• The USA TODAY app allows media-hungry users to satiate their appetite for news, sports and more on their phone or tablet    

• With Ford SYNC^® AppLink^? integration, drivers now just have to tell their car, "Play news story" or "Listen to sports stories" to get the latest news on the go

Ford Motor Company built American icons like the Ford Mustang. Ford is as American as apple pie. It believes in investing in local communities to keep America growing strong. Ford's community relations arm, Ford Motor Company Fund (Ford Fund), launched an important initiative in Detroit to strengthen neighborhoods and provide support for education, summer jobs programs and other community needs. The $10 million program is called Operation Brighter Future - Detroit and it is part of approximately $60 million program to help Southeastern Michigan during the past five years.

A centerpiece of the program is the new Ford Resource and…

Ever since gas prices have been going up and environmental concerns grow there is an ever increasing demand for greater fuel economy and hybrid model options.  New car buyers rate good fuel economy as the No. 1 priority in car buying decisions according to research from Ford. Consumer adoption of hybrid cars has been growing steadily over the past few years and now research shows 60 percent of today's buyers are considering hybrid vehicles…

The engine is the heart of the car. It is the passion and the roar that powers the wheels and makes the driving experience what it is. This year two of Ford's engines the fuel efficient 2.0-liter EcoBoost® four-cylinder engine and the 662-horse power 5.8-liter V8 were awarded a highly coveted 10 Best Engines trophy from the editors of WardsAuto World. This year's 10 Best Engines award is the third for the EcoBoost engine. The 5.8 liter V8 is the world's most powerful production V8 engine. Every fall, Ward's editors evaluate the latest…

Ford cars combine classic American motor design and innovation for the future.  Their cars inspire nostalgia and patriotism, while others are modern and universal, either way they share the same Ford quality and craftsmanship. This duality is exemplified by the two Ford cars that were listed on the prestigious 10Best List from Car and Driver Magazine. The 2013 Ford Mustang GT/Boss 302 is all about power, performance, and practically that has been the credo of Motown cars for decades. The 2013 Ford Focus stands for innovation and value. It is the way America builds super compact cars and we…

The amazing new 2013 Ford Focus shows Ford's deep commitment to safety. Ford Focus received a top safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) by earning a five-star Overall Vehicle Score in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) testing. The rigorous testing process simulates a vehicle performance in frontal and side-impact crash tests and evaluates a vehicle's resistance to rollover. Ford Focus performed superbly thanks to its next-generation designed front and side airbag technologies that tailor deployment to individual occupants.in addition, the Ford Focus includes segment-exclusive Safety Canopy® curtain airbags.

 Ford's innovative…

The 2013 Ford Escape is functional, practical, and a lot of fun. It is made well and has great value. These are not just opinions from a Ford enthusiast, Popular Mechanic magazine agrees because it named the 2013 Ford Escape the Car of the Year. This is the first time this reputable cars magazine has issued such an award and the Ford Escape is a great first choice. The editors at the publication selected the Ford Escape for the honor because it is "an affordable vehicle that excels…

 Once again Ford is being distinguished for its innovation in car safety. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) named the all-new 2013 Ford Fusion a Top Safety Pick. To earn a Top Safety Pick, a vehicle must receive a rating of "Good" in the very rigorous safety evaluations. Plus, the new Ford Fusion offers leading fuel economy and a broad line up to meet the different needs of today's drivers.

 The Ford Fusion features the Personal Safety System with new and improved safety belt technologies and frontal impact airbags. The Personal Safety System works to tailor the…

 Diversification is a great business strategy.  Ford as a smart and socially responsible company knows this to be true. For its efforts, Ford was honored as the Corporation of the Year from the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC). This is the fourth time Ford has received this prestigious honor, which recognizes the company's commitment to economically empowering minority, women and veteran-owned businesses. In addition, Ford was also listed by the Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) as one of America's Top Corporations for Women's Business Enterprises, a first for the automobile industry.

Ford's longstanding…

Looking for a 2013 Ford Mustang in the Arlington Heights-area? Look no further than Bob Rohrman Schaumburg Ford to find this classic and powerful sports car that combines excellent handling and performance with high-quality materials! Keep reading to find out more!