Texas 2015 model F-150 roundup event

Sept. 30, 2014

A demonstration event held by Ford Motor Co. at the Six Flags fairgrounds outside San Antonio, TX -- dubbed the "Built Ford Tough" or "BFT" roundup for short -- encompassed performance drives on a closed course, dynamometer testing, engine and body walkarounds, plus a whole lot more as part of Ford's effort to highlight the capabilites and fuel savings of its new 2015 model F-150 pickup. This event will also go on the road starting this month as part of a 26 U.S. city tour designed educate 10,000 Ford deal sales personnel about all the new 2015 model F-150.

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