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Ford Econovan 1st Gen

1979 – 1983 — USA

The Ford Fiesta Mk6/Mark VI, known as Mk7 in the UK and with model codes WS/WT/WZ in Australia, is the sixth generation of the popular Ford Fiesta supermini. Unveiled as the Ford Verve in concept form at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 2007, the sixth-generation Fiesta was introduced in various regions worldwide, including Europe, the Americas, Asia, Australasia, and Africa. Developed under the project codes B299 and B409, the model is based on the new Ford global B-car platform specifically designed for the Fiesta. It embodies Ford's "One Ford" strategy, which aimed to streamline production and increase efficiency by offering globally unified models rather than regional variations. Production of the Fiesta Mk6 began at Ford's Cologne plant in Germany in August 2008, marking the shift towards a more standardized global manufacturing approach for Ford. Key Points: 1. The Ford Fiesta Mk6/Mark VI is the sixth generation of the Ford Fiesta supermini. 2. Initially showcased as the Ford Verve concept, it made its debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 2007. 3. The model was developed using Ford's global B-car platform to ensure a standardized design for global production. 4. Launched under Ford's "One Ford" strategy, the Fiesta Mk6 emphasized manufacturing and selling single models globally. 5. Production of the Fiesta Mk6 started in Ford's Cologne plant in Germany in August 2008.