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Ford Issues Recall for ‘Forced Neutral Condition’

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According to documents filed with the& NHTSA , certain hybrid-equipped models of the 2022-2024cFord Maverick and 2020-2022 Escape, along with the 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair, may suddenly find themselves in a so-called ‘forced neutral condition’ following a software update. Dealers were notified of the problem a couple of days ago.

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Ford: software update will correct potential overheating and fire in 1.6L engine

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Ford Motor Company announced a corrective action—a software update—to address potential engine overheating that could result in engine fires in SE and SEL models of the 2013 Ford Escape and Ford Fusion models equipped with 1.6-liter Ford is now working to deliver the software and repair procedure to its dealers.

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Designing the First Apple Macintosh: The Engineers’ Story

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This article was first published as “Design case history: Apple’s Macintosh.” The author spoke with many members of the design team in the months following the 1984 introduction of the Macintosh, however, Steve Jobs did not grant an interview for this article. It appeared in the December 1984 issue of IEEE Spectrum.

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Ford ups its electrified vehicle ante to $11B; 86% trucks and SUVs in the product mix by 2020

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That money will go toward: Next-Gen Hybrid Electrics: Part of Ford’s new strategy includes going all-in on hybrids to bring more capability to customers of our most popular and high-volume vehicles like F-150, Mustang, Explorer, Escape and Bronco. Ford’s new hybrids will offer customers more space than today’s hybrids.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Kia Sportage

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But, since Kia did not design nor is marketing the Sportage Hybrid as a sport compact crossover, we were perfectly satisfied with its handling and cornering abilities. New Design: Out and In. All retain the brand’s signature Tiger Nose grille with boomerang daytime running lights being a key design feature. Room for adults.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota Prius Prime PHEV

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The aerodynamic design has a 0.27 When you see it at the Toyota dealer in person, the experience will start all over again. Front visibility is good, but the swept-back windshield design may create a minor A-pillar blind spot for some drivers. Modern Interior Six inches of ground clearance leads to a lower driving position.

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Road Test: 2022 Maserati Levante Trofeo

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When at the dealer, make sure to lift the hood and get a look at the beautiful Trofeo red and black engine with its carbon fiber bits, which by far is the most attractive you will see. A smooth design. Its design, which debuted in 2016, went through a refresh in 2021 with revised front and rear fascias.