2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid Gets 41 MPG EPA Rating!

DEARBORN, Mich., Dec. 23, 2008 – The all-new Ford Fusion Hybrid is now officially America’s most fuel efficient mid-size car with a certified 41 mpg rating in the city and 36 mpg on the highway, topping the Toyota Camry hybrid by 8 mpg in the city and 2 mpg on the highway.

“The new Ford Fusion Hybrid not only significantly exceeds the competition but also embodies Ford’s 100 percent commitment to fuel efficiency leadership, quality, innovation and advanced technology,” said Derrick Kuzak, group vice president, Global Product Development. “The Ford team set the bar high – to develop America’s most fuel efficient mid-size sedan – and that’s what they delivered.”

The 2010 Ford Fusion’s final fuel economy certification was completed this week at Ford’s testing laboratories in Allen Park, Mich., and the vehicle will carry an EPA label of 41 mpg for city driving and 36 mpg on the highway when it goes on sale this spring. The Fusion Hybrid, which beats even the much smaller Honda Civic hybrid by 1 mpg in city driving, can travel more than 700 miles on a single tank of gas.

To deliver the class leading fuel economy performance, Ford’s engineers spent the past three years developing in-house the vehicle’s next-generation hybrid propulsion system. It allows the Fusion and Mercury Milan hybrid to travel up to 47 miles per hour in pure electric mode, faster than the Toyota Camry and all other hybrids currently on the road. In addition, the system’s Advanced Intake Variable Cam Timing allows the Fusion and Milan hybrids to more seamlessly transition from gas to electric mode and vice-versa.

“The Fusion Hybrid’s ability to run at a much higher speed in electric mode allows drivers to maximize fuel efficiently in many driving situations,” said Praveen Cherian, Fusion Hybrid program leader. “For example, this would allow drivers to travel around their subdivision and parking areas in all-electric mode.”

Fusion’s advanced hybrid system features:

• Smaller, lighter nickel-metal hydride battery, which produces 20 percent more power than Ford’s previous hybrid system. The battery’s improved chemistry allows it to be run at a higher temperature and cooled using cabin air.
• New 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine (155 horsepower / 136 lb.-ft. of torque), which is mated to an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission.
• Enhanced electronic throttle control, which reduces airflow on shutdowns, reducing fueling needs on restarts.
• Smart climate control system, which monitors cabin temperature and only runs the gas engine as needed to heat the cabin. It also includes an electric air conditioning compressor to further minimize engine use.
• Regenerative brake system, which captures the energy normally lost through friction in braking and stores it. Nearly 94 percent energy recovery is achieved by delivering full regenerative braking, which means only 6 percent of braking is through traditional friction brakes

Famous Brazilian Rock Musician, Sergio Dias Baptista, And His Love Affair With A Red Mustang!

Sergio Dias Baptista is a famous rock musician from Brazil. He recently ordered a 2009 red Mustang GT from us and had us install an optional performance package to increase its horsepower. Here are images of Sergio and his Mustang.

Sergio's band was hot in Brazil in the 60s but subsequently went into hibernation during the military dictatorship's years. A few years ago he decided to reunite and expand his band and then did a tour in the U.S. in 2006. In 2009 he has plans to return to the U.S. in another tour.

To find out more about Sergio and his band, Os Mutantes, check these links:
Sergio's official web site
www.mutantes.com
Lightintheattic.net interview
Osmutantescds
mutantesonyoutube

2010 MUSTANG VIDEOS!

South Florida International Auto Show!(Click on arrows to see videos)

Lincoln MKT Concept

Mercury Mariner

Lincoln MKS

The Ford Robot

Ford Adrenalin/Mustang

Ford Explorer America

Lincoln MKT Concept

Ford F150/Flex

2010 Mustang Hood!

Mustang enthusiasts always have loved the power of America’s favorite muscle car. A glance at the hood showcases the power waiting to be unleashed as the potent nature of the 2010 Mustang is amplified by aggressive sculptural surfacing on the all-new hood. “The strong powerdome punches outward from the hood surface, further emphasizing the powerful engines underneath,” said Design Manager George Saridakis. “It’s practically bursting through the surface.”

The2010 Mustang indeed is ready to charge forward. But with that brute strength are touches of beauty and style as well. “The subtle surface changes on the fender edge make for a more dynamic design,” said Chief Designer Douglas Gaffka. “The softer, blended-in surfacing of the wheel arch creates a much-more flowing look, giving the car an appearance of a wider stance,” added Saridakis.

All the better for 2010 Mustang drivers to leap off the line.

“The 2010 Mustang is all about crafting a world-class car,” said Senior Designer Robert Gelardi. “Everywhere you look, exterior and interior, there’s attention to detail in design, engineering and manufacturing befitting this American icon.”

Another Glimpse of the 2010 Mustang Interior!

The attention to detail and passion of everyone involved with the 2010 Mustang to make it the best ever are evident looking across the beautiful cockpit of America’s favorite muscle car. For 2010, for example, the genuine aluminum trim panels are precisely inset to and fully encapsulated by the soft-touch instrument panel. “The world-class fit and finish of the aluminum panels and soft-touch IP will be immediately apparent,” says Mustang Chief Designer Douglas Gaffka. “The instrument panel was carefully sculpted out and the genuine aluminum panels were placed within the shape, as opposed to just layed upon it,” says Mustang Senior Designer Robert Gelardi. “This sculptural craftsmanship and inset location means the soft IP is the first touch-point.

“The new ‘dogbone’ shape of the aluminum panels not only reinforces the double-brow design, a critical part of Mustang DNA, but also allows the centerstack display to be placed higher and closer to the driver.”

Incorporating a higher centerstack required a new air register design. “You’ll see a definite family connection to our heritage Mustangs in the 2010 air register design,” says Mustang Design Manager Gary Morales. “The combination of circular and rectangular register shapes is well-represented in Mustang DNA,” adds Gelardi, “but the forms are definitely modern, inspired by exhaust outlets drilled into the aluminum, each capped off with a precisely located chrome ring.”

The genuine aluminum is also present on the modern, yet classic, steering wheel, which is wrapped in leather. “All three spokes are genuine aluminum,” adds Morales, “and there is a special focus on driver comfort. Both the spokes’ shapes and the audio controls have been ergonomically designed.” Even the steering-wheel badge received special attention. “This badge is genuine stamped aluminum, incorporating the new 2010 pony design,” says Gelardi. “We worked very closely with the engineering and manufacturing teams to be certain the features of the pony were sharp and detailed, right down to the mane and eyes.”

“Incorporating both brushed and polished finishes meant achieving the small details was challenging,” adds Morales. “But like everything else on the 2010 Mustang, we wouldn’t rest until it was right.”

Metro Ford Is Now Metro Ford Lincoln Mercury!

Metro Ford Acquires Miami Lincoln Mercury!
All operations to be conducted at Metro Ford’s location.

Metro Ford, Miami’s only 100% family-owned and operated Ford dealership, has announced the acquisition of Miami Lincoln Mercury, located at 8101 NW 7th Ave, Miami. All of Miami LM operations, including sales, parts, service and body shop, will be conducted at Metro Ford’s location at 9000 NW 7th Ave., just off I-95, Miami, phone: (305) 751-9711.



Effective October 1st, Metro Ford Lincoln Mercury will be welcoming Lincoln Mercury customers who desire to service their vehicles. Metro Ford Lincoln Mercury will also be taking over the sales of Lincoln Mercury parts and make available its body shop to all Lincoln Mercury customers. The dealership will carry an extensive inventory of new 2008 and 2009 Lincoln and Mercury models, in addition to the entire line of new Ford cars and trucks.

“We are extremely proud to integrate these two very prestigious American brands into the Metro Ford operation”, said Lombardo Perez Sr., President.



Metro Ford is celebrating its 25th anniversary and recently inaugurated a brand new multi-million dollar showroom designed to enhance the sales and service experience to achieve 100% customer satisfaction.

Lombardo Perez Jr., Vice-president of Metro Ford stated: “Our recently expanded state-of-the-art showroom will provide all our customers a most comfortable and convenient surrounding while they explore the full-line of Ford and Lincoln-Mercury products and experience our award-winning Metro Ford LM treatment.”