Spradley Barr of Greeley

Sorry Hatchback fans, but Ford announced that a hatchback model of the Ford Focus, as well as a new sports coupe, will not be into production anytime soon. The Ford Fiesta will be taking over the hatchback responsibilities for Ford.

"Wild speculation about a Focus coupe is making the rounds on websites in Europe, led by the attached link to Auto Express. I can tell you right now -- and the coupe lovers hate to hear this -- but there are no plans for this model. What do you think: Honestly, is there volume in the coupe market anymore, or is five-door…

Mercury is taking a different approach to get remaining stock off of dealership lots, in order to make room for new Ford & LINCOLN models. They plan to sell the cars as used.

Ryan Colb, a LINCOLN-Mercury dealer operations manager, said the idea seem to be working: his dealership started the week with eight Mercury vehicles and sold six. He took final pay Friday on the last two, both Mountaineer SUVs.

"We're putting them on…