Located on Kallapaphruek Road, Ford Kallapaphruek is a full-service dealership with showroom that has been designed and developed in accordance with Ford’s latest global showroom design standards, Brand@Retail. The layout and interface helps deliver a new look and feel that is both comforting and customer-friendly. Additionally, Ford Kallapaphruek’s outdoor garden display provides a green-area that can accommodate customers.

In addition to the dealer network expansion, which will provide more complete coverage nationwide and customer convenience, Ford is continuing its initiative to upgrade all existing Ford dealer showrooms to meet its global Brand@Retail standards.

Ford has also put significantly efforts over the past few years to improve each of its dealer facilities and train all new dealership staff at all service levels to meet Ford’s global Quality Care standards.

“Expanding and upgrading our network of dealer showrooms will increase convenience for customers, improve how we showcase our outstanding products and enhance our overall customer experience,” said Narong Sritalayon, dealer development director, Ford Thailand.

World-Class After-Sales Services and Initiatives

Every Ford vehicle is backed by a record of excellence and world-class aftersales services and initiatives.

Ford’s Customer Services Department (CSD) offers a couple of innovative service programs – which includes the Scheduled Service Plan (SSP) and Premium Protection Plus (PPP) – that allows Ford customers to follow a standard and recommended service plan for their vehicles that can help deliver lower cost of ownership and peace-of-mind.

“We really want our customers to understand that the purchase of a new Ford vehicle is just the start of their Ford ownership experience. We are committed to ensuring this experience is at the same level as our One Ford vehicles – and that is class-leading,” said Adisak Wangpongsawat, Service Operations Director, Ford ASEAN.

“By employing and training the most skilled technicians, and continuing to introduce our after-sales programs and enhance our existing ones, we helping to deliver on this promise,” he added.

Thailand continues to serve as one of Ford’s key global production and export hubs, producing world-class One Ford vehicles. The major upgrades to its world-class network of dealerships and service facilities represent the latest in Ford’s ongoing commitment to go further in Thailand.

For more information, please contact:

RMA City Motors (Ford Kallapaphruek)
34/9 Kallapaphruek Rd., Bangkhuntien, Chomthong, Bangkok 10150
Tel: +66 (0) 241 61555
Fax: +66 (0) 241 60500

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PHNM PENH, Cambodia, May 9, 2013 – Ford today announced its second wave of water well construction for high-priority rural communities lacking access to clean water in the Cambodian provinces of Takeo and Kampong Speu. Together Ford and dealer partner, RMA Cambodia, are investing USD12,500 to build a series of thirteen new water wells in seven villages across the two southern provinces.

The new construction on which Ford today breaks ground is funded through Ford Motor Company’s internationally recognized 2013 Conservation and Environmental Grants Program in Cambodia.

The Takeo province cites nearly 800 families whose water supplies are both unsafe and not meeting their daily volume demands. Meanwhile the province of Kampong Speu, surrounding the Cambodian capital of Phnom Penh, has more than 200 families who, during the dry season, have no access to potable water whatsoever.

“Ford sees this as both an environmental and a humanitarian undertaking, and it tops our companies’ list of priorities for Cambodia in 2013, said DJ Simpson, district manager, South East Asia, Ford Export & Growth.

“After careful surveying of water needs across the country, we and RMA identified seven high-priority rural communities in these provinces who suffer from little to no access to water, and we’re going to do what we can to change this,” he said.

Once constructed, the 13 water wells – eight in Takeo and five in Kampong Speu – will supply the nearly 1000 families with the water they need to quench their thirst, to water their crops and to build healthier, happier lives.

“We are additionally happy to be able to announce that by the end of 2013, we will construct even more new wells in the provinces of Kampong Chhang and Pursat in phase three of our nationwide clean-water well program,” said Seng Voeung, RMA General Manager for Ford, RMA Cambodia.

Ford and RMA have pledged a total of USD70,000 for water well construction across Cambodia for its 2012-2013 grants program, announced in November 2012 in Siem Reap by Elena A. Ford, Vice President, Global Dealer and Consumer Experience, and great-great granddaughter of Ford Motor Company founder, Henry Ford.

Ford Conservation and Environmental Grants

Ford Motor Company’s Conservation and Environmental Grants program has become an annual event in Asia Pacific. Cambodia was the first country in South East Asia to receive a Ford environmental grant and has been a yearly grant recipient for the last 10 years.

Since launching the global grants programme, Ford has awarded more than US$2 million in grants to hundreds of environmental projects in Asia Pacific, the Caribbean, Central America, the Middle East and Puerto Rico.

In Asia Pacific alone, Ford has played a pivotal role in advancing more than 60 environmental initiatives.

“This program is one of the many ways Ford goes further to preserve the environment and improve its communities’ lives,” said David Westerman, Regional Manager, Asia Pacific, Ford Export & Growth Operations, “Environmental conservation, protection and education are integral to what we do, both as product innovators and members of the communities we do business in.”

For more detail about Ford, please visit our Ford Showroom at the following locations:

• Preah Monivong Branch: Building #444, Preah Monivong Boulevard, Opposite the Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning and Construction
  Tel: +855 (0) 23 214 214
• Toek Thla Branch: Along the way to Phnom Penh International Airport, Opposite Attwood Business Center, Next to TOTAL Gas Station
  Tel: +855 (0) 23 890 880
• Siem Reap Branch: Buildling 593, National Road 6, Siem Reap Downtown, Siem Reap Province
  Tel: +855 (0) 63 766 660

 Or visit Ford Cambodia Website: www.ford-cambodia.com

PHNOM PENH, Cambodia, May 08, 2013 – Ford Motor Company today announced the launch of the all-new Ford Escape in Cambodia. Ford is raising the bar even higher with the all-new model that includes 11 new exclusive features and fuel economy projected to top any vehicle of its kind on the market today.

“We call our all-new Ford Escape the ‘smarter utility vehicle’ because it offers the strengths that customers today really value – fuel economy, versatility and new technology that makes driving and living with the vehicle easier and more fun – all wrapped in a sleek, more modern design,” said DJ Simpson, district manager, South East Asia, Ford Export & Growth Operations. “Ford understands that more people every year are looking at vehicles like Escape, and we want to give them even more reasons to buy.”

 “Escape is one of Ford’s best-selling utility vehicles, and the Ford team has worked hard to make sure we deliver even more of what small SUV owners really want,” Simpson said.

In addition to more cargo volume behind the first and second rows than the current vehicle, the new Escape delivers:

• Clever technologies that make Escape even more versatile, including an available hands-free power liftgate that allows quick and easy access to cargo with the kick of a foot
• Projected best fuel economy of any compact SUV Driving dynamics that make the drive experience more engaging on-road and a new Ford Intelligent 4WD System that provides even better traction off-road
• Sleek new design, with better interior materials and more finishing touches

Escape technology makes life better

An array of clever technologies adds to the new Escape’s versatility, helping make life easier for its owners. Key features include:

• An available hands-free power liftgate brings new technology to the market and is enabled by motion technology used in today’s video game systems. A gentle kicking motion under the center of the rear bumper activates, unlocks and raises the liftgate when the driver has the Escape key fob. This allows quick and easy access to the cargo area without needing to set down packages or dig out keys. The same process closes the hatch
• YNC® with MyFord Touch® offers multiple ways for customers to manage and control information through voice commands, menus accessed through controls on the steering wheel, touch screens, buttons or knobs. Upgraded system includes new look, making phone, navigation, entertainment and climate controls even easier to use
• Parallel parking the Escape is virtually stress-free with active park assist. With the press of a button, the system detects an available parallel parking space and automatically steers the vehicle into the space. Drivers control only the gas and brake pedals
• Maneuvering parking lots and traveling open roadways becomes even safer and less stressful with Escape’s sensor-based BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with cross-traffic alert. BLIS sounds an alert when a vehicle is detected entering a blind spot. Cross-traffic alert warns if traffic is detected approaching from the sides, such as when Escape is leaving a parking space in reverse
• The all-new Ford Escape is the first Ford SUV to combine class-exclusive technology to automatically slow the vehicle when it’s cornering too fast (Curve Control) or help accelerate through a turn (Torque Vectoring Control); a new Intelligent 4WD System helps deliver outstanding handling on pristine pavement and in adverse conditions as well, along with excellent traction off-road

Spirited performance with outstanding fuel economy

Ford combines robust performance with great fuel economy in three engine options offered in the Escape: a 2.5-liter four-cylinder option and, making EcoBoost’s Cambodian debut, the 2.0-liter and 1.6 liter EcoBoost variants.

Both new EcoBoost engines combine EcoBoost’s core technologies of direct fuel injection and turbocharging and add twin independent variable camshaft timing (Ti-VCT) to deliver even better miles per gallon and save customers money on fuel. The 2.0-liter offers 240 horsepower and 270 lb.-ft. of torque, while the 1.6-liter provides 178 horsepower and 184 lb.-ft. of torque.

In Escape, EcoBoost engines are mated to a specially calibrated, six-speed SelectShift Automatic® transmissions, which is standard and allow drivers who want more hands-on experiences to manually control gear selection from a switch on the left-hand side of the shifter.

The gearbox features a new torque converter for improved driving feel, silky smooth shifts and even better fuel economy. Engineers also installed revised gear ratios for a balanced driving feel in all situations.

Also aiding fuel economy is Escape’s sleeker design. The new model is nearly 10 percent more aerodynamic than the outgoing model.

Plus, the new Escape’s active grille shutter system, which is on all models with the 1.6-liter EcoBoost and 2.5-liter four-cylinder engines, reduces wind resistance. Grille slats stay open when extra engine cooling air is required, such as low-speed stop-and-go driving. When cruising on the highway at steady speeds, the grille slats automatically close to improve aerodynamics and fuel efficiency.

Versatility and capability come standard

Stowing and towing are even easier in the new five-passenger Escape, thanks to a low liftover height of 27 inches, more innovations and cargo volume that surpasses the outgoing Escape – with 68.1 cubic feet of space behind the first row and 34.3 cubic feet behind the second row.

The new Escape’s rear seats have been designed to fold flat easily. With the touch of a button, the head restraint folds down and with the lift of a handle on the seat, the seatback folds and dives as the seat folds flat and clicks into position.

Escape also features an available two-position load floor, which can be configured to allow the customer to choose among maximum luggage volume or flat load floor.

When properly equipped, the all-new Escape maintains a trailer tow rating of 3,500 pounds with the 2.0-liter EcoBoost engine.

Engaging driving performance through seamless system

Using advanced software and sensors, the new Intelligent 4WD System analyzes data from 25 external signals, including wheel speed, accelerator pedal position and steering wheel angle, assessing road conditions and driver input 20 times faster than the blink of an eye.

The system uses all the sensor inputs to turn the vehicle in the direction the driver wants it to go. Intelligent 4WD builds on the pre-emptive actions by adding and subtracting torque as needed through an electromagnetic clutch.

“This all-new Ford model opens a new chapter in the world of SUVs,” Simpson said. “By being smarter, this utility vehicle will help customers around the globe find better, easier ways to connect with technology, maximize fuel efficiency and find the versatility and capability they need and want.” 

For more detail about Ford Escape, please visit our Ford Showroom at the following locations:

• Preah Monivong Branch: Building #444, Preah Monivong Boulevard, Opposite the Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning and Construction
  Tel: +855 (0) 23 214 214

• Toek Thla Branch: Along the way to Phnom Penh International Airport, Opposite Attwood Business Center, Next to TOTAL Gas Station
  Tel: +855 (0) 23 890 880

• Siem Reap Branch: Buildling 593, National Road 6, Siem Reap Downtown, Siem Reap Province
  Tel: +855 (0) 63 766 660

Or visit Ford Cambodia Website: www.ford-cambodia.com

YANGON, Myanmar, April 30, 2013 – Ford Motor Company today officially announced its entry into the rapidly opening Myanmar market through an exclusive agreement and partnership with Capital Automotive Ltd., a subsidiary of leading Myanmar conglomerate, Capital Diamond Star Group.

By the end of the year, Ford plans to offer Myanmar customers a full showroom of global cars and trucks, representing all vehicle segments. The vehicles will be sourced and imported from Ford’s global production facilities, including North America and Thailand.

“We see tremendous potential and opportunity for Ford in Myanmar, and we’re looking forward to serving customers in this exciting market,” said David Westerman, regional manager, Asia Pacific, Ford Export & Growth Operations. “We’re also committed to making meaningful contributions and investments that will support the country’s ongoing economic and social development.”

Through its landmark deal with Capital Automotive, Ford will become the first global automaker to offer complete automotive solutions in Myanmar.

Ford’s first dealership facility is nearing completion in Yangon – the country’s commercial center and most populous city – and will offer an integrated sales, service and spare parts solution. Both the facility’s design and operations are fully aligned to Ford’s global standards.

“We could not have found a better long-term partner than Ford, and we are looking forward to introducing world-class Ford vehicles and services to our developing market,” said Ko Ko Gyi, owner and managing director of Capital Diamond Star Group.

Ford and Capital Automotive plan to expand with facilities in other markets across the country as business grows.

 “With our exclusive partner, Capital Automotive, we are well-positioned to fully realize the huge potential of this market over the long-term,” added Westerman.

ASEAN Opportunity

Ford’s entry into Myanmar will help support its overall growth strategy for the ASEAN region, which represents a combined population of 600 million.

“Our entry into Myanmar is the latest step in Ford’s aggressive expansion in Asia Pacific, and will help us to more fully realize the opportunity within the ASEAN region,” said Matt Bradley, president, Ford ASEAN.

Ford’s starting lineup in Myanmar

Myanmar benefits from a strategic location between India and China, and a shared border with Thailand, Ford’s operations hub for the ASEAN region. This provides a variety of vehicle supply and logistics options from adjacent Thailand, as well as importing U.S.-sourced cars and trucks directly into Myanmar.

The iconic Ford F-Series pickup truck and class-defining all-new Ford Ranger will be among the first models to arrive in Myanmar.

“We’re committed to bringing the best of our global Ford lineup to Myanmar – world-class vehicles that Myanmar customers will want and value,” said Westerman.

Establishing an industry

In addition to the marketing and sales of its vehicles in Myanmar, Ford is committed to an enduring presence and ongoing investment in the market.

This will include providing opportunities for extensive, hands-on, skilled labor training to employees. Through this venture, Ford already is bringing in world-class training resources and technical experts to help educate the technicians, sales and service personnel that the company has employed.

“Part of Ford’s core values as a company is to invest in the places where we do business – to invest in people, in their careers and in the local communities,” explained Westerman. “It’s both an honor and our responsibility to train and develop a skilled workforce, and quite literally, to help shape the future of Myanmar’s automotive market.”

Ford Conservation and Environmental Grants in Myanmar

Ford also announced that it will bring its internationally-recognized Conservation and Environmental Grants program to Myanmar in 2013. This effort has become an annual event in select markets around the world.

Through the program, Ford plays a pivotal role in advancing hundreds of environmental initiatives in the region, from protecting wildlife and preventing forest fires, to funding cultural heritage projects and replenishing resources in rural communities.

In Cambodia, for example, Ford recently helped to launch an aggressive multi-year clean water initiative to bring fresh water to thousands of individuals living in rural villages across the nation.

When Ford Motor Company and its partners announce an open call for grant proposals in Myanmar later this year, all individuals, communities, non-profit groups and institutions that have projects in the areas of environmental preservation, environmental education or conservation engineering will be eligible to apply for funding.

By providing necessary funding and visibility, Ford hopes to encourage local, grassroots efforts that will serve as catalysts for change across Myanmar and across the globe.

Funding amounts and details for the program in Myanmar will be confirmed when the program is officially announced later this year.

For more information regarding Ford in Myanmar, please visit: www.ford-myanmar.com

AIDF is renowned for attracting policy-makers and project managers from USAID, World Vision International, the Millennium Challenge Corporation, UN World Food Programme and the International Procurement Agency. Almost 1,700 delegates will learn from experts within the humanitarian aid sector, along with representatives from embassies and the corporate sector who further enhance the diversity of AIDF’s visitor profiles for the 1,700+ delegates in attendance.

AIDF 2013 takes place from May 21th through May 22th, 2013 in Hall D of the Walter E. Washington Convention Center Hall, Washington DC

Global Fleet Sales

A subsidiary of RMA Group, GFS is the authorized international distributor for Ford Motor Company products to the Aid & Development sector. For more than 25 years it has provided stock and customized, purpose-built vehicles to the Aid & Development sector. It serves commercial, government and NGO clients with Total Fleet Management Solutions. GFS is a single source fleet and turnkey provider that can manage and support fleets in all environments with OEM and customized parts, 24/7 hotline support, mobile service units, driver/operator training, and consolidated financing & leasing plans.

GFS looks forward to meeting with you at AIDF, booth 302. For further information,
please contact marketing@rmagroup.net or visit www.aidforumonline.org

Ford is raising the bar even higher in Laos with the 2013 Ford Taurus. Sourced out of North America, the Taurus is the first car in Ford’s Lao lineup to offer the advanced 2.0-liter EcoBoost® engine. The Ford Taurus – which delivers excellent fuel economy, advanced technology, design, refinement and enhanced driving dynamics, is now available at Ford showrooms in Vientiane, as well as in Louangphrabang, Savannakhet, Champasack and Hongsa.

For more information, please visit: www.laofordcity.com

City Automobiles has made significant investment in its Wireless Road location, with complete renovation of its sales, after-care, servicing and maintenance facilities providing best-in-class support. A highly robust sales performance at the 34^th Bangkok International Motor Show has shown that customers are happy to place their trust in the authorized distributor as it strives to grow the Jaguar and Land Rover brands in Thailand.

Danai Chandrangam, General Manager, City Automobiles Co. Ltd., said, “City Automobiles is delighted with the enthusiasm and interest that Thai customers have shown towards our selection of Jaguar and Land Rover cars on display at the 34th Bangkok International Motor Show. With 40 firm orders, including 10 orders placed on the newly-launched Jaguar range of cars, we look forward to building on this terrific sales performance throughout the year.”

The popular Land Rover models among Thai people included the Range Rover Evoque and The All-New Range Rover while Jaguar was led by the XF model.

“For existing customers, and luxury automotive buyers who are still not yet acquainted with this world-leading range of cars, the launch of the Jaguar F-Type in Thailand soon will be another reason to make Jaguar Land Rover the first port of call for unrivalled luxury, performance, style and pedigree” said Danai.

Danai Chandrangam, General Manager, City Automobiles Co. Ltd., said, “We’ve had great success with sales across the full price range of both Jaguar and Land Rover vehicles during the first week, which is an excellent achievement for both City Automobiles and Jaguar Land Rover. Popular models include the Range Rover Evoque, The All-New Range Rover, Jaguar XF, Freelander 2, Discovery 4 and Jaguar XK. We are confident that by the end of the event, we will have beaten our total sales target for the show. These sales represent strong buyer interest, popularity in the marketplace, and also trust from Thai consumers. City Automobiles is the official distributor and is ready to serve sales and after-sales care requirements with excellent levels of care, service and repair facilitation.”

The exhibit allows fans and potential customers to explore the latest vehicles available under both marques, along with a selection of exclusive special offers. Defender, Freelander 2, Discovery 4, Range Rover Sport and Range Rover Evoque models are offered with three years inclusive maintenance, and the Evoque is available with an additional offer of 25% down payment (35% for all other models).

Visitors can find more details and sales promotions of Jaguar and Land Rover cars at Booth A19/1, at the 34th Bangkok International Motor Show, IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Center, Muang Thong Thani, from 26 March to 7 April.

Customers take advantage of special promotions until April 7, 2013

Danai Chandrangam, General Manager – City Automobiles Co. Ltd.,said, “City Automobiles has enjoyed significant sales success following the launch of the Range Rover Evoque and All New Range Rover in Thailand. The company has also now been named as the exclusive distributor of Jaguar cars in the country; a highly exclusive market move which brings Jaguar’s famous brand values of style, performance, luxury and value to the marketplace in Thailand. In the Thai market, Jaguar will offer the XF 2.2 Diesel executive saloon, the XJ luxury 4-door saloon model (long wheel base), and the high performance grand tourer XK model.”

Customers will be able to get ‘hands-on’ with the range of Jaguar and Land Rover models, all of which have scooped a wide array of awards and accolades from the worldwide motoring press.

Furthermore, City Automobiles is pleased to be able to present several special offers and incentives for visitors to the 34^th Bangkok International Motor Show. Land Rover Defender, Freelander, Discovery, Range Rover Sport and Range Rover Evoque models will be offered with three years inclusive maintenance, and the Evoque will be available with an additional offer of 25% downpayment (35% for all other models. Terms and conditions apply to special promotions).

“City Automobiles has invested significantly to provide facility upgrades, sophisticated maintenance equipment, tools and the technology necessary to ensure genuine Jaguar service standards are maintained. A dedicated and highly trained Jaguar team will be on hand for sales and after-sales care requirements, with a focus on delivering exceptional levels of satisfaction to Thai customers.” continued Danai.

City Automobiles recently completed activities of its current facility on Wireless Road, Lumphini, to accommodate the sales and after-sales support of Jaguar in Thailand. It will also be making considerable investment into a new facility on Rama IV Road, which will be operational in the latter part of 2013. The new facility, along with the existing City Automobiles location, will ensure world class customer service and support for the Jaguar brand in the Thai market.

Further product and technical information is available at www.landroverthailand.com

RMA Group and Guava International exhibited and showcased our two vehicles, Ford Ranger Double Cab and the Land Rover Defender Aid Vehicle with Direct Aid branding respectively. We also highlighted our RMA Group Solutions including Transportation, Fleet Management Solutions, Heavy equipment, Power generation, Engineering services, Total Facilities Management and Training to visitors at our stand.

The honorable highlight of the event was that HRH Princess Haya Bint Al Hussein had paid a visit to our booth after she delivered the opening speech. Surrounded by media, Phil Jones was welcoming and having a conversation with the Princess.

DIHAD hosted 275 companies from 66 countries and over 50 speakers specialists from the humanitarian and development field. There were more than 2,000 visitors and participants for this year.