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Ford Investing $550M to Retool SUV Plant to Produce Focus Small Car and EV

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The plant, formerly the Michigan Truck Plant and the production site for Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigators SUVs, is one of three North American light truck plants Ford is retooling to build fuel-efficient global small cars in the coming years. As part of the retooling, Ford will consolidate its operations from Wayne Assembly Plant.

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Ford Terminates Mercury Brand, Expands Lincoln Lineup with Focus on Fuel Efficiency

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EcoBoost engines available in all Lincolns – from the Navigator full-size SUV to the new C-segment Lincoln. Tags: Fuel Efficiency Vehicle Manufacturers. New Lincoln-exclusive powertrains, including an all-new V-6 engine and advanced fuel-efficient transmissions. Today, there are no stand-alone Mercury dealerships in North America.

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Suzuki cuts emissions of Grand Vitara

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Suzuki claims it has a unique offering in the SUV market in that no other manufacturer currently offers this choice of engines in a compact SUV style. Tags: Green cars Latest news Suzuki Suzuki Grand Vitara. Its independent suspension meanwhile, ensures stability and comfort on tarmac.

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Is it time up for green car brands?

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It was expected to function in a similar fashion to the Scion brand with a compact, mid-size and SUV model. More hybrid parts will be used in the Malibu Hybrid for example - a Chevrolet vehicle - a clear sign that there is consolidation, and with it a united green front, throughout the industry.