Ford is top-selling automaker in Canada for two consecutive years

 

OAKVILLE, Ont., January 4, 2011 –Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited finished the year as best-selling manufacturer in the industry for the second consecutive year. The F-Series remains the top-selling pickup truck in Canada as it hits 46 continuous years. It is also the top-selling vehicle in Canada for a second year in-a-row. The popularity of F-150 was powered by the new V6 EcoBoost engine, selling more than 24,000 units (34%) since the product launched last year.

 

"Full-sized trucks are experiencing record-breaking sales in Canada," said Scott Cauvel, vice president of sales, Ford of Canada. "Consumers don’t have to sacrifice space and fuel economy in their trucks."

 

In 2011, car sales were up 14 per cent, driven by the Ford Fiesta and the launch of the sleek new 2012 Ford Focus. Total vehicle sales rose 3 per cent, as a result of strong SUV and CUV sales. The Ford Explorer sales increased 119 per cent, and Ford Escape was up 3 per cent. Building on this momentum, the all-new 2013 Escape hits showrooms in the spring. With a new design, smarter technologies and fuel efficient engine options, the 2013 Escape is the smarter utility vehicle.

 

Ford sales were number one in December, as truck sales increased 4 per cent, driven by strong F-Series sales. F-150 sales rose 36 per cent, Taurus sales increased 11 per cent and Explorer sales jumped 101 per cent.

 

"We are optimistic that the Canadian auto industry will continue to grow in 2012," said Cauvel. "Ford is well-positioned to take advantage of this growth, offering a full line-up of fuel-efficient vehicles, including our first Ford Focus Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV)."

 

Fuel economy has become a key purchase consideration for consumers and Ford is committed to delivering fuel-efficient vehicles without sacrificing performance and capability; resulting in the upcoming launch of C-MAX Hybrid and Energi, Focus Electric and Escape. Ford continues to invest in EcoBoost engines and other fuel-efficient vehicles giving consumers the power of choice.

 

 

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January 4, 2012