Research Centre

Auto Facility Investment Improves Competitiveness

The new $20 million Advanced Centre for Automotive Research and Testing (ACART) at Ford’s Proving Ground and the University of Melbourne will increase the competitiveness of Australia’s automotive industry through the availability of world-class emissions, environmental and engine development facilities.

Ford Invests in New Research and Manufacturing Facilities

Ford Australia has unveiled its new world-class Research and Development Centre in Geelong, Victoria.

Technical Specs of the New Ford Research and Development Centre

The Engine Test and Development Laboratory is the last part of the new Ford Research and Development Centre to be completed, and is also the most complex part of the construction.

Fords new Vehicle Semi Anechoic Chamber

Ford’s new Vehicle Semi Anechoic Chamber (VSAC) is the only one if its kind in Australia.

Ford Motor Company Executive Chairman Dedicates New R&D Centre in Geelong

Ford Motor Company Executive Chairman Mr Bill Ford today joined with Victorian State Premier, the Hon Steve Bracks and Federal Minister for Industry, Tourism & Resources, the Hon Ian Macfarlane to officially dedicate the company’s new Research & Development Centre currently under construction in Geelong.

New Automotive Test Facilities to Increase Victorian Research and Development Capabilities

The Hon. John Brumby, Tom Gorman President of Ford Australia and Professor John McKenzie from the University of Melbourne will turn the first sod on Wednesday (August 16) at the first of three new automotive test facilities which are being developed by the Advanced Centre for Automotive Research and Testing (ACART).