National Press Release

DEARBORN, Mich., April 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --

Ford Introduces Purchase Plan to Boost Consumer Confidence

Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) is doing its part to rebuild faith in the marketplace by introducing the new Ford Advantage Plan, the most comprehensive program available to boost consumer buying confidence. Through the program, if customers who purchased a new Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle lose their jobs, Ford will cover payments up to $700 for up to 12 months. Zero percent financing on select vehicles also is available through Ford's financing partner, Ford Motor Credit. Ford also will assist charities impacted by the economic downturn through a partnership program with its dealers. more...

Steven Kinkade | skinkade@ford.com | 313.248.1051

2010 Fusion Hybrid Named 'Top Safety Pick', Adds to Best Fuel Economy

Proving that a high level of safety can come in a midsize package, the all-new 2010 Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan and their hybrid versions have received the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's "Top Safety Pick" rating. Offering the best combination of safety and fuel economy, Fusion and Milan hybrids join the Escape and Mercury Mariner hybrids as the only vehicles in their segments with leading fuel economy, "Top Safety Pick" awards and exclusive safety technologies. more...

Wes Sherwood | wsherwoo@ford.com | 313.390.5600

2010 Shelby GT500 Delivers More Powerful Punch, Increased Fuel Mileage

The new 2010 Shelby GT500 delivers the most power and refinement ever from a Ford SVT-tuned performance Mustang. A supercharged and intercooled 5.4-liter dual overhead cam V-8 engine produces 540 horsepower at 6,200 rpm and 510 ft.-lb. of torque at 4,500 rpm. Improved acceleration and 2 mpg improvement in highway fuel economy comes complimentary from new gearbox enhancements and a standard 3.55:1 rear axle ratio. Design cues also have been taken from the original Shelby Cobra from the 1960s for a more-refined interior. more...

Alan Hall | ahall32@ford.com | 313.594.3744

EPA Recognizes Ford's Commitment to Environment

Ford's efforts to reduce the amount of energy used to manufacture vehicles and support its U.S. operations have earned it the U.S. Environmental Agency's 2009 ENERGY STAR Award for the fourth consecutive year. Actions taken by Ford have improved energy efficiency in the country by 5 percent in 2008, resulting in a savings of $16 million. Since 2000, Ford's energy efficiency has improved by 35 percent - the equivalent of the annual energy consumed by more than 150,000 homes. more...

Jennifer Moore | jmoor186@ford.com | 313.248.2335

Ford Looks Back at the Resurgence of the Performance Mustang: 1983 to 1993

Ford is taking a look back at the iconic Mustang as the company, along with the Mustang Club of America, celebrates Mustang's 45th anniversary on April 17, 2009. From 1983 to 1993, Team Mustang focused on the resurgence of the performance Mustang, and that translated into one thing - fast. The year 1983 brought back the convertible, as well as the "Boss," returning Mustang to its roots as a performance vehicle. By 1987, Mustang was ready for a change, and it came with a restyled "aero-look" body. This period also brought on SVT's introduction in 1993 of a limited production Mustang Cobra - a complete success. more...

Alan Hall | ahall32@ford.com | 313.594.3744

About Ford Motor Company

Ford Motor Company, a global automotive industry leader based in Dearborn, Mich., manufactures or distributes automobiles in 200 markets across six continents. With about 213,000 employees and about 90 plants worldwide, the company's wholly owned brands include Ford, Lincoln, Mercury and Volvo. The company provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. For more information regarding Ford's products, please visit www.ford.com.

SOURCE Ford Motor Company