Four Wheel Logic

No, Ford does not own Cummins; Cummins is an independent public engine maker and Ford only held a small minority stake in the past.

No, Ford Motor Company no longer owns Mazda; Mazda is an independent automaker with a small Toyota stake and a long-ended Ford shareholding.

Yes, Ford still makes cars, led by the Mustang in North America and a shrinking set of sedan and hatchback models in select global markets.

No, new Ford minivans are gone in North America, but Ford vans and three-row SUVs now handle family-hauling duty.

Yes, many Ford Bronco models qualify for Section 179 when they clear the 6,000 lb GVWR mark and meet business-use rules, but SUV caps still limit the write-off.

Fix-a-Flat works for small punctures as a short-term tire repair, but it is temporary and has clear limits.

Yes, Firestone Complete Auto Care patches repairable tires using a plug-and-patch tire repair method that meets current industry safety guidelines.

Yes, Firestone replaces shocks and struts, with repair costs often starting in the low hundreds per axle and varying by vehicle and store.

Yes, financing a car can build credit when the lender reports the loan and you pay every bill on time; missed payments can drag your score down fast.

No, Fiat no longer owns Ferrari; the brand is now a separate company with Exor, Piero Ferrari, and public investors sharing control.