Article - Evan Smith - Muscle Mustangs & Fast Fords Magazine - Photos - Official Ford Motor Company
Fifty years. That’s how long Ford’s been producing America’s favorite pony car—for half a century, can you believe it? It debuted on April 17, 1964 and its history is storied, from the streets, to the track, Mustang has been a winner.
There’s hardly a group of owners more dedicated to a specific brand, make, or model, so it’s serious business when Ford tools up a new Stang. “The Ford Mustang inspires passion like no other car,” said Raj Nair, Ford group vice president, global product development. “The visceral look, sound and performance of Mustang resonates with people, even if they never drove one,” he added.
Ford recognizes the importance of its Mustang, and that’s why the heart and soul of Dearborn resides in the 2015. Based on the styling and a barrage of technology and options, the ’15 looks to be a superstar. Improvements come in power, handling, economy, safety, connectivity, and for the first time ever, it will be sold globally.
Ford tells us there are over 200 Mustang clubs worldwide, including Iceland, the Ford Mustang Facebook page has nearly 6,000,000 likes and you can find a Mustang or Ford event virtually every weekend. There are web forums, web pages and so much Mustang gear to fill a museum. Mustang is a lifestyle—and more than ever, Ford understands what the Mustang is and what it needs to be. Continue reading
