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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...
Easy and Neat Fitment of Dash Cams Now Possible in Certain Ford Ranger Models Additional USB charging port located in the rearview mirror for easy fitment of dash cams Dash cam footage can be used as supporting evidence and is especially important for those who travel alone Dash cams with features like GPS tracking and smartphone integration are also sold...
Ford Tops Vehicle Exports, Encouraging Domestic Sales Recovery for September 2020 Ford leads automotive exports in September with 6 995 vehicles shipped Local passenger and commercial vehicle sales end on 3 679 as customer purchasing confidence returns with further easing of COVID-19 lockdown restrictions Total domestic and export sales of 9 174 Ford Rangers in September – the best result for 2020 Pretoria,...
From Detroit to Port Elizabeth – the Ford Model T Revolutionised Transport Ford’s Model T was launched on 1 October 1908 Model T has rich and beloved history in South Africa Approximately 19 000 Model T Fords on local roads between 1908 and 1927 PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA, 1 October 2020 – It is a fascinating exercise to think of what October’s Transport...
Making the Most of Level 1 Travel with the Ford Tourneo Custom Distances travelled almost back to normal under latest travel restrictions Tourism is one of the great drivers of economic activity in South Africa The updated Ford Tourneo Custom is now available with an automatic gearbox to make travel easier and more enjoyable PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA, 30 September 2020 –...
Ford Ranger Takes Top Honours in Latest JD Power Initial Quality Awards Ranger received highest award for quality in the midsize pickup segment in the US The current Ford Ranger has been built in South Africa since 2011, and is exported to over 100 markets around the world, including Europe where it is the segment leader According to the study,...
FORD REVEALS BLISTERINGLY QUICK MUSTANG MACH-E GT All-electric, 465 PS, all-wheel drive Mustang Mach-E GT sprints to the head of the pack with 3.7-second 0-100 km/h Mach-E customers receive one year of free access to the IONITY fast-charging network Intelligent range uses information from weather forecasts and crowdsourced data from other Mustang Mach-E vehicles PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA, 25 September 2020...
Freedom of the Road in the New Normal Get the most out of World Tourism Day, 27 September, with these practical travel tips Clean and check your car thoroughly before getting out on the road Follow all Alert Level 1 rules and guidelines stipulated by the South African Government PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA, 25 September 2020 – While international travel in and...