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I'm actually kind of impressed that Ford actually has started to grow a brain in the past year. I've noticed since a lot of the upper management has left in the past 4 years, that also the management at other levels is changing too so the old polices and decisions made in the past are going away.

For example, starting in 2010, the 3rd generation Focus will have the same design sold around the world. Also, the E-Series van will be dropped and replaced by the Ford Transit from the UK which is an awesome van.

And at least the Taurus is back...even though it broke the heritage line...

Posted by Agent Skelly I'm actually kind of impressed that Ford actually has started to grow a brain in the past year. I've noticed since a lot of the upper management has left in the past 4 years, that also the management at other levels is changing too so the old polices and decisions made in the past are going away. For example, starting in 2010, the 3rd generation Focus will have the same design sold around the world. Also, the E-Series van will be dropped and replaced by the Ford Transit from the UK which is an awesome van. And at least the Taurus is back...even though it broke the heritage line...

there better be a Fiesta 3-door Rally or a Focus rally offered

Posted by Samurai there better be a Fiesta 3-door Rally or a Focus rally offered

Well, the Fiesta is coming BACK to the US in the 2011 model year, which I would expect if sales are strong to offer a rally version.

And a Mark III Focus Rally? Thats a no-brainer; that will happen since Ford merged both the US and UK "Special Vehicle" divisions.

Curiously, the Fiesta will be made worldwide in...Thailand.