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Experience Peace of Mind this Holiday with Ford’s Complimentary Vehicle Check All Ford customers are encouraged to make use of the pre-holiday vehicle check at their local Ford dealer Vehicles that have been parked for long periods due to COVID-19 might encounter additional problems The pre-holiday check-up is complimentary for every Ford vehicle in South Africa and can be completed...
When Stress Levels Get Too High, Leave the City and Go Off-Road! Cape Town and Johannesburg rank among the 100 busiest cities in the world for motorists Driving stresses can cause health complications, tension and poor judgement Ford uses International Stress Awareness Day to recommend off-roading as a means to alleviate stress PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA, 4 November 2020 – The link...
Ford Ranger, Figo and Fiesta Shine in 2020 AA-Kinsey Report on Parts Pricing Ford Ranger 2.0 Single Turbo XLT has the lowest cost of replacement parts in the popular double cab segment, and overall second-lowest parts basket as a percentage of selling price in the 2020 survey Ford Figo 1.5 Trend has lowest parts basket percentage relative to selling price...
Ford South Africa Launches RangeHER Campaign to Inspire Women Four inspirational South African women join Ford’s RangeHer She’s Got Range campaign Activities, events and media coverage will help everyone follow their progress The campaign encourages all women to reach their goals and build strength from within PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA, 30 October 2020 – Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (FMCSA) has...
Seeing it Before Hearing it: How NVH Simulations Give Ford Vehicles Outstanding Comfort and a Unique Driving Experience Refining NVH is critical to give Ford customers the safest and best cabin experience NVH improvement can be done on simulators during the development stages Switching from the combustion engines we are familiar with, to electric also poses a challenge for NVH...
Sizzling hot action and drama galore at SA Cross Country Series finale in Parys Ford Parys 400: Qualifying: 14km, Loop 1: 164km, Loop 2: 164km, Total: 342km Podium finish for Gareth Woolridge and Boyd Dreyer in opening race of SACCS double-header, plus top two positions in Class T, Manufacturers Award and Team Award Toyota Gazoo Racing SA Vaal 400: Qualifying: 14km, Loop...
Value and Versatility – Ford Ranger XL Now Available with Optional Sport Pack, Touchscreen Audio System The Ford Ranger XL, as the value offering in the Ranger line-up, is now available with an attractive Sport Pack with 17-inch black alloy wheels, black gloss grille and tubular sports bar Optional eight-inch touchscreen introduces Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to Ranger XL...
Ford Strengthens its Commitment to Customer Service and Satisfaction New customer experience (CX) model introduced to better serve owners of Ford vehicles, and build long-term brand loyalty Ranger Support Team established to proactively respond to any Ranger or Everest breakdowns, provide immediate and ongoing customer support, expedite parts delivery and prioritise the vehicle repair to reduce downtime Automated alert system...
Ford Wildlife Foundation-Supported Project Receives Coveted Eco Award The Ford Wildlife Foundation (FWF) supports the Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa (WESSA) with a locally-built Ford Ranger WESSA’s Green Coast Project takes top honours in Eco-Logic Awards Biodiversity category Ford Wildlife Foundation is committed to preserving South Africa’s conservation heritage PRETORIA, South Africa, 21 October 2020 – The Ford Wildlife...
Ford to Help Deliver One-Millionth Santa Shoebox this Year Ford continues its partnership with the Santa Shoebox Project with the spacious, load-hauling Ford Transit Each shoebox is filled with essential items and treats for underprivileged children Additional sanitising procedures put in place to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA, 19 October 2020 – With a bright red Ford Transit...
High Performance Icon to Reach European Customers for the First Time as Ford Mustang Mach 1 Debuts at Goodwood Mustang Mach 1 is coming: Best-handling Mustang ever to reach Europe offers 460 PS and suite of performance enhancements for track-ready capability and on-road driving pleasure TREMEC six-speed manual gearbox and limited-slip differential, most responsive steering, MagneRide® suspension and 22 percent more...
New Power Generation: Mustang Mach-E 1400, Puma ST, STARD Fiesta Star at Goodwood with Big Ford News Coming Ford Performance models demonstrating breadth of capabilities from extreme all-electric propulsion to accessible SUV Sports Technologies on show at one-off Goodwood event Perception-altering Mustang Mach-E 1400 all-electric prototype and exhilarating-yet-practical new Puma ST seen in action for the first time by global...
Ford Wildlife Foundation Provides Mobility to SANCCOB Port Elizabeth for Protection of Penguins and Seabirds The Ford Wildlife Foundation (FWF) has provided a locally-built Ford Ranger to the SANCCOB Port Elizabeth Centre to support its efforts in protecting threatened and endangered African penguins and seabirds Vehicle provided for a period of two years, enabling SANCCOB to rescue and rehabilitate sick,...
Wading Through the Urban Jungle as the Rains set in Certain Ford Rangers have been designed to handle a wading depth up to 850mm Extra grip from the 4x4 system can be engaged electronically and on the move Always check your surroundings for the best route and drive through water slowly PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA, 12 October 2020 – Thunderstorms and flash...
Heroes in their Fords Enhance Road Safety on the N3 Toll Route The N3 Toll Route between Heidelberg in Gauteng and Cedara in KwaZulu-Natal is one of South Africa’s busiest transport networks A fleet of Ford Rangers used by the N3 Toll Concession (N3TC), packed with essential safety equipment, sweep this stretch of highway day and night N3TC patrol vehicles...
2020 SA Cross Country Series set to conclude with exciting double-header in Parys Rounds four and five of the 2020 SA Cross Country Series will be held in Parys in the Free State Ford Parys 400 takes place on Friday, 23 October, followed by the season finale on Saturday, 24 October Close championship battles for overall Production Vehicle and FIA...