Ford uses simulators to make race cars -- and your next car
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Historic race cars, dramatic tales, modern driving simulators drive exhibit at Henry Ford
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Historic race cars, dramatic tales, modern driving simulators drive exhibit at Henry Ford
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Virtual Lightning: Behind the Wheel in Ford's New Multi-Million Dollar Simulator
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Ford uses simulators to make race cars -- and your next car -- better - CNET
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Ford uses simulators to make race cars -- and your next car -- better - CNET
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Ford Turns its P1 Racer into the Ultimate Gaming Simulator; Launches Next Supervan Project, Ford of Europe
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Ford uses simulators to make race cars -- and your next car -- better - CNET, simulators
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