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Wednesday, January 11, 2012

2014 Ford Fiesta

2014 Ford Fiesta
2014 Ford Fiesta
2014 Ford Fiesta
2014 Ford Fiesta
2014 Ford Fiesta
2014 Ford Fiesta

A version of the upcoming crossover dubbed the "EcoSport" and designed for emerging markets was revealed earlier this month on an official Ford website based in India.

The leaked image taken from the website shows a design for the Fiesta-based crossover that’s very similar to the recently revealed 2013 Ford Escape, and given Ford’s global design strategy should be similar to the one seen on European and U.S. delivered versions of the car.

This bodes well for a potential U.S. launch, which is not surprising given America’s love of SUVs and crossovers and the fact that the regular Fiesta hatchback is already sold here.

Engines and gearboxes should mirror the Fiesta line, though a more potent version may be in the works to cope with the added weight. It's not yet clear if the Fiesta-based crossover is to get all-wheel drive, either, though if it wants to deliver the all-weather and multi-terrain benefits people expect of a crossover--pint-sized or not--we'd expect it to drive all four.

Pricing and positioning will be below that of the 2013 Escape, though exact timing of the launch is unclear. We wouldn’t expect to see this Fiesta-based crossover in showrooms until sometime in 2013.

2014 Ford Escape

2014 Ford Escape
2014 Ford Escape

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Tuesday, January 10, 2012

2014 Ford Edge

2014 Ford Edge
2014 Ford Edge
2014 Ford Edge
2014 Ford Edge
2014 Ford Edge
2014 Ford Edge
Ford Edge was its weight. Well after switching exclusively to the turbocharged 2.3-liter or 2.5-liter 4-cylinder, the heavy V-6 will be gone for good. The Edge will continue to use the EcoBoost 2.0-liter 4-cylinder.The vehicle will use the same CD4 platform that will under-pin the next generation Fusion which will likely get rid of its V6 as well. The current Edge is on a derivative of CD3, which is featured under the current Fusion and MKZ.

Through FordInsideNews' 'supplier source', the Edge will maintain its production in the current facility located in Oakville, Ontario, Canada.The Edge has already gone through a major overhaul this past year, getting a new MyFord Touch system, new sheetmetal, and an EcoBoost 4-cylinder engine.The changes are expected to appear on the redesigned 2014 Ford Edge which should arrive in dealerships by late 2013.

Friday, January 6, 2012

2014 Ford Capri

2014 Ford Capri
2014 Ford Capri
2014 Ford Capri
2014 Ford Capri
La Capri a été l’un des modèles emblématiques de la marque à l’ovale de 1969 à 1987, période pendant laquelle trois générations se sont succédées représentant deux millions de modèles, un chiffre impressionnant pour un coupé. A l’aube des années quatre-vingt-dix, Ford a décidé de supprimer son superbe modèle de son catalogue. Depuis, on parle souvent du retour de la Capri sans que rien ne vienne confirmer ces rumeurs. 

Au dernier Salon de Francfort, la présence du beau concept-car Evos a redonné espoir aux fans du célèbre coupé, tant l’étude de style présentée leur a tapé dans l’œil. C’est d’ailleurs l’Evos qui sert de base à notre illustration.

Si il y de bonnes chances de voir enfin une Capri new look arriver, elle devrait reprendre la base de la compacte Focus, sera à traction avant et n’évoquera la glorieuse ancêtre que par des points de détails (long capot, ligne de toit basse, surfaces vitrées effilées, nervure latérale, arrière court…).
Coupé 2 + 2
Traction avant et version à quatre roues motrices
Dévoilée au Mondial de l’automobile (Paris, 2014)
Commercialisation fin 2014
Plateforme de Ford Focus
Longueur : 4,40 m
Moteurs essence : de 125 à 240 ch
Moteurs diesel : de 140 à 200 ch
Motorisation hybride prévue pour 2015
Tarif : à partir de 22 000 €*

Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Ford launches production of the Focus Electric in the U.S.

Ford Focus Electric

Ford's Wayne (Michigan Assembly Plant) in the U.S. state of Michigan, the production of pure battery-electric Ford Focus Electric is underway. After 20 years of research and development in the field of electric vehicles and 500 pending patents for electric and hybrid technology Ford brings the Focus Electric in the U.S. is now its first mass electric cars on the market.

Friday, November 18, 2011

2013 Ford Flex

2013 Ford Escape

2013 Ford Escape
2013 Ford Escape
2013 Ford Escape
2013 Ford Escape
2013 Ford Escape
2013 Ford Escape
2013 Ford Escape
2013 Ford Escape
2013 Ford Escape
2013 Ford Escape
2013 Ford Escape, which makes its public debut at the Los Angeles auto show, is even more appealing to consumers than the outgoing product.

The 2.0-liter EcoBoost engine debuted here in the Edge and Explorer, where it is chosen by about 15 percent of those cars' buyers. In the Escape, it will produce 237 hp and 250 lb-ft of torque. It is positioned as the top-spec powerplant, and Escapes so equipped are rated to tow 3500 pounds.

EcoBoost engines get several other drivetrain components not offered for the 2.5-liter engine. The first is a new, "intelligent" four-wheel-drive system is an internal Ford design that can shuffle torque between wheels depending on traction, with the current torque split shown on a display in the instrument cluster. It measures 25 different variables to determine the best torque distribution. EcoBoost engines also feature active grille shutters, which can close under certain conditions to reduce drag or help the engine warm up more quickly. The shifter for the six-speed automatic transmission also receives a small toggle switch, which allows drivers to manually select gears.

The Escape's "kick to open" power liftgate. Owners simply wave their foot beneath the rear bumper, and the liftgate opens or closes. The idea is that owners lugging lots of shopping bags won't have to set them down and fumble for keys before loading groceries into the Escape. It uses two capacitive sensors mounted in the rear bumper to detect the presence of both a shin and a foot, safeguarding against the hatch popping open unexpectedly.

2012 Ford Fiesta ST

2012 Ford Fiesta ST
2012 Ford Fiesta ST
2012 Ford Fiesta ST
2012 Ford Fiesta ST
2012 Ford Fiesta ST
2012 Ford Fiesta ST
2012 Ford Fiesta ST
2012 Ford Fiesta ST
2012 Ford Fiesta ST
2012 Ford Fiesta ST
Fiesta ST concept at the Frankfurt show earlier this year, touting the three-door concept as a go-fast version of the popular global subcompact. Now Ford has unveiled a five-door version of the Fiesta ST, which will go on display at the Los Angeles auto show later this month.

Motivation comes from a 1.6-liter EcoBoost inline-four, rated at 177 hp and 178 lb-ft of torque, with power channeled to the front wheels via a six speed manual transmission. The Fiesta ST gets a racy new body kit, which resembles that of the Focus ST, as well as unique 17-inch wheels, Recaro seats, and upgraded suspension components.

"The suspension is designed to reward excellent drivers, and flatter novices," said Jamal Hameedi, SVT chief nameplate engineer.

Hameedi said the Fiesta ST should manage the 0-to-60-mph sprint in about seven seconds, and would be capable of a top speed of at least 140 mph.

Ford stresses that the Fiesta ST is only a concept car, and that there are no announcements about plans for production -- "but it does demonstrate how we could extend the global ST lineup," hints Hameedi.


Wednesday, November 16, 2011

2013 Mustang BOSS 302




The Ford Mustang Boss 302 is all about performance, and a nod to heritage comes standard with new paint options and design details for 2013.
A new hockey stick graphic featuring reflective stripes is added to the new Boss, calling back the 1970 Boss 302. 2013 Boss 302 and Boss Laguna Seca models feature new School Bus Yellow paint, honoring Parnelli Jones' 1970 Trans-Am championship car prepared by Bud Moore.
The reflective stripes on Boss come to life when lights hit them, similar to how they did in 1970 on the Mustang Boss 302. The new stripe follows the classic hockey stick motif by going over the fender and extending down the body panel.

Boss Laguna Seca has new Sterling Gray accents and will be available in vintage School Bus Yellow and black paint offerings, complemented by hockey stick stripes and gray interior rear cross-brace. Gray also sets off the front grille, mirror caps and rear pedestal spoiler, while Laguna Seca rear badging and unique two-tone gray and silver wheels round out the exterior accents. Unlike the previous model, the roof will not feature colored accents.

Similar to the redesigned base Mustang lineup, the front end offers a more powerful design with a more prominent grille. A more powerful splitter and functional hood extractors add to that look. Boss Mustang has new signature lighting, with standard HID headlamps and LED-surround taillamps.

The 2013 Boss also offers a unique functional design feature in the grille with removable covers where fog lamps would be. For improved cooling on track days, the covers can be easily removed with a screwdriver.

Additionally, the rear end features a high-gloss black panel that connects the taillamps. The taillamps deliver a smoked appearance that matches up with the sinister look up front.

The new Mustang Boss includes Ford SYNC®, the voice-activated in-car connectivity system, as a standard feature. With the base SYNC package, customers enjoy the core hands-free features and services that have quickly established SYNC as a must-have technology, with more than 76 percent of current SYNC users saying they would recommend the system to others.