Edmunds Roundup: October 13, 2009

The latest highlights from Edmunds.com and its blogosphere.

Auto Observer: 2010 Ford Taurus Hits Targets in Cross Shopping
Ford's decision to take the 2010 Taurus in an upscale direction has proven to be a success for them. Edmunds research shows that buyers are now cross shopping the Taurus with some luxury vehicles, and ordering them fully loaded with technology packages.

Green Car Advisor: Getting Realistic Fuel Economy Rating for Plug-In Hybrids No Easy Chore
Once you start having vehicles than can operate on electric power for extended periods, the conventional method of calculating miles per gallon goes out the window. Exploitation of the current method has allowed automakers to make outrageous mpg claims in excess of 200 mpg. But what is the best way to get real world mpg numbers on plug-in hybrid vehicles? Follow the link for a discussion of the alternatives.

Straightline: Ford collision warning testing
Ford's Collision Warning system uses radar to scan for vehicles ahead and warns the driver if it senses that an impact is imminent. The system also engages an electronic brake assist to help divers stop sooner. Testing of this collision warning system was conducted in a unique way- though the use of special balloons, shaped like vehicles.

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Ron Montoya October 13, 2009, 1:00 PM

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