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Ford Focus EV - Initial Drive

A lot of hype has been circulating around about one particular Ford, although they are all worth of mention. But alas, the Ford Focus EV (aka - electric vehicle) is going for a test drive, before it comes to Manhattan Ford of 787 11th Ave. New York, NY 10019. Motor Trend was the lucky bidder, allowing them to test drive Ford's Focus EV. Buckle up! 

"The Focus EV is powered by a 141-hp permanent magnet…

We here at Manhattan Ford love seeing the Ford Mustang on the streets of New York City. Its retro styling and daring performance simply demand attention, and we're guessing we're not the only ones who don't mind giving it.

With such a dedicated fan base, we know that anything Ford has planned for the Mustang in the coming years is sure to have a big impact. That's why we're here…

Ford’s Super Duty Engine Assists the Military

Ford Super Duty trucks are exactly what the name describes.  They are reliable, tough, and powerful, and the United States military is not going to disagree. In a prototype, which was created as part of a test for the newest Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) to equip the United States Army, one armaments corporation installed a Ford engine underneath the steel, bulletproof hood of their combat vehicle model.

The military defense trio of BAE Systems…

At Manhattan Ford, we are aware the Ford F-Series Super Duty is big, both and size and for the company. Therefore, it is difficult for us not to be a little giddy about the announcement of an all-new model in the F-Series Super Duty line-up on March 9.

You may have caught a glimpse of the truck that has been circulating on the internet.  One noticeable feature is the dominating upright grille in between its…

Ford Shelby GT500 Convertible Drops In On Fun

When Ford introduced their Shelby enhanced Mustang GT500 at the 2012 North American International Auto Show in January, fans could not contain their excitement. An over 600-HP Mustang is something we haven't seen on the reg since the 1960s. 

For those looking to cruise (and not street race) in their Shelby GT500, Ford has now introduced a convertible variant of the vehicle, available soon through Manhattan ford in New York in New York, NY…

Ford’s Board of Directors Welcomes Jon Huntsman

Jon Huntsman's r?sum? is pretty evolved, including Governor of Utah, US Ambassador to China, and recently an attempt at the White House. However, there is a new industry on the horizon for Jon, and it's the auto industry. Sources claim that Huntsman will be a new member of Ford Motor Company's Board of Directors, and this is going to happen very soon. 

Not only does the 51 year old Huntsman's…

Ford & NPR Create FordSync App

If you like to catch the news on your way into work, or whenever you're driving your car, Ford has just the thing for you. Thanks to its partnership with NPR, there is a new app being released by NPR for smartphones and onboard car systems such as the FordSync system. 

Last year, AppLink was created for 2011 Ford Fiesta owners, which can interface and control vehicle-tailored apps. NPR is now included in AppLink…

2013 Ford Fusion Hits Detroit’s Auto Show

We at Manhattan Ford in New York, NY already feel our current line up of Ford Fusion models is setting the sedan bar higher, when compared to the competition. But just when we thought Fusion couldn't get better, the American auto maker introduced their 2013 concept at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. 

Ford took design queues from the European Mondeo midsize sedan when coming up with this Fusion concept. With the…

Ford F-150 Pickup Declared Motor Trend 'Truck of the Year'

Fantastic Ford has scored themselves another award - 2012 Motor Trend Truck of the Year?. This time it's for the F-150 pickup truck. Among the other models the Ford F-150 championed are the NV, HD Laramie Longhorn and Tacoma.

To win the venerable Motor Trend 'Truck of the Year' award, the Ford F-150 had to prove it won't cave under pressure. Ford colorfully depicts the tests as torture. When the weeklong process closed, however…

Ford Mustang Shelby GT Hits 200 MPH

According to Shelby, their 2013 GT500 Ford Mustang will reach a top speed of 200 MPH and remain street legal. We're not sure how that is possible with a 650-horsepower V8, but the people at Manhattan Ford in New York, NY can't wait to get their hands on one! 

"Engineers say [Mustang] will just top 200 mph, but will be street legal -- and tame enough in traffic to be your daily driver, as…

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