Ford Celebrates SEMA Hottest Vehicle Awards for the Second Consecutive Year

Ford Mustang, Ford Focus and Ford F-Series are officially the Hottest Coupe, Hottest Hatch and Hottest Truck of this year's Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show.  As if that isn't impressive enough, all three are back-to-back award winners this year, the 50th anniversary of the SEMA show.

The awards recognize the most popular vehicles the organization’s members feature in their displays at the weeklong event. 2015 marked the first time any Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) won three of the coveted awards; this year marks the first time an OEM has repeated the feat.

Hottest Coupe, Hottest Hatch & Hottest Truck of 2016

Mustang Sparco

The Ford Mustang has been a SEMA favorite for years; winning its fifth consecutive SEMA award is powerful proof of the car’s enduring popularity with the vehicle customization market. 

2016 Ford XLT 4x4 SuperCrew

From street rods to super off-roaders, Ford F-Series has long been one of the best canvases for customization.  Having won the Hottest Truck six times out of the seven the award has been given demonstrates the versatility of America's best-selling vehicle.

2016 Ford Focus RS by Full-Race Motorsports

Ford Focus has gained recognition among the aftermarket crowd in recent years, particularly with the addition of the ST performance model.  Last year, Focus captured its first SEMA hottest award in the Sport-Compact category.  Now, with the hot RS model coming to North America, Focus is being honored as the Hottest Hatch of the show.

Click here to read the full press release by Ford Motor Company.

Ford Explorer Makes Dramatic Return to TV on 'The X-Files'

Ford Explorer fans should be on the lookout for more than a UFO sighting in the return of "The X-Files"!  A Ford Explorer Platinum will carry FBI Agent Dana Scully (Gillian Anderson) throughout the highly anticipated six-episode series. 

“The X-Files” aired the first of its new episodes immediately following the NFC Championship game on Sunday, January 24th.

“Pairing the vehicle that set the bar for SUVs with the show that set the standard for sci-fi television is a great relationship,” said Ginger Kasanic, Ford marketing manager, SUVs and technology. “To be a part of an iconic television show that is so technology-centric is a perfect fit for Explorer – a vehicle loaded with driver-assist technology.”

Ford Explorer Platinum will be integrated into a scene from the second night of the show’s two-part premiere, slated to air at 8 p.m. EST/5 p.m. PST Monday, January 25th.

Along with the appearance of Explorer, an Escape, Mustang and black Taurus will be featured throughout the season as well, continuing Ford Motor Company’s long history with “The X-Files.” Ford vehicles were featured when the show debuted in 1993, with Agent Fox Mulder (David Duchovny) notably referring to his Ford Taurus as “a good American car.”

About Ford Explorer Platinum

• Ford Explorer is the best-selling SUV in the United States for 25 years.

• Since introduced as an all-new model for 2011, Explorer has achieved four consecutive years of sales increases in the United States.

• Ford Explorer Platinum debuted last fall with amenities that include a leather-wrapped interior, industry-exclusive 500-watt Sony® Audio System, and smart technology such as enhanced active park assist, a lane-keeping system and rain-sensing wipers.

 

2015 Ford Mustang Shines at Detroit Auto Show

It may be cold outside, but it's been top-down weather inside the 2014 International Auto Show in Detroit. The 2015 Ford Mustang has everyone talking, and for good reason...It was just named the BEST production car of the year!

Perfect timing, too. This year marks the Mustang's 50th anniversary, and you won't believe the incredible features it offers. And though the Ford Mustang has always been known for its good looks, there's no denying this one is truly impressive.

This video from the Detroit Auto Show gives a close-up look into the 2015 Ford Mustang:



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