Ford is investing $1.8 billion on North American facility upgrades in order to produce its 2011 model year line-up, creating 1,260 new jobs. Included in the facility upgrade is a $155 million investment in its Cleveland Engine Plant No. 1, creating 60 jobs.
The investment is to retool the plant in order to produce the 3.7L DOHC Ti-VCT V6 engine for the 2011 Ford Mustang, capable of 305 horsepower and an expected, class-leading 30mpg.
Bill Russo, director of manufacturing for Ford's powertrain operations said, "Ford is absolutely committed to delivering class-leading fuel efficiency with every new vehicle we introduce, and this investment in Cleveland provides further proof."
-Anthony Alaniz
[Source: Left Lane News]
Sunday, February 28, 2010
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Steering Knuckle - Part of the steering system attached to the ends of the steering arms, supported by the upper and lower ball joints or the kingpin, and about which the front wheels pivot. -Anthony Alaniz
Viper Club of America to Distibute OEM Parts
With the future of the Dodge Viper looking bleak, current owners were planning on getting replacement parts directly from Dodge, though that will not be the case.
The Viper Club of America, formed in 1995 between Dodge and Viper owners, represents over 25,000 members. The club as agreed to acquire select parts, accessories, and rare historical items directly from the manufacturer to offer to Viper owners.
In order to sell these items to owners, Viper Club of America has formed the Viper Parts of America, the venue to buy the acquired parts.
"The Viper is a very important part of our performance car heritage, a true American exotic that first appeared on the North American auto show circuit back in 1989," said Ralph Gillies, President and CEO, Dodge Brand.
-Anthony Alaniz
(Photo: 2010 Dodge Viper ACR-X)
[Source: PRNewsire]
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