Ford CEO Alan Mulally told German publication Auto Motor und Sport that the company is considering bringing the Lincoln brand global.

Lincoln counted 130,700 sales worldwide in 2007, but a tiny one percent of those sales came outside of the North American market. Mulally and Ford seem to believe that Lincoln has got potential to do much more than that. Said the CEO, “We are considering distribution in Europe and Asia. We already sell Lincolns in the Middle East.”

While Lincoln remains competitive in the luxury segment in the U.S., largely on the strength of its Navigator SUV, Ford may find the going slightly tougher when facing the BMW, and Mercedes of the world on their home turf. General Motors for instance, which has attempted to bring its Cadillac brand global in recent years, still only sold a small percentage of its luxury vehicles outside of the U.S. last year; a little more than ten percent.

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The Lincoln MKT is the next generation of crossovers for the Lincoln brand. While Lincoln may not be setting the world on fire, it does sell well with SUVs and crossovers. The Navigator continues to be a strong seller, no matter how high gas prices get, and the new MKX has done sold briskly as well...

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According to a report by Car and Driver, Lincoln will be getting its own version of the 2009 Ford Flex Crossover as a 2010 model year. Ford’s CEO, Alan Mulally, confirmed the report made by Automotive News back in August 2007 to the press at an event in Dearborn...

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Ford has big plans for Lincoln. But then, Ford has always had big plans for Lincoln. It just never gets around to executing them. This time, though, insist Dearborn insiders, it's different: We really do have big plans for Lincoln...

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After years of neglect, Lincoln is getting serious about the large luxury sedan segment again with the introduction of the 2009 MKS...

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Lincoln will be phasing out its second run at the pickup truck market when it discontinues the Mark LT at the end of the 2008 model year, according to an Automotive News report. The Mark LT has been in production since 2005 and has sold 28,117 examples through July 2007 -- short of the 20,000 unit annual sales figure that was projected by the automaker.

While Ford officials have refused to verify the fate of the Mark LT, sources have brought the luxury pickup's demise to light. Based on the Ford F-150 pickup truck, the Mark LT was rumored to undergo a major revision for 2008 -- instead, production will give way to a planned high-end F-150 Platinum edition. The F-150 is scheduled for a 2009 redesign.

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Will Lincoln bring its head-turning new MKR concept car to the 2007 Chicago Auto Show in February? Check back to learn more about the MKR prototype that introduces a new design language of “elegant simplicity” on a 4-door coupe, and debuts the all-new, fuel-saving TwinForce engine. Developed to perform comparable or better than V-8 engines, the 3.5-liter gasoline twin-turbocharged direct-injection V-6 delivers 415 horsepower and 400 lb.-ft. of torque on renewable E-85 ethanol. The TwinForce delivers 15 percent better fuel economy than a V-8 with similar performance. This one-of-a-kind automobile rolls on 21-inch chrome aluminum wheels wrapped in unique Michelin tires that feature the Lincoln star in its treads. Chrome-trimmed gauges illuminated with Ice Blue lighting can be easily viewed in harmony with the concave spoke steering wheel that includes retractable paddle shifters. Visually, the MKR features clean, uncluttered surfaces, with a significant C-pillar that smoothly transitions into the cantilevered roof. Several of the design elements are likely to appear on future production Lincolns, including the double-wing grille inspired by the 1941 Lincoln Continental Cabriolet.

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Lincoln’s flagship is the rear-wheel drive Town Car sedan, available in 3-series: Signature Limited, Designer Series and Signature L. Standard on all models is the 239 horsepower, 4.6-liter V-8 engine with dual exhaust and four-speed automatic transmission. The Town Car has a trunk capacity of 21.0 cu. ft, and for increased cabin space, you can choose the Signature L with a wheelbase that’s 6 inches longer than other Town Car models. Quad-beam halogen headlamps are standard, and High-Intensity Discharge headlamps are available for maximum illumination. Town Car’s well-appointed six-passenger interior features glove-soft leather-trim and satin-nickel accents, plus, a leather-wrapped tilt-steering wheel with speed, secondary audio and climate controls.

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Following the strong sales launch of the Lincoln Zephyr in the autumn of 2005, the entry-level luxury sedan is reborn for the 2007 model year with a new name – Lincoln MKZ. The new MKZ moniker fits with Lincoln's plan of naming models with alphanumeric abbreviations beginning with MK. Also new is the 3.5-liter V-6 engine that delivers 263 horsepower to the front wheel, or brand new all-wheel drive. A 6-speed automatic gearbox is standard. Newly designed front end, additional bright work and distinctive lighting distinguish the MKZ from its predecessor. The Lincoln MKZ uses genuine materials in the cabin, including real wood, high-quality leather, satin nickel and chromed trim. Satellite radio, power moonroof, heated and cooled front seats, high-intensity-discharge headlamps, and 17-in chrome aluminum 8-spoke wheels are some of the select options. With 15.8-cubic foot trunk and flat load floor, the MKZ has the largest cargo capacity in the premium midsize class.

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The Land Rover Range Rover Sport, the Jaguar, Lincoln LS and Ford Thunderbird are distinctly different when it comes to design and looks. For the owner, it comes down to a matter of personal preference when it’s time to purchase any one of these luxury or sporty vehicles.

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Lincoln’s flagship is the rear-wheel drive Town Car sedan, available in 3-series: Signature Limited, Designer Series and Signature L. Standard on all models is the 239 horsepower, 4.6-liter V-8 engine with dual exhaust and four-speed automatic transmission. The Town Car has a trunk capacity of 21.0 cu. ft, and for increased cabin space, you can choose the Signature L with a wheelbase that’s 6 inches longer than other Town Car models. Quad-beam halogen headlamps are standard, and High-Intensity Discharge headlamps are available for maximum illumination. Town Car’s well-appointed six-passenger interior features glove-soft leather-trim and satin-nickel accents, plus, a leather-wrapped tilt-steering wheel with speed, secondary audio and climate controls.

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Not for the shy or stealth sets, the 2007 Lincoln Navigator is a bold full-sized SUV that puts its chrome grille in your face and never backs off. All new for 2007, the Navigator (first seen at the 2006 Chicago Auto Show) comes in two sizes, regular and L, the latter 14.7 inches longer with 25 additional cubic feet of storage behind the back seats. Either way there is three-row seating with PowerFold taking care of the folding chores. Along those lines is available power folding running boards that extend when the doors open. Under the hood is power of a different sort with a 300 horsepower, 5.4-liter V-8 standard, as is a 6 speed automatic transmission. The number of wheels driven depends on the choice of rear or 4-wheel drive.

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Lincoln’s first crossover utility vehicle, the MKX, (pronounced Mark X), goes on sale as a 2007 model. It features 4-wheel independent suspension; and a 265 horsepower, 3.5-liter V-6 mated to a 6-speed transmission. Crisp exterior styling features an egg-crate grille, pronounced wheel lips and short overhangs. New adaptive headlights move with the steering wheel, illuminating an additional 36 feet of road around a corner. Wall to wall taillights accent the rear. An exclusive AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control active safety system and intelligent all-wheel-drive are offered. An ultra-quiet and spacious 5-passenger interior has a panoramic Vista Roof, heated and cooled front seats, heated rear seats and a 14-speaker THX Certified audio system with DVD navigation.

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For those in need of a full-size 4-door pickup truck with all the glitter and trappings of a luxury sedan, the list is a short one. Meet the Lincoln Mark LT. It gets even bigger for 2007 with the availability of an extended wheelbase version (a foot longer than the regular 138.5 inch stretch) with a 6.5-foot long bed. Also new this season is a bolder grille and headlamp design, more chrome around the taillights, available 20-inch chrome aluminum wheels and chrome Lincoln star on seatbacks, all falling under the glitter category. For those not so inclined, there is a new monochromatic appearance package with body color grille surround, bumpers, mirror caps and chrome step bars. Ebony wood trim has been added to the steering wheel and to accents to the new door handle bezel. Underneath it all is a standard 300 horsepower, 5.4-liter V-8, 6-speed automatic and the capability to tow 8,900 pounds or haul 1,680 pounds of what must be hauled. Both 2- and 4-wheel drive versions are available. Lastly, the Mark LT is the last current Lincoln to use the traditional name Mark. Several other models are designated MK, but to be pronounced M-K, not Mark.

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Though it has four doors, Lincoln calls its new MKR concept a coupe. Like the Ford Interceptor concept that also debuted at the Detroit auto show, the MKR has an eye-catching grille; in the case of the Lincoln, it's a flashy twin-port design with large teeth. It works well on this car and isn't garish, like the new Lincoln Navigator's grille. The concept has an all-glass roof with an outline of the Lincoln star logo in it. Fairly streamlined in front, the MKR is more angular in back and has a forward-sloping rear deck that Peter Horbury, Lincoln's executive director of design for the Americas, described as "like the train of an evening gown" during its unveiling. The concept's chrome wheels measure 21 inches in diameter, and power comes from a twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6 that can run on E85 ethanol. The engine's total output is 415 horsepower and 400 pounds-feet of torque...more click on heading

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