Ford turns profitability corner

The runners that continue to compete in the domestic American three-horse race have started appearing in the show ring after a hard winter which almost claimed the lives of two of them.

GOLDING’S TAKE: Ford firm favourite for the wacky races

29 January 2010

The runners that continue to compete in the domestic American three-horse race have started appearing in the show ring after a hard winter which almost claimed the lives of two of them.

US: Ford makes $2.7bn net profit in 2009

28 January 2010

Ford Motor on Thursday reported full year 2009 pre-tax operating profit, excluding special items, of $454m, a $7.3 billion improvement over a year ago. Full year net income of $2.7 billion, or 86 cents per share, was helped by favourable pricing, structural cost reductions, net gains on debt reduction and strong Ford Credit results.

ANALYSIS: Who has the right products for 2010?

28 January 2010

A look across the automotive world reveals a global light vehicle market where different manufacturers and models hold sway in different regions. Glenn Brooks utilises just-auto's proprietary PLDB global database of light vehicle model production lifecycles in considering prospects for brands and models.

US: Ford CEO eyes debt and cashflow

27 January 2010

Ford CEO Alan Mulally's 'to do' list for 2010 includes 'reduce long-term debt' and 'get cashflow into line with FedHelped Detroit rivals', according to a report from the Washington motor show.