The 2014 Ford Fusion has a few differences from the 2013 version. The most obvious changes this year are to be found under the hood of the sedan, with the introduction of a new four-cylinder 1.5-litre #EcoBoost engine. Ford has stated that this engine's fuel economy is better than that of the current 1.5-litre EcoBoost, and offers a significant reduction in engine noise.

At last week's Green Living Show in Toronto, AJAC- Automobile Journalists Association of Canada announced the winner of the first annual Canadian Green Car Award. Winning the award was the Ford Fusion hybrid. Originally among a pool of 15 environmentally advanced vehicles that were submitted by their respective manufacturers, the Ford Fusion hybrid beat out four other finalists- Volkswagen's turbocharged clean diesel Jetta, Mazda's Mazda3 highly efficient compact, the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, and the Ford C-Max Energi plug-in hybrid. Ford says that the Fusion hybrid is an important vehicle in their line-up, offering their eco conscious customers innovative technology and leading fuel economy packaged in a sleek and desirable design. This year's award the first of it's kind, the Canadian Green Car Award will be an annual competition. The aim is to provide Canadian consumers with information about vehicles that show potential for advanced levels of environmental benefits.

Shelby American is proposing a centennial edition to honor the 100th birthday that Carroll Shelby would have had this month. In all, only 100 models will be made.

GM is considering adding a compact electric pickup to its lineup, according to Automotive News. The concept is being studied and presented to focus groups to gather feedback from potential consumers – which indicates at least some level of seriousness.