Details From Ford's (F) July U.S. Sales Increase

Ford, Lincoln and Mercury (NYSE: F) retail sales increased 9% versus a year ago; total sales (including fleet) were 158,838, up 2% versus a year ago

Ford's fuel-efficient vehicles pace July sales results - Ford Fusion up 66%, Mercury Milan up 60%, Ford Escape up 94%, Mercury Mariner up 71%, Ford Focus up 44% and Ford Ranger up 65%; Ford hybrid sales up 323%

Customer demand for Ford's (NYSE: F) fuel-efficient vehicles coupled with the U.S. government's Car Allowance Rebate System ("Cash for Clunkers") enabled Ford to post the first sales increase of any major manufacturer in 2009.

Ford, Lincoln and Mercury dealers reported 118,197 retail sales in July, up 9% versus a year ago. Total sales (including fleet customer deliveries) were 158,838, up 2% versus last year.

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