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Jensen is Back with fresh GT Model

Have you ever heard about Jensen cars? Well, if you have then you are fan of old automobiles. It is almost 13 years in which this name haven’t been circulating in the automotive news, and this simply means that it is time for it to appear again. The big news here is that the brand is being born again thanks to the introduction of a Jensen GT car. This vehicle will mark the next chapter of company’s history because it is now possible for anyone to purchase the officially sanctioned model.

The company is also planning to embark on other projects in the future. Precisely, there is envisioned an Interceptor 2 car that must launch next year and will be built with the help of a famous carmaker. It is strictly kept in secret though.

The car will make a bridge between the last Jensen model – 1976 Interceptor, and the aforementioned future model. Of course, to show its heritage, the GT car will include all of the classic design cues that were typical for generation one Interceptor, but will also benefit from contemporary design and many technology features.

Furthermore, the Jensen GT will also be the first legitimate new car to proudly carry the Jensen badge in the more than 13 years. The 2001 saw the demise of the S-V8 model that was a convertible. The car was powered by a Mustang based 4·6-litre engine producing 325 hp (239 kW). A coupe version was in the plans of the car maker, but because of its troubles the car never saw production.

Having this data in mind we have this question: are we to expect a Ford Mustang sourced engine again and will it be with bigger output than this?

Source: Jensen Group

February 25, 2015

Ford Interceptor Sedan powered by a 3.7 Ti-VCT

Ford Interceptor Sedan is based on Taurus model, but comes with a mighty 3.7 liter twin-independent variable camshaft timing (Ti-VCT). This engine offers increased power and fuel efficiency as well as good weight distribution.

The engine delivers 305HP (227 kW) and 378Nm (279 lb-ft) of torque. The fuel consumption is 18 mpg in the city, 25 mpg on the highway and 21 mpg in the combined cycle.

Both Ford Police Interceptors, sedan and utility vehicle, recently earned top safety ratings in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s New Car Assessment Program testing, which combines vehicle performance in frontal and side-impact crash tests and resistance to rollover.

Both sedan and utility Police Interceptors recently earned top safety ratings in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s New Car Assessment Program testing, which combines vehicle performance in frontal and side-impact crash tests and resistance to rollover.

The Police Interceptor second row also has been optimized to address police-specific needs. The vinyl seats are specially sculpted and set back to improve second-row space and maximize legroom. The back door hinges are modified to open up another 10 degrees versus traditional rear doors.

The Ford Police Interceptor also is equipped with a column shift specifically designed so the console area is free for the ever-increasing amounts of aftermarket police equipment necessary for officers to do their jobs.

Source: Ford

September 14, 2012

Ford Mad Max Interceptor

Ford Australia has developed two Mad Max Interceptor Concepts. The project is finished with the co-operation of Top Gear Australia, who will feature the two vehicles in the April issue of the magazine.

Ford Australia’s Melbourne-based Asia, Pacific and Australia Design Director, Chris Svensson, jumped at the chance to design a new Interceptor and has since thrown the full weight of Ford Australia’s Research Centre behind the project, with stunning results.

“Our entire team was very excited to be involved in this after-hours project and they approached it with a great deal of enthusiasm – even those that were too young to remember the first Mad Max movie,” commented Ford Australia’s Melbourne-based Asia, Pacific and Australia Design Director, Chris Svensson.

“We had a special screening of the original movie so they could understand it.”, he added.

Ford Mad Max Interceptor will include upgraded weaponry including a new taser to zap cars or bikers who get in the way of the car. The original movie had a Ford XB coupe-based Interceptor from 1970s.

Another good news is planning a fourth series called Mad Max 4: Fury Road.

Ford Mad Max Interceptor