Its been known for 40 years as the “King of the Road”. But this spring, the name of Ford’s extreme Mustang- the GT500KR- may be the cause of some confusion. The powerful and striking model is readying for a starring role in a remake of the hit TV series “Knight Rider”. Mix-ups will be […]
Malcolm Wilson, managing director at M-Sport, gave his views on the season just ended. “First of all I’d like to thank Ford for the trust and confidence. I also would like to thank Stobart for their commitment to run Jari-Matti this year. He has gained confidence by the day and has developed into the […]
The new Focus RS will be based on the dynamic new Focus ST. It will be developed by Ford Team RS, a specialist team led by Jost Capito who, as previously announced, is being appointed to the new role as Vehicle Line Director for Ford of Europe Performance Vehicles from January 1, 2008. With […]
The Ford Ka is always reinventing itself and 2007 ends with the Ford Ka Two-Tone. This exciting limited edition is available as a Style Climate or Zetec Climate with four body colours including the new blazer blue. The exterior colour palette combines with moondust silver bumpers and mirror housings for a retro look. 1,000 […]
Lewis Booth, Executive Vice Chairman for Ford of Europe and Premier Automotive Group, said: The man who so convincingly kept the BP-Ford team at the top of the leader board throughout the year is Marcus Gr nholm. We couldn t have won two in a row without Marcus and Timo delivering results so consistently. We […]
“With two consecutive Manufacturers’ World Rally Championship titles under our belt, the time is right to create a new Focus RS,” said John Fleming, Ford of Europe’s President and CEO. “With the Fiesta and Focus ST models, Jost and his team have proved already that they can deliver exciting and practical performance road cars. […]
Large glass roofs have grown in popularity in the order of about 200 percent in less than five years, and Ford’s about to capitalize on the trend. Although largely the realm of crossover SUV’s, the oversized sunroof has become increasingly popular in sedans, hatchbacks and coupes- like the Mustang.
Rail Car and Haul-away Test Perhaps the most unexpected, Ford even puts transit systems to the test. To ensure vehicles arrive at dealerships throughout the country in top condition, Ford simulates how different chassis components hold up while tied down during shipping on trains and trucks. The Rail Car Simulator replicates the roughest conditions […]
Ford introduced the new F-150 as an ‘04 model, and with its fresh appearance came a bold new powerplant. Under the hood, the optional 5.4L engine was improved greatly thanks to a set of three-valve cylinder heads. The increased airflow offered by the new castings are making all the difference in the power department. […]
Ford is shelving plans to build a new assembly plant in northern Mexico . Instead, Ford has promised the United Auto Workers in its new labor pact to build a small car in the U.S. Pushing both Ford and GM to build small and alternate fuel vehicles in plants staffed by union members was […]
