Uncertain future for Ford's RWD vehicles, more EcoBoost on the way

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  1. Mav.bot

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    It's been a while since we've heard about FoMoCo's development of large rear-wheel-drive vehicles for Ford and Lincoln - no surprise considering the current climate. With fuel prices continuing their upward trajectory and CAFE standards looming on the horizon, Ford is apparently reevaluating the efficacy of offering RWD vehicles in a market starving for fuel efficient whips.

    In addition to this morning's story that Ford is considering offering an EcoBoost four-cylinder on its F-150 pickup, Automotive News is reporting that Ford's use of turbocharged, direct-injected engines could expand to beyond 500,000 vehicles annually by 2012.Continue reading Uncertain future for Ford's RWD vehicles, more EcoBoost on the way

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    wonder if that FWD mustang is some where in the near future as well?
     
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    Make sure you get the 1.8 ltr BIG BLOCK!!
     
  4. Jamie Miles

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    The Mustang dosen't need to go FWD, it just needs to go on a diet. Then offer the choice of the 4 banger, V6 or V8.

    Heck, the V6 Mustangs already get near 30 mpg..
     

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