Ford Motor Company of Australia

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First reported 9 hours ago - Updated 9 hours ago - 1 reports

Reprise Media recruits Google big wheel as GM

Search and social agency Reprise Media has enlisted senior Google executive Ale Vendramin as its new general manager, as it continues to swell its management ranks.Vendramin's appointment follows the announcement earlier this month that the firm that ... [Published AdNews - 9 hours ago]
First reported May 19 2013 - Updated May 20 2013 - 2 reports

Holden signs similar to Mitsubishi before closure

Expert says Holden facing close in SA in "medium term'Holden is in danger of shutting its manufacturing operations and could bring the rest of the car industry down with it.That's the warning from University of Adelaide Associate Professor John Spoehr, ... [Published CarsGuide - May 19 2013]
First reported May 19 2013 - Updated May 19 2013 - 1 reports

Ford buffer stops door damage

Ford's door-edge protector system could be the greatest family car innovation since the portable DVD player.Video...Carpark dents and scratches could be wiped outThe Ford door-edge protector, introduced in Europe for the 2012 Focus, is being examined ... [Published CarsGuide - May 19 2013]
First reported May 18 2013 - Updated May 18 2013 - 2 reports

Baby SUV invasion

It seems nothing in the automotive world can escape the current trend of downsizing - apart from the world's insatiable appetite for soft-roaders, that is.But even the compact SUV - at present the fastest-growing segment in the industry - is being put ... [Published drive.com.au - May 18 2013]
First reported May 17 2013 - Updated May 17 2013 - 1 reports

Global projects for Ford Australia roll on

News - FordFeather in the cap: The Ford Ranger, a truly global ute, was developed by the Blue Oval's Autralian team.Regional Ford exec says Australia needs more engineering, design experts – not lessFORD’S Asia-Pacific product development centre in Melbourne ... [Published GoAuto - May 17 2013]
First reported May 14 2013 - Updated May 14 2013 - 1 reports

6 Important Safety Tips for Pregnant Driving

When it comes to designing cars at Ford Motor Company, comfort for expectant mothers is high on the agenda. Ford engineers and designers go to great lengths to understand the driving constraints women face while pregnant, even getting behind the wheel ... [Published Smart Parenting - May 14 2013]
First reported May 14 2013 - Updated May 14 2013 - 1 reports

First drive: Behind the wheel of the Ford EcoSport

Future Models - Ford 2013 EcoSportShift up: The tiny 1.0-litre three-cylinder turbo engine available in the EcoSport is a ripper, but the lack of an auto option will hurt sales, with self-shifters consigned to an older atmo 1.5 petrol.We trek to India ... [Published GoAuto - May 14 2013]
First reported May 13 2013 - Updated May 13 2013 - 1 reports

The Voice’s McMullen and Fuzzy are back for new Ford ad

Another instalment of Ford Kuga advertising to tie in with Nine’s reality singing competition The Voice launched last night.Featuring hosts Darren McMullen and Faustina Agolley, the 30 second ad focuses on the technological aspects of the Kuga.The ad ... [Published Mumbrella - May 13 2013]
First reported May 09 2013 - Updated May 09 2013 - 1 reports

Spied: Ford's rugged Territory rival

Ford Australia's own Territory is coming under threat from inside its Broadmeadows bunker.And here's proof that the blue oval's Drive reader Andrew Brook snapped this shot of a prototype vehicle in Melbourne today. At first glance it looks like a Territory ... [Published Canberra Times - May 09 2013]
First reported May 07 2013 - Updated May 08 2013 - 2 reports

Ford Australia Work Experience Opportunity for Young Automotive Designers in Victoria

: If you love cars, design and are a secondary level student in Victoria, you could soon be working in Ford’s Design Centre.Ford Australia has announced it is offering two weeks work experience to two ‘high potential’ young designers. In partnership with ... [Published Auto Channel - May 07 2013]
First reported Apr 25 2013 - Updated Apr 25 2013 - 1 reports

New Kuga sleek and stylish

JUST over a year ago, in February 2012, Ford Australia took a toe-in-the-water step by introducing its first Kuga SUV models.JUST over a year ago, in February 2012, Ford Australia took a toe-in-the-water step by introducing its first Kuga SUV models.JUST ... [Published Bayside Bulletin / Redland Times - Apr 25 2013]
First reported Apr 22 2013 - Updated Apr 22 2013 - 1 reports

Australia designs Ford Escort for China

Ford Escort name makes a comeback after 11 years, but not in Australia.-- Ford Australia designs new small car for China-- But foreign execs won’t give Australia credit where it’s due-- Ford Escort name makes a comeback after 11 years, but not in Aus ... [Published CarsGuide - Apr 22 2013]

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"Ale brings a new dynamic to our business," said Ellis. "His Google and Ford track records in creative thinking and effectiveness brings a new perspective to our operations at a senior level. He will challenge us – and that’s a good thing. We are looking forward to his energy in our business."
"I'm very concerned about the possibility that GMH will close in South Australia in the medium term" said Prof Spoehr, who is executive director of the Australian Workplace Innovation and Social Research Centre and has studied the automotive manufacturing...
"medium term' HOLDEN is in danger of shutting its manufacturing operations and could bring the rest of the car industry down with it. That's the warning from Associate Professor John Spoehr, who says he is seeing similar signs to the lead-up of Mitsubishi's in 2008. "I'm very concerned about the possibility that GMH will close in South Australia in the medium term," said Prof Spoehr, who is executive director of the and has studied the automotive manufacturing industry for 20 years. "I see similarities and some significant differences [between Mitsubishi and Holden]. But what troubles me most is that combination of the [high] dollar and [cheaper] production costs offshore are a powerful cocktail that make it difficult for the industry to survive here. The likelihood of further job losses in manufacturing is very high." The initial report, funded by the , said if Holden was to shut its factory in the Adelaide suburb of Elizabeth it would lead to the loss of up to 16,000 jobs across the community, wipe $1.5 billion of economic activity from the state and lead to a loss of $83 million in tax revenue each year in a "worst case" scenario."
...The . David  Katic, Ford Australia’s GM of marketing, said: "We are going further to connect to consumers through integrating the all-new Ford Kuga into the telecast and online through the use of second screen technology."

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Reprise Media recruits Google big wheel as GM [Published AdNews - 9 hours ago]
Reprise Media poaches Google’s Ale Vendramin [Published Mumbrella - 9 hours ago]
Ford NZ taking baby steps [Published Yahoo!Xtra - 9 hours ago]
Holden signs similar to Mitsubishi before closure [Published CarsGuide - May 19 2013]
Ford buffer stops door damage [Published CarsGuide - May 19 2013]
Holden's signs similar to Mitsubishi [Published Adelaide Now - May 19 2013]
Baby SUV invasion [Published drive.com.au - May 18 2013]
Baby SUV invasion [Published Brisbane Times - May 18 2013]
Global projects for Ford Australia roll on [Published GoAuto - May 17 2013]
Abbott sticks boots into car industry [Published GoAuto - May 17 2013]
6 Important Safety Tips for Pregnant Driving [Published Smart Parenting - May 14 2013]
First drive: Behind the wheel of the Ford EcoSport [Published GoAuto - May 14 2013]
The Voice’s McMullen and Fuzzy are back for new... [Published Mumbrella - May 13 2013]
Spied: Ford's rugged Territory rival [Published Canberra Times - May 09 2013]
SA premier repeats call for car support [Published GoAuto - May 09 2013]
Holden announces second-biggest loss in history [Published Car Advice - May 08 2013]
Ford Australia Work Experience Opportunity for ... [Published Auto Channel - May 07 2013]
Ford Australia opens doors to young designers [Published Auto Talk - May 07 2013]
Great call of China [Published West Australian - May 05 2013]
Holden on the brink? [Published Adelaide Review - May 03 2013]
Ford Territory TDCi tested in Melbourne, Australia [Published Autoworld.com.my - May 02 2013]
Ford flat on electric-driven future [Published GoAuto - May 02 2013]
Ford Mondeo Wagon Titanium Diesel [Published Car Showroom - Apr 30 2013]
Support us and support 200,000 jobs: Toyota, Ho... [Published FEN - Apr 28 2013]
New Kuga sleek and stylish [Published Bayside Bulletin / Redland Times - Apr 25 2013]
Support us and support 200,000 jobs: Toyota, Ho... [Published Manufacturers Monthly - Apr 23 2013]
How Does The Ford Escort Fit With The “One Ford... [Published The Truth About Cars - Apr 22 2013]
SHANGHAI MOTOR SHOW: Ford resurrects Escort [Published Motoring.com.au - Apr 22 2013]
Internet now central for car buyers [Published GoAuto - Apr 22 2013]
Corporate Reputation Index: Apple falls, Toyota... [Published Marketing Magazine Australia - Apr 22 2013]
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