Plantation Ford

Mirrors are for reflecting. Everyone knows that. But did you know that mirrors also help to de-flect as well? In order to keep your new Ford interior pleasantly quiet, Ford has come up with a way to deflect external sound via an elliptical acoustic mirror.

Those who follow our favorite automaker closely know that Ford has been scheming to increase its world-wide reach. In 2011, the automaker stretched its arms to Russia where it vamped up production of the Ford Explorer and Ford Transit Van. Taking its global goals in to 2012, Ford recently rolled out a new compact sport-utility vehicle in India and with it, a few brand firsts as well.

Approximately 50- to 75-percent of our bodies are made up of water. Ever stop to think about what would happen if water suddenly wasn't available? Ford did. And the thought of our earth lacking this clean, clear liquid did not sit well with the eco-conscious automaker. That's why Ford has made it a company goal to conserve this precious resource by all means possible.

At first glance, the phrases, "200-mph" and "street-legal" don't seem to go hand-in-hand. Yet in the context of the upcoming 2013 Shelby GT500 Ford Mustang this mixture somehow works. Scheduled to arrive at dealerships like Plantation Ford sometime next summer, this iteration of the original Ford Mustang model will hit 200-miles per hour while also serving daily driving needs.

As automotive devotees we've seen some pretty remarkable strategies put forth in the name of environmental sustainability. None, however, as unique as the latest Ford green initiative. In addition to pumping out fuel-efficient models such as the Ford Focus, the automaker will cross industry boundaries and promote eco-friendly practices within an entirely new sector: the world of film.

Imagine never having to lose a grocery bag or sprain your back in the name of trunk opening again. Well, Ford has taken that small fantasy and made it a reality with the all-new motion-sensing power liftgate. First available in the next-generation Ford Escape, the technology is a great example of the automaker's dedication to improving convenience and making the everyday lives of new Ford drivers, a bit easier.

Many water-consumers (aka humans) are ditching the plastic bottle in favor of more eco-friendly options such as Kleen Kanteens or Nalgenes. Yet despite the fact that these options are greener and cheaper, not all have made the switch. We know this because it's almost impossible to go a day without seeing a plastic water bottle tossed onto the street or left behind at the office. It seems these little landfill dwellers just won't disappear. Thankfully, Ford has found a home for them that would make Mother Earth proud.

Ford production remains steady within U.S. borders, however such models as the Ford Explorer and the Ford Transit Van will soon be natives of Russia as well. According to US-Russia Ford CEO Ted Cannis, "demand remains strong"¹ there for these vehicles and other new Ford models. In addition to production of the Explorer and Transit, the automaker is set to construct a Russian plant that will crank out 180,000 to 200,000 engines per year and will be responsible for distributing all Ford parts.

Pickup truck lovers in the Ft Lauderdale area will be happy to hear that the 2011 Ford F-150 Lariat SuperCab 4x4 mixes the best of the old with an impressive amount of new. The country's best-selling vehicle has seen some pretty solid highs in the past but the 2011 model comes with added features and some cool new gadgets.

For any new-car buyer quality is by far one of the most important criteria in selecting a new car. This seems quite reasonable to us at Plantation Ford. After all, buying a new car is a serious investment of not only money, but also time and energy. That's exactly why we sell new Ford cars, trucks and SUVs to the greater Plantation, Florida area. We want our lineup to be saturated quality cars that…