MEMORANDUM OPINION
SIMPSON, Chief Judge.
This matter is before us for consideration of the motion for summary judgment filed by the defendant, Ford Motor Company ("Ford"). The motion having been thoroughly briefed, it is now ripe for review.
BACKGROUND
The factual background relevant to Ford's motion is largely undisputed:
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