our award-winning Ford SYNC system. The 2011 Edge is the first and only vehicle to bring you anything like it. Vibrant LCD screens. Intuitive controls. Voice activation. Together, they
make it easy to access your entertainment, phone, navigation and more. Available MyFord Touch features two 4.2-in screens in the gauge cluster, 5-way controls on the steering wheel, an 8-in. touch screen and an extensive media hub. It’s an innovative new way of interacting with your vehicle that allows you to keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road.

2011 Ford Edge

  
2011 Ford Edge Connects Your Worlds With Your Drive. Touch to activate. Touch again to dive deeper. It’s as easy as that. The available MyFord Touch system’s main categories Entertainment | Phone | Navigation | Climate – are color coded and instantly accessible by touching a corner from any screen. From placing a call to browsing music, MyFord Touch follows your lead. The fun begins at home where you can choose to display your favorite snapshot or fill the screen with hot-button shortcuts to the features you use most. You set it up however you want it to work. Here are just a few of the ways you can make it all yours.

The new 2011 Ford Edge Interior Feature The 5-way controls on the left side of your steering wheel operate the vibrant LCD screen to the left of the speedometer. It’s where you go to choose your display language, check your distance to empty and set numerous system preferences. All with your hands on the wheel. The most frequently used features of the available MyFord Touch system are repeated on the LCD screen to the right of the speedometer. So you can use the 5-way controls on the right side of the steering wheel, or voice commands if you prefer, to make adjustments while keeping your eyes on the road.

The available MyFord Touch system includes 2 USB ports, an SD card reader and audio/video input jacks. Use them to access your music, photos and video on compatible portable devices like thumb drives, media and DVD players, camcorders, hard drives and more. You can even plug in your video game console or use your air card to turn Edge into a mobile Wi-Fi hot-spot for your passengers. The latest version of our exclusive Ford SYNC Traffic, Directions and Information services allows you to listen to turn-by-turn directions and follow along on-screen with new graphic arrows, street names and distance markers. You can also get personalized traffic reports on demand, and set up customized text-message alerts to help you plan ahead.

2011 Ford Edge

Graceful new lines effortlessly guide your eye along the dashboard and down the flow-through center console,
merging into a singularly inviting interface. The new 2011 Ford Edge is designed to comfort like never before with supple leathers, new seat fabrics, softer trim materials and more padding at essential touch points. And for your ears: a new 390-watt Audio System from Sony is standard on Limited and Sport. Its unique Sony-designed finish panel features touchsensitive switches and is completely flat except for the multifunction dial. This system includes new HD RadioTM technology to deliver your favorite AM and FM channels, plus new local FM channels, in crystal-clear digital sound. With HD Radio, you can even use the “TAG” button on the touch screen to tag songs for purchase at the iTunes Store.

2011 Ford Edge Interior

New 2011 Ford Edge best-in-class 305 horsepower and 280 lb.-ft. of torque come courtesy of its all-new 3.7L Ti-VCT V6 engine. Racing-style paddle shifters provide ultimate control of its standard new 6-speed SelectShift Automatic transmission. A sport-tuned suspension helps it deliver the engaging steering and spirited handling you crave in the corners, while maintaining a comfortable ride overall. Outside, aggressive front and rear fascias combine with a bold Tuxedo Black Metallic grille, jaw-dropping 22-in. aluminum wheels, oval-shaped chrome exhaust tips and more to give Edge Sport a look that backs it all up.

Available adaptive cruise control and collision warning with brake support are smart new radar-based
technologies no other vehicle in the class offers. Adaptive cruise control uses forward radar to monitor traffic and can adjust your cruising speed to maintain a preset “headway” distance to the vehicle in front of you. Collision warning with brake support is designed to alert you if its sensors detect a potential collision with the car in front of you by flashing a warning across the windshield and sounding an alarm. Since early warning is key to helping prevent an accident, the alert can provide 1.5 to 2.5 seconds for you to hit the brakes. If you don’t react in time, it pre-charges the brakes and increases brake-assist sensitivity to provide full responsiveness when you brake.

The 2011 Ford Edge available new BLIS (Blind Spot Information System) with cross-traffic alert uses
sophisticated radar-based technology to detect vehicles in the surrounding lanes while you’re driving. If BLIS detects a vehicle in your blind-spot zones, a warning light appears in the appropriate sideview mirror. Cross-traffic alert uses similar technology to watch for traffic behind you while you’re slowly backing up. When it detects vehicles up to 15 yards away (about 5 parking spaces), it sends an audible warning, a message center alert, and a visual display in the corresponding mirror. New technology to help prevent a bad day.

2011 Ford Edge All Model Prices MSRP $27,515 - $38,375

2011 Ford Edge SE FWD             $27,5152011 Ford Edge SEL FWD           $30,5252011 Ford Edge SEL AWD          $32,3752011 Ford Edge Limited FWD     $34,5252011 Ford Edge Limited AWD     $36,3752011 Ford Edge Sport FWD        $36,5252011 Ford Edge Sport AWD        $38,375

2011 Ford Fiesta Stylish Dynamis Elegant

The Ford Fiesta followed tradition, with an end-on four-speed manual transmission mounted to a new version of the Ford Kent OHV engine, dubbed "Valencia" after the brand new Spanish factory in Almussafes, Valencia, developed especially to produce the new car. Ford's plants in Dagenham, England, and Saarlouis and Cologne (from 1979) in Germany, also manufactured Fiestas. To cut costs and speed up the research and development, many modified Kent engines destined for the Fiesta were tested in Fiat 127s - at the time considered the benchmark car in the class, with which the Fiesta shares styling similarities. This also allowed covert road testing across Europe. The Ford Fiesta was originally developed under the project name "Bobcat" and approved for development by Henry Ford 2 in September 1972. Development targets indicated a production cost US$100 less than the current Ford Escort. The car was to have a wheelbase longer than that of the Fiat 127, but with overall length shorter than that of Ford's Escort.

2011 Ford Fiesta

The all-new 2011 Ford Fiesta features a vibrant, expressive design and a global track record that redefines small car expectations for customers in North America. Available as a four-door sedan or five-door hatchback, the Fiesta offers 15 class-exclusive technologies and features, including highway fuel economy of 40 mpg, besting the Honda Fit, Nissan Versa and the Toyota Yaris and Corolla. The versatile Fiesta delivers best-in-class safety, convenience and connectivity with segment-exclusive SYNC voice-activated communications and entertainment technology.

2011 Ford Fiesta

The all-new 2011 Ford Fiesta features a vibrant, expressive design and a global track record that redefines small car expectations for customers in North America. Available as a four-door sedan or five-door hatchback, the Fiesta offers 15 class-exclusive technologies and features, including highway fuel economy of 40 mpg, besting the Honda Fit, Nissan Versa and the Toyota Yaris and Corolla. The versatile Fiesta delivers best-in-class safety, convenience and connectivity with segment-exclusive SYNC voice-activated communications and entertainment technology.

2011 Ford Fiesta

2011 Ford Fiesta Engine 1.6-liter Ti-VCT 1-4 engine. Driver’s side knee airbag. Easy Fuel (capless fuel filler) Integrated blind spot mirrors. 4-inch LCD multifunctional screen. Acoustic laminated windshield. Available SYNC voice-activated communications and entertainment system. Available power heated sideview mirrors with LED signal indicators. Available LED supplemental parking lamps. Available PowerShift six-speed automatic transmission.Available hill start assist. Available heated front seats. Available leather-trimmed seats. Interior fabric inserts include 25 percent recycled material. Seven available seat material color combinations. 40 mpg highway.

2011 Ford Fiesta

The new 2011 Ford Fiesta powered by a Duratec 1.6-liter inline four with a variable valve system called Ti-VCT, the Fiesta has 120 horsepower and 112 pound-feet of torque to shove its 2600-pound mass around. Accordingly, we estimate a zero-to-60 mph acceleration time in the 9-second vicinity, with a quarter-mile time around 17 seconds at almost 80 mph. Fuel economy figures have not been finalized, but Ford expects the Fiesta to achieve about 30 mpg in the city and 40 on the highway. While the standard transmission is a 5-speed manual with a reasonably slick and positive action, there is an optional dual-clutch automatic 5-speed that puts the Fiesta in pretty exotic company.


Powertrain: 1.6-liter Ti-VCT I-4, 120 hp @ 4,250 rpm, 112 lb.-ft. torque @ 5,000 rpmSeries: S, SE, SEL sedan, SES hatchbackFuel economy: 1.6-liter/five-speed manual: 28 mpg city/37 mpg highway; 1.6-liter/six-speed PowerShift automatic: 29 mpg city/40 mpg highwayProduction location: Cuautitlan Izcalli, Mexico MSRP: Starting at $13,995.

2011 Ford Fiesta Safety More than 50 percent of welded body made from high-strength steels. Ultra-strong boron steel in A- and B-pillars. Seven airbags – the most in the segment, including class-exclusive driver’s knee airbag. “Smart” Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) to personalize protection deployment. AdvanceTrac electronic stability control. Rear door child safety locks. Height-adjustable retractable seat belts with pretensioners. Four-wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). Tire Pressure Monitoring System.

2011 Ford Fiesta All Model Prices MSRP    $13,320 - $17,520

2011 Ford Fiesta S Sedan                   $13,320
2011 Ford Fiesta SE Sedan                $14,520
2011 Ford Fiesta SE Hatchback        $15,520
2011 Ford Fiesta SEL Sedan             $16,620
2011 Ford Fiesta SES Hatchback     $17,520

Shelby adds SCCA-ready version to the GT350 Mustang prices and specification

Shelby adds SCCA-ready version to the GT350 Mustang prices and specification
Shelby American has added a normally aspirated version to the 2011 Shelby GT350 lineup. Shedding off the supercharger to abide by the SCCA regulations, the Mustang-based model still keeps intact the full brake, suspension and aerodynamics package.

2011 Ford F-150 pictures gallery and performance previews

2011 Ford F-150 pictures gallery and performance previews
The Ford recall of 144,000 F-150 pick-up trucks sold in the 2005 and 2006 model years is due to inadvertent airbag deployment.nformation about Recalling Ford Door handles for their F150. Ford will recall regarding 280, 000 F-150 vehicles built between 1/18/2008 as well as 11/30/2009 to examine interior door deals with.

2011 Ford Taurus pictures gallery and performance previews

2011 Ford Taurus pictures gallery and performance previews
The Taurus SHO version of Ford’s flagship sedan offers premium performance and fuel economy with the 3.5-liter EcoBoost™ V-6. This advanced engine delivers normally aspirated V-8 levels of power, without compromising its V-6 fuel economy
•The 2011 Taurus SHO features an enhanced SelectShift Automatic™ six-speed transmission with control paddles mounted on the steering wheel

2011 Ford Taurus Sportier Driving Dynamics

2011 Ford Taurus Reviews Specs and Price

The 2011 Ford Taurus the car that changed America’s view of full-size sedans continues for 2011 with upscale design, impeccable driving dynamics and class-leading technologies, all designed to draw in those customers who place a premium on the driving experience yet recognize value. Vibrant new colors for 2011 include Bordeaux Reserve Red Metallic, Kona Blue Metallic and Sterling Gray Metallic. But the changes aren’t all on the outside. The 2011 Ford Taurus also features sportier driving dynamics. Taurus for 2011 comes standard with the proven 3.5-liter V6, generating 263 horsepower and 249 lb.-ft. of torque. This award-winning engine earns a ULEV-II emissions certification and comes paired with a choice of two new six-speed automatic transmissions.

2011 Ford Taurus

The 2011 Taurus continues its legacy of safety leadership, beginning with a body structure optimized for strength and stiffness. The energy-absorbing front structure features octagonal front frame rails, tunnel rails and “shotgun” front structural members designed to absorb and redirect crash forces away from the passenger compartment. The Taurus body structure features ultra-high-strength boron steel in the B pillar for added side-impact protection. Taurus is equipped with a comprehensive package of active and passive safety features, including dual-stage driver and front passenger airbags, side-impact airbags and the Ford-exclusive Safety Canopy System.

2011 Ford Taurus

Standard safety features include:

• SPACE (Side Protection and Cabin Enhancement) Architecture • Personal Safety System • AdvanceTrac electronic stability control • SOS Post-Crash Alert System, an integrated system that automatically unlocks the doors, sounds the horn and activates the emergency flashers in the event of an airbag deployment • MyKey programmable vehicle key • Tire Pressure Monitoring System • LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether Anchors for CHildren)

Ford’s industry-exclusive, voice-activated, hands-free infotainment system has been upgraded for the 2011 Taurus. Now, SIRIUS Travel Link and SYNC Traffic, Directions & Information are compatible. Also, destination downloads are available through Mapquest, and movie times, stocks and horoscopes have been added to the available information options.

2011 Ford Taurus

Standard and available 2011 Ford Taurus technology features include:

• SYNC voice-activated communications and entertainment system with Traffic, Directions & Information • SIRIUS Satellite Radio with initial six-month subscription• Voice-activated Navigation System with SIRIUS Travel Link and HD Radio, including iTunes song-tagging ability • Multicontour seats with Active Motion • Integrated blind spot mirrors • Rear view camera system to aid visibility while backing up • Easy Fuel (capless fuel filler) • Ambient lighting • Steering wheel audio controls.

Powertrain: 

3.5-liter DOHC V6, 263 hp @ 6,250 rpm; 249 lb.-ft. @ 4,500 rpmSeries: SE, SEL, LimitedFuel economy: 18 mpg city/28 mpg highway (front-wheel drive)Production Location: Chicago Assembly Plant, Chicago, Ill.

2011 Ford Taurus Prices MSRP: Starting at $25,995

2011 Ford Taurus S      $16,640
2011 Ford Taurus SE    $17,270
2011 Ford Taurus SES  $18,870
2011 Ford Taurus SEL  $19,670