Officials to vote on sidewalks Oct 7, 2008
The July death of kindergarten teacher Christian Giles, who was struck by a Ford Expedition while walking along the edge of Mullikin Road, spurred county officials to start plans for sidewalks on the road. The sidewalk will be paid with commissioner discretionary funds from the 2001-05 1-cent sales tax. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Flex is wagon for 21st century Oct 3, 2008
It's tall -- nose high to me, but shorter and wider looking than a Ford Expedition or Chrysler minivan. The wide front door accesses a roomy cockpit. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Ford announces leadership changes at Louisville plants Oct 3, 2008
-based automaker will move production of the Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator SUVs to Kentucky Truck Plant by early 2009. Ford plans to end production of the Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer at Louisville Assembly Plant and retool the plant by mid-2010 to make a small vehicle there. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Metro Atlanta scenes Sep 25, 2008
I actually have about 2,000 vehicles, and we re going through this every day, said Tierney, who was waiting in line Wednesday afternoon to fill his Ford Expedition at the Kroger store in Acworth. Productivity is way down because guys are out doing their installs, but they re also looking for gas stations, Tierney said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Man Robs Chesterfield Movie Theater at Gunpoint Sep 23, 2008
He was last seen getting into a green colored Ford Expedition with chrome wheels. The suspect is a male, approximately six feet tall, and 200 pounds. (WTVR.com, VA)
Denton County, area cities assisting hurricane victims Sep 19, 2008
Brown also drove his Ford Expedition to Southeast Texas to work out of as task force leader for the Denton Co. Task Force. They are currently assigned to Orange County and are working this week in several cities, assisting with house-to-house searches and welfare checks, disconnection of electrical and gas power so that when things are re-energized hopefully homes won't catch fire, Tittle said. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Man Approaches Vehicle, Shot Dead Sep 16, 2008
The suspect vehicle is believed to be a dark blue large SUV, similar to a GMC Suburban or Ford Expedition, with large shiny rims. The driver of the vehicle is believed to be a white female. (WTKR.com, VA)
Tips to help with the switch to a small car Sep 15, 2008
who went from a Ford Expedition to a Smart fortwo, agreed. Youll be surprised at how much goes into the garbage, he said. (MSNBC -- Business)
Drive it Forever Sep 14, 2008
Q. My wife has a 2004 Ford Expedition. Are the bolt heads metric. (Boston Globe)
A reflection of America's past Sep 14, 2008
When we pull into California RV, the Airstream is sitting in the sun, shining like a Lockheed P-38, a glittering lozenge attached to a Ford Expedition King Ranch edition (also not cheap, at $43,590). The technician walks me through the trailer, explaining the technical mysteries. (Boston Globe)
Father, Son Shot After Gang Challenge Sep 9, 2008
The suspected gang members, all wearing white T-shirts, fled in a maroon sport utility vehicle, possibly a Ford Expedition, Dare said. Neither the father nor the son suffered life-threatening injuries, according to Dare, who said San Diego police gang detectives were handling the investigation. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
City staff look at 2010 budget Sep 4, 2008
Taxpayers paid 390,111 for an engine truck out of the FY 2009 budget, 17,000 for a command trailer, 43,000 for an F-550 truck to pull the trailer, 22,100 for a Ford Expedition staff vehicle, which replaces a 1992 Suburban, and 26,666 for a Ford Explorer for fire prevention officers, which replaces a 1994 Suburban, bringing the total expenditures to 498,877 ... In 2006, a new Ford Expedition was bought for the assistant chief for 25,784. (Pekin Times, IL)
Need for new city vehicles questioned Sep 3, 2008
The budget also proposes the purchase of five new Ford Expedition SUVs for Public Safety investigators, who currently drive Ford Crown Victoria sedans. According to Hobby, the investigators would benefit from having more space for equipment and gear, as they sometimes conduct surveillance or perform special assignments. (Bainbridge Post Searchlight, GA)
County, fired deputy near agreement Aug 28, 2008
X- wrote on Aug 27, 2008 9:31 PM:" To "GOSOPPELAND" Why don't you move to Russia where the Soppeland tactics are acceptable. This is a democracy and Kowalczyk was elected sheriff. Kowalczyk is cleaning house and the message has been sent that poor behavior will no longer be tolerated. The bad part for Soppeland is that he now has to milk cows and sell cheese instead of driving around in a Ford Expedition causing hate and discontent amongst the troops while getting paid. I am sure Soppeland now... (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Ford to change focus of truck plant to Focus Aug 27, 2008
Ford will convert the Michigan Truck plant in Wayne from its current products, the giant Lincoln Navigator and Ford Expedition SUVs, to small cars in 2010 ... In July, Ford announced plans to convert the Michigan Truck plant in Wayne from its current products, the giant Lincoln Navigator and Ford Expedition SUVs, to small cars in 2010. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Ford to spend $75M to retool plant for small cars Aug 26, 2008
Michigan Truck's 1,000 workers who now make Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator sport utility vehicles will be sent to the nearby Wayne Assembly Plant, where Ford plans to add a third shift to make more Focus small cars. The move will begin in November, when Ford starts moving the equipment to build the big SUVs to the Kentucky Truck Plant in Louisville. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Eyeing a gas guzzler? Time may be right Aug 25, 2008
2008 Ford Expedition SUV, list price 31,520, on sale for 23,450. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe, list price 37,005, on sale for 28,532. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Man pretended to be a cop for rent discount, say police Aug 23, 2008
The officer who stopped Finley s 1999 Ford Expedition on Live Oak Parkway around 1 a.m. also discovered Finley s vehicle had no insurance and its registration was suspended. Finley claimed he had been stationed overseas, unable to renew his tag or registration, according to Gwinnett police spokeswoman Cpl. Illana Spellman. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
3 Teens Missing Again; Man Faces Charges Aug 20, 2008
Garcia said deputies looking for the Ford Expedition possibly driven by Palmer began searching at local motels. A vehicle that matched the description was found at a motel in the 100 block of Northwoods Avenue. (KCRA 3, CA)
Officials consider sidewalks near schools Aug 13, 2008
Mrs. Brosnahan, a resident of a nearby neighborhood, was keenly aware of the July death of Christian Giles, who was struck by a Ford Expedition while walking on the road's edge. Mrs. Brosnahan and the children, three of whom were hers, tried to stay clear of passing motorists, but they could use a sidewalk for only part of their journey. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Glut of SUVs swells, and so does the pain Aug 13, 2008
The company now says a Ford Expedition will retain 32 percent of its value after three years and that a Chevrolet Suburban will be worth just 30 percent of its original price. Only a few years ago, such vehicles were estimated to keep about half their value after three years. (News & Observer)
Slight relief at pumps might be fleeting Aug 8, 2008
His 1997 Ford Expedition gets 13 mpg and he also owns a Honda and a truck. He figures he'll save $20 a week at the $3. (Albany Times Union)
Toyota 1Q profit falls on U.S. weakness, strong yen Aug 8, 2008
But other automakers' models are faring worse, with the lease guide's projected average value of a Ford Expedition SUV dropping 12. 2 percentage points to 32. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Filling your gas tank stings a little less Aug 4, 2008
The 44-year-old Palm Bay resident said she has noticed falling gas prices recently and is taking advantage of filling up her Ford Expedition in case prices go up again soon ... Joe Madl, 37, of Suntree said he has noticed the falling gas prices, but he is not running out to fill up his Ford Expedition. (Florida Today)
Causeway stop exposes mayor's ghost tag Aug 3, 2008
The city-owned Ford Expedition, which an apparently inebriated Price had just rammed through a tollbooth gate, had an ordinary-looking Louisiana private plate. But when the dispatcher ran the number, PSM 513, through the computer, no information came back. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Pitt native awarded medal Aug 1, 2008
By The Daily Reflector. Friday, August 01, 2008. (The Daily Reflector)
Lowering speed limit won't save gas Jul 30, 2008
I own a 2004 Ford Expedition that gets 17. 4 to 17. (The Augusta Chronicle)
US July auto sales expected to keep downward trend Jul 30, 2008
"There doesn't appear to be any indication that we're going to have a second-half recovery to any great extent,'' said George Pipas, Ford Motor Co.'s top sales analyst. Jesse Toprak, the chief economist for the automotive information site Edmunds.com, predicts industry sales will tumble 3.3 percent in July from a year earlier, and that Honda Motor Co. will be the only major automaker reporting a sales increase thanks to its stable of small, fuel-efficient cars. Honda could even overtake Ford as... (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
No takers for used trucks, SUVs in US Jul 29, 2008
NEW YORK: Compact cars such as the Honda Fit and Chevrolet Aveo are now expected to retain more of their value than trucks and sport utility vehicles once prized for the resale demand, according to a car value tracking firm. Automotive Lease Guide Inc., which provides residual value forecasts, attributed the reversal to soaring gas prices and 00004000 a weak economy that have steered consumers away from gas-guzzling SUVs and trucks and toward more fuel efficient cars. (India Times)
Booming job: Repo man Jul 28, 2008
He drives by a bus company where the driver of a Ford Expedition works. He swings by her mom s house. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Firm chosen to conduct external investigation Jul 25, 2008
Her decision to hire an outside group came after Price drove a city-issued Ford Expedition through a tollbooth barricade on the Causeway and then down a stretch of the bridge with his headlights off. Causeway police stopped him and he admitted to having a few drinks earlier that night, but no citation was issued and Price was picked up and driven home by a relative. (Slidell Sentry-News, LA)
St. Paul Ford plant staying open through 2011 Jul 25, 2008
that currently builds Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator full-size SUVs will be converted this December to producte small cars from Ford s global C-car platform. Production of the Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator will be moved to a truck plant in Louisville, Ky. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
Ford confirms plans for Louisville plants Jul 24, 2008
Also as planned, production of the Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator will be moved to the Kentucky Truck Plant on Chamberlain Lane from the Michigan Truck Plant by early next year. The decision comes as Ford works to find the right product mix to appeal to consumers coping with high fuel costs. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Repossessions flower as the economy withers Jul 24, 2008
"Now, once you found Mama, then you're usually all right."Nine hours of driving through suburban neighborhoods, mobile home parks and downtown Raleigh netted him a Pontiac Firebird in Wendell, a Chrysler Sebring in the Nash County town of Castalia and a Ford Expedition in Rocky Mount. Although he said he has a permit to carry a. (News & Observer)
Ford posts $8.7 billion 2Q loss Jul 24, 2008
Ford also said Thursday that it will convert operations at its two Louisville plants, with the assembly plant switching to small-car production and the Kentucky Truck Plant also making the Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator. It has not detailed any changes yet for the Sharonville plant. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Man shot in McKees Rocks Jul 22, 2008
Police are looking for a gold SUV, possibly a Ford Expedition, that fled the scene. First published on July 22, 2008 at 12:00 am. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Pitcher shows he has stuff Jul 21, 2008
On Friday Meszaros was signed, and Saturday he hopped in his Ford Expedition and drove the four hours to Troy to begin his stint as a member of the Tri-City ValleyCats, Houston's short-season Class A affiliate. Meszaros, 5-10, 175-pounds, throws a fastball, curve and a change-up. (Albany Times Union)
Charges added against Todd County Sheriff (154) Jul 16, 2008
Draper, who is disabled, said a black Ford Expedition was parked between two handicapped spaces at Wal-Mart when he and his wife arrived there to do some shopping. Draper approached the vehicle and found Stokes waiting in the SUV.. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Mandeville mayor gives up vehicle Jul 16, 2008
His decision comes after the now infamous Causeway tollbooth incident when Causeway Police stopped Price after he ran the city-owned Ford Expedition through the tollgate and drove several miles without any headlights on. The officers on duty chose not to issue Price a ticket after he admitted to having a few drinks prior to getting on the road. (Covington News Banner, LA)
Man tries to save friend; both drown Jul 13, 2008
Riley, wearing a blue state Department of Correction employees' uniform, chain-smoked and paced to and from his Ford Expedition, crying and repeating "Mikey, Mikey." Riley collapsed in the arms of family members after identifying his stepson's body for police. A new apartmentContacted Wednesday evening by phone, Riley said his stepson was well liked, a former football star who had begun working highway construction since coming home from college. (News & Observer)
Utility evaluates response to water contamination Jul 13, 2008
By The Daily Reflector. Sunday, July 13, 2008. (The Daily Reflector)
Tragedy haunts family of murder victim Jul 8, 2008
Cleary's vehicle, a silver 2000 Ford Expedition, was recovered a mile and a half east of Mackinaw on Illinois Route 9 the day after her disappearance. Cleary's body was described by Logan County State's Attorney Tim Huyett as suffering severe trauma. (Pekin Times, IL)
Motorists groan at gas prices Jul 6, 2008
Another big change her family has made is trading in their Ford Expedition for a smaller Saturn SUV.. But even with the better gas mileage, Madorin said she thinks twice before going anywhere. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Talking cars: Fancy fuel Jul 4, 2008
Q: I own a 2001 Ford Expedition with only 39,000 miles. The battery will go dead if I do not drive it for five days. (Pembroke Mariner, MA)
Pa. historians baffled by vanished Lincoln bust Jul 3, 2008
historians baffled by vanished Lincoln bust. historians baffled by vanished Lincoln bust. (The Daily Reflector)
Insulin administration Jul 3, 2008
By By MARY ANN ROSER Cox News Service. Thursday, July 03, 2008. (The Daily Reflector)
Four-Day Work Week in Your Future? Jul 3, 2008
It cost $81 a week for Noah to fill up the tank of her Ford Expedition. Her commute is typically 10 to 15 minutes, each way, depending on traffic. (ABC News)
The muscle makes the car Jun 29, 2008
James Marshall, a Raleigh resident, drives a Ford Expedition during the week and pulls out his 1966 Pontiac Catalina on Saturdays and Sundays. "I bought it to take the kids on weekend drives," Marshall said. (News & Observer)
Four-day week gets tryout Jun 26, 2008
"The week before I put in $81 to fill my tank," said Ms. Noah, who drives a Ford Expedition. On June 1, the company converted to a four-day work week for the summer. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Used Cars Make A Comeback Jun 26, 2008
This time last year, the 2005 and 2006 Ford Expedition full-size SUVs were selling, on average, $1,760 higher at the end of May 2007 compared with Jan 1, 2007 ... Sales of the once popular Ford Expedition, which gets an EPA estimated average 14 mpg, tanked between January and April of this year by 27%, according to J.D. Power and Associates. (Forbes)
Kids Summer Stock launches series of regional food drives at Sunday in the Park concert Jun 23, 2008
Kids Summer Stock launches series of regional food drives at Sunday in the Park concert. Kids Summer Stock launches series of regional food drives at Sunday in the Park concert. (The Daily Reflector)
Competition, family, ministry keep Kristi Overton busy Jun 22, 2008
Water skiing champ back in the swim. Water skiing champ back in the swim. (The Daily Reflector)
NEWS ALERT: Housbreaks on Longmeadow, Hobart Street Jun 21, 2008
A neighbor reported seeing a white male with dark hair, exit a red Ford Expedition and enter the rear of the home at approximately 3 p.m.. This was the only information provided to us at this time. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Despite mileage, SUV will be leased to Lingle Jun 21, 2008
Gov. Linda Lingle will ride out the rest of her term in a luxury sport utility vehicle, after the state recently reached a new lease agreement on a 2008 Infiniti QX56 to replace her 2004 Ford Expedition ... The Governor's Office recently reached a new lease agreement on a 2008 Infiniti QX56 to replace a 2004 Ford Expedition whose lease expires at the end of this month. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Ford delays F-150 introduction by 2 months Jun 21, 2008
The Michigan Truck Plant in Wayne, which makes the Lincoln Navigator and Ford Expedition large SUVS, will be idled for nine weeks beginning June 23. Ford will cut one shift at its Louisville Assembly Plant, which makes midsize SUVs, in the third quarter. (USA Today -- Autos)
Ford Meets With Tracinda, Discusses Turnaround Jun 18, 2008
The No. 2 U.S. automaker said earlier on Tuesday that it would idle a Wayne, Michigan plant that builds the Lincoln Navigator and Ford Expedition for nine weeks and a Kentucky truck plant for four weeks this summer. 1. (ABC News -- Wire)
Low Sales Force Ford to Close SUV Plant Jun 18, 2008
In this June 20, 2007 file photo, assemblyman Vic Rista installs door molding in a Ford Expedition at the automaker's Michigan Truck plant in Wayne, Mich ... The Michigan Truck Plant in Wayne, west of Detroit, makes the Lincoln Navigator and Ford Expedition. (ABC News -- Business)
Ford to idle Michigan SUV plant for nine weeks Jun 18, 2008
The Michigan Truck plant in Wayne, Michigan, which makes the Lincoln Navigator and Ford Expedition, will be idled starting Monday until August 25, Ford spokesman Mark Truby said on Tuesday. We are seeing less demand in the large truck and large SUV market right now, Truby said. (MSNBC -- Business)
Ford temporarily closing SUV plant over sales Jun 17, 2008
The Michigan Truck Plant in Wayne, west of Detroit, makes the Lincoln Navigator and Ford Expedition. It will be idled until Aug. 25, Ford spokeswoman Angie Kozleski said Monday. (MSNBC -- Business)
Vancouver gas station creates frenzy over free gas Jun 14, 2008
"Oh, it's really been an issue. Besides the car payment and the insurance, I work in Portland. I've just been spending, like double the amount of gas," said Lisa Banford of Vancouver, who waited an hour to put gas in her Ford Expedition. The raffle ticket from the Washington lottery entered each driver into a million dollar jackpot. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
ConsumerMan: Gashog help Jun 13, 2008
About six months ago, a 2006 Ford Expedition sold at auction for about $26,000. Today, it goes for about $16,000. (MSNBC -- Business)
CNN.com readers holding on to big SUVs Jun 13, 2008
The Houston, Texas, businessman spends about $75 a week to fill up his 2004 Ford Expedition and another $80 on premium gas for his 2001 Jaguar XJ8. But instead of being a drain on his wallet, the soaring price of gas has been a financial windfall. (CNN -- Law)
Umholtz: Foul play suspected in death Jun 12, 2008
A sheriff's office report states that Cleary's vehicle, a silver 2000 Ford Expedition, was recovered a mile and a half east of Mackinaw on Illinois Route 9 over the weekend. The vehicle was located by family members. (Pekin Times, IL)
Montgomery Police Investigate Incident of 'Shopper Rage' Jun 10, 2008
"They slammed the door against her head and left the scene in a black Ford Expedition," said Thornton. Police are looking for the vehicle and trying to pull useful images from the stores security camera. (WSJA.com, AL)
Local woman missing Jun 10, 2008
The sheriff's office reports that Cleary's vehicle, a silver, 2000 Ford Expedition was recovered a mile and a half east of Mackinaw on Illinois Route 9. Anyone with information in regard to the woman's location are asked to contact the Tazewell County Sheriff's Office at 309-346-4141 or Crime Stoppers at 309-346-9000 or. (Pekin Times, IL)
