JACKSON, Mich. – Should you just get over the idea of Ford Motor Co. bringing the Ranger back to the states? Unfortunately, it’s looking that way now that Ford will manufacture the 2016 Ranger in Nigeria, but, of course, not in the U.S.
While we don’t think you should feel bitter about the
decision – or the fact that over 148 other global markets across Europe, the
Middle East, and Africa have the Ranger but you don’t – we definitely
understand why you might be a little upset.
The last Ranger that rolled of a U.S. assembly line was in
St. Paul, Minn., back in December 2011. It has only been a few years since a
next-generation Ranger was available to American truck buyers, but if you’re
one of them it probably feels more like an eon.
Not to cause you even more heartache over the fact that Ford will manufacture the 2016 Ranger in
Nigeria, but the automaker’s popular midsize pickup is already making a
huge name for itself through some impressive specifications. Along with its
versatility that makes it a great off-road and city vehicle, the new Ranger can
two around 8,000 pounds, can wade through over 2 feet of water, and was
artfully designed to conquer steep ascents and descents.
Are you feeling pretty jealous right now? You’re feeling
jealous right now.
The good news is the 2016 Ranger could be a catalyst for
improving the lives of Nigerians. The new Ranger will be assembled in a new
Ford plant located in Ikeja, a suburb of Lagos, with body parts and components
imported from South Africa. The assembly plant will create 180 new jobs and
produce around 5,000 units annually that are exclusively sold in Nigeria.
While we’re as envious as you are that customers in
practically every other global market outside of North America get to sit
behind the wheel of the 2016 Ranger, we’re also very proud to be a Ford dealer
knowing that Ford cares about providing feasible transportation, jobs, and
community improvement all over the world.
Ford’s impact on global communities has a deep influence on
how we involve ourselves in our local community. Along with hosting and
sponsoring local events to improve the community and inform local citizens, we
also like to remind our customers that we care a great deal about the quality
of their vehicles. The next time you’re near our used car dealership serving Albion, Mich., stop in for an oilchange or let us take care of your other auto service needs!
Seymour Ford Lincoln is located at 2601 Seymour Road in Jackson, Michigan 49201. No matter what your auto need, we will work hard to ensure you never leave our dealership unsatisfied! Visit us at SeymourFord.com and SeymourLincoln.net or give us a call at (517) 787-9500.
Seymour Ford Lincoln is located at 2601 Seymour Road in Jackson, Michigan 49201. No matter what your auto need, we will work hard to ensure you never leave our dealership unsatisfied! Visit us at SeymourFord.com and SeymourLincoln.net or give us a call at (517) 787-9500.
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