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- Hybrid Vehicles
- Bio Fuel-Capable Vehicles
- Plug-In Hybrids
It Luxurious To Be Green
February 8th, 2010Ford Motor Company is devoted to offering customers affordable environmental technologies in the vehicles they want and value. To do this, Ford is introducing a range of global environmental technologies that provide customers with more fuel-efficient vehicles emitting fewer greenhouse gases without compromising safety, interior room or performance.
Ford is focused on solutions that reach not just hundreds or thousands of cars, but millions of vehicles – because that is how Ford can truly make a difference. Near- and longer-term advancements from Ford include Eco Boost turbo charging and direct injection technology, multi-speed transmissions, advanced electric power steering, weight reductions, aerodynamic improvements, diesel engines and hydrogen fuel cell-powered vehicles.
Leafy-Lundi is going to bring you articles on what matters the most to you and your family. Check out the upcoming topics and see what Ford is bringing to the table!
If there is something that you are interested in learning more about send me a comment and we will post a blog with all the answers.
Visit Capital Ford Lincoln today and test drive your environmentally friendly 2010 Ford Escape Hybrid or 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid.
Ford Motor Company is devoted to offering customers affordable environmental technologies in the vehicles they want and value.
Potential Savings For Your Wallet And Your Environment
January 25th, 2010This is the first of a new column on the Capital Tailgate called “Leafy Lundi” geared towards the greener side of vehicles and auto manufacturing. Ford is the green leader among manufacturers, always works towards sustainability and improving manufacturing processes. As a Ford Dealer, Capital Ford is proud to bring to light some of the highlights along with our own tips and internal processes for a greener business and improved corporate responsibility. The Leafy-Lundi column name is derived from the spin on Monday. We’re publishing green highlights every Monday and as you may already know, Lundi is french for Monday. As corny as it is, we thought it had a better ring then Green-Monday. Let us know in the comments if you agree.
Let’s start Leafy-Lundi with some solid fundamental fuel efficiency best practices. Read the rest of this entry “
Old News But Funny News
January 22nd, 2010Can Ford tempt the “The Tonight Show” host, Conan O’Brien, to give up his 1992 Ford Taurus SHO for the 2010 model? Will more horsepower, shiny paint, massaging seats and a center console minus dirt and hair persuade O’Brien? Read the rest of this entry “
Keeping Up With Funkmaster Flex’s Love For Ford
January 21st, 2010In 2008 Funkmaster Flex rolled out a limited edition Expedition with two-tone Colorado Red and Black paint scheme with orange pin striping and special chrome badging. If that wasn’t enough it also sported custom front fascia with integrated fog lamps, side skirts, rear fascia and 20 inch chrome clad aluminum wheels. Matching Colorado Red instrument panel, console, shifter and switch bezels blend with four leather captain chairs, steering wheel and head rests all with red stitching make the interior as flashy as the exterior. Rounding out the package is Sirius satellite radio and an exclusive numbered dash plaque signed by Funkmaster Flex. Oh and I forgot to mention the 340-watt Audiophile Sound System, MP3 players audio jack, power fold third row seating, heated and cooled seats and why not go all out with optional navigation system, power liftgate and rear DVD entertainment system! Read the rest of this entry “
Ford honored with ‘Green Choice Award’
January 1st, 2010Ford was honored with a ‘Green Choice Award’ by Natural Health Magazine for its continuous efforts toward eco-friendly alternatives
Ford Motor Company recognizes the importance of working jointly with environmental stakeholders to engineer sustainable vehicles in an eco-friendly manner. Its commitment to a greener future is demonstrated on a daily basis with numerous ongoing environmental initiatives. While Capital Ford is a fraction the size of FoMoCo we pitch in as well, more on that at the end.
On Tuesday, May 6, Ford Motor Company was recognized with the esteemed ‘Green Choice Award’ by Natural Health magazine. Ford received this award for its continuous efforts towards building a greener future. The company and its products were judged in a number of different areas such as alternative energy use, greenhouse gas emissions, water use, recycling, operational energy footprints, and LEED certifications. All data collected by Natural Health magazine was submitted by Ford.
The following are some highlights of Ford’s ongoing environmental initiatives:
- Each year, Ford conserves up to 900 tons of carbon emissions and 600,000 gallons of water because Escape Hybrid seats are made with 100 per cent post-industrial recycled fabric.
- Since 2000, Ford has cut its global energy use by nearly one third, in part by upgrading plants with more efficient equipment.
- Ford gives employees two paid days off a year to do volunteer work—in 2008, they committed a total of 124,000 hours. At 17 of the company’s facilities, staffers have turned vacant plots of land into habitats for local plants and animals, and created walking trails to encourage nearby residents to visit.
- Ford’s EcoBoost engine, which the company launched this year, improves vehicle fuel economy by as much as 20 per cent.
“Ford facilities are often faced with complex environmental challenges, and every year – even in hard times – our employees rise to the challenge with innovative solutions that reduce environmental impact while promoting sustainability. The Green Choice Award honors their achievements, and challenges others to take bold steps.” – David Berdish, Manager, Ford Sustainable Business Development
The ‘Green Choice Award’ was presented to Ford, along with nine other corporations, by renowned actor and environmental activist Ed Begley, Jr. in New York City. Like I’d said, Capital Ford is a fraction the size of Ford Motor Company but we’re active with the little things. We pitch in with proper oil recycling after vehicle maintenance, proper battery recycling (especially during winter it’s busy), paper recycling stations and all cans and bottles are collected with the recycling refunds are put towards the Capital Cares program.
How do you think a car dealership can work towards winning a ‘Green Choice Award’ ?
A Ford Just Feels Right
November 19th, 2009People tend to judge a book by its cover and a vehicle by its exterior. But in reality, it’s what’s inside that really matters to those spending time there. Ford has taken inspiration from outside the realm of the automotive world – from fashion, furniture, jewelry, even nature – and moved those elements within. Both Capital Ford Lincoln and Ford also take what you the customer have to say to heart. Ford uses what you say in order to design a vehicle with safety, technology, the environment and quality in mind. Capital Ford uses what you say to improve our service, develop new databases of information for your vehicle research and ensure customer satisfaction. Read the rest of this entry “
