The Ford Fiesta has finally started to land on dealership lots and most importantly, within the garages and ports of excited new owners.  There’s no doubt that most, if not all, 2011 Fiesta owners will enjoy a plethora of tech and finesse in their new rides and most importantly, each one of them will be customized to fit like a glove.  In addition to the multitude of options passed around on build sheets, the latest Fiesta installation brings upon another aspect in the Ford Story, with the retail movement pushing dealerships into the sales maelstrom and pitting owner against only one thing; his or her decisiveness against options.

If it’s one thing the Ford Fiesta Movement has taught us, it’s  to always be on the watch for the next innovative step in promotion.  For this go ’round, it’s about making it happen–delivering on the long-standing promise of success in the coming weeks.

You’ll do well, Ford.  We’ve got our solid copper penny on it.

FORD FIESTA ‘UNWRAPS’ ITSELF WITH UNIQUE NEW INTERACTIVE OWNER DELIVERY EXPERIENCE

DEARBORN, Mich., June 24, 2010 – When 2011 Ford Fiesta owners pick up their new car, they’ll enjoy learning about it in a whole new way through the use of an interactive USB. Ford created the new delivery program for the Fiesta to make the initial owner experience as unique as the owners themselves, and is the first automaker to create such a program.

As part of the Ford Retail Movement, a dealer-readiness program, Ford has been working with targeted dealers, focusing on three key areas – preparing the sales force, engaging the customer, and creating a distinct new car delivery experience. The Fiesta delivery is designed to be particularly unique, since the approach is different than anything Ford has ever done before.

“Everything about the launch of the Fiesta has been different and the delivery experience is redefining how customers become acquainted with their new product,” said Paul Anderson, Ford small car marketing manager. “The Fiesta movement started the engagement with consumers and the delivery process continues the dialogue. This makes owners a part of something special.”

The Fiesta “unpackaging” experience is a new way for Ford and its dealers to interact with customers, and shows that Ford is trending towards a customer experience that does more than deliver a car – it brings the vehicle to life.

The experience kicks off with a short video featuring Fiesta Movement agents that is viewed on a kiosk located on the showroom floor. Following the video, consumers have their picture taken with their new ride, which is then uploaded to the Fiesta Community site.

On their way home, the owner plugs the preloaded USB into the Fiesta that “unwraps” the car and helps owners explore all the cool features in their new car, all in nineteen minutes of infotainment-type audio. Topics ranging from push button start, to the sound-deadening windshield glass are covered.

Once they get home, the USB goes into their home computer and downloads a Fiesta Community app, which is a place they can continue to engage with Ford, their dealer and other Fiesta enthusiasts.

Features of the Fiesta Community app include:

* Fiestapedia: Serves as an online wiki, where owners can get tips from other owners and contribute their own ideas, with more than fifteen categories to choose from.
* Photoshop: Users can retrieve their photo taken when they received their car, and Photoshop in a background, with more than fifty to choose from. After the photo is completed, it can easily be shared through social media channels like Facebook.
* Online Community: Connects owners through collaboration with Fiesta Faction, an existing enthusiast club.
* Dealer Store: Ties owners in with their dealer, so they can check out their Facebook page or website, and keep up-to-date with events.
* Podcasts: Offers a dozen podcasts with greater detail about the features on Fiesta, such as safety and SYNC.
* Fiesta News: Provides updated news on the world of Fiesta
* Ford Connections: Makes it easy to connect with Ford, through www.fordvehicles.com, www.syncmyride.com and www.flmowner.com.

“The Fiesta Movement has taught us that consumers want to continue the dialogue with Ford Motor Company and other Fiesta owners,” said Anderson. “Fiesta continues to push the boundaries of how we launch products and how we interact with our customers.”

The all-new Fiesta is on sale now and featuring an expressive design, class-leading technologies and best-in-class highway fuel economy of 40 mpg. Fiesta brings efficiency and convenience together in one package.