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If you're hunting for a hot hatchback for your next vehicular purchase, we here at Jim Schmidt Ford Inc. have a funny feeling you'd match up quite nicely with ours, the 2017 Focus RS.

And how can we be so sure?

The clip below is sure to spell it out; link up with AutoGuide.com Road Test Editor Dan Ilika, as he takes the Focus RS for a test run:

If given the opportunity, we'd have absolutely no trouble droning on about the excellence of the Focus RS's engine, a turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder.

Served up…

Are you seeking a midsize sedan segment for your next automotive purchase? Well, if so, we here at Jim Schmidt Ford Inc. believe you may well find your perfect fit in ours, the 2017 Fusion.

"Why's that?" you wonder.

Get the low-down from AutoGuide.com Managing Editor Jodi Lai; her evaluation of the Fusion is as follows:

Those desiring an athletic, performance-minded feel from the Fusion will get precisely that with its top-tier engine, a turbocharged 2.7-liter V6.

Offered only on the V6 Sport trim, this turbo-V6 turns out a titanic 325 horsepower and 380 pound-feet of torque…

A vehicle should be the extension of your lifestyle; this would mean that it has the styling that you want, the functionality that you need, and the features that make your life easier. For some drivers, that means the 2017 Ford Explorer is for you. Out here in Hicksville, OH, we know that you need a strong vehicle that can conquer anything, the Explorer can do that.

Ford Motor Company announced yesterday that it will be expanding the availability of its SYNC 3 connectivity system to its entire 2017 lineup of cars, SUVs, light trucks, and electrified vehicles. The voice-activated communications and entertainment system features support for both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Ford's platform-focused approach allows for a fast rollout of the technology, and rapid deployment of new...

Ford SYNC 3 brings Apple Carplay, Android Auto to all 2017 models https://t.co/VxqzgZbasn pic.twitter.com/zYvB5iMuPW

— SlashGear (@slashgear) July 25, 2016

Today, we received news via a press release from Ford that the automaker will offer a new V-6 EcoBoost engine with class-leading torque for the upcoming 2017 F-150 pickup. Providing further evidence of the automaker's relentless pace of innovation, the 3.5-liter engine generates a segment best 470 pound-feet of torque. The number beats all diesel- and gasoline-powered competitors, including V8 engines with...

2017 Ford F-150 3.5L EcoBoost Torque Boosted to 470 LB-FT - https://t.co/TkQxJgy7ML pic.twitter.com/9MCaH6cPDS

— AutoGuide.com (@AutoGuide) July 11, 2016

Strategic Vision holds an annual Total Quality Impact (TQI) survey, the results of which decide segment winners and award recipients. Here at Jim Schmidt Ford Inc., we’re excited to announce that in addition to the Ford brand receiving a corporate-level award, three different Ford models were named segment winners!

Strategic Vision Sees Ford Cars and Trucks as High-Quality Vehicles https://t.co/jpmNm97oJK pic.twitter.com/zhHDkj6n8i

— Ford-Trucks (@FordTrcks) June 22, 2016

With summer just around the corner and spring in full swing, now is the time of year when many turn their minds toward the environment. And whether it's getting out with your company for a local "green up" or contributing to one of the many great charities and non-profits out there that are working to steward the environment, we can all do our part to help the planet. In fact, Ford announced today that it is making strides toward cleaning up the atmosphere by using carbon dioxide emissions to create usable plastics for its vehicles.

This past Friday, Ford issued a press release announcing that more than 10,800 people showed interest in buying the all-new Ford GT supercar during the automakers initial one-month application period. When the window finally closed, Ford received 6,506 fully completed applications from people around the world. The number of applicants jumped more than 30 percent in the final six days. Ford is now in the process of reviewing the applications and will be notifying potential customers...

6500 people apply to buy 2017 Ford GT https://t.co/fuhEDI3KDF

— Ford Guide (@FordGuide) May 13, 2016

 

Aluminum is almost infinitely recyclable, meaning this process can go on and on and on...Click the link in our bio to learn more ?? (Step 8/8) #sustainability #recycling #EarthDay #Ford #FordTrucks #BuiltFordTough #green #HowItsMade #F150

A video posted by Ford Motor Company (@ford) on Apr 22, 2016 at 2:56am PDT

For Earth Day, Ford Motor Company uploaded a series of Instagram posts explaining the closed loop recycling system at its Dearborn Truck Plant where it builds the 2016 F-150. According to a recent press release, the automaker is able to recycle up to 20 million pounds of...