03 June 2011
Ford will add all-new 1.0 litre EcoBoost three-cylinder petrol engine to the model line-up. The engine is developed in Europe and it is the smallest one Ford has ever built. Furthermore, the manufacturer confirms that its next generation of hybrid vehicles, including the C-MAX in 2013, will have a Ford-designed, engineered and built transmission.
The 1.0 litre EcoBoost has the same performance as a four-cylinder, but with much higher fuel economy and lower emissions.
“No one has ever bui
01 June 2011
Loder1899 has unveiled a new tuning package for the latest 2012 Ford Focus 2.0 TDCi, so now the hatchback is not only a bland car with economic engine, but a fashionable vehicle with real style.
The German tuner offers both – performance and styling package. The 2.0 liter diesel engine is boosted to 195PS (143 kW) and 395Nm (291 lb-ft) of torque, instead of the factory’s 140PS (103 kW) and 320Nm (236 lb-ft).
The exterior tuning consists of stainless-steel dual sport exhaust system as w
11 May 2011
Ford has announced a special version of 2012 Mustang V6, which will be offered with a new Mayhem performance package.
“We saw great enthusiasm from fans, with tons of creative, unique names coming in,” commented Brian McClary, Ford social and emerging media specialist.
“The contest was twofold – it let us engage with fans by letting them have a say, and it helped build awareness for the package.”, he added.
2012 Ford Mustang Mayhem is powered by a 3.7 liter V6 engine with 309P
11 May 2011
Ford will soon introduce the new version of Focus ST, which will feature unique paintjob, lowered syspension, huge alloys wheels fitted with performance tires and central rear double exhaust.
“The new Focus ST is eagerly awaited around the world, which is appropriate as this is our first global performance model,” commented Jost Capito, Ford’s director of Global Performance Vehicles.
“It must live up to Ford’s reputation for producing affordable yet exciting and sporty versions o
11 May 2011
Ford managed to get two awards at the 2011 Diesel Car Awards. The two honoured models are the latest Focus and refined Mondeo. Diesel Car evaluated the 1.6 and 2.0-litre Ford Focus TDCi models – each available in two power outputs.
“The Ford Focus is quite simply the best handling, most dynamically accomplished car in its class – the one the others have to match. A new benchmark has been set for this size of car, because the bar has been raised by new Focus.”, commented Ian Robertson, Diesel Car editor
09 May 2011
Superchips Ltd has developed another performance package for the latest Ford S-Max with 2.0 liter direct injected turbocharged Ecoboost engine.
The ECU re-map boosts the 2.0 litre petrol engine with 40BHP at 5648RPM and 67Nm at just 2065RPM. With all that new power, the family vehicle is even more friendly to drive than before. Furthermore, the exceptional mileage is unchanged – 35 mpg on combined cycle. So despite the performance increase produced by the upgrade, if a Superchips remapped S
22 April 2011
Ford has revealed the new 2012 Mustang Shelby GTS at the 2011 New York International Auto Show (NAIAS). The vehicle is a successor to the staggering 2007-2008 GT model.
The engine range includes 3.7 liter V6 and 5.0 liter V8. There is no performance data for both engines, but the mighty V8 will have at least 500HP to play with.
The development of the Ford Shelby GTS started when the 2011 Mustang was first launched, and involved Ford Racing, Borla, Baer and Shelby American. Practically, thi
20 April 2011
Ford has exclusively released detail specifications and high-end images of the refined for 2013 model year – 2013 Ford Taurus.
Housing improvements in the areas of efficiency, technology and styling, the 2013 Taurus large sedan is also showcasing significantly bettered driving dynamics, achieved thanks to the addition of an EPAS system, which improves the steering response by speeding up the steering ratio and rigidly mounting the steering rack to the subframe.
Mark Fields, Ford’s pres
19 April 2011
MR Car Design, the Erftstadt-based retrofitter has released an extraordinary enhancement program for the Ford Focus RS, boosting its output to a new height.
The MR Car Design’s power compartment specialists have developed a power kit that boosts the total output of the Ford Focus RS’ 2.5 litre Straight-5 Ford Duratec RS to 360 horsepower, instead of the factory 305 horsepower. The extra 55 horsepower are achieved thanks to a newly installed, in-house exhaust unit with downpipe and 200-cel
15 April 2011
The tuning company Roush has introduced a new Stage 3 performance package for the latest Ford Mustang GT. The tuner has also installed a brutal styling package.
The exterior features new front fascia, a revised rear valance, and a trunk-mounted lip spoiler. There are also a lowered sport-tuned suspension for better stance and performance on a race track, a high-performance braking system and 18” alloy wheels fitted with Cooper 2XS tires.
"In addition to the powerful ROUSH power train a
13 April 2011
This is the latest project of the tuner Anderson Germany. The car is based on the latest Focus RS and the name of the project is - Ford Focus RS Black Racing Edition. As you may suggest almost everything is in black, but it looks really stunning.
The exterior is finished in matte black and some red elements like the
12 April 2011
Ford has introduced the new Ranger pick-up truck. The vehicle will be launched in Europe later in 2011. The Range has been developed to combine the model’s traditional strength and durability. Furthermore, it has increased loading capability, better performance and fuel consumption. Finally, 2011 Ranger features enhanced comfort and safety, smarter technology and a brutal new look.
2011 Ford Ranger Wildtrak will be produced in South Africa, Argentina and Thailand. However, it will be offere
