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Wednesday, March 23, 1994 â€" FORD â€" F5 es :;\ - A “ indstar aams for marke ' Confinued from page 1 s i #. K3 types were built and tested in Oakville over a 20â€"month period. The prototypes were tested under the most extreme conditions. For example, they were regularly parked mits easier manufacture of various components and engineer assembly techniques. . As a result, when parts reach final assembly, they can be welded to a tighter fit. This ensures the finished with one in every three vehiâ€" les being miniâ€"vans. Ford has faced stiff competition in the miniâ€"van market, so to get a comâ€" manding edge the company thoroughâ€" y researched a variety of markets to ome up with the right vehicle for the ight buyer. Ford used teams of professional designers and engineers and more than 4,000 employees to take i‘to the assembly line. _ The auto giant spared no expense in acquiring the latest technology to ibuild the vehicle, including high techâ€" nology robotics and topâ€"ofâ€"theâ€"line paint system‘s. It retrained and upgraded workers‘ 'skills by bringing in Sheridan College, which has some of the finest robotics technology and management learning Windstar off the drawing board and on . ment made by Ford in the history of its Canadian operations. Laughren said government support of the Ford project has helped keep thousands of jobs and would provide economic stability for Ford workers 1995 Ford Windstar hard to conceive of it as a van. The Windstar is low to the ground. This makes it easier for passengers to enter _ or exit, and for quicker loading and unloading of cargo. Occupants enjoy more head room, bags and antiâ€"lock brakes (ABS) at all ' four wheels. The Windstar is equipped with sturdy side beams, narrow pillars for improved visibility, knee bolsters, eight kilometreâ€"perâ€"hour (five MPH) product a quieter ride. With the last Ford Tempo built at the Oakville Assembly Plant in October, 1993, the way was cleared for Windstar production. It has taken several months to bring facilities into line with the new vehicle‘s production scheme. To achieve the final production model, nearly 150 Windstar protoâ€" in freezer trucks where the temperaâ€" tures were lowered to â€"40 degrees C overnight. They were then tested for quick starts and full function in the morning. They passed this test with flying colors. And Windstars have been test drivâ€" en more than 4.4 million kilometres (2.75 million miles) across North America in all sorts of driving condiâ€" tions. CONGRATULATION®S FORD OF CANADA !staff in the country. $ into the next century. leg room and shoulder room than in bumpers, adjustable D rings for front _ it picked the Oakville Ford Production of the van is envisioned _ other miniâ€"vans. seat belts and optional integrated child . plant to be the sole manufacturer of to boost Ford‘s current 24% share of The front suspension system has a _ seats. YOMV COI’lfl'lbutZOI’lS to the Comrn,unlty the Windstar in North America. the miniâ€"van market and dent sales wider stance than other miniâ€"vans, The Windstar also has five cup and the economy are r €COgan€d "We are witnessing a great enjoyed by its nearest rival â€" the making the Windstar‘s ride and hanâ€" holders, which can convert to juice and appre Ci ate d Canadian success story," said Ford of Dodge Caravan. dling characteristics similar to those of _ box holders. PP Canada President Mark Hutchins. "The Company research indicates that a modern frontâ€"drive luxury sedan. Other interesting features include Windstar is an exciting new miniâ€"van women are involved in about 90% of The Windstar is designed to reflect _ the lift gate and its powerâ€"lock door for Canada and the United States. But it‘s also going to provide stimulus to the primary drivers of more than half The twoâ€"box approach means there _ doors can be locked or unlocked from the economies of Halton Region, the the miniâ€"vans sold today. is an engine compartment sloping the rear of the vehicle before the lift province of Ontario, and Canada." In addition, Ford statistics show from windshield to front bumper, gate is closed. GAR Y CARR 9 Hutchins, who has taken over the that 40% of all miniâ€"vans are purâ€" while there is a noticeable passenger For safety reasons, the lift gate canâ€" reins from former Ford of Canada chased by young parents 25â€"50 years _ compartment from the windshield not be opened from the inside. M o P o P o President Jim O‘ Connor, said the old with children under 12. An addiâ€" back. The Windstar‘s engine is a 3.8â€"litre Windstar story owes much to the tional 25% of miniâ€"vans are purchased This allows more room, while proâ€" _ V6 overhead cam engine with platâ€" Canadian Auto Workers Union, plant management, the province and Sheridan College. for use in transporting grandchildren. The miniâ€"van‘s glass was mad fuel injection. And, as Windstar increases in proâ€" Windstar is aimed at these groups _ flush with the body and doors were The Windstar is designed using the duction, 91,000 sales will be expected _ The feeling is that the good looks of _ designed limousine style for a snug fit _ latest technology developed by Ford, 4 _ by the end of 1994. the Windstar will appeal to aesthetic with surrounding sheet metal. including the "noâ€"adjust build" techâ€" Consituency Office: In addition, the assembly plant is expecting to produce 1,200 miniâ€"vans per working day on two eightâ€"hour shifts. _ The province has recognized the tremendous impact Windstar is ’expected to make. |__ NDP Finance Minister Floyd Laughren attended the production launch last month. He pointed out the new miniâ€"van was the largest investâ€" Ford and RCGA enjoy lengthy corporate 'partnership f you haven‘t test driven or purâ€" | chased a Ford Windstar by next IL. September, you might get an opporâ€" tunity to ride in one by attending the Canadian Open. According to Scott Simmons, direcâ€" tor of marketing for the Royal Canadian Golf Association (RCGA), there‘s a very good chance the Ford Windstar will be the official shuttle vehicle for the 1994 Canadian Open. If that happens, Ford Windstars will be busy shuttling } spectators to and from the many satellite parking lots around Oakville. V Nothing official has been decided yet, but Simmons believes the Windstar would make an excellent choice as the official shuttle vehicle. Ford of Canada and the RCGA have been corporate partners since 1977 when the Canadian Open was permaâ€" nently moved to the Glen Abbey Golf Club. Since then Ford has served as the official vehicle supplier to the prestiâ€" gious Canadian golf tournament providâ€" ing luxury vehicles to top PGA golfers and officials and shuttle vehicles for spectators. "It has been really great for us because they are so close," said Simmons. "The service has been great. If anything happens, they are right next door." In 1993, the relationship assumed a higher profile when Ford was the first of four major Canadian companies to join the Canadian Open Founders Club. As part of its Founders Club comâ€" mitment, Ford will provide the Canadian Open with 40 fullâ€"sized luxuâ€" ry cars, 30 vans, and two light trucks for a 10â€"day period leading up to and during the golf tournament. In addition, Ford will be allowed to display vehicles at various locations at the tournament site. Joining Ford in the Founders Club are Toronto Dominion, DuMaurier Ltd. and Johnny Walker. This year, Bell Canada has become the official sponsor of the tournament which will be known as the Bell Canadian Open. This year‘s Bell Canadian Open will be held from Sept. 8thâ€"11th at the Glen Abbey Golf Club. all miniâ€"van purchases. They are also by mature parents aged 35â€"50, while a further 25% are sold to empty nesters tastes, while its capacity for toughness and passenger and luggage space will please the practical. The Windstar is shaped like a car and therein lies its visual appeal.It is a "twoâ€"box" silhouette. viding crash protection to frontâ€"seat passengers. s There are two bucket seats, a third row threeâ€"bench seat, and a choice of second row bench or bucket seats. For safety features, Windstar has front driver and passenger side air ts CAW S TCA CAN A DA LOCAL 707 The Members of the C.A.W. Local 707 are proud to join in the announcement of our new product the ‘WINDSTAR.* From the early stages our members have been involved with the design and the development of assembly methods, trouble shooting and equipment recommendations. This is the most involved product development by union members in all phases prior to /J production in any other launch since the opening of the Oakville assembly plant 40 years ago. We feel that with this type of input we will have the best built and designed product. We offer Ford customers the best quality product built with pride right here in Oakville. We are here to stay for many years to come, building ‘WINDSTARS‘ for the world. The New Windstar from Ford Equipped with these standard features terrace lincoln mercury :: 900 Walker‘s Line a.E. w (at Harvester Rd.) Burllington HARVESTER x 4 3 632â€"6252 Open Sat. til 6p.m. LEBY 1 F Roas AF switch. After stowing groceries, all inum sparkplugs. It has maintenanceâ€" free ignition and sequential electronic nique. This method requires all parts supâ€" pliers, design groups and technicians to use the same set of computerâ€"generâ€" ated Windstar math models. This perâ€" Oakville South 22 Lakeshore Rd. W. 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