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INVITATION: All-New Ford Figo Freestyle to Make SA Debut with Virtual Launch Event PRETORIA, South Africa, June 09, 2020 – Ford’s first-ever Figo Freestyle will make its South Africa debut with a virtual launch on Wednesday, 10 June 2020. With the launch of the Figo Freestyle, a sub-B segment compact utility vehicle (CUV) based on the popular Figo hatchback, Ford is...

Racing is in the Blood of the Woolridge Family, Headed by Multiple Cross Country Champion Neil Neil Woolridge started in motorcycle enduro racing, competing locally and internationally. He is a multiple champion on two and four wheels Association with Ford began in 2001 with near-standard Class E Ranger, 40 cross country racing Ford Rangers produced to date by Neil Woolridge...

Ford Wildlife Foundation Celebrates World Environment Day For 30 years, Ford has supported environmental education, research, and conservation projects The 2020 World Environment Day theme is 'Time for Nature’ with a focus on Biodiversity The Delta Environmental Centre’s Youth Environmental Services Project fosters an interest in Biodiversity and supports job creation among South African youth PRETORIA, South Africa, 04 June...

Behind the Mask of those Making a Difference Against COVID-19 Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa remains committed to flattening the curve Ford shows its manufacturing and business versatility during a time of unprecedented disruption Partners, Individuals and Employees send messages of thanks and gratitude PRETORIA, South Africa, 01 June 2020 – Demonstrating profound versatility and compassion, Ford Motor Company Southern...

Ford Begins Phased Production and Operations Restart in South Africa on 1 June with Enhanced Safety Protocols Ford is resuming production and operations in South Africa beginning 1 June 2020, taking a phased approach Robust safety and care measures have been implemented to support a safe and healthy environment for the company’s workforce with health assessment measures, provision of personal...

New Ford Over-The-Air System Will Help Mustang Mach-E Get Even Better with Time – Without Leaving Home Ford to ensure its all-new all-electric Mustang Mach-E stays up to date thanks to quick and easy over-the-air software updates that can be done from anywhere, even in your own home. Many updates can be completed in under two minutes1, with many virtually...

Ford Motor Company Promotes Employee Development and Growth Ford has always acknowledged the key role that its workforce plays in the success of the company, from its founding years through to today Ongoing skills development and empowerment opportunities are provided at every level of the business to create a culture of professional and personal growth In celebration of Workers Month,...

When the Going Gets Tough, the Tough Get Going In times of great uncertainty, the side hustle is a way to build financial stability The side hustle economy, according to a recent survey, contributes to job creation with more than one-third of side hustlers employing at least one other person Investing in a versatile vehicle, like a #BuiltFordTough Ranger, could...

Neil Woolridge Motorsport Creates Opportunities for Greater Empowerment and Diversity in Racing Neil Woolridge Motorsport (NWM) is Ford’s official global partner for designing and producing the cross country racing Ford Ranger for local and international competition The team has expanded its focus on increasing empowerment and diversity opportunities with Wiseman Gumede taking on the role of race weekend technician and...

Mustang Mach 1 Returning for 2021 Model Year As Limited-Edition Pinnacle of Style, Handling and 5.0-liter V8 Performance Ford announces the return of the Mustang Mach 1 The special edition will claim the top spot in the Mustang 5.0-liter V8 performance lineup Mach 1 debuted for the 1969 model year delivering performance and improved dynamics with its GT handling suspension...

Ford Employees Join in Solidarity to Produce COVID-19 Face Shields for Medical and Essential Services Personnel 85 employees from Ford’s Silverton Assembly Plant and its supplier companies have produced almost 190 000 COVID-19 protective face shields to date for donation The initiative supports the South African government’s drive to provide all frontline medical and essential services personnel with personal protective equipment...

Game On! Fly the Ford Flag in the Gaming World While Your Real Wheels Take a Break from the Tarmac Some iconic Ford vehicles have appeared in numerous games, from PC to PlayStation, and Wii to Xbox. Ford invites gaming enthusiasts to test drive these games while their real wheels stay parked. If all this game play doesn’t quite hit...

Technology is Key to Ford’s Unwavering Focus on Production Quality and Customer Satisfaction Ford’s Silverton Assembly Plant uses an advanced Fits Gate system on its assembly line in Pretoria to measure the gap and flushness between all sheet metal components of the Ranger and Everest Handheld laser measurement gauges are used by operators on either side of the vehicle who...

Take these Virtual Tours with Ford on National Museum Day The Model T is considered by many to be one of the most influential cars of all time, selling more than 15 million in various configurations Henry Ford revolutionised the assembly line, dramatically reducing vehicle cost and build time. His concept is still used today Visit the top-secret experimental room...

How Artificial Bird Poop Keeps Your Paintwork Safe in the Real World Bird poop can seriously damage your vehicle’s paintwork. Laboratory-developed bird poop is tested on Ford vehicles’ paintwork, to ensure that the paintwork protects your car and stays shiny. Regularly wash your vehicle and gently remove harmful looking substances from the paintwork immediately. Pretoria, South Africa, 14 May 2020...

Ensuring Safe and Sanitary Environment Is Top Priority as Ford Dealers Re-open for Business in South Africa Ford dealers across South Africa have started re-opening in line with the government’s Alert Level 4 directives which allow a gradual phased-in process commencing 13 May Safety and hygiene measures introduced at all Ford dealers to mitigate risks and provide peace of mind...