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mountune team presents new aftermarket upgrade for Ford Focus ST

2020 mountune Ford Focus ST Owners of the Mk4 Ford Focus ST can join the mountune family thanks to the release of the latest update – the so-called m330 package. Giving even more to the award-winning Focus ST, the m330 pack is based on the success of the m225 and m235 Mk 8 Fiesta ST SMARTflash technology. Through the use of advanced technology, mountune has been able to deliver significant upgrades and changes in the overall performance rates to the vehicle. It also guarantees an OEM Plus feel.

All upgrades produced by mountune have undergone rigorous testing and development process, similar to that of an OEM. It seems that the dedicated team of engineers have delivered a package that pushes the boundaries of the Mk4 Focus ST, putting the driver in control!

Both power and torque have been pushed forward and now the Focus benefits from 50hp and 95Nm of additional power output. Something more, mountune’s experienced team has worked hard I order to develop a sophisticated calibration which is not solely restricted to increased performance. Using the same engineering solutions as the M235 Mk8 Fiesta ST kit, the m330 pack incorporates no-lift shift optimization, making smooth and precise lift-less gear changes easily, as well as enhancing the exhaust overrun in order to create an optimum driving experience.

2020 mountune Ford Focus ST

Furthermore, customers will benefit from mTune SMARTflash app, allowing them to install the latest calibration from the comfort of their home. Sweet! It has been exclusively designed in order to make a selection between different calibrations simple and quick, which gives users the freedom to change the vehicle to suit their needs right on the spot!

As it comes to the calibrations themselves, m330 provides users with a range of practical options – alongside with the already mentioned power output increase, the system features this Stock Performance, which returns the vehicle to its standard configuration and Anti-Theft, which fully immobilizes the vehicle.

Additional goodies include:

The complete m330 package includes:
SMARTflash EVI Bluetooth OBD adapter
mTune SMARTflash app, available for both Android and Apple
No-lift shift optimisation and enhanced exhaust overrun
Slippery mode is turned into quiet sport mode
3 useful calibrations: Performance, Stock and Anti-Theft
High-flow panel air filter
mountune badge
mountune zip-up shell case

2020 mountune Ford Focus ST

Source: mountune

March 23, 2020

Eibach competes WRC with the release of 350 HP 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.

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.

Source: Eibach

August 8, 2016

AEB system: is it that popular and important as they want us to see it?

2017 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe New car sales researches revealed what majority of people prefer when it comes to buying a new vehicle. Analyzed by independent researchers, results show that buyers mainly prefer cars with more safety features, but for some reason not everyone is into the Autonomous Emergency Braking. Interesting.

However, good thing is to know that people are heading towards safety, instead of some overall useless hi-tech tweaks, right? However, results show some mixed opinions as it comes to standard safety equipment. Although the first vehicles in the rank have great safety suites, also in the top 3 is the Vauxhall Corsa: a neat vehicle, but with twice as less safety stuff, compared with the leader in the list: the C-Class.

However, one of the most handy and reliable systems, the Autonomous Emergency Braking is available with all of the list with most popular cars. Some brands include it as a part of the standard equipment, others prefer to gear it optionally – with client’s personal preferences.

So, what are people into? Here’s the full list:

Mercedes-Benz C-Class
AEB is named Collision Prevention Assist Plus and is part of the standard equipment.

Volkswagen Golf
The good ol’ Golf lineup incorporates the system to almost all of its models as a part of the standard equipment. Fun thing is that VW does not offer AEB as an extra.

Nissan Qashqai
This one also incorporates the AEB system to almost all vehicles in the lineup, but also offers it as an additional feature.

Ford Focus
Coming by the name of Active City Stop, the system is fitted to surprisingly low number of vehicle models, but the good news is that Ford team offers it as a standalone feature for reasonable pricing.

Vauxhall Astra
The trustworthy Astra also appears to sort of not like the AEB: the vehicles, equipped with this system are as low as 34% of the whole range. Good thing is that AEB is optionally available.

MINI
The system also comes as optional extra and is simply named Driving Assistant.

VW Polo
Named City Emergency Braking, the AEB is available only as a part of the optional “ACC” pack.

Ford Fiesta
The Fiesta also does not incorporate the system as part of the standard pack and offers it as a standalone purchase.

Vauxhall Mokka
Although popular and reliable, the whole lineup does not feature AEB even as a standard feature.

Vauxhall Corsa
Just like the Mokka, Corsa lineup tends to not like the AEB: it is not available even as optional feature.

Source: Thatcham

July 26, 2016

Which are top 6 of Europe’s greatest driving roads? Ford answers in exclusive video series [part one]

Traveling across Europe with a car can be very exciting and a proof for that is the special video series recently released by Ford and BP/Castrol. Dubbed under the name “Europe’s Greatest Driving Roads”, the footages explore six of the most exclusive pathways that could be found on the Old Continent.

How were the routes chosen? With a ranking by the thrill factor they offer, the road surface, the accessibility and hospitality, of course – the scenery, and not forgetting the food and drink after the drive. Those who were lucky to take this task have actually covered nearly 10,000 miles in 12 months to identify the most breath-taking drives! A dream job, isn’t it?

There are five countries featured in the series, namely: Romania, France, Germany, Spain (with two routes) and the United Kingdom. And the performance cars included in the videos are delivered by Ford, including the Mustang GT, Focus RS and Fiesta ST. Behind the wheel is the renowned car journalist Steve Sutcliffe.

Since there are only four videos of the series released so far, we are going to feature the other two in additional articles. Here are the first four featured.

North Yorkshire, Blakey Ridge

httpv://youtu.be/uPIXRv0pgi0

Driving a Ford Focus RS, Sutcliffe follows the route of an old railway line to the now quiet iron ore mines of the moors. The challenging Blakey Ridge is only 15 miles long and it’s not the longest road in the series, but the way “it winds itself across the moors, throwing blind crests and fast but ever tightening corners is completely fascinating”.

ROMANIA, Transfăgărășan Highway

httpv://youtu.be/5mIqlB3QOSk

This one is built by former Romanian dictator and it is actually one of the most famous routs in Europe. It even passes the castle of Dracula, Vlad the Impaler. Here the chosen car is Ford Mustang Fastback 5.0 V8. In it Steve shows that if one is a true driving enthusiast, the Transfăgărășan is genuinely a “bucket list kind of place to visit”.

SPAIN, Catolonia, C462

httpv://youtu.be/stxoXE0-4zQ

Behind the wheel of a Ford Fiesta ST, Sutcliffe drove just over 100 km. The road winds its way north through Catalonia and ending over 100km later at La Seu D’Urgell, just south of Andorra. The very top of the C462 finds itself over 2000m and it is that point where you can stare over some of the most amazing view of the Pyrenees, visible in their entirety.

FRANCE, the Alps, D526 & D926

httpv://youtu.be/_YjIeyK_bSw

This is one of the hardest stages of the Tour de France, and equally challenging in a car, says Sutcliffe who drives the Ford Mustang Convertible 2.3. Although it is one of the most grueling places, the route is also one of the most picturesque ones.

So, if you are going to travel across Europe, then you should also know the best road opportunities that some countries can offers. These roads are for people who love cars and love driving, but also want to make an amazing road trip. The next two videos will include routes in Germany and Mallorca. Stay tuned!

Videos Source: YouTube

Source: Ford

June 13, 2016

JMS Releases Styling Package for Ford Focus ST

JMS Ford Focus ST3 Front and Side View JMS is a tuning company which offers wide variety of modification options for almost any model. However, under the attention of the specialists fell the 2016 Ford Focus ST, with its classy styling, small proportions and sports performance character. So if you are looking to boost the qualities (external and in terms of power) of your Focus, maybe JMS is a good option. Let’s see at first what they have done with the Focus ST depicted in the gallery below.

We should also mention that the brand new JMS body kit for the Ford Focus ST3 was developed in cooperation with Stoffler. There are a lot of elements in the new styling kit, but the most important are these: the new front spoiler and the side skirts for the original ST sills that give the Focus more aggressive appearance; then come the rear apron for Turnier & Hatchback versions, with central exhaust outlets as well as the discreet roof spoiler. The latter also serves in terms of reducing the lift.

JMS Ford Focus ST3 Rear View

Next, the added Stoffler exhaust system, which features 120 x 80 mm central tailpipes, serves in terms of power enhancement as well as to produce a throaty soundtrack. In order to fill out the wheelarches, JMS has added Barracuda Shoxx Racing alloys, measuring 19-inch and coupled with 235/35R19 tyres.

At last, to strengthen the aggressive on road and sporty character of the car, the tuners added KW coil-over suspension, which lowers its ride height by 50 mm at the front and 40 mm at the rear. Other cools stuff that were featured in this project, but sadly weren’t detailed are the engine upgrades, high performance exhaust systems, sport suspension, suspension strut braces, wheel spacers, velour floor mats, wind blockers, stainless steel bumper protection bars, and the alarm system.

Source: JMS Fahrzeugteile

March 18, 2016

Classic Recreations Expand the EcoBoost Engine Lineup

Classic Recreations, the only authorized builder of Shelby Mustang proudly announces the addition of the EcoBoost engine lineup to the 1966 GT350CR and 1967 GT500CR Shelby Mustangs. These powertrains represent Ford’s incredible leap forward in terms of power, performance and efficiency.

The one of the engines, the 3.5-liter turbocharged V6 EcoBoost unit offers a total of 365hp (268kW) and 420 lb-ft. of torque. Thanks to its high pressure direct fuel injection, variable cam timing and dual water cooled Honeywell/Garrett GT15 turbochargers this sweetie makes a difference. And in addition it comes with all-aluminum construction and numerous more lightweight components that make it almost like a dream come true to Ford fans out there.

The other power unit comes with 300hp (220kW) via its 2.0-liter capacity and four cylinders. It is one of the most popular EcoBoost mdoels and it is a best-seller with Ford Focus ST in China. This sweetie is fine-tuned and ECU-tweaked and also offers 360 lb-ft of torque, thanks to the Ti-VCT twin independent variable camshaft iming and a Borg-Warner turbocharger. And let’s not forget that it is extremely light and offers incredible response and flexibility.

Both units will be available with automatic and manual gearbox systems and furthermore the Coyote and Windsor models will also be available. How cool is that?

Source: Ford

December 28, 2015

Ford Unveils Special Editions for The Upcoming 2016 Season

Ford’s well-known small car range will enter the 2016 season with numerous additions: gadgets, colors and tweaks. For example, Ford Fiesta and B-MAX will join Ka with Black, White and other options via the Color Edition lineup that will further boost the personalization options. So, let’s check out what is going on here.

Fiesta Zetec Black and Fiesta White Editions

2016 Ford Fiesta Zetec Black Edition

The latest Fiesta editions come with Frozen White and Panther Black exterior finish with contrasting roofs and wing mirrors. In fact, these are limited edition vehicles and also offer 15-inch black painted alloys with black inserts, accompanied by rear privacy glass and power-folding door mirrors with puddle lights.

In terms of performance, the limited editions will impress even the most skeptical minds: the vehicles will be geared with either the 1.0-liter EcoBoost unit with 100hp (73kW) or the 1.25-liter Duratec with 82hp (60kW) of total output for both three- and five-door variants.

The cabin has also undergone some minor changes and improvements. It comes with special black-colored gear knob with contrasting white stitching, leather-covered steering wheel also with white stitching and white inserts.

B-MAX Zetec Color Edition

2016 Ford B-MAX Zetec Color Edition

From next year the B-MAX lineup will include fresh members with the introduction of the Zetec-based Color Editions that feature black painted contrast roof and door mirrors, sporty styling details and of course, the exclusive and special 1.0-liter EcoBoost power unit that provides a total of 140hp (102kW). In fact, this unit is for the first time available beyond Fiesta Zetec S model.

As we talk about engines, we should also mention that there is a choice of three powertrains for this model lineup: the 1.0-liter Ecoboost with 140hp (102kW), the 1.4-liter 90hp (66kW) and the special 1.6-liter 105hp (77kW) PowerShift unit.

Additional goodies include black-painted front grille and body color rear spoiler, exclusive 16-inch black alloys, rear privacy glass and black aerofoil and rear diffuser.

Focus Zetec S Red and Black Editions

2016 Ford Focus Zetec S Black Edition

The latest Focus Zetec S Red Edition comes with Race Red exterior and special contrasting Panther Black roof, black mirror caps and black grille surround. On the other hand, the S Black Edition comes with just the opposite combination of color scheme with Panther Black exterior, Race Red roof, red mirror caps and red grille surround. Sweet, right?

This color scheme is carried throughout the interior: it offers black painted centre console, black leather sports steering wheel and gear lever gaiter with red stitching, black leather handbrake lever and gaiter with red stitching.

2016 Ford Focus Zetec S Black Edition

Both sweeties proudly demonstrate exclusive Panther Black 18-inch alloy wheels, black grille and Race Red diffuser components. But as we all know, the sporty spirit is not only held within the looks and style of the models. The beauties also offer impressive drivetrain system.

Both models include special sporty suspension with fine-tuned front and rear springs, tuned shock absorbers and front anti-roll bar for front-end grip and turn-in flexibility.

These are five-door only models that benefit from either the 1.5-liter EcoBoost 182hp (133kW) petrol unit or a 2.0-liter Duratorq TDCi 150hp (110kW) diesel unit. Both drivetrain units come with a six-speed manual gearbox.

Source: Ford

December 22, 2015

You Can Now Order Ford Focus Red and Black Editions

Ford Focus Black Edition Side View Ford Focus Sport Red and Black Editions were introduced in the beginning of this month. Just in time for Christmas, Ford has announced that Ford Focus Red and Black Editions that slightly differ from the Focus Sport variant can be now ordered as well. Their pricing will vary depending on the market they are being sold.

In addition, it was also revealed that the cars will be available in a hatchback and a five-door wagon variant. Making a strong contrast to other cars on the road, the duo is popular with sports enhancements like the 18-inch alloys, the additional diffuser and optimized suspension as well as the new rear bumper.

What is more, stepping inside those cars will give you the opportunity of experiencing high-quality of sports seats contrasted by red stitching. The Force inside the car awakens when one sits behind the leather steering wheel and puts their feet on the pedal steel pads.

Ford Focus Red and Black Editions Interior

Ford Focus Red Edition and Focus Black Edition will be available in several engine versions. Here are included the 1.0 liter EcoBoost with 125 horsepower (92 kW), the 1.5 liter EcoBoost with 150 hp (110 kW) and the 182 hp (134 kW), the 1.5-liter TDCi with 120 hp (88 kW) and the two-liter TDCi with 150 horsepower (110 kW). Each engine will be offered as a standard with a six-speed manual gearbox.

The Black Edition is distinguished by an exterior paint scheme in Panther Black, enhanced with Race Red accents on the roof, mirrors, and the grille. On the other hand the Red Edition has the opposite combination: a Race Red exterior paint finish with Panther Black accents.

Source: Ford

December 18, 2015

Ford Reveals Details for its Furure Plans

2016 Ford Focus Electric Fast Charge Program Ford decided to invest additional $4.5 billion in electric vehicles and the big plan is by 2020 there should be plenty of electric cars and numerous “green” changes that will make people’s lives better and cleaner.

The brand will add 13 new electric vehicles to its portfolio by 2020. This is also the year that will also mark Ford’s 40% domination over the electric car market. And finally, this investment is brand’s largest-ever electric vehicle investment in a five-year period.

And now, one of the most anticipated Ford vehicles is on its way to us: Focus Electric. The vehicle will be available for purchase next year and features a special DC fast-charge battery that can deliver almost 80 per cent charge for only 30 minutes and projects 180 km (100 miles) range.

The new Focus Electric will also feature SmartGauge with EcoGuide LCD Instrument Cluster for customizable display for delivering real-time information about vehicle’s condition, Brake Coach for training the driver on how to use smooth braking in order to maximize the energy captured through the Regenerative Braking System. Also, Focus Electric will provide agile steering and handling.

Also interesting fact is that Ford team will focus also on the customer experience and not only the vehicle itself. This new approach is expected to bring even better research results and eventually even better vehicles.

But at the end, we will see for ourselves how good did Ford managed to deal with the task. So, what are your expectations for the new Focus Electric?

Source: Ford

December 12, 2015

2016 Ford Focus Sport And the Fairytale Of Red and Black

2016 Ford Focus Sport Ford unveiled the latest Ford Focus Sport at the 2015 Essen Motor Show in Germany. The vehicle still brings these well-known aggressive, yet beautiful lines, badass-looking front and a massive rear stance. On the other hand, there are some noticeable differences.

First of all, the vehicle comes with two exclusive exterior color schemes. The first one is Race Red that demonstrates a dominant red color with black accents and black roof, while the Panther Black offers just the opposite: a black-dominated exterior scheme with red accents and black 18-inch alloy wheels. Both color options enhance the visual impact of the vehicle and really fit to that sporty spirit it brings.

2016 Ford Focus Sport

This affair is further continued and within the interior. The cabin is covered with black-red color mix, with mainly black components and contrasting red stitching. For example, the handbrake, steering wheel and the sporty seats look badass and contemporary, thanks to that precise black and red blend.

And now the interesting part. Under the hood there is a 1.5-liter EcoBoost turboharged petrol unit, available in two power schemes: either a 150hp (110kW) or the 182hp (134kW) version will be geared in the sporty Focus model. But there is also surprise for the diesel lovers out there. They all can order the latest sporty Focus with a special 2.0-diesel unit that provides a total of 150hp (11kW) of power output.

The vehicle can also be geared with the optional S-MAX sport pack that brings an exclusive roof spoilers and 19-inch alloy wheels. How cool is this?

2016 Ford Focus Sport

Source: Ford

December 2, 2015

It Appears As Ford is This Year’s Star at SEMA 2015

Ford Mustang Good news for all Ford lovers out there! Mustang, Focus and F-Series are now officially Hottest Car, Hottest Sport-Compact and Hottest Truck of this year’s Specialty Equipment Market Association Show (SEMA). This year’s event recognizes the most popular and most appealing vehicles appearing at the show. And 2015 marks the first time any OEM has won three prizes. So, let’s check out what is going on here.

This year’s show officials walked the notorious floor of the gigantic aftermarket expo and chose the vehicles that were worthy for the prizes. And this year’s audience witnessed that these are indeed Ford Mustang, Ford Focus and Ford F-Series.

Also, this year’s edition witnessed Ford Focus winning the Hottest Sport-Compact segment, while Mustang and F-Series achieved victory in not just one field: both models appeared to be a sort of testament to the popularity and appeal of the whole Ford brand.

Ford Focus

But this is not the only time Ford has taken the central stage of the SEMA event. The largest OEM presence took part at the show with 28 incredible vehicles that include Ford as a stand alone and nearly 50 more automobiles on display between the stand and the well-known Ford Out Front demo track. There were also custom builds that included six Ford Focus and Fiesta ST vehicles, seven Ford SUV models, ranging from Edge Sport to Explorer Sport, a total of eight Mustang beasts and seven of the well-known F-150 concept vehicles.

Ford F-150

Source: Ford

November 3, 2015

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

2016 Ford Focus RS Side View 2016 Ford Focus RS has one of the most wanted engines in the entire Ford range: this of the Mustang, called 2.3-liter EcoBoost. The unit was added to the range in February with an announcement that it will produce 320 PS (235 kW). However, things change into better direction and the motor company has announced that this number will be improved. That’s pretty exciting, isn’t it?

EcoBoost

The grand news is that the EcoBoost in the 2016 Focus RS will produce 350 horsepower (257 kW), which is an addition of 30 hp. The torque is rated at 474 Nm (350 lb-ft). 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.

And if you wonder why this output is achievable, it is due to its all-new low-inertia twin-scroll turbocharger with a larger compressor wheel. It offers more airflow and power throughout the rev range. Precisely, the peak turbocharger boost is 23.2 psi.

2016 Ford Focus RS Front View

In addition, the engineers ensured that there is more space up front. This allowed them to deploy a larger radiator than the usually used in the Focus, thus enhancing the cooling of the car. Furthermore, RS engineers also tuned the engine to deliver its horsepower up to a free-spinning 6,800 rpm. And this is probably one of the biggest surprises about this car.

New Golden Age for Ford Performance

2016 Ford Focus RS is one of the cars that are featured in the new golden age of Ford Performance. There are plans for more than 12 high-performance that are going to be introduced in the next 5 years. Another interesting fact is that the Focus RS is the 30th car to wear the praised RS badge. We are expecting the production of the 2016 Focus RS with 2.3-liter EcoBoost to begin later this year.

Source: Ford

October 12, 2015

Tag: Ford Focus

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

So, what are people into? Here’s the full list:

North Yorkshire, Blakey Ridge

ROMANIA, Transfăgărășan Highway

SPAIN, Catolonia, C462

FRANCE, the Alps, D526 & D926

Fiesta Zetec Black and Fiesta White Editions

B-MAX Zetec Color Edition

Focus Zetec S Red and Black Editions

EcoBoost

New Golden Age for Ford Performance