Ford To Bring Smaller Engine To Us In 2014 Fiesta

Kansas City Star: Business, Kansas City Star: Business
Mon, 11/19/2012 - 3:56pm

Ford is bringing its smallest engine to the U.S. in the race to meet stricter government fuel economy rules.

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