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FORD MOTOR CREDIT COMPANY MARKS 50-YEAR MILESTONE

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 08:00:00 EST

Ford Motor Credit Company today celebrates its 50th anniversary. It was incorporated as Ford Motor Company's financing subsidiary on Aug. 20, 1959, dedicated to supporting Ford, its dealers and its customers.

FORD MUSTANG MAKES MOVIE MAGIC FOR 45 YEARS

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 00:01:00 EST

Perhaps nowhere is the Mustang mystique felt more than in Hollywood, where Ford’s iconic pony car has been lighting up the silver screen – and the small screen – for the past 45 years.

THE GREAT MUSTANG DEBATE: 1964½ OR 1965?

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 00:01:00 EST

Ever since the debut of the original Ford Mustang 45 years ago, there has been an ongoing debate about what to call the pony cars built between April and August of 1964. Are they “1964½” Mustangs or 1965 models?

ORIGINAL 1964½ MUSTANG OWNERS HEAD DOWN MEMORY LANE, ALABAMA FOR PONY CAR’S 45TH ANNIVERSARY

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 00:01:00 EST

When Phil Florio bought his 1964½ Wimbledon White Ford Mustang, he says it was “love at first sight.” Forty-five years later, the love affair is still going strong.

MUSTANG CELEBRATES 45 YEARS AS KING OF THE AMERICAN ROAD

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 00:01:00 EST

It was 45 years ago this week that marked the birth of the undisputed king of the American road: the Ford Mustang. And thousands of Mustang fans from all over the world are gathering in Birmingham, Ala. to mark the occasion.

ON EVE OF MUSTANG’S 45TH ANNIVERSARY, FORD AND BARRETT-JACKSON AUCTION THREE HISTORIC PONY CARS

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 16:00:00 EST

On the eve of the 45th anniversary of the Ford Mustang, Ford is offering automobile enthusiasts a rare opportunity to own a piece of pony car history and help a deserving charity at the same time.

FORD CONCLUDES LOOK BACK AT LEGENDARY MUSTANG ON EVE OF ICON’S 45TH ANNIVERSARY

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 16:00:00 EST

After four and a half decades on the road, the Ford Mustang is still one of America’s most beloved automobiles.

MUSTANG FACTS: 1994 – PRESENT

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 16:00:00 EST

MUSTANG FACTS: 1994 – PRESENT

MUSTANG’S 45TH ANNIVERSARY DRIVES THOUSANDS OF ENTHUSIASTS TO ALABAMA

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 09:00:00 EST

Thousands of Mustang enthusiasts from all over the world will converge in Birmingham, Ala. on April 17, 2009 – officially declared “Mustang Day” by the state of Alabama – to celebrate the 45th anniversary of an American icon: the Ford Mustang.

AS MUSTANG’S 45TH ANNIVERSARY APPROACHES, FORD CONTINUES NOSTALGIC LOOK BACK: 1983 TO 1993

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 00:00:00 EST

The Ford Mustang is America’s favorite muscle car, and it has been for nearly a half century.

MUSTANG FACTS: 1983 – 1993

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 00:00:00 EST

MUSTANG FACTS: 1983 – 1993

AS 45TH ANNIVERSARY OF MUSTANG APPROACHES, FORD CONTINUES NOSTALGIC LOOK BACK AT AMERICAN ICON

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 09:00:00 EST

More than 9 million Mustangs have been sold since Ford first introduced the iconic pony car in 1964. After four and a half decades on the market, the Ford Mustang continues to captivate car buyers throughout the world.

MUSTANG FACTS: 1974 – 1982

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 09:00:00 EST

MUSTANG FACTS: 1974 – 1982

FORD’S ROMEO ENGINE PLANT PRODUCES 10 MILLIONTH ENGINE, CONTINUES TO POWER FORD ICONS

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 08:00:00 EST

After years of delivering power to two of Ford Motor Company’s iconic products, the Ford F-150 and Mustang, Romeo Engine Plant has reached a historic milestone – the production of its 10 millionth engine.

SUPER HIGH-OUTPUT HERITAGE: NEW TAURUS SHO REVIVES PERFORMANCE MODEL FROM 1989-1999

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 00:01:00 EST

Taurus SHO is back for 2010 in a contemporary yet authentic interpretation of its Super High Output “sleeper” heritage.

KEY FACTS ABOUT THE INTERMITTENT WINDSHIELD WIPER ISSUE

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 09:00:00 EST

The film "Flash of Genius" chronicles the life story of Bob Kearns, who asserted that he invented the intermittent windshield wiper and sued Ford, Chrysler and other automakers for patent infringement. While films like "Flash of Genius" are made for entertainment purposes, the facts are often less dramatic.

FORD MOTOR COMPANY FUND EDUCATION CENTER FORMALLY OPENS AT GETTYSBURG NATIONAL MILITARY PARK

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 09:00:00 EST

The Ford Motor Company Fund Education Center at Gettysburg was officially opened today as part of the grand opening of the new Museum and Visitor Center at Gettysburg National Military Park. The Education Center was made possible by a $3 million grant from Ford Motor Company Fund and Community Services, the philanthropic arm of Ford Motor Company.

FORD MUSTANG STORIES AS TOLD THROUGH SHORT FILMS TO AIR DURING NBC’S KNIGHT RIDER SERIES

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 09:00:00 EST

With worldwide Mustang enthusiasts anticipating the reveal of the 2010 Ford Mustang, those passionate about the iconic pony car are using the time before launch to tell their stories about their favorite muscle car through the essay contest at www.the2010mustang.com. Filmmakers also now get to share their "Mustang Stories," thanks to an innovative campaign recently launched between Ford, JWT Team Detroit, and Filmaka, a global digital entertainment studio and celebrated online creative community.

MODEL Ts VISIT FORD WORLD HEADQUARTERS

Mon, 08 Sep 2008 09:00:00 EST

More than 100 Model Ts and their owners visited Ford Motor Company World Headquarters on Friday as part of the centennial celebration of "the car that put America on wheels."

FORD MODEL T SUPPLIERS STILL HELPING PUT THE WORLD ON WHEELS

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 09:00:00 EST

They made the carburetors, spark plugs, windshields, sheet metal and bearings for the "car that put the world on wheels." As Henry Ford's Model T reaches its 100th anniversary, Ford Motor Company is also celebrating the teamwork and ingenuity of the original Model T suppliers that are still part of Ford's extended family.

TIN LIZZIE TURNS 100, REFLECTING FORD’S LEGACY OF BRINGING TECHNOLOGY, FEATURES TO THE MASSES

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 09:00:00 EST

A century after the Model T put the world on wheels, Ford continues building on its tradition with industry-leading, high-volume technologies including SYNC and EcoBoost engines, a new fuel-efficient powertrain lineup, a new small car for the world as well as America's most head-turning crossover and most-capable pickup.

FORD'S PIQUETTE PLANT, BIRTHPLACE OF MODEL T, WELCOMES VISITORS DURING CENTENNIAL RESTORATION

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 09:00:00 EST

While much has been written about Ford Motor Company’s famed Rouge and Highland Park plants, the actual birthplace of the Model T is often overlooked.

TOP 10 WAYS FORD'S MODEL T CHANGED THE WORLD

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 09:00:00 EST

This year, Ford Motor Company is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the car credited with “putting the world on wheels,” the Model T. Henry Ford’s iconic vehicle, which officially brought the world into the age of the “horseless carriage,” also is responsible for hundreds of innovations that jumpstarted the automotive industry as we know it. This list focuses on the 10 most important influences of the Model T and how the world was forever changed by them.

Model T Centennial Event Schedule - May-Oct 2008

Thu, 29 May 2008 09:00:00 EST

As Ford Motor Company prepares to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Model T, many events across the U.S.A. are showcasing the "car that put America on wheels." To help you plan, here's the calendar!

CAN HISTORY BE REPEATED? SELECT GLOBAL UNIVERSITY STUDENTS COMPETE TO CREATE 21ST CENTURY MODEL T

Mon, 12 May 2008 10:00:00 EST

A century after the Model T put the world on wheels, Ford is challenging five universities from around the world to dream big and create a Model T concept for this century.

AMERICA’S FAVORITE MUSCLE CAR HITS 9 MILLION MARK; SPECIAL MUSTANG MAKES ITS HOME IN IOWA

Tue, 06 May 2008 14:00:00 EST

Iowa farmer Thomas Krumm went to his local Ford dealer to order a Mustang GT convertible and unwittingly ordered a piece of history – his Mustang is the 9 millionth built by Ford Motor Company.

‘KING OF THE ROAD’ RUMBLE SIGNALS POWER

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 09:00:00 EST

As the new 2008 Shelby GT500KR makes its debut as the new King of the Road, Ford SVT Chief Vehicle Engineer Kerry Baldori and Shelby Automobiles team members find it difficult to pinpoint their favorite achievement.

FORD SHELBY GT500KR ROARS INTO PRODUCTION

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 12:00:00 EST

Automotive legend Carroll Shelby shares his 85th birthday with a new performance standout – the 540-horsepower 2008 GT500KR, which begins production today.

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FORD MOTOR CREDIT COMPANY MARKS 50-YEAR MILESTONE

FORD MUSTANG MAKES MOVIE MAGIC FOR 45 YEARS

THE GREAT MUSTANG DEBATE: 1964½ OR 1965?

ORIGINAL 1964½ MUSTANG OWNERS HEAD DOWN MEMORY LANE, ALABAMA FOR PONY CAR’S 45TH ANNIVERSARY

MUSTANG CELEBRATES 45 YEARS AS KING OF THE AMERICAN ROAD

ON EVE OF MUSTANG’S 45TH ANNIVERSARY, FORD AND BARRETT-JACKSON AUCTION THREE HISTORIC PONY CARS

FORD CONCLUDES LOOK BACK AT LEGENDARY MUSTANG ON EVE OF ICON’S 45TH ANNIVERSARY

MUSTANG FACTS: 1994 &ndash; PRESENT

MUSTANG’S 45TH ANNIVERSARY DRIVES THOUSANDS OF ENTHUSIASTS TO ALABAMA

AS MUSTANG’S 45TH ANNIVERSARY APPROACHES, FORD CONTINUES NOSTALGIC LOOK BACK: 1983 TO 1993

MUSTANG FACTS: 1983 &ndash; 1993

AS 45TH ANNIVERSARY OF MUSTANG APPROACHES, FORD CONTINUES NOSTALGIC LOOK BACK AT AMERICAN ICON

MUSTANG FACTS: 1974 &ndash; 1982

FORD’S ROMEO ENGINE PLANT PRODUCES 10 MILLIONTH ENGINE, CONTINUES TO POWER FORD ICONS

SUPER HIGH-OUTPUT HERITAGE: NEW TAURUS SHO REVIVES PERFORMANCE MODEL FROM 1989-1999

KEY FACTS ABOUT THE INTERMITTENT WINDSHIELD WIPER ISSUE

FORD MOTOR COMPANY FUND EDUCATION CENTER FORMALLY OPENS AT GETTYSBURG NATIONAL MILITARY PARK

FORD MUSTANG STORIES AS TOLD THROUGH SHORT FILMS TO AIR DURING NBC’S KNIGHT RIDER SERIES

MODEL Ts VISIT FORD WORLD HEADQUARTERS

FORD MODEL T SUPPLIERS STILL HELPING PUT THE WORLD ON WHEELS

TIN LIZZIE TURNS 100, REFLECTING FORD’S LEGACY OF BRINGING TECHNOLOGY, FEATURES TO THE MASSES

FORD'S PIQUETTE PLANT, BIRTHPLACE OF MODEL T, WELCOMES VISITORS DURING CENTENNIAL RESTORATION

TOP 10 WAYS FORD'S MODEL T CHANGED THE WORLD

Model T Centennial Event Schedule - May-Oct 2008

CAN HISTORY BE REPEATED? SELECT GLOBAL UNIVERSITY STUDENTS COMPETE TO CREATE 21ST CENTURY MODEL T

AMERICA’S FAVORITE MUSCLE CAR HITS 9 MILLION MARK; SPECIAL MUSTANG MAKES ITS HOME IN IOWA

‘KING OF THE ROAD’ RUMBLE SIGNALS POWER

FORD SHELBY GT500KR ROARS INTO PRODUCTION

MUSTANG FACTS: 1994 – PRESENT

MUSTANG FACTS: 1983 – 1993

MUSTANG FACTS: 1974 – 1982