Auto Talk: Ford recalls 10,000+ 2013 Escape crossovers for brake-pedal interference issue

A Ford factory employee noticed a potential issue with the carpet padding on the left side of the center console trim on the 2013 Ford Escape that has resulted in a recall of the hot-selling new crossover. If the padding gets out of position, it can push the trim piece out, reducing the clearance for the driver’s feet between the accelerator and brake pedal. When the driver moves his or her foot from the accelerator and brake, it foot might hit the side of the brake pedal and increase the stopping distance. Funk Flex


(Video) Auto Talk: Ford shows off Mustang Shelby GT500’s new launch control

Listen to the sage words of the late Carroll Shelby: “650 horsepower? Nobody else has it.” We’re guessing this footage was recorded a little while back, before the final certified rating of the 5.8-liter supercharged engine in the 2013 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 came in at 662 horsepower and 631 pound-feet of torque. Funk Flex


Auto Talk: Should GM And Ford Give Up On Selling Cars In Europe?

The economic turmoil, lack of consumer confidence and howls for “More austerity!” in Europe have delivered a UFC-like beating to every automaker’s books. And with some analysts still wondering if the current euro zone will even survive, it is obvious that it won’t be over soon. But is that a reason for both General Motors and Ford to stop doing business on the continent, as Automotive News Editor-in-Chief for Europe Luca Ciferri has written? Funk Flex


Auto Talk: Lincoln pushing for access to next-gen Ford Mustang platform

Don’t get ahead of yourselves: This is not yet another Lincoln-badged Mustang rumor post, the likes of which seem to crop up every few years. Instead, Ford’s wayward luxury division is reportedly hoping to gain access to the bits and pieces that will underpin the next-generation pony car – specifically, the MacPherson front and independent rear suspension setup. Funk Flex


Auto Talk: Ford Configurator Prices New 2013 Explorer Sport From $40,720

With at least 350 horsepower and 350 pound-feet of torque, the 2013 Ford Explorer Sport is no ho-hum grocery getter. Now that we know how much the most powerful Explorer costs, we may have to start cutting coupons. Funk Flex


Auto Talk: Ford Recalling 10,500 F-150, Mustang, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator Models Over Faulty Transmission Sensor

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced a recall of several recent Ford models due to a defective transmission sensor. Some 10,000 vehicles are affected, including some 2011 and 2012 F-150 pickups, 2012 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator models, and 2012-2013 Ford Mustang vehicles. Funk Flex Find Flex On Google+


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