J.D power says these trucks Have "highest Initial Quality"

J.D. POWER SAYS THESE VEHICLES HAVE “HIGHEST INITIAL QUALITY”

The Initial Quality Study (IQS) released by J.D Power and Associates each year measures vehicle quality at 90 days of ownership. Problems experienced by vehicle owners are separated into two categories: quality of design and quality of production (defects and malfunctions).

“Over the past 20 years, the automotive industry has improved in quality at a rate of 6% per year on average—a 20-year improvement rate of more than 120%,” the report states, adding that every seven to eight years, problem counts have been reduced by 50%.

Since J.D. Power ratings are based on consumer feedback, quality ratings reflect personal experience of consumers, which other new-vehicle buyers take into consideration when buying their next vehicle. Nearly one in four new-vehicle buyers have said that personal experience and advice from others who have owned the considered vehicles influences buying decisions.

In fact, recent AutoPacific new-vehicle buyer data shows that vehicle quality, dependability and reliability were the most important characteristics that swayed new-vehicle purchases. With this in mind, vehicle ratings, such as those released by J.D. Power, could indicate what consumers will drive in the future.

This year, Ford Motor Company received five top-model segment awards, more than any other automaker. In fact, 14 Ford Motor Company models placed in the top three of their respective segments. Ford’s Lincoln nameplate received two segment awards and improved from a ranking of 12th in 2006 to 3rd this year.

 

Looks like Ford is stepping it up. Congrats.  

Neat.