Tesla soars, Ford falls in 'Consumer Reports' study

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Tesla received another boost to its growing reputation for quality, as Ford faltered in the latest auto industry report card from Consumer Reports.

Based on survey results from 1.1 million subscribers, the Consumer Reports Annual Auto Issue ranked Tesla's Model S the top overall pick. The ratings factor in quality, reliability and consumer satisfaction.

Meanwhile, Ford slipped to its lowest ranking by Consumer Reports since CEO Alan Mulally took the reins at the automaker in September 2006.

"This shows Ford is in a troubling spot. It has to renew the faith of people in the brand," said Jeff Bartlett, deputy editor, autos, at Consumer Reports.

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[Fawke Em]

1. Consumer Reports only tells me who is wealthy enough

to have time fill out surveys.

[enlightenment]

2. Have to agree.

Putting a $90000 car at the top of the pile only tells me that really wealthy people are filling out the forms.