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Ford has earned well-deserved recognition following the release of the newest J.D. Power Automotive Performance, Execution, and Layout (APEAL) Study. The report underlines Ford's ongoing advancements in vehicle styling, cabin comfort, and total customer delight.

 
Ford has made impressive strides for the 2026 model year, earning top recognition from J.D. Power as the No. 1 mainstream brand in its Initial Quality Study for the first time in over a decade. By maintaining a steadfast commitment to consumer expectations across safety systems, design aesthetics, and advanced technology, Ford has achieved major honors.

  
The global reputation of Ford Motor Company as a premier manufacturer is well-established, yet the automaker has reached a new pinnacle this year. TIME has honored Ford Motor Co. with the title of America's most iconic company. This award recognizes the unique way Ford's designs reflect the identity of the United States. Additionally, the brand is lauded for its ability to merge premium vehicle quality with practical affordability.

 
Trustworthiness is one factor nearly every consumer probes before deciding on a vehicle. It encompasses a car's expected road performance and capacity to avoid issues throughout ownership. To gauge this, J.D. Power publishes an annual U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study that ranks automakers by their dependability.

 
Jim Farley, the CEO of Ford Motor Company, has led the corporation since the start of this pivotal decade. MotorTrend recently acknowledged Farley's remarkable tenure when the publisher named him 2022's Person of the Year.

The off-road-ready Ford Bronco is one of the most adventurous SUVs on the market. Not only is the Bronco made to confidently venture off the beaten path, but it also offers plenty of fun on the street. For good reason, it was chosen as the 2022 North American Utility Vehicle of the Year.

 
Ford continues to develop award-winning vehicles that stand out from the competition. A total of four Ford models are among Kelly Blue Book's 2022 Best Buy Award winners. Here's a brief overview of what makes these vehicles so hard to beat.

 
The Ford Mustang Mach-E was recently announced as Car and Driver's 2021 EV of the Year. Not only is it visceral and practical, but the sports car has a larger battery that delivers impressive performance.

 
The Ford Mustang Mach-E is called the “Electric Vehicle of the Year” by Car and Driver, and for many great reasons. The Mach-E is the first of its kind because it belongs to the legendary Mustang family, but it is the first in the Ford Mustang series to offer alternative energy as its primary source of power. The Ford Mustang Mach-E earns a reputation as a leader in its field for many key reasons. The Mach-E is fun to drive, entices consumers to purchase an electric vehicle instead of a gasoline-powered vehicle, and is a fuel-efficient car.

Whether you want the latest features or the most spacious ride, the 2018 Ford Expedition should be on your list. The fact that it is probably the safest vehicle in its three-row class offers peace of mind to go with the handsome package.