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Ford to stop making vehicles in India amid mounting losses and poor sales

Ford had been rethinking its India operations even before it had initiated discussion with Mahindra & Mahindra in 2019

Ford declares 'no production days' on May 28, 29 at Tamil Nadu plant

Ford India, the subsidiary of US auto-maker Ford, on Thursday said it would observe 'no production days' on May 28 and 29

Ford Motor to donate surgical masks, N95 masks to help India fight Covid-19

American auto major said it is donating 50 lakh surgical masks, 1 lakh N95 masks and 50,000 gowns to help fight the surge of COVID-19 cases in India

Ford India launches new variant of its SUV EcoSport called EcoSport SE

Ford India on Wednesday launched a new variant of its popular compact SUV EcoSport, offering customers the choice to pick from two body styles - with or without its signature rear-mounted spare wheel

Lack of semiconductor to hit vehicle output at Ford's Chennai, Sanand units

Shortage has affected entire auto sector, may continue for at least first half of 2021, says company; During April-December period of current fiscal, Ford's production was down 56% YoY

Ford unveils 2021 line-up of compact SUV EcoSport; starts at Rs 7.99 lakh

Ford India on Monday introduced the 2021 line-up of its compact SUV EcoSport with features such as sunroof in the Titanium Trim, enhanced connectivity features and an enhanced warranty at a starting price of Rs 7.99 lakh. The SUV comes in five trims -- Ambiente, Titanium, Titanium +, Trend and Sports, according to a release. The American car maker, which recently called off its proposed partnership with domestic auto major Mahindra & Mahindra, had rolled out the sub-4 meter SUV EcoSport first time in the Indian market in June 2013. Ford's product portfolio in India currently comprises six cars -- Figo, Freestyle, Aspire, EcoSport, Endeavour and Mustang. In the tradition of bringing what consumers want and value, we are happy to bolster the EcoSport line-up and make every variant compelling in terms of features and value, said Vinay Raina, executive director Marketing, Sales and Service at Ford India. With the new line-up, we have not just addressed the customer feedback on making

Ford's pick-up trucks spotted at Jayem Automotives' Coimbatore facility

If the product is launched in the Indian market it will be positioned against other pick-up trucks in India including the Tata Yodha, Mahindra Bolero and Isuzu D-max

Ford India to increase prices of vehicles by 1-3% from January

Maruti Suzuki India also announced a planned hike in prices on Wednesday

Ford India launches top-end variant of Freestyle starting at Rs 7.69 lakh

Ford India on Wednesday launched a top-end variant of its compact utility vehicle Ford Freestyle at introductory prices of Rs 7.69 lakh and Rs 8.79 lakh (ex-showroom) ahead of the festive season.

Ford India launches automatic variant of EcoSport at Rs 10.66 lakh

The new variant will be the only automatic compact SUV in its price range to offer its mobility and connectivity solution FordPass

Ford India launches BS-VI compliant EcoSport, price starts at Rs 8,04,000

Auto maker Ford India on Monday launched its compact SUV EcoSport with BS VI compliant petrol and diesel engines, priced between Rs 8.04-11.58 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). The petrol version of the upgraded model is priced between Rs 8.04-11.43 lakh while the diesel variants are tagged between Rs 8.54- 11.58 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). The BS IV petrol variants of the model were priced between Rs 7.91-11.3 lakh while the diesel trims were tagged between Rs 8.41- 11.45 lakh. "Ford is committed to offer products and technologies our customers want and value -- including our best-in-class diesel engines at almost the same price," Ford India Executive Director Marketing, Sales & Service Vinay Raina said in a statement. With continuation of its entire range, EcoSport will be the vehicle of choice for all compact SUV customers and meet their diverse needs, he added. The new EcoSport's BSVI compliant 1.5 litre diesel engine delivers 100 PS power and comes mated with a five-speed manual ...

'Mona Lisa of Mustangs,' raced in 'Bullitt,' sets auction record

The reply from the seller, Sean Kiernan, a Kentucky horse farmer, was even more succinct: "Holy smokes!"

Ford hands over the wheels to M&M in $275 million deal for India JV

Ford will transfer India automotive assets to new entity; deal likely to be finalised by mid-2020.

Ford recalls 22,690 units of Endeavour over faulty airbag inflators

The company further said it is carrying out an inspection of battery monitoring system (BMS) wiring harnesses installation for all vehicles

Employee sacking triggers strike at Ford's Sanand plant in Gujarat

Ford India has in discussion with the union as well as the state labour department for an amicable solution

Ford India launches updated 2019 edition of SUV Endeavour at Rs 28.19 lakh

The updated Endeavour has new design 18-inch alloy wheels along with eight-way power adjustable driver and front passenger seat for superior comfort

Ford India sales down 18% to 24,420 units in December, exports fall 24%

Total sales for the year were at 2,65,714 units, up from 2,62,784 units in 2017

Ford India to hike prices by up to 2.5% from January on rising input cost

Earlier, Tata Motors announced price hike of up to Rs 40,000 from January 1

Ford India has SUV-heavy plans to cash in on the fastest growing PV segment

A rising demand for UVs in India as well as its export markets fits well into the company's strategy of achieving economies of scale and remaining cost competitive