The History of Ford Motor Company in Kansas City, Missouri

A Legacy of Manufacturing, Community, and Automotive Innovation

Ford Motor Company’s roots in Kansas City, Missouri run deep—stretching back more than a century and intertwining with the city’s industrial growth, workforce evolution, and regional identity. From early branch assembly operations to one of the company’s most productive modern manufacturing facilities, Ford’s presence has shaped both the automotive industry and the local economy.

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Ford Motor Companys Commitment to Emissions Compliance: Driving Toward a Cleaner Future

In an era where environmental concerns and regulatory requirements are shaping the global automotive industry, Ford Motor Company has taken a multifaceted and long-term approach to emissions compliance and environmental stewardship. From rigorous reporting practices to ambitious carbon reduction goals, Ford’s efforts reflect both a legal obligation and a strategic commitment to sustainabilitymental performance is both a corporate responsibility and a contributor to a healthier planet.

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2026 Ford Expedition vs. GMC Yukon: Why the Expedition Continues to Lead the Full-Size SUV Segment

When it comes to full-size SUVs, buyers are looking for one vehicle that can truly do it all — space for the family, strength for towing, comfort for long trips, and technology that keeps everyone connected. In 2026, two of the biggest names in the segment are once again going head-to-head: the 2026 Ford Expedition and the GMC Yukon / Yukon XL.

At Chuck Anderson Ford in Excelsior Springs, MO, we see firsthand why more buyers are choosing the Expedition when it’s time to upgrade.

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Fords New Lightning EREV Truck: What You Need to Know

Ford Motor Company has just revealed a major evolution in the future of its most electric-forward pickup: the next-generation F-150 Lightning Extended-Range Electric Vehicle (EREV). This shift marks a strategic pivot from the fully electric F-150 Lightning to a range-extended electric pickup designed to offer the best of both worlds.

At Chuck Anderson Ford in Excelsior Springs, MO, we’re watching this development closely because it signals an important new chapter for America’s best-selling truck and a future where utility meets efficiency without compromise.

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Why Buying a New Vehicle at the End of the Year Can Save You Money!

If you’re even thinking about a new vehicle, the final weeks of the year are often the best time to make your move. December isn’t just holiday season — it’s deal season. Automakers roll out their strongest incentives, dealerships push hard to close the year strong, and leftover inventory creates real leverage for buyers.

Chuck Anderson Ford
1910 W Jesse James Road, Excelsior Springs, MO 64024
816-648-6419 | www.chuckandersonford.com
Serving Excelsior Springs, Liberty, Lawson, Kearney, and Kansas City, MO.
Built on Integrity. Backed by Family.

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Why Ford Dealers Matter to Local Communities — and Why Chuck Anderson Ford Matters to Excelsior Springs

A great Ford dealership is more than a place to buy a vehicle. It’s a community anchor, a local employer, a service hub, a charity partner, and often one of the most consistent supporters of a town’s families and businesses. Across America, Ford dealers have helped shape the places they call home for generations.

Chuck Anderson Ford
1910 W Jesse James Road, Excelsior Springs, MO 64024
816-648-6419 | www.chuckandersonford.com
Built on Integrity. Backed by Family.

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The Importance of Family Traditions During the Holidays

The holidays have a way of slowing life down enough to remind us what matters most. For many families, that “something” isn’t a gift under the tree or a perfect meal on the table — it’s the traditions that bring everyone together year after year. Whether they are big moments or simple routines, family holiday traditions create connection, comfort, and memories that last a lifetime. At Chuck Anderson Ford, we see firsthand how the holidays are about family, community, and gratitude. This season, we want to celebrate the traditions that keep families close and make every winter feel like…

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FordPass (Now the Ford App): What Customers Love About It, and How It Works!

Ford vehicles have always been built to make life easier — and today that convenience doesn’t stop when you park. With FordPass, Ford created one of the most useful ownership apps in the industry, giving drivers remote control, real-time vehicle information, rewards, service tools, and EV charging access right from their phone.
 
Chuck Anderson Ford
1910 W Jesse James Road, Excelsior Springs, MO 64024
Built on Integrity. Backed by Family.
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The Development of Fords EcoBoost Engineering Platform: How Ford Reinvented

Few modern engine families have changed the truck and SUV world like Ford EcoBoost. Over the last 15+ years, EcoBoost has become Ford’s signature gasoline technology — proving that you don’t need a huge-displacement V8 to get big torque, strong towing, and everyday drivability.
 
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1910 W Jesse James Road, Excelsior Springs, MO 64024
Built on Integrity. Backed by Family.
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Ford Motor Companys Biggest Automobile Technology Contributions Over the Last 100 Years

For more than a century, Ford Motor Company hasn’t just built vehicles — it has reshaped how the world builds, drives, and experiences them. From inventing modern mass production to leading today’s hybrid, EV, and hands-free driving revolution, Ford’s technology breakthroughs have repeatedly pushed the automotive industry forward.
 
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1910 W Jesse James Road, Excelsior Springs, MO 64024
Built on Integrity. Backed by Family.
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