Ford to Bring Small Cars from Overseas

DETROIT (AP) — Ford Motor Co. plans to bring six small vehicles to the U.S. market from overseas to meet growing demand for more fuel-efficient options.

A person briefed on the company's plans also says Ford will revamp some U.S. vehicle and engine plants to produce more small cars. The person requested anonymity because the company isn't confirming details until Thursday, when it releases second-quarter earnings.

The changes will accelerate Ford's efforts to move away from its heavy dependence on truck sales. Ford's U.S. sales dropped 14 percent in the first six months of this year as consumers sought smaller vehicles.

Ford has already said it will sell the Fiesta subcompact and the European Focus in the U.S. starting in 2010.

AP Auto Writer Tom Krisher reported from San Jose, Calif.