Theodore Robins Ford

Oh, the wonders of texting: It's fast, it's easy, it's simple. And, with the most recent (free) update to the Ford SYNC software, drivers can safely receive text messages while driving. The Message Access Profile (MAP) streams and reads incoming texts out loud, allowing the driver to keep both hands on the wheel and both eyes on the road.

The technologically-advanced SYNC, G1 V3.2.2, works with Generation-1 equipped Ford models…

Sales of cars and trucks in Russia have ranged near 2.6 to 2.7 million so far in 2011 - well above Association of European Businesses prediction of 2.45 million. Between 2009 and 2011, Russian vehicle sales have shot up over 30 percent. Ford is taking advantage of this by ramping up production of Ford vehicles in the country.

"Demand remains strong," according to US-Russia Ford CEO Ted Cannis, who took over last month and has seen thise shot up of sales. The Ford Explorer and Ford Transit Van are two of the best sellers in Russia, and production…