Archives for July 2015
WHAT TYPE OF FORD ARE YOU?!
TAKE THIS QUIZ TO FIND OUT!
CLICK THE IMAGE BELOW TO LEARN THE TRUTH.
Throwback To FORD Classics: 60’s SWOON
Music To Our Ears : FORD’s musical cameos
Jason Michael Carroll – Where I’m From
“…The truck’s a Ford and the tractor’s green…”
Brantley Gilbert – My Kinda Party
“…Oh baby, you can find me.
In the back of a Ford truck tailgate.
Sittin’ ‘round watchin’ all these pretty things…”
Colt Ford – Saddle Up
“…We ride Fords with lift kits…”
Neal McCoy – Tail on the Tailgate
“’74 Ford truck, rusted out an’ beat up.
Fire-engine red, been a part of the family
for years.”
Tracy Byrd – Redneck Roses
“…Step out of that old beat up Ford…”
Eric Church – Two Pink Lines
“…I pulled up slinging gravel in my Daddy’s Ford…”
Brooks and Dunn – Days of Thunder
“That old Ford is sure fast on the draw
Out gunned the Chevy’s and out run the law…”
Alan Jackson – Drive (for daddy gene)
“Just an old half ton short bed ford
My Uncle bought new in 64…”
Julianne Hough – That Song In My Head
“You were hanging your feet off
The tailgate of Billy Don’s Ford…”
Corb Lund Band- Truck Got Stuck
“The Chev got stuck and the Ford got stuck
But the Chev unstuck when the Dodge showed up
But the Dodge got stuck in the tractor rut,
Which eventually pulled out the Ford
With some difficulty…”
The Eagles – Take it Easy
“It’s a girl, my lord, in flatbed Ford…..”
Bruce Springsteen – One Step Up
“Went out and hopped in my old ford
Hit the engine but she aint turnin.”
Jason Aldean – Hicktown
“Little Jimmy Jackson is jackin’ up his Bronco
He’s gonna lay a little rubber later on at the truck pull”
Hank Williams – Hey Hey Good Lookin
“I got a Hot-Rod Ford
And a two-dollar bill
And I know a spot
Right over the hill…”
POP QUIZ: Lamarque University Summer School
1. What is the 2015 F-150’s body made of?
Carbon Fiber
Aluminum
Fiberglass
Steel
2. The 2015 F-150 has an omnibody construction.
Is the above statement true or false?
True
False
3. The 2015 Ford F-150 comes with two engine options.
True
false
4. The 2015 Ford F-150 has a starting MSRP of…
$40,895
$50,000
$25,800
$29,100
5. The 2015 Ford F-150 can pull as much as…
7,600 lbs
12,200 lbs
10,000 lbs
5,000 lbs
Answers: Aluminum, false, false, 25800, 12200
Don’t Agonize. ACCESSORIZE: Pimp Your Ride
30 Awesomely Useful Car Accessories For Under $100
1. Jump-start your car and phone with an Antigravity Battery.
Fits in your pocket, powers your truck and iPad, and comes with jumper cables, USB cables, and even a laptop cable. Your road trips are now a lot less scary.
2. Keep an eye on danger with these 2-inch blind spot mirrors.
You can’t fix bad drivers and blind spots, but being more aware of both is always a good thing.
3. Stop letting your car seat gap eat your phone with the Drop Stop.
Finally, a solution to the Carmuda Triangle.
4. Stick your stuff on your dashboard with Heininger’s DashGrip gel pads.
Easy to apply and easy to clean, so you’re not left with any of that weird white stuff on your beautiful dashboard.
5. Get rid of those funky smells instantly with the Ozium Air Freshener.
Ozium
Not everyone loves the smell of a car’s secrets, but luckily that’s easy to fix.
6. Seal a flat tire quickly with a can of Fix A Flat.
Flat tires are inevitable, but your misery is optional. Attach the can’s hose to your tire and watch the magic happen.
7. Easily know your tire pressure with Tekton’s Digital Tire Gauge.
Late-night riders will really enjoy its light up screen and nozzle, making every other gauge seem useless.
8. Save your life with Resqme’s Seatbelt Cutter/Window Breaker tool.
Hope that you’ll never need to use it, but always keep it around just in case.
9. Give your car Bluetooth superpowers with Mpow’s Streambot FM Transmitter.
Use your phone’s music and take calls without the hassle or the heartbreak ofactually installing something.
10. Step into the future with Pioneer’s MVH-X370BT Digital Media Stereo.
For those looking to fully up their car audio game. Comes with Bluetooth, a USB port, and even works with Siri for iPhone owners.
11. Keep your butt comfortable with the WonderGel Extreme Seat Cushion.
The ultra soft durable gel molds to your behind, making your driver’s seat a cloud of amazing comfort.
12. Protect your neck with TravelMate’s Memory Foam Neck Pillow.
Those super irritating traffic jams just got a little bit easier. The pillow even retains heat to relax the muscles in your neck.
13. Clean up your messes with ArmorAll’s Wet/Dry Vaccum.
Now you have no excuse to clean up those stale french fries and that old soda that have been in your car for way too long.
14. Put all of your trash in one place with High Road’s Leakproof Litter Basket.
Finally, people can actually use your backseat without having to sit next to those empty bottles you’ve been “saving.”
15. Record any road accident with Dowson’s Car Dashboard Video Recorder.
Save yourself from a giant fine or even jail time.
16. Widen your view with Broadway’s 400-millimeter Type A Rear View Mirror.
Especially good at reducing that annoying glare from someone who forgot to turn off their high beams.
17. Spend a comfortable night in your car with Trademark’s Plaid Electric Blanket.
Trademark
Crazy bar night or snowstorm forcing you to sleep in your car for evening? No problem.
18. Clean your car fast with a bottle of Optimum’s No Rinse Wash & Shine.
Because there’s no need to rinse and hence less water to use, you save on your water bill and save the environment from nasty soap chemicals.
19. Improve your visibility in the rain with a bottle of Rain-X.
It’s like having a force field against rain for ultimate comfort and safety while driving. Also removes frost, ice, and even bugs really easily.
20. Keep liquid off of your car’s bottom with OxGord’s Rubber Floor Mats.
You can finally spend a day at the beach without having to spend an hour cleaning your car afterward.
21. Keep your phone in place with iOttie’s Car Mount.
Works with all modern phones, even the ones that are a bit too big for your face.
22. Be ready for sticky situations with AAA’s 42 Piece Emergency Road Assistance Kit.
Bandages: $2. Jumper Cables: $12. Being able to save yourself from a bad accident: Priceless.
23. Organize your junk with Honey-Can-Do’s Trunk Organizer.
In addition to holding your essential tools, it also makes for the world’s best grocery bag holder.
24. Store all of your important papers in one place with Auto Expressions’ Glove Box Organizer.
Nothing impresses a police officer like neat, organized papers.
25. Maintain your leather seats for life with a bottle of Leather Honey.
The most hassle-free way to keep your car’s interior classy.
26. Give new life to your headlights with 3M’s Headlight Lens Restoration Kit.
An old-school ride is flattering, but old-school headlights are dangerous. Save yourself a trip to the shop and a ton of cash with a simple process.
27. Keep your interior looking brand new with Carrand’s Duster.
Dust won’t exactly help your car’s value, so make sure it’s never there in the first place.
28. Work or eat in your car comfortably with Zone Tech’s Steering Wheel Desk.
Just remember, friends don’t let friends eat and drive.
29. Power your tablet and phone quickly with Anker’s 2-Port Rapid USB Car Charger.
Charge your device the fastest way possible, even if you’re taking just a 10-minute joyride.
30. Solve your car’s problems and more with the Automatic Smart Driving Assistant.
Plug in Automatic’s scanner to your car’s diagnostic port and see why your check engine light is on and gas-saving tips. The scanner can also detect if you get into an accident and connect you to a crash alert agent, getting you the help you need.
This list brought to you by the brilliant minds of Buzzfeed.
FORD on the Brain: POP QUIZ!
Ford Motor Company
What do you know about the Ford Motor Company?
Take this quick A.E. Motors Ultimate Cars Challenge.
“Check Your Answers” at the end of the quiz.
1. Based in Dearborn, Michigan, a suburb of Detroit, the automaker was founded by Henry Ford.
WHAT year was it founded?Cars Trivia from Alan’s Fun Trivia Quizzes
June 16, 1903
June 16, 1913
June 16, 1923
2. Ford was launched in a converted factory in 1903 with $28,000 in cash from twelve investors.
WHO were notable investors?
John and Horace Dodge
John Chrysler
William Olds
3. WHAT was the car name in 1903?
Model A
Model K
Model S
4. WHEN was the Model T introduced?
1905
1906
1908
5. By 1919, WHAT was the percentage of cars sold in the United States made by Ford?
25%
50%
75%
6., WHO succeeded Henry Ford as president of the company, although Henry still kept a hand in management in 1919?
Edsel Ford
Hiram Johnson
Ben Malone
7. In 1927, WHAT model replaced the Model T?
Model R
Model V
Model A
8. WHEN did Ford expanded its reach into the luxury auto market through its acquisition of the Lincoln Motor Company, named for Abraham Lincoln whom Henry Ford admired?
February 4, 1922
February 4, 1932
February 4, 1942
9. After Bantam invented the Jeep, the War Department handed production over to Ford.
True or False?
10. WHAT was the aircraft Ford built at their Willow Run plant during World War Two?
P-51 Mustang
P-38 Lighting
B-24 Liberator
Ford Motor Company
[Answers]
1) A. 2) A. 3) A. 4) C. 5) B. 6) A. 7) C. (redesigned) 8) A. 9) True 10) C.
Ford CRUSHES IT Per Usual
Ford dominated this year’s AutoPacific 2015 Vehicle Satisfaction Awards. The awards
recognize huge achievement in the car industry as they take into account over fifty
aspects of consumer satisfaction. These aspects rae from technical manufacturing
criteria to safety, style and comfort. Ford thoroughly impressed both owners and judges,
landing them two incredibly important wins.
First, the Ford F-Series Super Duty, with best-in-class horsepower and standard torque,
was awarded the Vehicle Satisfaction Award for heavy-duty pick-ups.
If that wasn’t exciting enough, the Ford F-150 took the award for light-duty pick-ups
along with the second highest owner score ever recorded and the highest rating EVER for
a truck!
Whether you’ve owned a Ford a not, the results of the AutoPacific 2015 Vehicle
Satisfaction Awards speak for themselves: Ford makes the best trucks!
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The “Batcave” of the Ford GT
The upcoming Ford GT that is set to hit the market in 2016 has been labeled a “supercar,” not only because it has the most powerful EcoBoost engine that Ford has ever produced, but also because even with its design paying tribute to the late Daytona racing models, it has the same sophistication and edge that is reminiscent of the Bat Mobile seen in Batman’s secret cave.
And while we’re on the subject of secret caves, the Ford GT has got its own. While its true that the “cave” may not have all the glitz and glamour of Batman’s, its definitely something to write home about! The “secret underground lab” that the GT was made in, has cool set-ups like foam-renderings and other technology. Check it out in the videos below!
FORD LOGOS: A History
1903-1909
This script lettering was first used on company correspondence, before being put on the first production car, the Model A. It was designed by C. Harold Will. The art nouveau border that was included on the logo was very fashionable at the time.
1909-1912
The script that was written in this elongated form was known as the “script with wings”. It was used up until 1912, when the current font that we can see today on Ford vehicles was born.
1912
This writing appears to be influenced by Henry Ford’s own signature.
1912-1927
The oval that was added was first used in 1907 by British agents Perry, Thornton, and Schreiber-predecessors of the original Ford Motor Company Limited of Great Britain. This oval presented Ford as being the “hallmark for reliability and economy”.
1927-2003
From 1927 onward, the use of this logo was deemphasized and then dropped all together. Overtime the oval that had encircled the Ford logo in times past got slimmer and more refined. Other than the standard blue color that had always been used, alternate colors of black and white were also tested out around 1961.
2003-present
Today the Ford logo still has that same iconic blue oval, but has been made to look more modernized with a silver lining around its font and a white hue added to the lettering. It is a very simple, yet elegant design that was created on the 100th Anniversary of Ford Motor Company. The “Centennial Blue Oval” is widely considered as one of the most successful car logos in the world.