Please Read! - Domain name will be changing very SOON!

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4DRHTRD said:
Do me a favor guys, if you come up with any cool names please PM them to me.
why can't we hear what other think for a new name should be? I DID WHAT I WAS ASK, AND PM YOU BUT I WOULD LIKE TO HEAR THE OTHER GUYS ARE THINKING.
 
shoman04 said:
4DRHTRD said:
Do me a favor guys, if you come up with any cool names please PM them to me.
why can't we hear what other think for a new name should be? I DID WHAT I WAS ASK, AND PM YOU BUT I WOULD LIKE TO HEAR THE OTHER GUYS ARE THINKING.

bpd1151 said:
In all seriousness....

I can't reiterate enough, now that this issue has arisen, please show 4DR the respect he has asked for, and PM him any (new) suggested site name(s).

Any alternatives, if deemed too close for comfort so to speak, will likely just be added to the list.

Since this is under scrutiny, it's uber important to listen & adhere to 4DR's requests.

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Once the lawyers get involved, it's really best to PM 4DR with your ideas. I agree it is upsetting that Ford has made this move, but not surprising, since they have no control over what is posted here using their name.  I am sure that we will get to look at the new name ideas as soon as possible, but I really think we need to control ourselves and PM 4DR with ideas, and give him some time to get this sorted out..
 
shoman04 said:
why can't we hear what other think for a new name should be? I DID WHAT I WAS ASK, AND PM YOU BUT I WOULD LIKE TO HEAR THE OTHER GUYS ARE THINKING.

It's simple. Added stress and legal reasons that none of us want 4DR to incur.

Bad enough he's going through what he is, let's respect his request, and do as he says.

Although I understand the basis for your comment, he's asked all members to follow a certain format, and I will ensure that his request is followed to a 'T'.

Legal issues, or any extension there of, can have profound effects/outcomes, as evidenced by this thread alone.

Thank you for all members compliance on this matter.
 
Wow, here you are helping Ford promote their EcoBoost product line / grow their customer base and the best they can do in return is send their lawyers after you? I knew Ford's customer service sucks but I didn't realize FMC takes such a proactive approach to providing bad service. I guess this is just one more reason for me to look at other options when the time comes to replace the SHO, which I plan to do sooner rather than later since the car has been so unreliable. Best of luck dealing with them...
 
Guys
Not to play the bad guy here...
But Ford like other companies spend billions of dollars to create and promote their brand. And they have to protect it as well.  It's actually an unfortunate compliment to 4dr. They can't go after everyone and site out there so once a site hits a certain level and has violations of their copyright and trademark they shut them down... Weather it's all good or bad.  From where they stand, our site has no official representation of fmc and with all the info we discuss (good, bad, true or false) it could have positive and or negative impact on a brand they spent billions to create.
It does suck but good may still come out if this in the end? They are paying attention now.

Approach every problem like and opportunity!


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So why isn't FMC reaching out to establish representation on this forum, comprised of current or potential Ford owners/customers,  instead of sending lawyers to shut it down? In the past I've seen FMC reps participating on other forums. If they're afraid of bad publicity they're sure accomplishing that with this move. They definitely took that Tremor and/or 2015 FX4 off my short list.

bigmoneycloser said:
Guys
Not to play the bad guy here...
But Ford like other companies spend billions of dollars to create and promote their brand. And they have to protect it as well.  It's actually an unfortunate compliment to 4dr. They can't go after everyone and site out there so once a site hits a certain level and has violations of their copyright and trademark they shut them down... Weather it's all good or bad.  From where they stand, our site has no official representation of fmc and with all the info we discuss (good, bad, true or false) it could have positive and or negative impact on a brand they spent billions to create.
It does suck but good may still come out if this in the end? They are paying attention now.

Approach every problem like and opportunity!


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I guess FMC's next move is to shut down every performance oriented Website  or Magazine that has Ford  or Mustang  or SHO or Taurus or whatever in it .

Yes " Legally " they have right to do so but this kills the  " Image "  of the brand for many performance oriented fans , owners and future BUYERS .
They should be far more concerned about the  the phrase "
the Customer is always right " .

This wesite would not even exist if the product was not worthy of purchase .

Do you see a Ford Granada Performance Forum ?
 
Yes it does suck...but do a little research into trademark law. Ford HAS to defend its copyright or it loses it. Period...so if they have ecoboost copyrighted (and you know they do) they have to make this site change.

Hopefully they will be friendly and do a re-direct for awhile...this site has nothing but good things about the platform.
 
I have the perfect name, but it comes with a price!

Sent from my mobile, I think.

 
Unfortunately not the first time I've seen this happen.  Americanmuscle.com used to be mustangmuscle or something like that.  Ford made them change it.  Kocky products used to make really cool shirts catering mainly to the Ford crowd, Terminator, Lightnings, mach 1's.  Ford stepped in and wanted them to pay royalties shutting them down.  I have a lot of their shirts and even an unworn Lightning shirt.  You'd think Ford would want to partner with some of the more effective websites instead of forcing them to change their names.  I know they must participate in SVTP, as those guys are always getting new Fords or going to some type of event.  How is svtperformance any different than ecoboostperformace, unless Ford is participating?
 
So short sighted on Ford's part.  Trust me, I get the copyright stuff.  Thing is Ford has no alternative out there in terms of a forum we are competing with.  All the Ford sponsored sites (like my MKS forum) are virtual ghost towns.  No admin/moderator/owner involvement.  Just using up a good domain name.  In my opinion they are worried about usual forum drama/antics, immature behavior,  and posting of dangerous acts that they don't want Ford to be associated with or misconstrued as running the site.  Better solution, read this forum and see that everybody is kept in check, then become involved in the forum with Mike to continue to ensure it is run to their standards.  Too much work? I guess, but that ignores the massive base of new potential purchasers who find this site and get turned on to the Ecoboost line.  Short sighted......
 
I believe that Ford is understandably correct in saying Mike's store must change its name .

The user forum is another story , the Ecoboost name is copywrited but could be used with Fords permission and an associated disclaimer .......  Not  affiliated with FMC'S and the usual ya da ya da b.s legal ez.

SVTPERFORMANCE  has this disclaimer at the bottom of their home page ....


SVTPerformance.com is not affiliated with Ford Motor Company, and is not responsible for the content added by members.
This is a website for and by enthusiasts Copyright 2000-2008 SVTPerformance.com
 
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