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Tripoli Leader

Location

Tripoli, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 21, 1955

Page

3

Ford unveils safety and power features for 1956 cars

Ford presents the life guard design including new door latches and reinforced seat mountings. A Thunderbird V-8 delivers up to 202 horsepower in Fairlane and Station Wagon models with Fordomatic. The line expands to four series with 18 body styles, 13 solid colors or 21 two tone combos, Parklane wagon added, and optional features like seat belts, foam padding, climate controls, power options, and new styling cues.

Ford Fairlane Customline Mainline Wm. Ambrose Auto Co Tripoli Fordomatic Dearborn Mich

Ford Reveals 200 New 1956 Truck Models At Display

Ford’s 1956 truck lineup adds two new models including a tandem axle heavy truck and a longer wheelbase pickup. Weights range from 5 000 to 42 000 pounds with tubeless tires standard. New safety features include a safety steering wheel and door latches, optional seat belts, and wrap around windshields for improved visibility.

Ford Wm. Ambrose Auto Co

Ford Truck Power Upgrades Increase Horsepower and Comfort

Ford’s 1960s trucks gain eight engine options with up to 200 hp in 332 cu in. models and 168 hp in medium heavy Y-8, plus four barrell carburetors, hood air intake, and improved folding valves for efficiency. Custom cab cushions and new color choices enhance driver comfort. Power steering becomes optional on heavy trucks and standard on tandem models. Fordomatic is available on P-500 parcel delivery.

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