Ford Malaysia today announced that it is extending the deadline for submission of ideas to the Global Ford Ranger Challenge due to overwhelming response. The new closing date for suggesting tough, real-life challenges for the All-New Ranger to take on is now 15 April 2012. Malaysian drivers who wish to be one of five lucky entrants selected to get behind the wheel and put the claim of “Built Ford Tough” to the ultimate test should take advantage of this extension and submit their ideas for the challenge online here http://www.fordrangerchallenge.com.my/rangerchallengemy.
Not only will these participants be the first consumers in Malaysia to test the All-New Ford Ranger and turn their tough challenge into a reality, the one with the best challenge as chosen by the general public will drive away with their very own All-New Ranger XLT 2.2L (manual transmission). Some ultimate challenge ideas submitted by Malaysian drivers so far include a demanding 13-hour off-road drive from Kuching to Long Seridan in Sarawak, a peacock bass fishing trip to Tanjung Tualang in Perak and a traversing expedition over the ever-challenging terrain at Kuala Mu. Built to go off-roading with scarcely a second thought, the All-New Ford Ranger has successfully traversed not only roads covered in snow and ice, but also a tropical rainforest and remote river in Global Ford Ranger Challenge tests faced in other parts of the world. It has also climbed a rocky mountain, transported elephants and been thoroughly tested by people using it to go where an ordinary truck might not be able to. With high-performing efficiency and interior comfort to complement the tough and durable build, the All-New Ford Ranger is a perfect choice for both the urban warrior and the outdoorsman. The Global Ford Ranger Challenge successfully launched in Australia last year and has recently proven to be a huge hit in Thailand and South Africa. The Challenge has tested All-New Ranger competitors across Europe and South America as well.
How the Global Ranger Challenge Works. Beginning today, entrants can submit an application to the official Malaysian Global Ford Ranger Challenge website – www.fordrangerchallenge.com.my or www.ford.net.my – explaining why their unique challenge is the best way to test the All-New Ford Ranger’s capabilities. The Challenge is also accessible via the Ford Malaysia Facebook page – www.facebook.com/FordRangerMY. Entries will be accepted until midnight, 15 April 2012. From these entries, five finalists will be selected by a panel of judges. Selections will be based on the quality and creativity of the entry, and the finalists will be announced by Ford on 1 May 2012. An All-New Ford Ranger will then be loaned to each of the five finalists who will carry out their nominated challenge with the help of a professional film crew provided by Ford. Footage of each participant’s Challenge will be uploaded on the Global Ford Ranger Challenge website for the general public to view and vote on their favorite. The winner will be selected based on voting and the judges’ final decision, and will be announced at the launch event of the All-New Ranger in Malaysia. This lucky winner will then drive away with the ultimate prize – an All-New Ford Ranger XLT 2.2L (manual transmission). Additionally, people who vote online will be entered into a lucky draw for a range of prizes. For more information, please visit the official Malaysian Global Ford Ranger Challenge website:
www.fordrangerchallenge.com.my
