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FORD1.0-litre ECOBOOST wins 11th IEPOTY engine ‘Oscar’

May, 23 2019, 20:38

Ford’s powerful, fuel-efficient and versatile 1.0 litre EcoBoost engine has today been named 2019 International Engine and Powertrain of the Year (IEPOTY) in the Sub-150 PS category – the 11th IEPOTY award earned by the engine since its launch in 201

Ford launches Port Elizabeth to Europe export route

Apr, 08 2019, 08:17

FMCSA has confirmed that it is expanding its vehicle export operations by adopting a multi-port strategy - with the first shipment of 1 000 locally-assembled Ford Rangers from Port Elizabeth to markets in Europe.

Ford and VW launch global alliance

Jan, 22 2019, 01:28

Volkswagen AG and Ford Motor Company announced their first formal agreements in a broad alliance that positions the companies to boost competitiveness and better serve customers in an era of rapid change in the industry.

Ford Motor Company highlights R11-billion investment in SA

Nov, 02 2018, 07:33

Ford Motor Company says that it has invested R11-billion in its South African operations over the past decade, culminating in its highest-ever installed production capacity for the Ford Ranger pick-up and the Everest seven-seater SUV.

Ford's new “miracle” - Graphene

Oct, 29 2018, 05:36

Ford Motor Company has announced that it will be using Graphene – a two-dimensional nanomaterial that is 200 times stronger than steel -in its vehicle parts.

Ford's Struandale plant is EC's Top Exporter

Aug, 24 2018, 10:51

Ford Motor Company's Struandale Engine Plant in Port Elizabeth has once again been recognised as one of the Eastern Cape's top exporters after winning the 'Best Exporter OEM' Award for the third time.

Silverton produces 500 000 Rangers

Aug, 17 2018, 00:59

Ford Motor Company's Silverton Assembly Plant in Pretoria has reached a significant milestone with the assembly of the 500 000th current generation Ford Ranger.

Community engagement is key to manufacturing success

Jul, 13 2018, 07:06

"Embedding a company deeper into their community ensures the stable, productive relationships needed to produce to world standard."

Shelby's F-150 is heading to SA

Jun, 06 2018, 09:42

South Africa is a country full of bakkie enthusiasts and Shelby’s announcement that its new 2019 Shelby F-150 will be heading to SA, will warm the cockles of their hearts.

Ford names new design director for Europe

Aug, 03 2017, 09:23

Ford recently named Amko Leenarts its new director of Design for Ford of Europe. In his new role, Leenarts is responsible for the exterior and interior design of vehicles developed by Ford of Europe.