Downloadable 2017 Ford Fusion Brochure

WESTLAND, Mich.–– With a stylish new look and some new and improved features, the 2017 Ford Fusion has made a name for itself this year. Its improved gas mileage and safety features help to set it apart from the competition. The Fusion's EcoBoost technology also increases the life of the vehicle and helps you to make the most of every fill-up. Download the 2017 Ford Fusion Brochure to take a closer look at some of the dynamic features Ford has to offer!

Download the 2017 Ford Fusion Brochure

The Fusion's biggest benefit is its focus on safety. Its new Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) keeps you actively aware of vehicles or hazards to the left or right of you. The Pre-Collision Assist technology provides you with collision warnings, brake assistance, and radar technology to keep the front of your vehicle protected from potential dangers. All of these features, coupled with park assist programs and a rear view camera on the vehicle's center display, keep the drivers of this vehicle safe and ready to face the road ahead. Download the 2017 Ford Fusion Brochure to read more about these unique features and some of the other benefits the vehicle has to offer!

Come visit us at North Brothers Ford to test drive the 2017 Ford Fusion or one of our many Ford vehicles we have to offer! North Brothers Ford is located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185 and proudly serves as one of the premier dealerships in Metro Detroit, and is committed to exceptional customer service! Stop by or give us a call at 888-806-7163, our knowledgeable and helpful sales team will be more than happy to assist you!

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Ford Triples Autonomous Vehicle Fleet and Adds New Sensors

Ford Fusion Hybrid autonomous vehicles with their four current Velodyne sensors

WESTLAND, Mich. –– Ford is tripling its autonomous vehicle fleet and adding new sensors to what will now be 30 Fusion Hybrid autonomous vehicles. This action will triple the fleet from 10 vehicles by adding an additional 20 Fusion Hybrids.

The large addition of vehicles to its autonomous fleet indicates Ford's leadership in the pioneering of driverless technology. Tripling its fleet of Fusion Hybrid autonomous vehicles will make it the largest autonomous-vehicle fleet of any automaker.

Ford tripling its autonomous vehicle fleet and adding new sensors will improve the automaker's ability to test and develop technologies in the realm of autonomous vehicles as part of its Ford Smart Mobility Plan, mainly in various driving environments throughout California, Arizona, and Michigan. This includes the testing and development of connectivity, mobility, autonomous vehicles, the customer experience, and data and analytics, according to Ford.

“Using the most advanced technology and expanding our test fleet are clear signs of our commitment to make autonomous vehicles available for millions of people,” said Raj Nair, Ford executive vice president, Global Product Development, and chief technical officer. “With more autonomous vehicles on the road, we are accelerating the development of software algorithms that serve to make our vehicles even smarter.”

To help push into new territories of autonomous vehicle technology development, Ford is using Velodyne's latest LiDAR sensors––called Solid-State Hybrid Ultra PUCK Auto because of its hockey puck size and design. These sensors are abel to detect up to a range of roughly 600 ft, and are the first sensors specifically made for equipment of a vehicle.

One of the new Velodyne sensors that will replace the four seen in the photo above

The Ultra PUCK sensors will enhance Ford's autonomous vehicle technology in the area of strategic decision making and awareness on the road. Two new, lighter and sleeker sensors will replace four old LiDAR sensors that are less reasonable on a vehicle like the Fusion Hybrid, yet the new sensors will still accomplish collecting the same amount of data for testing because of their ability to be placed on more strategic areas of the vehicle.

There has been a deluge of information coming in about Ford's role in the advancement of autonomous vehicle technology. If you'd like to learn more about what they're doing to preserve the traditional role of the automobile while also continuing forward into a future that holds many broader possibilities for transportation, feel free to read more here. We're happy to provide you with information about the latest trends in the industry, as well as what advancements Ford is making with driverless cars.

North Brothers Ford is located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185 and proudly serves as one of the premier dealerships in Metro Detroit, and is committed to exceptional customer service! Stop by or give us a call at 888-806-7163, our knowledgeable and helpful sales team will be more than happy to assist you!

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The "Need-to-Know" About the "Nearly Double" 2014 Fusion Hybrid

WESTLAND, Mich - Were you one of the millions that tuned into the Super Bowl XLVIII last night? If so, you probably saw dozens of great commercials. Naturally, one of our personal favorites is of course Ford Motor Company's "Nearly Double" ad with Rob Riggle and James Franco. In case you were too busy chatting with friends or enjoying some game day food, we are here to fill you in on what you missed. We have all of the "Need-to-Know" about the "Nearly Double" 2014 Fusion Hybrid!

After a little preview last night, it is necessary that we fill you in on all that greatness that the 2014 Ford Fusion is. The EPA-estimated rating of 47 miles per gallon while driving in the city, on the highway, or a combination of both, is just one of the many incredible features this vehicle has to offer.

The gas engine and electric motor work together to give the Fusion 188 net horsepower, allowing the car to travel up to 85 mph on electric power alone. The gas engine kicks in extra power when necessary, like when the driver is passing or merging. The 2014 Ford Fusion's braking system also encompasses efficiency, capturing up to 90 percent of the energy that is normally lost through heat when braking. The system also recycles energy to recharge the hybrid battery.

If all of that wasn't enough, the Fusion gives customers a very nice ride. The eCVT, or Electronically controlled continuously variable transmission, gives the Fusion seamless, gearless shifting. It also compensates for changing vehicle speeds, maintaining the engine level at the peak of efficiency. An aerodynamic design gives the Fusion the ability to reduce aerodynamic drag and also increase efficiency.

And just incase you missed it...here is the nearly twice as long Ford Motor Company 2014 Super Bowl commercial:



Now that you have the "Need-to-Know" about the "Nearly Double" 2014 Fusion Hybrid, you can Calculate Your Fuel Economy on your current vehicle to see if a Ford car can nearly double your rating!

North Brothers Ford is proud to offer the widest selection of Ford cars, trucks, SUVs, and crossovers.We will help you find the Ford that will be the most fuel efficient and meet all of your driving needs. Stop by North Brothers Ford, your local Ford Dealer in Garden City or any of the surrounding areas, today to test-drive your dream vehicle.

North Brothers Ford, located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185, is proud to be one of the premier dealerships in Southeast Michigan committed to exceptional customer service! Stop by or give us a call at (888) 806-7163, our knowledgeable sales team will be happy to help!

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Ford Motor Company Breaks Hybrid Vehicle Sales Record

WESTLAND, Mich.- Supplying an unprecedented customer demand for electrified vehicles, Ford Motor Company has broke its previous full-year hybrid sales record in just the first five months of 2013! And according to Ford's U.S. sales analyst, the success the automaker is experiencing with hybrids has energized the whole company!

With projected sales of 37,000 through May, Ford Motor Company broke its hybrid vehicle sales record of 35,496 vehicles back in 2010. That's an increase of over 375% over the same time last year! Thanks to the product strength of the automaker's electrified vehicle line up, Ford's market share has grown to an all-time-high 15.5%, making Ford second only to Toyota for the number of hybrid vehicles sold in the United States!

The Ford C-MAX Hybrid, Ford C-MAX Energi, Ford Fusion Hybrid, and Ford Fusion Energi have continued to draw new customers to the Ford brand from competitors like Toyota and Honda. In fact, the Ford Fusion Hybrid has been so popular, that dealers are having trouble keeping them on the lot. Attracting customers with its impressive fuel economy and new stylish design, the Fusion has a turn rate of just 14 days on average, and only 10 days in key markets like Los Angeles!

It's no secret that drivers are demanding improved fuel economy in today's vehicles. Ranked No. 1 in fuel economy customer satisfaction by J.D. Power, Ford is delivering what customers want without making them sacrifice design, technology, or comfort.

If you want the best of both worlds, fuel efficiency and stylish design, then come check out the New Ford Cars For Sale at our Plymouth Area Ford Dealership! And we can help you drive home in a new Ford Hybrid vehicle with our Car Loans! North Brothers Ford, located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185, is proud to be one of the premier dealerships in Southeast Michigan committed to exceptional customer service! Stop by or give us a call at (888) 806-7163, our knowledgable sales team will be happy to help!

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