Project Vantage draws heavily on advanced research being conducted by Ford Advanced Vehicle Technology (AVT) and its wealth of experience gained from participation in Formula One Grand Prix racing and other areas of international motor sport.

Aston Martin project Vantage

In this position, Robertson assumes responsibility for all platform engineering activities associated with the Chrysler Brands in addition to his current responsibilities including the Liberty and Technical Affairs Group, Scientific Labs and Proving Grounds, Technical Computer Center, the Partnership for a New Generation of Vehicles (PNGV), Truck Operations, Vehicle Engineering Operations, and Technology Strategy Planning.

Bernard I. Robertson is appointed Senior Vice President - Engineering and Technology

Ford Acquires Interest in Zebra Imaging

BRENTWOOD, 19 March, 1999 - Ford has acquired an equity interest in Zebra Imaging, an Austin, Texas, firm that developed with Ford a breakthrough process for viewing electronic design data in 3-D. The hologram display, being exhibited at the Geneva Motor Show, provides an inside look at a futuristic, zero-emissions family saloon - and at the same time a sneak preview of how cars and trucks might be designed in the next century.