Ford will sell common mechanical service replacement parts for non-Ford vehicles. Ford Customer Service Division announced it has launched Omnicraft, an all-new brand of replacement parts for all makes of non-Ford vehicles. Ford dealers now have access to a complete family of parts to sell and to service all makes of vehicles as the Ford […]
Ford Launches App to Help Customers Save on Auto Insurance
Ford announced it is first to connect with the new DriverScore smartphone app that provides a personalized score based on individual driving behavior, which could lead to lower insurance rates. Developed by IVOX, DriverScore is a smartphone app compatible with the Ford SYNC AppLink platform. DriverScore empowers consumers by giving them the option to share […]
Sherwin-Williams Renews Partnership with Ford Paint and Body Technology Center
Ford Motor Company recently renewed its partnership with Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes through the Ford Paint and Body Technology Center. The Center, located in Inkster, Mich., assists in developing standards for collision repair for all Ford vehicles, including the research and testing of new repair materials, equipment and techniques. According to Jason Crager, OEM Business Development […]
Ford Adds Parts to Collision Repair Parts Truckload Discount Program
After adding 58 parts to the Collision Parts Truckload Program in early September, Ford Customer Service Division has expanded the program once again, with 15 additional new parts featuring an overall average list-price reduction of 7.7 percent. The 15 additions include two brackets, two fascias, two grilles, one steel bumper, three step pads, two tail […]
Ford Sees Emerging Revenue Opportunities in Autonomy, Mobility Services and Insurance
Vehicle manufacturer eyes transformation from traditional auto manufacturing to transportation services provider. Ford Motor Company (NYSE:F) told investors yesterday the company sees an attractive upside as it invests in emerging opportunities and expands as an auto and mobility company. Ford expects the financial performance of its core business to be strong through 2018 and its […]
Ford Announces Plans for Fully-Autonomous Vehicle in 2021
The vehicle manufacturer plans a high-volume, SAE Level 4 autonomous vehicle targeted at ride hailing markets. Also announces investment in autonomous technology provider and doubling of Silicon Valley team. Ford yesterday announced its intent to have a high-volume, fully autonomous Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) level 4-capable vehicle in commercial operation in 2021 in a […]
Interview: Mark Mandl, Ford Motor Company
Mark Mandl, Collision Marketing Manager for Ford Motor Company provides an update on the F-150 collision repair program, certification and repair costs. The official announcement in January 2014 by Ford Motor Company that its 2015 Ford F-150 would include an aluminum-intensive body structure was the culmination of years of planning by the vehicle manufacturer. Moving […]
FTC Terminates Review of OEConnection Sale
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission issued an early termination notice June 16 on the Hart Scott Rodino (HSR) antitrust review of the sale by General Motors and Ford Motor Company of their stakes in OEConnection LLC. OEConnection LLC announced on June 2 that Providence Equity Partners would acquire a majority equity stake in the company. […]
Providence Equity Acquires Majority Stake in OEConnection
OEConnection LLC (OEC) announced on June 2 that Providence Equity Partners will acquire a majority equity stake in the company. Providence is a global private equity firm with $45 billion in assets under management. General Motors and Ford will each maintain a 15 percent minority stake in the. “Providence has a thorough understanding of OEC’s […]
Ford Drops Price 11% on 34 New Collision Repair Parts in Truckload Program
Ford Customer Service Division (FCSD) announced it has added 34 new parts to its Collision Parts Truckload Program, reducing list prices on those parts by an average of 11 percent. The additions include parts for the popular F-series, Edge, Fusion, Escape and Explorer vehicle lines. “For nearly 20 years, the Truckload Program has played an […]