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#27 of 1054 Re: Fusion Hybrid vs. Prius: Roominess [coldcranker] by akirby Dec 29, 2008 (11:58 am)
Replying to: coldcranker (Dec 29, 2008 11:01 am) If Ford was allowed to build cars in the U.S. the way Hyundai does (and all the other imports) then there would be more U.S. production. But they can't, and I don't want to get started on the reasons why.
#28 of 1054 Toyota Patents by akirby Dec 29, 2008 (12:00 pm)
I also wanted to point out that the 2010 Fusion uses NO Toyota licensed patents - none. The Escape only used 22 out of hundreds anyway, but they've redone whatever was infringing on the Toyota patents.   So no more "they bought it from Toyota" crap. Cause if they did then it would only get 33/34 mpg just like the Camry. Replies to this message: gagrice (Dec 29, 2008 1:19 pm) kdhspyder (Dec 30, 2008 9:52 am)
#29 of 1054 Re: Toyota Patents [akirby] by gagrice Dec 29, 2008 (1:19 pm)
Replying to: akirby (Dec 29, 2008 12:00 pm) So no more "they bought it from Toyota" crap. Cause if they did then it would only get 33/34 mpg just like the Camry.   It is good to see Ford doing some innovation that leapfrogs the Imports. It may be what they need to keep out of Bankruptcy.
#30 of 1054 I'll go there. by milkman1 Dec 29, 2008 (4:32 pm)
They make the Fusion in Mexico to avoid the UAW. The Japanese automakers open their plants in right to work states and avoid labor unions taking hold in the first place. The US makers get knocked around by the union when they try and step out of line, example GM and their Saturn plant. US makers are better off importing their own cars. You know, there used to be one brakeman for each rail car on a train. Those jobs went away too because a more efficient means of completing the work was invented. You know, like the cotton gin etc. Teach your kids to do something new auto workers, your compensation is out of line with your skill (mostly). Thanks, The Management
#31 of 1054 Re: Toyota Patents [akirby] by kdhspyder Dec 30, 2008 (9:52 am)
Replying to: akirby (Dec 29, 2008 12:00 pm) Yes for the present the FFH has the lead by a good margin in the FE race for the midsized autos. It's a great step and good timing by Ford.   Now the ball is in Toyota's court to respond. We all benefit by this. Thanks Ford.
#32 of 1054 Re: Fusion won CD comparo [coldcranker] by mtnman1 Dec 30, 2008 (3:51 pm)
Replying to: coldcranker (Dec 29, 2008 8:26 am) Yeah, but the Prius and Insight won't be as classy or as fun to drive either. I'd happily give up a few MPG to drive a car that in my opinion is so much better looking. I guess my experience with talking to a couple of Prius owners is their smugness and a "I'm smarter than you" attitude they have that totally turns me off toward the car..
#33 of 1054 Fusion Hybrid '10 availability by jd25 Jan 03, 2009 (4:07 pm)
Until now I have not considered a hybrid because I thought we have to wait couple of more years for the technology to mature. But after reading about Fusion Hybrid '10 now I'm seriously considering it if it is available in next couple of months. Does anyone when it would be available for sale and the approx. pricing?   Thanks in advance! Replies to this message: bigt (Jan 03, 2009 9:06 pm) akirby (Jan 03, 2009 9:47 pm) jd25 (Jan 04, 2009 12:29 pm) coldcranker (Jan 04, 2009 7:14 pm) and 60 more... akirby (Jan 05, 2009 6:03 am) jd25 (Jan 06, 2009 9:02 pm) akirby (Jan 07, 2009 5:58 am) coldcranker (Jan 04, 2009 8:44 am)
#34 of 1054 Re: Fusion Hybrid '10 availability [jd25] by bigt Jan 03, 2009 (9:06 pm)
Replying to: jd25 (Jan 03, 2009 4:07 pm) I received a sopec .pdf file from the dealer on the Milian, I am impressed but still no info on how to pre-order. Should I just wait?
#35 of 1054 Re: Fusion Hybrid '10 availability [jd25] by akirby Jan 03, 2009 (9:47 pm)
Replying to: jd25 (Jan 03, 2009 4:07 pm) Job 1 is first week in February - hybrids may be a bit later. We should know more next week. My guess is they'll hit dealers in April-May.   All you need to do to pre-order is talk to the dealer, agree on a price (e.g. MSRP) and have them put in the order whenever the order banks open. Replies to this message: jd25 (Jan 04, 2009 12:29 pm) coldcranker (Jan 04, 2009 7:14 pm) kdhspyder (Jan 05, 2009 9:08 am) and 59 more... akirby (Jan 05, 2009 6:03 am) jd25 (Jan 06, 2009 9:02 pm) akirby (Jan 07, 2009 5:58 am)
#36 of 1054 Here is alink to by scape2 Jan 04, 2009 (8:32 am)
the CD article.. pass it on in other forums... http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/hot_lists/car_shopping/green_machines/2010_f- ord_fusion_hybrid_short_take_road_test Replies to this message: coldcranker (Jan 04, 2009 9:14 am)

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