Ford Named to List of Most Ethical Companies

We are proud to announce that Ford Inc. was named to Ethisphere Institute’s 2016 World’s Most Ethical Companies list. This annual list highlights the most ethical companies in the world, giving customers an insight into company practices and procedures.

“This honor celebrates our employees who are committed to doing the right things and making the right choices,” said Bill Ford, executive chairman, Ford Motor Company. “Ethics and corporate citizenship are the foundation of…

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Put Your Running Shoes on for the 2016 Heart & Soles 5K

The Heart & Soles 5K is coming back to San Jose for the third year in a row. Put on by the Silicon Valley Leadership Group Foundation and the Santa Clara County Office of Education, the Heart & Soles 5K supports a local initiative to bring healthy salad bars to schools around the San Jose area.

California State Superintendent Tom Torlakson is helping head the initiative, which has seen over 122 salad bars being put in California…

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Run out of Gas? Here's What to Do.

Running out of gas is one of the annoyingly inevitable moments of driving life, which is why we wanted to provide a few tips and tricks on what you should do if you find yourself with the gas needle firmly on the letter E. Take a look at our tips below!
 

  1. Try to pull off to the side of the road. Most drivers will be able to tell if their car is about to run…
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Watch Ford Put Their Fabrics to the Test

If you’ve ever wanted a backstage pass to see how Ford builds and tests their infamously durable cars and trucks, you’re in luck, as the automaker has just released a series of videos showcasing their testing process.

To help create fabrics and materials that are durable enough to withstand long-term use by drivers, especially those who need their trucks for heavy-duty use in areas like construction and regular off-roading, Ford engineers test out fabrics for snags, scratches and spills. In the below videos, you’ll get to see not only how Ford ensures their cars’ interior materials stay…

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Santa Clara Bacon and Beer Classic Comes to Levi Stadium

Do you like beer? How about bacon? Do you like beer and bacon together? Then head on down to Levi Stadium this month for a fantastic event in Santa Clara. Happening on Saturday, Feb. 27, 2016, the Bacon and Beer Classic is the perfect opportunity for folks to celebrate two of these immensely popular treats.

A traveling festival that comes to major cities around the U.S., the Beer and Bacon Classic hosts a variety…

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Turn Your Mustang into a Four-Seater with This New Kit

Shelby GT350R Mustang drivers can now add even more functionality to their pony via an all-new package from Ford Performance. Called the Mustang GT350R Back Seat Kit, this new package answers the requests from many Shelby drivers.

“We always listen to customer feedback,” said Dave Pericak, global director, Ford Performance. “So when many requested a back seat for their GT350R, we acted quickly to make it available.”

The new Back Seat Kit includes unique high-quality…

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Ford to Launch F-150 Hybrid Model

If you’re a fan of the Ford F-150 – and you probably are considering its the best-selling pickup in the country – you’ll be happy to learn that the very popular hauler will be getting a brand-new hybrid model.

Due to reach dealers sometime in 2020, the F-150 Hybrid will showcase all the power and agility the pickup is known for but with added fuel economy that is already bolstered by the truck’s new…

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2016 Explorer Gets New Ebony Interior

If you’ve been looking for the 2016 Ford Explorer in Santa Clara, you’ll be happy to learn that the popular SUV now comes with a gorgeous new Ebony Black interior.

Available on the range-topping Platinum model, this impeccable new interior trim is the latest addition to the SUV. Currently, the Medium Soft Ceramic trim is the only trim offering on the Explorer, so shoppers should be very excited to see this new option…

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Gear Up for Super Bowl 50 at Santa Clara's 'Run the Road' Event

The City of Santa Clara is hosting one of the most exciting Super Bowls ever this year: Super Bowl 50! In celebration of a half century of football’s greatest game, Santa Clara is holding a “Super Community” event this January. This latest event, called “Run the Road,” is a wonderful way to kick off the start of the Super Bowl.

To be held on Sunday, Jan. 10, 2016, “Run the Road” will feature a…

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Ford Begins Autonomous Car Testing in California

The communities surrounding Santa Clara will be the site of a major test for Ford cars. The automaker will be unleashing fully autonomous Ford Fusion Hybrid sedans on the city streets of Palo Alto.

This is the first test of its kind for Ford, who has officially signed on with the California Autonomous Vehicles Test Program. This program looks to test how self-driving cars will work on public roads, making it a perfect partnership for…

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