Ford Focus 1.6T 180 Ecoboost

What is it?

Our first taste of a petrol version of the all-new Focus, powered by Ford's turbocharged 1.6-litre four-cylinder Ecoboost engine.

Although this engine will be sold in the UK, not initially with the 180bhp power output tested here. For the time being the most powerful version offered to UK buyers has 148bhp.

On with thEV Show

We've known for a while that Ford would soon reveal its entry into the EV race, but the venue might be a bit of a shocker.

Speculation in the blogosphere is that the Ford Focus EV will likely make its debut Friday at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, a few days ahead of a more traditional debut venue: The Detroit auto show.

The speculation isn't that much of a stretch, really, given the Las Vegas show's increasing importance in the auto sector.

Ford C-MAX (2012)

The Ford C-MAX is an all-new, affordable transportation alternative for growing, busy North American families who crave industry-first technology, flexible seating and interior space, sporty performance and best-in-class fuel economy.

Cars To Look For At The Detroit Auto Show

Ford's C-MAX, an electric Mercedes gullwing and a mystery car from Porsche are among the models getting tongues wagging.

 

January in Detroit isn't glamorous. But everyone who is anyone in the auto industry will be there next week to see for themselves just how good the industry's prospects are for 2011.
They'll be taking in new offerings from Big Three makers, scouring the latest from the luxury front, evaluating the best of what Asia can offer and drooling over exotic-sounding concepts of the future.

Ford: Quick Lane poised for healthy growth again in 2011

Quick Lane revenues are likely to move well past $600 million in 2011compared with $550 million in 2010.

After a 25 percent jump in revenue in 2010, Ford Motor Co. expects to increase its Quick Lane store count and revenue by double-digit percentages next year.

2011 FPV Boss 335 GT makes its debut in Australia

Ford has recently unveiled a new Falcon GT Boss 335 lineup, in Australia. FPV’s new Falcon GT models are featured with a supercharged version of Ford’s 5.0-liter V-8 seen in the Mustang GT in the States. Prodrive specially designed this vehicle in Australia. Because of the added supercharger, its power output has been enhanced to 450hp and 420 pound-feet of torque, increases of 28 and 20, respectively.

Ford To Introduce Auto Start-Stop Technology to Non-Hybrids in Lineup Soon

Non-hybrid Ford cars, crossovers, and SUVs are about to get a fuel economy bump thanks to the automaker’s engine start-stop technology. Officially called Auto Start-Stop, the feature will be showcased in a concept heading to the Detroit Auto Show in January.

2011 Ford Shelby GT500

If you were expecting a monumental leap forward for the 2011 Ford Shelby GT500, we're sorry to disappoint. Rather than attempt to reinvent an already very capable wheel, Ford has made incremental improvements to the big snake in an effort to squeeze even more performance out of the GT500's already impressive package. The first and most important stop on the upgrade train is under the hood.

2010 Ford Shelby GT500

Ford is wasting no time rolling out variations on its perennially popular ponycar, and the restyled and revamped 2010 Ford {{{Shelby GT500}}} aims to trump its newfound competition with 540 hp and 510 lb-ft of torque -- that's the same 40-horse, 30-lb-ft bump the old GT500KR enjoyed over last year's GT500. In fact, the engine is little changed from KR duty, although the addition of two knock sensors allows the timing to advance a bit, and a cold-air induction system improves breathing (the intake snorkel's location in the grille is responsible for moving the Cobra badge to the opposite side).

2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302S by Ford Racing

The 440-hp Ford Mustang Boss 302S was developed by Ford Racing engineers and will be built at the Auto Alliance International (AAI) assembly plant in Flat Rock, Michigan, birthplace of the Mustang. It is based on 302nd street legal 2012 Mustang Boss Mustang BOSS 302S is powered by a 5.0-liter Boss 4-valve Ti-VCT engine V-8 and includes a gearbox 6-speed directly from BOSS 302 parts bin. Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via a differential of play T2 and 3.73 gears. BOSS 302S suspension has two settings coil springs over shock absorbers and Ford Racing anti-roll bars front and rear.