The 'American Icon: A Mustang Immersive Experience' in LA offers a 45-minute interactive journey through the history and cultural impact of the Ford Mustang, featuring museum exhibits, virtual rides, and a 4D movie, though it can be cheesy at times. Tickets cost $35, with additional parking fees, and the experience runs until February next year.
A tuned sixth-generation Ford Mustang with 859 horsepower and a Dodge Viper with 710 horsepower compete in a series of drag races, with the Viper initially leading but the Mustang ultimately winning in the final races, showcasing the high performance potential of heavily modified American muscle cars.
The Florida Highway Patrol has reintroduced the Ford Mustang into its fleet for the first time since the 1990s, using the V8-powered GT model to enhance high-speed patrol capabilities and diversify its lineup of law enforcement vehicles.
Despite a shrinking sports car market, automakers continue to produce fun, affordable models like the Mazda MX-5 Miata and Ford Mustang, offering enthusiasts a chance to enjoy driving without breaking the bank, though overall sales are declining due to practicality and market shifts towards electric vehicles.
Ford introduces the 2026 Mustang FX Package, a nostalgic tribute to the classic Fox Body Mustang, featuring special paint options, unique wheels, colored seat belts, and interior accents that evoke the 1980s model, available on GT Premium models with various transmission options.
A Ford Mustang driver crashed after disabling traction and stability controls, losing control while making a turn. Despite the severe impact, the driver walked away uninjured. The incident highlights the dangers of reckless driving and the importance of handling high-powered vehicles responsibly.
Front Row Motorsports will expand to a three-car NASCAR Cup Series operation in 2025 after acquiring a third charter, following Stewart-Haas Racing's exit from the sport. The team, which will continue to field Ford Mustang Dark Horse entries, has not yet announced its driver lineup. This expansion aligns with the team's positive outlook on NASCAR's future and its recent Tier-1 status with Ford.
Ford teased a new variant of the Mustang set to debut next year, hinting at a potential addition to the Mustang family with a focus on more than just straight-line speed. Speculation surrounds whether it could be a new model or a replacement for the Shelby GT350, with possibilities ranging from a turbo V6 Ecoboost to a hybrid model. The details remain under wraps, but the anticipation for this new addition to the Mustang lineup is high.
Shelby American has unveiled the 2024 Super Snake, its first offering based on the S650-generation Mustang platform, featuring a choice between a 480-hp naturally aspirated V-8 or an 830-hp supercharged version. The car boasts performance upgrades, including a different suspension, Borla exhaust, stronger brakes, and better cooling, along with aesthetic enhancements such as forged magnesium wheels, carbon body components, and Shelby-specific interior touches. Production is limited to 250 units, with pricing yet to be announced and production set to begin in mid-summer, each coming with a 3 year/36,000-mile warranty.
Ford celebrates the 60th anniversary of the Mustang with a special event in Charlotte, North Carolina, and the release of a new 60th Anniversary Package, featuring 20-inch wheels inspired by 1965 designs, retro badges and stripes, unique grille, and limited color options. The package is only available for the Mustang GT Premium trim, with 1,965 units to be produced, each featuring a serialized 60th Anniversary badge. Pricing will be announced later in the year for the 2025 model.
Gail Wise bought the first Ford Mustang sold in the U.S. in 1964 and still owns it 60 years later. She fell in love with the convertible at a Chicago dealership and drove it for 15 years before it sat idle for 27 years. Her husband, Tom, restored the car, and it was recognized as the first retail sale of a Mustang in the U.S. by Ford. The couple has appeared at various car shows and events, but rarely drive the Mustang now. It's estimated to be worth a significant amount, and their children may sell it in the future.
Joseph Tegerdine, an 18-year-old from Utah battling cancer, received his dream car, a Ford Mustang, from his father after being diagnosed with a rare form of cancer that has spread to his lungs. Ford Motors CEO Jim Farley also gifted him a session at the company's performance racing school. The Tegerdine family continues to focus on making memories and completing bucket list items together as Joseph undergoes treatment.
Sydney Sweeney has partnered with Ford Mustang to give away a custom-designed 2024 Mustang, inspired by her vintage car. The actress, known for her role in Euphoria, announced the giveaway on Instagram and shared details about the car's design, including a starlight ceiling and personal touches. To enter, participants can share their stories on Ford's social media channels. Sweeney's collaboration with Ford also includes a workwear line inspired by her 1965 Mustang, aiming to empower women in the male-dominated automotive industry.
Sydney Sweeney, known for her roles in The White Lotus and Euphoria, has designed a one-of-a-kind Mustang GT with an all-women team for Ford's 60th anniversary. The custom car features her signature, a heart-shaped emblem, and an LED starlight ceiling. Sweeney, who comes from a family of mechanics, shares her passion for cars on TikTok and has partnered with Ford for a workwear collection. She is hosting a contest on Ford's Instagram and TikTok, where the winner will receive a custom Mustang and go on a joy ride with Sweeney.
A 2022 Ford Mustang convertible with a turbocharged 2.3-liter Ecoboost four and 10-speed automatic transmission is being sold by a towing yard in Orlando, Florida for $18,500. The car has 16,000 miles and is claimed to have a clean title, but potential buyers should be cautious of flood damage due to the car being from Florida. Despite some cosmetic imperfections, the car appears to be in solid shape and has been taken for a shakedown run to ensure it starts and drives without issue.