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  • 2012 Ford Focus 1.0-litre EcoBoost available for order in Europe

    Ford Eco Boost thumbThe 2012 Ford Focus 1.0-litre EcoBoost is Ford’s most fuel efficient petrol-engine production vehicle ever created! The good news around it is that it is now available to order from dealerships in Europe. The first vehicles have been produced in the plant in Saarlouis, Germany and they are both 100 PS (74 kW) and 125 PS (92 kW) models. More importantly, it offers leading fuel economy of 4.8l/100km and CO2 emissions of 109g/km and 5.0l/100km (56.5mpg) with CO2 of 114g/km, respectively.

    In details, the 1.0-litre EcoBoost uses turbocharging and direct fuel injection to extract impressive levels of power and fuel efficiencies from a three-cylinder engine block. Hence, this combination of power and low CO2 emissions makes it the best of all other competing engines. Moreover, the engine has a torque of 170Nm between 1,400rpm and 4,500rpm. The new 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine will be offered in the C-MAX, the all-new B-MAX, as well as other models, later this year. Furthermore the Focus 1.0-litre EcoBoost will join the 1.6-litre EcoBoost petrol and 1.6-litre TDCi diesel engines in wearing the ECOnetic Technology badge. This is a recognition given by Ford, only to those models which are class-leaders among the very best in their segment – of course, speaking in terms of fuel economy.

    2012 Ford Focus 1.0-litre EcoBoost
    2012 Ford Focus 1.0-litre EcoBoost

    Source: Ford

  • 2012 Ford B-MAX’s Easy Access Door System

    Ford B-Max Thumb2012 Ford B-MAX features unique Easy Access Door System which will bring to its customers unrivalled ease of access. In particular it integrates the central body pillars into the doors of its multi-activity vehicle and thus creating 1.5-metre wide unobstructed openings on either side of the car. The development of the concept, the designers spent several days observing drivers in their daily routine. Hence, they got the understanding, what exactly will customers really want from a compact car. Engineers then start producing a safe and practical vehicle which is in alliance with those needs. What they did is that they moved the high-strength body-structure from the central body pillars and integrated it directly into the doors. This ensures high level of crash protection in the event of a side impact. Up to five times the strength of conventional mild steel is delivered through special ultra-high-strength steel. This is used in key parts of the body and doors, thus creating an extremely strong and stiff structure without adding extra weight.

    In addition the process involved intense testing and analysis at every stage. More than 1,000 detailed computer simulations were conducted over three years to optimize side impact crash performance. In addition, the B-MAX interior is packed with features which take optimal advantage of the new Easy Access Door System. The rear seats and the front passenger seat, for instance, can be folded flat. In this way it creates a large, convenient load platform, which can accommodate everything from bicycles to flat-pack furniture.

    The All-New Ford B-MAX will make its first appearance in Geneva next month. Eventually, it will go for sale later this year.

    2012 Ford B-Max
    2012 Ford B-Max
    2012 Ford B-MAX
    2012 Ford B-MAX

    Source: Ford

  • Ford B-MAX delivers Best-In-Class Fuel Economy and CO2 emission

    Ford_B-MAX ThumbThe new Ford B-MAX compact multi-activity vehicle achieves best-in-class fuel economy and CO2 emissions for both the diesel and petrol versions. The new 1.0-liter EcoBoost 120PS (88 kW) petrol engine and the 1.6-liter TDCi 95PS (70 kW) diesel engine both beat the rivals on fuel economy and on CO2 emissions.

    Obviously, the all-new Ford B-MAX which is going to make its debut this year is setting a new standard in its class. To be more precise, the new B-MAX, powered by 1.6-liter TDCi delivers 104 g/km CO2 emissions and 4.0 l/100km (70.6mpg). The B-MAX with a 1.0-liter EcoBoost petrol engine (120PS/88 kW) will offer 114g/km CO2 emissions and fuel economy of 4.9 l/100km (57.6mpg). All B-MAX’s petrol rivals trail behind with 134-149g/km CO2 emissions and 5.7 l-6.4 l/100km fuel consumption. The goal of Ford here was to redefine the segment through technology and ingenuity, which includes delivering the very best fuel economy.

    Furthermore B-MAX features also a range of technologies which help reducing the fuel consumption and the CO2 emissions. They include: Auto-Start-Stop, which automatically shuts down the engine when the vehicle is at idle; the Ford Eco Mode driver information system, which helps drivers adopt a more economical driving style; Gear Shift Indicator, to highlight the most efficient gear changing points; and Smart Regenerative Charging, which charges the battery at the most economical points in a journey.

    In the production of the all-new B-MAX was featured a brand innovative approach to door construction, which resulted in wide-open access for drivers, passengers and luggage. It includes the center pillars integrated into the doors themselves. The B-MAX was also designed with high quality materials, which are rarely to be found on an affordable compact car, together with flexible-seating and class-leading load-space.

    The all-new B-MAX will debut at the Geneva Motor Show in March and go on sale across Europe later this year.

    Ford B-MAX - A Compact Multi-Activity Vehicle
    Ford B-MAX – A Compact Multi-Activity Vehicle
    2012 Ford B-MAX
    2012 Ford B-MAX

    Source: Ford

  • 2012 Ford Focus with 1.0-liter EcoBoost Engine

    Ford Eco Boost thumbThe Ford Focus with the 1.0-liter EcoBoost engine production is already being launched. The highlight here is that this model is Ford’s most fuel efficient petrol-powered vehicle. In details, the Focus 1.0-liter EcoBoost 100PS (74 kW) has the unique fuel economy of 4.8l/100km (58.9mpg); and more importantly the CO2 emissions it releases are 109g/km. In addition there is also a turbocharged direct injection engine available for the Focus in a 125PS (92 kW) version that has in turn 5l/100km (56.5mpg) with CO2 of 114g/km.

    The Focus 1.0-liter EcoBoost achieves diesel engine standards of performance thanks to the engine torque of 170Nm between (125 lb-ft) 1,400rpm and 4,500rpm. The new 1.0-liter EcoBoost engine is produced at Ford’s engine plant in Cologne, Germany. More importantly, Ford invested €134 million ($200 million) in the development of this special high-tech line at the Cologne Engine Plant to build the engine.

    This engine is a true example of the demands of the market for improved internal combustion engine, which delivers low consumption and has low Co2 emissions. For the development of the 1.0-liter EcoBoost engine, Ford gathered experts from Europe, including engineers at

    Ford’s European Research and Advanced Engineering Centre in Aachen, Germany, and the Dunton Technical Centre, UK.

    Production of Ford Focus 1.0-liter EcoBoost Engine
    Production of Ford Focus 1.0-liter EcoBoost Engine

    Source: Ford

  • 2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302 – the tradition continues

    The latest Ford Mustang is inspired by the classic 1969 model. 2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302 features a unique front fascia, a modified grille, a front splitter, and lightweight 19″ wheels with Pirelli PZero performance tyres.

    Inside, the car has revised instrument cluster, an Alcantara steering wheel, dark metallic trim, a black pool-cue shifter, and optional Recaro sport seats.

    Under the hood, there are mighty 5.0 liter V8 with 440hp (328kW and 515Nm ( 380lb-ft) of torque. The additional power comes from a new intake, a quad exhaust, and modified camshafts. (more…)

  • 2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302 Laguna Seca – more is better

    The car is based on the Boss 302. The special edition – Laguna Seca is designed specially for the weekend racers, who can drive it to and at the coarse and back home, without any concerns.

    It features Black or Ingot Silver paint, red accents, revised aggressive front spoiler from Boss 302R, a bigger rear spoiler, huge 19″ wheels with R-compound high performance tires.

    Inside, Boss 302 Laguna Seca includes sport seats, a revised instrument cluster, an Alcantara steering wheel, dark metallic trim, and a black pool-cue shifter. (more…)

  • 2012 Ford Focus ST will be unveiled at the Paris Motor Show

    In 2005 Ford unveiled one of the hottest hatchbacks on the market – Focus ST, which was available in either three or five door variant. The vehicle is powered by Ford Duratec ST turbocharged engine – 2.5 liter 5 cylinder developing 225hp.

    In 2008 the company introduced power kit, which raises the power to 260bhp. The performance package consists: K&N sport air intake, larger intercooler and ECU remap. (more…)