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</html>";s:4:"text";s:31138:"All Torinos featured solid state ignition systems for 1975, which improved starting performance and fuel economy, while reducing maintenance costs. "Torino" remained the base series, but the mid-level Torino 500 was renamed "Gran Torino". New light-alloy custom rims can do wonders for your vehicle’s performance. All body styles were approximately 5" longer due in part to the safety bumpers. Most of the corporate profits came from financing consumer automobile loans through Ford Motor Credit Company. Since Ford was the lease supplier for on-screen cars through their Studio-TV Car Loan Program, eventually it was decided by the producers that a bright red 1975 Gran Torino two-door would be the vehicle of choice for the pilot episode. Emissions and low-lead fuel requirements had become more strict for 1972. For the Italian football team, see, 1972 Ford Gran Torino Sport 2-Door SportsRoof, 1973 Ford Gran Torino Sport 2-door SportsRoof, "The Accelerator, Ford Mustang - 40 Years of History", "Directory Index: Ford/1968_Ford/1968_Ford_Torino_Brochure", "The Birth of the 1970 Ford Fairlane/Torino", "Car Buying Made Easier - Ford, 1973 / p063.jpg", "CC For Sale: 1973 Ford Gran Torino Luxury Décor Package – Torino's Personal Luxury Spring Special", "Fairlane Registry - 1969 Ford Torino Talladega", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Ford_Torino&oldid=1003046680, Motor vehicles manufactured in the United States, Short description is different from Wikidata, Pages using infobox automobile with unknown parameters, All articles with vague or ambiguous time, Vague or ambiguous time from September 2018, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, 203.7 in (5,174 mm)/207.3 in (5,265 mm) (2-door). In 1986, Ford expanded its tractor business when it purchased the Sperry-New Holland skid-steer loader and hay baler, hay tools and implement company from Sperry Corporation and formed Ford-New Holland which bought out Versatile tractors in 1988. On its launch, the Focus was arguably the most dramatic-looking and fine-handling small family cars on sale and sold in huge volumes right up to the launch of the next generation Focus at the end of 2004. More efficient production methods were needed to make automobiles affordable for the middle class, to which Ford contributed by, for instance, introducing the first moving assembly line in 1913 at the Ford factory in Highland Park. Formula Ford, conceived in the UK in 1966, is an entry-level type of formula racing with wingless single-seater cars. Ford offered a trailering towing package for all Torinos that would allow Torino to have a Class II tow rating (3,500 lb (1,588 kg)). Ford was heavily involved in Formula One for many years and supplied engines to a large number of teams from 1967 until 2004. In the 1980s and 1990s, the medium-duty B700 was a popular chassis used by school bus body manufacturers including Thomas Built, Ward, and Blue Bird, but Ford lost its market share due to industry contraction and agreements between body manufacturers. [51] Estimates of the construction cost were $1.2 billion. Development of European Ford is broadly split between Dunton in Essex (powertrain, Fiesta/Ka, and commercial vehicles) and Cologne (body, chassis, electrical, Focus, Mondeo) in Germany. [191], The Ford Focus Electric is based on the next generation Focus internal combustion vehicle, converted to an all-electric propulsion system as a production electric car by Magna International, and retail sales began in the U.S. in December 2011. Other notable Ford drivers include Marcus Grönholm, Ken Block, and Brian Deegan. [26] The Elite was Ford's response to Chevrolet's popular low-priced luxury coupe the Monte Carlo. (factory hood scoop not original to this model), "Grand Torino" redirects here. This includes Ford's largest-ever factory complex in the southwestern city of Chongqing. The company is listed on the New York Stock Exchange and is controlled by the Ford family; they have minority ownership but the majority of the voting power.[8][6]. On the rear there was large wrap-around taillamps with a reflective center panel giving it a full width taillight appearance. The 1972 Torino styling emphasized the "long hood short deck" look and had strong elements of coke bottle styling. Ford Explorer Sport Parts. This color had been discontinued for all other Torino models for 1976 in favor of a different shade of red. [5] The cars equipped with the 428 Cobra Jets had emblems borrowed from the full-sized Fords (a red-and-chrome badge reading "428") mounted on the fenders behind the parking lamps. On March 9, 2010, Ford launched its first made-for-India compact car. A new option for Cobra models was the reflective laser stripe, formerly an option for just GT models. The 428 CJ was no longer the top engine choice; superseded by the 428-4V Super Cobra Jet (SCJ). This division was responsible for the manufacture and sale of the famous Continental Mark II. [125] More recently, Ford has axed its Falcon-based LWB variant of its lineup– the Fairlane and LTD ranges. This package did not change Ford's advertised power rating of 335 hp (250 kW). [171], As of November 2014[update], Ford has produced for retail sales the following hybrid electric vehicles: Ford Escape Hybrid (2004–2012), Mercury Mariner Hybrid (2005–2010), Mercury Milan Hybrid (2009–2010), Ford Fusion Hybrid (2009–present), Lincoln MKZ Hybrid (2010–present), Ford C-Max Hybrid (2012–present), and Ford Mondeo Hybrid (2014–present). 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The Torino line-up was revamped with three models "Torino," "Gran Torino" and "Gran Torino Sport." According to contemporary reviews, when equipped properly the Torino GT offered a good combination of power and handling. Gran Torino Broughams had a red reflector panel between the taillamps to give them a full width look. Notably, Mondeo drivers finished 1,2,3 in the 2000 British Touring Car Championship and Falcon drivers placed 1,2,3 in the 2005 V8 Supercar Championship Series. [9] Like GM intermediates, the Torino 2-door and 4-door shared many body panels. The Torino was initially an upscale variation of the intermediate sized Ford Fairlane. These engines were designed and manufactured by Cosworth, the racing division that was owned by Ford from 1998 to 2004. In Australia and New Zealand, the popular Ford Falcon (1960–2016) had long been considered the average family car and is considerably larger than the Mondeo, Ford's largest car sold in Europe. They were the Ford Telstar (Mazda Capella), Laser, Festiva, Festiva Mini Wagon, Ixion (Mazda Premacy), Freda (Mazda Bongo Friendee), Spectron (Mazda Bongo), and commercial trucks J80 and the J100 (Mazda Bongo truck). The sporty "Torino GT" was available as a 2-door SportsRoof and convertible. In 1971 the Fairlane name was dropped altogether, and all Ford intermediates were called Torino. The Torino's front fenders were flared around the wheel opening and the rear quarter panel had strong character line extending to the rear bumper. The front fascia for Gran Torinos was revised for 1974. The 351-4V CJ offered a number of performance enhancing features not offered on the 1970–71 351C-4V. Eigentumswohnungen zum Kauf in Franken - Alle Kaufangebote in der Region finden Sie bei immo.inFranken.de. Auto Repair Manual 1972–1979, This page was last edited on 27 January 2021, at 05:01. The King Cobra's grille was a large opening below the front bumper, much like the bottom breather design now used in some modern cars. A medium-duty trailer package for Class II towing allowed towing up to 3,500 lb (1,600 kg). The company is expected to save $1.2m on power cost and reduce carbon footprint by an estimated 16,000 to 25,000 metric tons annually when the system is fully implemented. All Torinos used 14-inch wheels, while 15-inch wheels were used for exclusively by police and taxi models.[20]. Also introduced mid-year was a Torino 2-door SportsRoof model, which was marketed as a low price alternative to the GT. Ford did not change any of its factory sales literature to reflect this change. The Gran Torino now had a more rectangular grill with the parking lamps horizontally placed in the grille, but the quad headlights were still surrounded with a chrome bezel. [210][211], In 2000, under the leadership of the current Ford chairman, William Clay Ford, the company announced[212] a planned 25 percent improvement in the average mileage of its SUVs – to be completed by the 2005 calendar year. Ford has produced trucks since 1908, beginning with the Ford Model TT, followed by the Model AA, and the Model BB. By 1970 Torino had become the primary name for Ford's intermediate, and the Fairlane was now a subseries of the Torino. [164] Current Ford E100 Flex sold in the Brazilian market are the Courier, Ford EcoSport, Ford Fiesta, Ford Focus, and Ford Ka. The 400-2V and the 460-4V were the only engine options, as the 351-4V was no longer available. Including Fairlane production, 371,787 cars were produced. [39][40] Together, the three companies presented action plans for the sustainability of the industry. The grille on the 1971 Torinos was divided by a vertical division in the centre for all models except the Cobra. The "Torino Brougham," the top trim level, was available as a 2-door and 4-door hardtop, and a 4-door station wagon. High-performance variants of the Falcon running locally built engines produce up to 362 hp (270 kW). The former time was obtained after the Cars staff did some "proper tuning. 1975 was the least popular and last year for this model; only 5,126 units were produced. [81], At first, Ford in Germany and Ford in Britain built different models from one another until 1965, when the Ford Transit and later the Ford Escort and the Ford Capri became common to both companies. In 2006, the joint venture debuted the Ford LCF/International CityStar. "The Automobile Industry and its Tycoon", Williams, Karel, Colin Haslam and John Williams, "Ford versus 'Fordism': The Beginning of Mass Production?". Ford produced only 195,110 Torino's for 1975. The 1974 Sport had a shipping weight almost 400 lb (180 kg) heavier than a 1972 Sport. [155] On May 12, 1996, Arie Luyendyk, while driving an IndyCar powered by a Ford Cosworth XB engine, broke the Indianapolis 500 records for fastest qualification lap (237.498 mph (382.216 km/h)) and fastest qualification four-lap average (236.986 mph (381.392 km/h)). The most radical change was a large eggcrate grille in an oval opening on Gran Torinos. [213], For the 2007 model year, Ford had thirteen U.S. models that achieve 30 miles per gallon or better (based on the highway fuel economy estimates of the EPA) and several of Ford's vehicles were recognized in the EPA and Department of Energy Fuel Economy Guide for best-in-class fuel economy. 8MB transit bus – with Wayne Works 1948–? [114][115][116][117], Ford decided to shut down their entire operations in Indonesia, including their dealer network by second half of 2016.[118][119]. Dodge and Plymouth responded with the even more radical 1969 Dodge Charger Daytona and the 1970 Plymouth Superbird which used pointed nose cones and "goalpost" tail wings. Ford also produced the Thames range of commercial vehicles, although the use of this brand name was discontinued circa 1965. Interiors on the Torino were all new for 1970. As a constructor, Ford won the World Sportscar Championship three times in 1966, 1967, and 1968, and the World Rally Championship three times in 1979, 2006 and 2007. Length increased by 2 in (51 mm) for Torino models, and 6 in (152 mm) for Gran Torinos. Ford also owns Brazilian … Upon the retirement of president and chief operations officer Jim Padilla in April 2006, Bill Ford assumed his roles as well. The Cobra has the same body code as a Fairlane 500, so some sources refer to these cars as the "Fairlane Cobra". The 351 CJ continued to be the only high-performance engine and only saw a 2 hp (1.5 kW) drop from 1972. Ford has also been a major sponsor of the UEFA Champions League for over two decades and is also a longtime sponsor of the Sky media channel's coverage of Premier League football. Ford EcoSport Parts. Ford Econoline Parts. During construction, some 2000 of the employees were relocated out of the campus to a temporary location in a disused section of the local shopping mall. Ford ended production and ordered all the cars repossessed and destroyed, even as many of the people leasing them begged to be able to buy the cars from Ford. It included a special intake manifold, modified camshaft, special valve springs and dampers, a 750 CFM Motorcraft Carburetor, 4-bolt main bearing caps and 2.5 in (63.5 mm) dual exhaust. In 1979, Ford acquired a 24.5% ownership stake in Mazda, and in 1982, Ford and Mazda jointly established a sales channel to sell Ford products in Japan, including vehicles manufactured in North America, at a dealership called Autorama (Japanese). Overall, performance was more lackluster for 1974 models. Ford lost their Kia interest to Hyundai in 1998 during the Asian financial crisis. This limited production package was essentially a special paint option, but required the deluxe bumper group and dual color-keyed sport mirrors as mandatory options. In Australia, the Commodore and Falcon had traditionally outsold all other cars and comprise over 20% of the new car market. [30][31], On June 12, 2008, USDOE expanded its own fleet of alternative fuel and advanced technology vehicles with the addition of a Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid Flex-Fuel Vehicle. The Gran Torino Brougham featured the most premium upholsteries in the Torino line-up, including nylon cloth fabrics and "leather like" vinyl. Electronic Horizon (Lane Monitoring?) [214] However, the United States Environmental Protection Agency has linked Ford to 54 Superfund toxic waste sites, twelve of which have been cleaned up and deleted from the list.[215]. The only significant change was that Torino models adopted the Gran Torino grille and front fascia. Ford manufactured complete buses in the company's early history, but today the role of the company has changed to that of a second stage manufacturer. An optional 6-way power bench seat, replaced the 4-way seat offered in 1971. The new rear bumpers were much larger, square shaped, and sat lower on the body. Ford Econoline Super Duty Parts. [183][184], From 2009 to 2011, Ford offered the Ford TH!NK car. Its 1959 Anglia two-door saloon was one of the most quirky-looking small family cars in Europe at the time of its launch, but buyers soon became accustomed to its looks and it was hugely popular with British buyers in particular. Higher profile 78 series radial ply tires replaced the previously used 70 series bias-plys. Starting at ₹349,900, the Figo was Ford's first car designed and priced for the mass Indian market. The Ford N8, introduced in 1947, became the most popular tractor of all time in North America. Wheelbase was up by 4 in (102 mm), width increased by 3 in (76 mm), and weight increased significantly. The tail lights were beveled rectangular wrap-around units which eliminated the need for rear side marker lights. The model line-up consisted of "Torino", "Gran Torino", "Gran Torino Sport", and "Gran Torino Brougham." Compared with conventional vehicles, hybrid vehicles and/or fuel cell vehicles decrease air pollution emissions as well as sound levels, with favorable impacts upon respiratory health and decrease of noise health effects. The competition suspension consisted of extra-heavy-duty front and rear springs (500 lb (226.8 kg) per inch front, and 210 lb (95.3 kg) per inch rear), Gabriel shocks (staggered rear shocks on 4-speed cars), and a large 0.95" front sway bar (0.75" standard on other suspensions). It was the first time in 90 years that Ford cars had not been made in Britain, although production of the Transit van continued at the company's Southampton facility until mid-2013, engines at Bridgend and Dagenham, and transmissions at Halewood. Some automotive literature list these models as "Torino Cobra", with the Cobra being a sub-series to the Torino. Please update this article to reflect recent events or newly available information. The 4-door hardtops and sedans were replaced with 4-door "pillared hardtops." The Ford Falcon compact model continued for the first half of the 1970 model year, but was discontinued as it could not meet new federal standards that came into effect on January 1, 1970. 1975–1976 Gran Torinos were used in the popular Spelling-Goldberg Productions TV series Starsky and Hutch. Originally a front-engine design, it was modified to a rear-engine design in 1939. At the same time, the Edsel division was created to design and market that car starting with the 1958 model year. The instrument cluster included an ammeter, fuel gauge, temperature gauge, oil pressure gauge and clock set in a smaller stacked of pods near the centre of the instrument panel. However, due to a six-week UAW strike, the GT's standard seating was changed to a bench seat. [160] The Ford Fusion is also used in the ARCA Racing Series. For 1973 only, rear bumpers had a 2.5 mph (4.0 km/h) requirement. 1968 was a successful year for Torino with 172,083 units produced. Ford F-250 Parts. Separate grille designs were still maintained for Torino and Gran Torino models; they mimicked the 1972s in design. Overall, the 1972 Torino was a sales success and a total of 496,645 units were produced,[9] making it the best-selling intermediate for 1972. The front fender line extended to front door, sloping downward and gradually disappearing in the quarter panel. As a cost-cutting measure, the "Magnum 500" wheel was revised with the formerly chrome plated wheel replaced by a polished trim ring and argent painted spokes. [69], Members of the Ford board as of October 2018[update] are: Stephen Butler, Kimberly Casiano, Anthony F. Earley, Jr., Edsel Ford II, William Clay Ford Jr. (executive chairman), Jim Hackett (president and CEO), William W. Helman IV, William E. Kennard, John C. Lechleiter, Ellen Marram, John L. Thornton, John Veihmeyer, Lynn Vojvodich, and John S. Base Torino models had a wider full width grill that surrounded the headlamps; however, the parking lamps were located on the outer edge of the fascia. [6] Motor Trend magazine wrote "Putting the car through quick and/or tight corners isn't a matter of practiced art - it's more like second nature for the GT" in their test of a 1968 Torino GT. The vehicle is equipped with a 10-kilowatt (13 hp) lithium-ion battery supplied by Johnson Controls-Saft that stores enough electric energy to drive up to 30 miles (48 km) at speeds of up to 40 mph (64 km/h). Ford will also introduce to North America six of its European small vehicles, including two versions of the Ford Fiesta, by the end of 2012. The taillights were situated in the rear panel above the bumper, and were now long rectangular units with rounded outer edges. The Gran Torino Sport's main identifiers were its unique emblems, with placement on the grille, the C-pillar, and the fuel filler door. A full width rear bumper had inset rectangular tail lights with pointed ends. The "Detroit Locker" rear differential was included when the 4.30:1 axle was ordered while the "Traction-Lock" limited-slip differential was included with the 3.91:1 axle. Along with this change, the Cruise-O-Matic transmission became standard; no manual transmissions were available. [113], Ford Research and Innovation Center is the name of the technology research facilities of Ford Motor Company in, The Ford Research and Innovation Center in Palo Alto was first opened in 2012, and in January 2015, announced plans to significantly expand its operations. In Europe, Ford manufactures the Ford Transit Minibus which is classed in Europe as a Passenger Carrying Vehicle and there are options of 12-, 15-, or 17-seaters. The base model was the "Fairlane", which was available in a 2-door hardtop, a 4-door sedan, and a 4-door station wagon. The wheel track was widened to 60.5 in (1,537 mm) in front and 60 in (1,524 mm) in the rear to help the Torino improve its road holding abilities. Large color-keyed vinyl moldings were placed higher on the body side, similar to the Thunderbird. A Ram Air Induction system was available briefly during the early model year, and could be equipped on 351 CJ and 429 powered cars. 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