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  • Eibach competes WRC with the release of 350 HP Ford Focus RS

    Eibach Ford Focus RS side view

    2016 Eibach Ford Focus RS
    2016 Eibach Ford Focus RS
    2016 Eibach Ford Focus RS
    2016 Eibach Ford Focus RS
    2016 Eibach Ford Focus RS
    2016 Eibach Ford Focus RS
    2016 Eibach Ford Focus RS

    Eibach Ford Focus RS impresses with cool tuning pack and a lot of horsepower

    Eibach has achieved something that even the WRC team hasn’t. We are talking about their latest project, involving the Focus RS. Its 2.3 litre Eco-Boost four-cylinder engine is now capable of 350 HP (257 kW), as the number plate on the vehicle highlights. In other words, this hot compact car has even more horses than the equivalent WRC rally car.

    After the team at Eibach ensured that the horsepower is enough, it then focused on the cornering capability of this Ford, thus enhancing further its performance. Precisely, the tuners fitted Pro-Kit Performance Springs, bringing the Focus RS 20 millimetres closer to the ground. Next to the improved optics, the springs also reduce diving when braking as well as the rolling tendency of the body when cornering is happening.

    SEE ALSO: Eibach Releases a Sportier Ford Mondeo Estate 

    The next step is the installation of the in-house made aluminum Pro-Spacer Wheel Spacers, ensuring there is more stable tracking as well as a masterful appearance. Eibach Anti-Roll-Kit rounds out the suspension package, while the Performance Stabilizer Bars reduce rolling and pitching during cornering.

    Eibach Ford Focus RS rear view

    HJS specialists are also involved in this exclusive project as they offered tuning catalytic converter. It is the perfect addition to any type of sport exhaust system, providing 35 % reduction in exhaust backpressure. OZ and Michelin are also included in the project, offering Pilot Super Sport and the Cup version in the size 235/35 ZR19 on the wheel design 19-inch Leggera HLTs.

    At last, but not least of importance, this road vehicle with 350 HP has received rally livery and as you can see the design is very cool! It is actually the official M-Sport design. Those of you, who already got impressed and are intending to visit the Essen Motor Show (26 November – 4 December) this year, can go see there the car live.

    2016 Eibach Ford Focus RS
    2016 Eibach Ford Focus RS
    2016 Eibach Ford Focus RS
    2016 Eibach Ford Focus RS
    2016 Eibach Ford Focus RS
    2016 Eibach Ford Focus RS
    2016 Eibach Ford Focus RS

    Source: Eibach

  • You Have Now the Opportunity to Buy the Record-breaking Focus RS

    2016 Ford Focus RS Front ViewRecord-breaking 2016 Ford Focus RS is now going on sale in the United States. But even better, those who are keen on the Focus RS can start saving the money, because its production has been initiated in Saarlouis, Germany, and in fact the first ever all-new Focus RS has already rolled off the line there.

    The long-anticipated, 350-horsepower hot hatch arrives this spring to bring about potent and attractive hot hatch lineup. In fact the car looks better than ever before and it will definitely improve Ford’s sales. For instance, the Focus ST has increased sales by 9 percent last year while Fiesta ST saw a gain of 4 percent.

    SEE ALSO: 2016 Ford Focus RS Receives an Extra of 30HP to its 2.3-liter EcoBoost Engine

    In addition, the performance line-up by ford is set to grow by three models this year. The Focus RS will be joined by F-150 Raptor, which is going to debut this fall and the anticipated Ford GT supercar that goes into production late this year. And don’t forget that the lineup already includes Shelby GT350 and GT350R, which debuted last year.

    As a matter of fact, Ford has put out the goal to bring the Focus RS to customers globally through 2020. The car is worth it because it has been developed by a team of Ford Performance engineers in Europe and the U.S.

    2016 Ford Focus RS Rear View

    One of the strongest benefits of the model is its engine. Under the hood of the model is the specially engineered version of Ford’s new 2.3-liter EcoBoost engine. It has been boosted recently and now pumps out 350 horsepower (257 kW), which is an addition of 30 hp when compared to the previous variant. The torque is rated at 474 Nm (350 lb-ft). And have I mentioned that its 4.7-second 0-62-mph sprint makes the high-performance hatchback the fastest-accelerating Ford RS model ever!

    Even more, the manual-only hot hatch will debut with a trick feature called stall recovery. This means that there will be no need for drivers to manually restart the engine. Focus RS also introduces innovative Ford Performance All-Wheel Drive with Dynamic Torque Vectoring. This feature will offer new levels of handling, grip and cornering speed. At last, we should also mention that for the first time, the RS model gets launch control and selectable drive modes. Among them is the industry-first drift mode which allows controlled oversteer drifts.

    2016 Ford Focus RS
    2016 Ford Focus RS
    2016 Ford Focus RS
    2016 Ford Focus RS
    2016 Ford Focus RS

    Source: Ford

  • The Latest Focus RS Comes With Incredible Performance

    2016 Ford Focus RS2016 Focus RS comes with optimized acceleration and overall enhanced performance. Now Ford team launched a special control technology and the RS model is the first to give it a try. The RS also debuts a special Ford Performance All-Wheel-Drive and Dynamic Torque Vectoring. This all helps for incredible traction, grip and dynamics at high speeds and corners.

    The Focus RS now is also geared with enhanced chassis and drivetrain system to deliver the fasters possible acceleration. Also new is the gearbox system. It is designed in such a way that it delivers optimum performance and the best so far flexibility. And when we add the redesigned AWD system and the turbo overboost function we do get some stunningly powerful vehicle.

    In fact, the AWD system uses twin electronically controlled clutch pack to manage the vehicle’s front/rear torque split and can even control the side-to-side torque distribution on the rear axle. This installment has a dramatic impact on the handling and cornering stability. Furthermore, the AWD monitors inputs from multiple vehicle sensors just to deliver optimum driving dynamics.

    SEE ALSO: 2015 Shelby Mustang Was Granted With Incredible Upgrades

    2016 Focus RS also offers a total of four different driving models that configure in a precise way the AWD, dampers, electronic stability control, steering and engine response. The settings are indeed normal, sport and track with a special drift mode to help the driver achieve controlled oversteer drift on the track.

    And when it comes to performance, the Focus RS’s 2.3-liter four-cylinder EcoBoost is especially upgraded to deliver 10% more power than its predecessors. Furthermore, it also offers and low-inertia twin-scroll turbocharger with larger compressor and a large-bore high-performance exhaust.

    Finally, the vehicle will be created in Saarlouis, Germany and it is expected to go in markets in spring 2016.

     Source: Ford

  • The New Ford Focus RS Has the Mustang’s 2.3-liter EcoBoost Engine

    After the huge leak this morning, Ford finally revealed the long-anticipated third-generation Focus RS. The car is said to offer undoubted fun-to-drive experience, advanced technologies, class-leading cornering speed and impressive performance.

    2016 Ford Focus RS takes its power from the Mustang’s four-cylinder 2.3-liter EcoBoost turbocharged gasoline engine. Here this power unit boosts 320 PS (235 kW). Exact torque figures haven’t been announced yet but Ford shared that they had to upgrade the six-speed manual gearbox so that it could deal with the extra torque.

    Power is transmitted to Ford Performance All-Wheel-Drive system with Dynamic Torque Vectoring. This promises to produce “a new level of handling capability and driver enjoyment, combining outstanding traction and grip with unmatched agility and cornering speed.”

    Taking into consideration the exterior, the new Focus RS demonstrates high-performance design which is dramatic and more muscular. The car’s powerful look is reinforced by a bold upper trapezoidal grille which stays above the deep front splitter, lower wings and large outboard openings on each side of the car, distinctive rear roof spoiler, body-colored side panels with RS logo and a large diffuser at the rear which optimizes air flow from under the vehicle to reduce drag. There are four exterior colors: Nitrous Blue, Stealth Grey, Absolute Black and Frozen White.

    19-inch alloy wheels wrapped around in 235/35 R19 tires provided by Michelin are components which accentuate the appearance of the hatch too. They include a high-performance lightweight forged design finished in low-gloss black as well.

    Stepping inside the cabin we are introduced into an environment which is simpler but more intuitive. Some of the upgrades for the new Focus include Recaro sport seats, a 10-speaker Sony sound system and an eight-inch SYNC infotainment system. The latter can work with a rear view camera. Finally, there is a flat-bottomed steering wheel covered in leather, as well as alloy foot pedals and one-of-a-kind instrument graphics on the gear shifter.

    2016 Ford Focus RS
    2016 Ford Focus RS
    2016 Ford Focus RS
    2016 Ford Focus RS
    2016 Ford Focus RS

    Source: Ford

  • MR Car Design Ford Focus RS

    MR Car Design, the Erftstadt-based retrofitter has released an extraordinary enhancement program for the Ford Focus RS, boosting its output to a new height. (more…)

  • Anderson Germany Ford Focus RS Black Racing Edition

    This is the latest project of the tuner Anderson Germany. The car is based on the latest Focus RS and the name of the project is – Ford Focus RS Black Racing Edition. As you may suggest almost everything is in black, but it looks really stunning.

    The exterior is finished in matte black and some red elements like the rim of the alloys, calipers, turn lights and a small emblem on the front grille.

    The has also developed a performance package, which boosts the mighty 2.5 liter five-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine to the staggering 420PS (309 kW), instead of the factory’s 305PS (224 kW). All this power is put on the road through FWD with LSD.

    The interior boasts a black leather and Alcantara finish with red stitching. The contrast is the same like the exterior of RS Black Racing.

    Pricing is not announced, yet!
    Anderson Germany Ford Focus RS Black Racing Edition

    Anderson Germany Ford Focus RS Black Racing Edition
    Anderson Germany Ford Focus RS Black Racing Edition
    Anderson Germany Ford Focus RS Black Racing Edition
    Anderson Germany Ford Focus RS Black Racing Edition
    Anderson Germany Ford Focus RS Black Racing Edition
    Anderson Germany Ford Focus RS Black Racing Edition
    Anderson Germany Ford Focus RS Black Racing Edition
    Anderson Germany Ford Focus RS Black Racing Edition
    Anderson Germany Ford Focus RS Black Racing Edition
    Anderson Germany Ford Focus RS Black Racing Edition

    Source: Anderson Germany

  • Ford Focus Race Car Concept

    The new Focus Race Car Concept is powered by 2.0-liter Ford EcoBoost turbo engine. The car is specially designed to showcase this engine in LA.

    It will be used used to compete in various global road and touring car racing championships. the first appearance of the Focus Race Car Concept will take place in the 2011 BTCC – 2011 British Touring Car Championship.

    Ford Focus Race Car Concept features FIA regulation safety cage, AST performance coil-over adjustable dampers, Ford Racing upgraded sway bars with adjustable end links and front brakes with 320mm two-piece rotors and race pads for additional stopping power. (more…)

  • Stoffler Ford Focus RS – 365 horsepower and 525 Nm of torque

    If you’ve missed your chance of sitting behind the wheel of the strictly limited, sleek Ford Focus RS500, don’t blame yourselves, because Stoffler, the Germany-based performance expert has released an extraordinary program for the Ford Focus RS, which boosts its output figures to the striking 356 horsepower (268 kW), outstripping the RS500 ones with 6 hp. (more…)

  • BBR Ford Focus RS MK2 is a real madness – 404hp on the front wheels

    BBR tuning company reveals a new range of performance conversions for the most powerful hot hatchback on the market – Ford Focus RS MK2. Furthermore, BBR offers suspension upgrade package to match the improved power of the engine. BBR Ford Focus RS has been tested for year and a half, so it is ready to hit the road.

    There are several phases of tuning from BBR for RS MK2.

    Phase one is BBR StarChip Software upgrade, which improves the power of the car by an ECU remap. The engine becomes more responsive, the mid range torque is improved as well as the peak horsepower. However, the car is much quicker without any mechanical changes. (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…)

  • Ford Focus RS Le Mans Classic – five different identities

    Less than three weeks before the start of the famous Le Mans Classic race, Ecurie Ford France, one of the partners of the event has dressed five Focus RS cars in specially-designed color schemes, each paying tribute to the Ford cars which made the brand one of the most reputable at the Le Mans 24 Hours. (more…)

  • Unique WRC wheels for the Ford Focus RS’ last examples

    To mark in proper way the Focus RS superhatch’s final examples for the UK market, Ford is now offering a unique 19-inch wheels set in WRC-look. Priced at £500 per set, including VAT, the racy white-shaded alloys are styled exclusively to bring the visual impact of the award-winning Focus even closer to that of Mikko Hirvonen’s stunning ride. (more…)