Originally launched in 2006, the Ford Edge was one of the first crossovers, and was limited to the North American and some Latin American markets. Fast forward a few years, and the crossover segment is booming, and the newly redesigned 2015 Ford Edge is destined for the world. It will be marketed worldwide, in more than 100 markets. Along with the global push, the Edge is going bigger and better. It's now more upscale, and will be offered in Ford's top Titanium trim level. It is roomier, longer, more powerful and more aerodynamic than the version it's replacing. Ford is using the 2015 Edge as a showcase for it's newest technologies. Slotted between the cheaper Ford Escape and the family hauling Explorer, the redesigned 2015 Ford Edge is aimed at a more upscale customer.

Visitors to the Toronto Auto Show were able to get a first hand look at the Ford Edge concept vehicle. Much more than simply a concept, it's very close to being a production model, one that will likely find itself in dealerships as a 2015 model. At the show, we also learned that the production of the next generation Edge for the entire global market, it is currently distributed in about 60 countries, will be carried out at the company's Oakville ON assembly plant. The Oakville plant benefited from a $700 million investment, which was announced last September; to better meet growing global demand and to save 2,800 jobs. The Ford Edge and Flex and the Lincoln MKX and MKT vehicles are assembled there.

Ford is already working on the next steps for its F-150 Lightning electric pickup truck. The company says the plan is to send the next-generation model into production in 2025.

The finalists in each of the six 2023 World Vehicle of the Year categories have been announced. Once again this year, there is a very strong Korean presence in several of the categories. The winners will be announced at the New York Auto Show in early April.