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New limited-edition Ranger Stormtrak adds upmarket style and exclusivity to the range Distinctive features include black mesh front grille with red inserts, custom decals and black accents, 18-inch gloss black alloy wheels, 3D Stormtrak decals, four colour options including vibrant new ‘Lucid Red’ Enhanced security and practicality with fitment of Power Roller Shutter, adjustable bed divider and black roof rails...

The rate at which compact crossovers are being introduced to the South African market is bordering on market saturation and as more cash-strapped consumers look to buy down into lower segments, the purveyors of full-size SUVs are watching the markets with bated breath. Considering this, vestiges such as the Ford Everest have had to add something special to their ranges...

New limited-edition Ranger Stormtrak adds upmarket style and exclusivity to the range Distinctive features include black mesh front grille with red inserts, custom decals and black accents, 18-inch gloss black alloy wheels, 3D Stormtrak decals, four colour options including vibrant new ‘Lucid Red’ Enhanced security and practicality with the fitment of Power Roller Shutter, adjustable bed divider and black roof...

COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic was established at Ford’s Silverton Assembly Plant in Pretoria in June, now being extended to the Struandale Engine Plant in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) Supports Ford employees and on-site contractors with convenient Ford-funded vaccinations to help tackle the COVID-19 pandemic, to be expanded to Ford dealers and suppliers Continues Ford’s partnership with the National Department of Health to...

Securi-Lid Roll Top Cover provides additional practicality and security, while maintaining the distinctive looks of the Ranger Wildtrak The versatility and security of the Ford Ranger Wildtrak has been enhanced with the introduction of the Securi-lid Roll Top Cover – now available as a Ford-approved accessory exclusively on the Ranger Wildtrak, and available for order through Ford’s nationwide dealer network....

Ford has donated R2.5-million to Gift of the Givers to address the ongoing water crisis, with the Nelson Mandela Bay metro’s combined dam levels currently at 10.5 percent Funding will cover the cost of drilling and installing boreholes at three schools in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) Project also supports the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber’s Adopt-a-School initiative – Gift of the...

Track-focused limited-edition Mustang Mach 1 introduces enhanced powertrain and aerodynamic features for the most agile and responsive Mustang driving experience yet V8 power boosted to 338kW for 0-100 km/h in 4.4 seconds. TREMEC six-speed manual and 10-speed auto transmissions feature limited-slip differential. Downforce increased 22 percent Sophisticated technologies for track driving fun include MagneRide® adaptive suspension, selectable Drive Modes including...

Hundreds of Cape cormorant chicks were abandoned by their parents on Robben Island and Jutten Island More than 2030 Cape comorants have been successfully rescued This is the second largest seabird rescue to have taken place in the Western Cape PRETORIA, South Africa, 15 June 2021 – Ford South Africa’s close involvement with the Ford Wildlife Foundation continues to prove that...

Ford South Africa is reminding customers of the benefits that genuine parts have on their vehicles. Customer experience and customer satisfaction is a key focus for Ford South Africa. Regular servicing and repairs may have been neglected during COVID-19 lockdown and limited travel. PRETORIA, South Africa, 2 June 2021 – Tyres, Batteries and Brakes are among the most common wear and...

Non-profit organisation ChildSafe has launched the Global Road Safety Week, a United Nations initiative that runs from 17 to 23 May 2021. The ChildSafe Pedestrian Safety Programme is supported by the Ford Motor Company Fund to create safer environments for child pedestrians, change driving behaviours and create community awareness. Ford is committed to improving road safety through various programmes, including...

Ford South Africa donated two Transit panel vans to Unjani Clinics NPC, a South African non-profit healthcare organisation. Ford Motor Company Fund provided a R1.2-million grant for the conversion of the vans into mobile clinics, and to run the project for the next year to provide primary healthcare to an estimated 2 750 people in rural communities. Ranger 2.2 TDCi...

Ford South Africa celebrates 55th anniversary of first supercharged Shelby Mustang The extremely rare Mustang was capable of 0-100km/h in under six seconds and a top speed over 240km/h Ford Mustang is the world’s best-selling sports car and holds 90 percent segment share in South Africa PRETORIA, South Africa, 15 April 2021 – Supercharged Mustangs weren’t always a regular sight on...

Raptor-style grille adds personalisation and presence without compromising capability Power roller shutter brings added convenience to Ranger Faraday pouch anti-scan wallet provides a cost-effective and convenient solution for preventing keyless car theft PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA, 13 April 2021 – Responding to ongoing customer and market trends, Ford South Africa is launching new accessories and feature upgrades that will be made available...

The Ford Wildlife Foundation is extending its support to the Endangered Wildlife Trust by providing its People in Conservation (PIC) Programme with a locally-built Ford Ranger Initiative implements critically important projects to address environmental challenges and contribute to the well-being of people living in its areas of operation Ford Ranger Double Cab 4x4 provided for two years, helping project team...

PRETORIA, South Africa, 11 March 2021 – Ford South Africa has bolstered its position in the expanding and highly competitive sport utility vehicle (SUV) market with the introduction of the new Everest Sport. Based on the popular Everest XLT, the new Sport derivative includes a host of feature enhancements, both to the exterior and the cabin. The Everest is Ford’s premium...

The standard 5.0 V8 Mustang GT is equipped with a high-performance supercharger kit to produce 560kW Output can be raised to 578kW, which makes it the most powerful Stage 3 Roush Mustang yet The 2021 Roush Mustang comes with a certificate of authenticity PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA, 23 March 2021 – The arrival of the new 2021 Roush Mustang commemorates the 25th...