Alan, here are ten, cheap "fixes" that will differentiate Ford products from the rest of the field:
- Programable fly-by-wire throttle. Driver can set gas pedal throttle for the sensitivity desired. Virtually all of today's cars are far too sensitive, making it difficult to hold steady-state speeds, without the assistance of cruise-control automation. Test drive a '53 Ford, then an '07 and you will see for yourself. With today's computer controlled fly-by-wire, the driver can choose a retro pattern or current, as he sees fit. My choice is 75% linear travel for 65 mph on a level surface, with
25% remaining travel to w.o.t.
- thru 10. I will spell them out right here on the newsgroup, gratis, if I get positive feedback on number 1. above. Otherwise, why should I waste my time? Mr. Mulally, you worked for Boeing, so you know cars are a big zero from front bumper (if it even exists anymore) to the rear bumper (if it even exists anymore). I think I make an offer you can't refuse.