(January 4, 2013) OAKVILLE, Ont. — Ford finished the year as the best-selling automaker in Canada for the third consecutive year led by  the  F-Series, which sold more than 100,000 units. Ford sold 276,068 vehicles in 2012, neary the same number as 2011 when it sold 275,978 units.

The F-Series was Canada’s top selling truck for the 47th year in a row.

“We are humbled by the ongoing support and loyalty of our customers that allow us to continue as Canada’s top-selling manufacturer,” said Dianne Craig, president and CEO at Ford of Canada. "Full-sized trucks have experienced a record-breaking year, and the F-Series has remained the leader of the pack.”
 
In 2012, SUVs and CUVs had strong sales, driven by Ford Edge, Flex, Explorer and Expedition with increases of 21 percent, 14 per cent, 11 per cent and 12 per cent, respectively.
 
Ford sales were number one in December, as car sales increased 4 per cent, driven by strong Fusion sales, which saw a 33 per cent rise. Mustang sales rose 18 per cent, Taurus sales were up 9 per cent and Transit Connect sales grew 24 per cent.
 
"We are optimistic as the Canadian industry continues to grow,” said Craig. "Ford has invested heavily in fuel-efficient gas engines, hybrids, plug-in hybrids and electric vehicle technology, so our customers are given the power of choice.”