Ford India Sells Over 7,400 Cars in March, Kickstarts EcoSport Urban Discoveries Campaign

Apr-01-2013 7:40 AM ET

​NEW DELHI, India – Ford India sold more than 7,400 vehicles in combined wholesales and exports in March 2013 as macroeconomic factors, including high inflation and high interest rates, continued to dampen consumer sentiment and contribute to an industry slowdown. 

India Offers Unique Growth Opportunity for Ford: David Schoch

Mar-21-2013 2:25 AM ET

CHENNAI, India — With legions of young people and families increasingly able to realize the dream of personal transportation, India offers a unique growth opportunity for Ford, said David Schoch, president, Ford Asia Pacific, during a visit to the Chennai manufacturing plant.

Figo Celebration Edition Launched on 3rd Anniversary

Mar-13-2013 10:25 PM ET

NEW DELHI, India —To celebrate three years since the launch of its most awarded car, the Figo, Ford India has announced a limited Figo “Celebration Edition.”

Ford Wins Two CAR Magazine Awards in South Africa

Mar-04-2013 9:30 PM ET

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa — Ford Motor Company of South Africa (FMCSA) has scooped up two prizes at the 2013 CAR Magazine Top 12 Awards.

Q&A with Michael Boneham on New Figo Launch

Oct-18-2012 6:10 AM ET

​NEW DELHI, India – @Ford spoke with Michael Boneham, president and managing director, Ford India, following the successful launch of the New Figo this week.

New Figo Enthralls in Night Drive Through Mumbai

Oct-17-2012 3:15 AM ET

MUMBAI, India — It was the night Ford’s New Figo met Bollywood.

New Figo Rocks Mumbai with a Musical Launch

Oct-16-2012 4:10 AM ET

MUMBAI, India —  At the Hard Rock Café, the hippest joint in the busy Mumbai suburb of Worli, Ford banners declaring “Get Ready to Welcome Change” and “Change is a Wonderful Thing” shared the stage with photos of rock icons Eric Clapton, Bono, Jim Morrison and Madonna.

Ford India Launches New Figo with Enhanced Kinetic Design, New Colours and Smart Features

Oct-15-2012 4:35 AM ET

MUMBAI, India — Ford India today introduced the New Figo, an enriched version of India’s “Most Awarded Car” with an enhanced Kinetic design, trendy new colours and a host of enhanced smart features. The New Figo builds on the sporty and sophisticated personality of the original, featuring several key changes including 10 new styling elements.

Ford’s Figo celebrates 2nd birthday with over 150,000 proud owners across India

Mar-12-2012 3:10 AM ET

NEW DELHI, India — Birthdays are always a special occasion, and when the product whose birthday it is, happens to be India’s most loved and most awarded car in its segment – the Ford Figo – the occasion is that much more special.

Ford India Discover Smart Drive winners on top of the world, with a close look of Mt Everest

Dec-22-2011 4:20 AM ET

KATHMANDU, Nepal For Gaurav and Gunjan Juyal, winning Ford India's Discover Smart Drive (DSD 2) made them feel on top of the world. And they weren't exaggerating.

Ford India Figo Drive Aiming for New Heights

Dec-09-2011 2:50 AM ET

CHENNAI, India — For Ford India, the sky is the limit – literally.

Ford Puma Rugby Team Celebrate a Successful Season

Nov-22-2011 4:45 AM ET

PRETORIA South Africa — Loose forward Jaco Bouwer has walked away with a brand new Ford Figo after being named Ford Puma Rugby team player of the year at a recent annual awards dinner co-hosted by Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (FMCSA). 

Figo Bharat Yatra Visits Customers in 1000 Indian Cities

Oct-31-2011 5:25 AM ET

NEW DELHI, India – As the Bharat Yatra caravan rolled into the Kairali Ford in Kochi on Wednesday to loud cheers, it marked the culmination of a 100-day journey for Ford India's popular Figo across 1,000 cities and small towns in India.

Figo Photos Worth 100,000 Smiles

Sep-05-2011 1:05 AM ET

NEW DELHI, India – In celebration of Ford Figo sales topping 100,000 units in July, Ford India held a contest to give owners a chance to express their feelings for the popular small car. 

Family Arrives on a Scooter, Leaves in a Figo

Aug-23-2011 5:25 AM ET

VAPI, India – Like many Indian families, Madhuben Patel and her son Jignesh have spent their entire lives zipping through the chaotic and narrow streets of their hometown by scooter. But with increased traffic in recent years, combined with a growing family, the Patels decided it was time for a big change.

Ford Takes Three Wins at the TOTAL Economy Run

Aug-03-2011 6:00 AM ET

PRETORIA, South Africa— Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa has walked away from the annually held TOTAL Economy Run with three class victories. Held in the Free State area from 29 and 30 July, a formidable line-up of experienced drivers and navigators the team was able to get the best out of the vehicles claiming two class wins under the Ford banner, and one class win for Mazda.

Ford Celebrates 100,000 Figo Sales with Pan-India Drive

Jun-30-2011 4:00 AM ET

NEW DELHI, India To celebrate the sale of 100,000 wholesale units of Figo, Ford has embarked on a road show to 1,000 cities across India – giving customers and fans a first hand look at the popular hatch.

Fan Takes Top Spot in Figo Driving Challenge

Jun-28-2011 2:20 AM ET

PRETORIA, South Africa— In a surprise finish at Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa’s (FMCSA) country-wide Figo Eco Driving Challenge, Crystle-Lynne Moore of Cape Town took the top spot on June 8, despite fierce competition in the first leg of the rally.

Chennai Plant Celebrates 100,000th Figo

Apr-25-2011 6:20 AM ET

CHENNAI, India – Allusions to India's recent conquest in the Cricket World Cup 2011, recollection of  a great year marked by the Figo's continued successes, and happy moments shared with great camaraderie on reaching yet another great milestone –  the 100,000th Figo's rollout at the Chennai plant witnessed it all.

Ford India Celebrates Figo's First Birthday With Gusto

Mar-11-2011 1:25 AM ET

CHENNAI, India - The hottest small car in India, Ford's phenomenal Figo, celebrated its first birthday on Wednesday, March 9, in big style. Colourful events held nationwide were attended by enthusiastic Ford India leadership, employees and customers.

Ford Figo named runner-up in South Africa Car of the Year contest

Mar-10-2011 12:05 AM ET

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – Ford’s Figo took the runner-up position, in a surprise finish to an evening that saw two cars named 2011 South African Car of the Year at a gala awards evening hosted by Wesbank and the South African Guild of Motoring Journalists (SAGMJ) last night.

Ford Figo Set to Drive into New Export Markets on its First Anniversary

Mar-09-2011 10:00 PM ET

NEW DELHI, India – Like many proud parents on the subcontinent who hope their children gain international experience, Ford India is sending its over-achieving baby abroad now that it has come of age. The phenomenal Ford Figo, which celebrates the first anniversary of an extraordinary year today, will be exported to Mexico and more than 50 other international markets this year.

Ford Figo a finalist for South Africa Car of the Year

Feb-10-2011 10:10 PM ET

PRETORIA, South Africa – The Ford Figo is a key product for Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (FMCSA) in the region’s fast-growing new car market.  Its crisp driving dynamics, fuel-efficient engine options, cheerful styling and interiors and, of course, its terrific pricing, have propelled it up the sales charts and won it critical acclaim in the local media.

New Year shines with string of awards for Figo

Jan-05-2011 9:40 PM ET

CHENNAI, India - The phenomenal Ford Figo has made a triple award winning start to 2011 with BBC Top Gear magazine naming it the "2010 Small Car of the Year." In addition, Figo was voted CNBC TV18-Overdrive's "Compact Car of the Year" and the "Viewer's Choice" awards by a panel of prestigious jury members and viewers, respectively.