Ford Celebrates Official Launch of All-New Mustang Going Global; Iconic Pony Car En Route to Asia
20 Gennaio 2015 - 6:01AM
Business Wire
- Ford celebrates the official launch of
export of the all-new 2015 Ford Mustang to customers around the
world
- Mustang is available in more than 100
markets in both left- and right-hand-drive configurations
- Ford is a top U.S. exporter of
automobiles, which supports American jobs
The iconic Mustang is officially going global.
For the first time in its 50-year
history, the Ford Mustang will be available to customers around the
world in more than 100 markets. First shipments of the highly
anticipated Mustang are headed for Asia, with vehicles arriving in
Europe midyear. (Photo: Business Wire)
For the first time in its 50-year history, Mustang will be
available to customers around the world in more than 100 markets.
First shipments of the highly anticipated Mustang are headed for
Asia, with vehicles arriving in Europe midyear.
The all-new Mustang – assembled in Flat Rock, Michigan – now
joins other Ford and Lincoln vehicles exported to countries abroad.
In 2013, Ford Motor Company shipped more than 380,000 vehicles from
the United States, making the automaker a top U.S. exporter of
vehicles.
“Henry Ford exported the sixth Model A assembled in 1903 and we
continue this legacy today,” said Joe Hinrichs, Ford president of
The Americas. “The success of our One Ford plan presents
opportunities for growth in global markets. Exporting Ford and
Lincoln vehicles to Asia Pacific and beyond is an important part of
Ford’s global growth story. Mustang is just one more example of the
international demand for Ford cars and trucks.”
Going global means jobs
Making Ford vehicles available to global consumers supports
thousands of jobs across the United States. The all-new 2015
Mustang is supported by U.S. suppliers in 25 states. In 2013, Flat
Rock Assembly Plant in Michigan, the car’s production home,
celebrated the 1 millionth Mustang built there. The facility has
approximately 3,000 employees working two shifts at full capacity
to produce Mustang and Fusion. In addition, 100 jobs at the Port of
Portland have now been added to support Ford exports bound for Asia
Pacific and other markets.
"Serving as a gateway for exports of new Ford vehicles to China
and Korea has helped boost employment and bolster our local
economy," said Bill Wyatt, executive director for the Port of
Portland. "Auto exports and imports support more than 500 jobs at
our marine terminals, and they have been an important part of our
diverse cargo portfolio since 1953."
Preparing Mustang for export
Mustangs exported from the United States undergo a series of
steps to ensure compliance with vehicle standards in the
destination countries. At each port’s homologation center, Ford and
Lincoln vehicles receive finishing touches that follow specific
engineering work completed in production at the plant. Vehicles
undergo proper customs documentation and tracking so Ford can
ensure their progress and delivery. Certain vehicles receive an
underbody coating and documents in the destination country
language.
“Preparing these vehicles for shipment to their final
destination is critical to satisfying both customer and regulatory
requirements for our markets around the world,” said Gerald
Schoenle, director, Ford Trading Company. “We want our customers
globally to know that their Ford vehicles will meet emissions,
safety and road-worthiness requirements.”
The addition of a right-hand-drive Mustang to Ford’s global
vehicle lineup will allow the iconic pony car to be exported to
more than 25 of these markets around the world, including the
United Kingdom, Australia and South Africa.
American-made Ford vehicles travel the world
Mustang joins a lineup of Ford Motor Company vehicles produced
in the United States and exported around the world.
Ford Explorer is largely produced at Chicago Assembly Plant in
Illinois and exported to a number of markets, including China. In
2012, Ford exported just 200 Explorers to China; in 2014, that
number increased to more than 9,000.
In September 2014, Ford Motor Company began shipping Lincoln
vehicles from the Port of Portland to China, marking a significant
milestone for the brand globally. The shipment, which included
Lincoln MKC vehicles made in Kentucky, is part of Ford’s commitment
to offer a unique experience designed to revolutionize the way
premium cars are sold in China. By the end of 2014, there were a
total of eight Lincoln dealers throughout China.
About Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company, a global automotive industry leader based in
Dearborn, Michigan, manufactures or distributes automobiles across
six continents. With about 189,000 employees and 65 plants
worldwide, the company’s automotive brands include Ford and
Lincoln. The company provides financial services through Ford Motor
Credit Company. For more information regarding Ford and its
products worldwide, please visit www.corporate.ford.com.
For news releases, related materials and
high-resolution photos and video, visit www.media.ford.com.
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Ford Motor CompanyChristin Baker,
202.962.5368cbake117@ford.comorAmanda Zusman,
313.322.3132azusman@ford.com
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