Apr 8, 2010

The globalization started by Ford with the Fiesta model and the new generation of Focus will be followed by one of the sacred monsters: the famous american muscle car Ford Mustang. Ford plans to build a future Mustang that has the same shape everywhere, the difference will be the engine. The Mustang for Europe’s will have a diesel engine, strategy chosen to attract European customers for the U.S. model. According to preliminary data, the main contender should be wide Mustang 3.0 liter V6 diesel engine which we find on Jaguar XF and XJ at this moment. This engine develops 270 hp and 600 Nm, and gives a bigger performance while consuming less than a V6 or V8 on petrol. Mustang‘s arrival in Europe would not be a surprise, Chevrolet announced two months ago that will launch the new Camaro on the old continent in the year 2011. It remains to be seen if a diesel Mustang will not be able to eclipse sales of the Camaro that will be available exclusively on gasoline. Incoming search terms:exotic european consept trucksfuture mustangfuture mustang carsedwin pellefuture ford mustangRelated Posts:Old vs New Muscle Cars: Mustang, Camaro and Challenger More power less weight: 2011 Ford Shelby GT500Ford Transit Custom Cargo – official info and photosGeneva 2012 Live: The Chevrolet stand2013 Chevy Corvette 427 Convertible Collector...

Here’s an interesting thing: a guy in our team is also a fan of Microsoft and its programs so we’ll bring today a project soon to be made by this huge IT god: Microsoft launches for Ford an online application that tells you when it’s best to recharge your electric car! Microsoft and Ford launched a new partnership where the company led by Steve Bllmer has developed a free online aplication for the load management of electric cars, says The Independent. In a few years when electric cars will be seen everywhere, such a program will be useful to avoid overloading the network at peak times and also will help drivers giving them precise data about the costs of using the car. The application is based on the “Hohm” platform made by Microsoft and keeps an eye on the energy consumption helping the driver choose the best time when to “fill the tank” on his electric car. Now, these cars are just beginning to emerge, but ten years from now the electric grid is expected to feel more and more that it also loads some 300 hp vehicles. Thus, the application will help drivers take advantage of moments when the network is not too busy and will also enable them to see the loading stage of their toy from a remote machine, that’s right, the application also works on a smartphone! The application will also provide data for the energy suppliers helping them manage the peak periods better. Ford said it will launch five electric cars by 2013. The electric version of the Focus will be launched in 2011, and the application developed in...

Mar 30, 2010

Ford Focus RS will say the last word in performance with the new RS500 version, a limited series reclaiming the past. Here are the official pictures. Ford Focus RS will have a more powerful evil twin as is rumored for some time. It was originally said it would be a Clubsport version, but more recently the name we keep hearing is RS500, thus invoking the memory of Ford Sierra Cosworth RS500 model appeared in 1987 which at that time had 225 hp! The Britain’s from Autoexpress confirmed that the new model will have 350 hp from a 2.5 Turbo engine invented by the guys from Mountune. The bad news is that this version will have some serious competition: will reach 100 km / h in 5.6 seconds, with just 0.1 seconds earlier than the VW Golf R , a car that has 80 horsepower less, but 4 wheel drive. The launch of the new Ford Focus RS500 is tomorrow, but till then you can see this short teaser while the car was tested in Lommel at night, the playground of Ford in Belgium. The reason this car is seen racing in the dark has its meaning: this version will be available only in matte black paint with black rims. Only 500 units of this black night will be created as the name: RS 500 also mentions! Related Posts:Ford Transit Custom Cargo – official info and photosDetroit 2012 Live: Lincoln MKZ ConceptDetroit 2012 Live: The all new 2013 Ford Fusion in U.S. – Ford Mondeo in EuropeFord Mustang Eleanor will be sold at auction2012 Ford Focus Electric into series...

Once the Focus of the new generation at the beginning of the year has been presented in Detroit, Ford has lifted the world premiere of the station wagon Turnier for the Geneva Motor Show. In some countries like Germany and Italy the model Turnier so far brings together more than 50 percent of Focus sales up. The production start of the new models is planned simultaneously in Europe and North America for early 2011. The Ford Focus Turnier leans a little of optically to the larger Mondeo station wagon. The integrated roof railing extends over the entire roof length. The rear door closes automatically, and has a compact roof spoiler, which can be seamlessly incorporated. In Europe, customers have with the choice between the EcoBoost petrol direct injection, which draws from 1.6 liters either 110 kW/150 hp or 132 kW (180 hp, and the equally large Duratec engine, which is also in two power with 77 kW/105 hp and 92 kW/125 hp is available. The diesel-top models with two liters cubic capacity of 85 kW/115 PS, 103 kW/140 PS and 120 kW/163 hp. The 1.6-liter Vers

Mar 1, 2010

550 hp and 688 Nm to push the Modern American Pony Car The Special Vehicle Team from the house, Ford has improved the Ford Shelby GT 500th – more power, less weight. The 2011 model promises even more performance. The new engine is an evolution of the engine from the Ford GT. The new 5.4-liter aluminum V8 is a forcibly ventilated Supercharger and brings it up so 550 hp and 688 Nm. In addition the engine is around 50 kg lighter than its predecessor model, thus ensuring a better power to weight ratio, lower fuel consumption higher acceleration, etc. Easier to make: traditional Hot Rodders. Caroll Shelby GT500 to the new cut “weight to increase the performance is a tradition at Hot Rodder, even if it’s not as sexy as increased performance, or incorporate larger brakes!” First Shelby without fuel tax eaters. The 2011 Shelby GT500 combines performance and fuel economy, why is the first modern Shelby Mustang GT500, has been proven by the EPA without the so-called fuel tax-eaters (Gas Guzzler Tax). According to the calculation of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency of the Shelby GT500 consumes just 10 liters per 100 kilometers (23 mpg) on the highway, in town to the consumption of 15, 6 liters lie. 80 percent of its torque supplied by the 5.4-liter V8 from 1750 to 6250 rpm. A larger double-row intercooler to the compressor has 40% more cooling capacity – even with prolonged exposure. Collaboration with Goodyear. The Shelby GT500 is ready for the race track, thanks to the suspension properties and the tires with new Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperCar G: 2 tires that...