Showing posts with label Ford. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Ford. Show all posts

Thursday, May 10, 2012

Ford B-Max Hologram Competition

Ford recently introduced the model B-Max. This is a new small MPV with a distinctive design. You might be thinking, why it is distinctive than its competitors? It has a rear hinged sliding doors. These doors may look a bit different, but definitely makes it easier to getting inside and outside. I found it very practical, not my style for ideal for families!

In order to celebrate the introduction of B-Max, Ford started a competition on internet. First you need to click to this address (http://www.peerindex.com/vip/bmax/), log in with either Facebook and Twitter account and fill the form than, you will have opportunity to win a B-Max hologram model. If you wonder how it looks, just check the video below.

Ford B-Max: http://www.ford.co.uk/Cars/B-MAX













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Saturday, April 28, 2012

Ford Mustang by Roush Performance (2013)


CAR GARAGE | Ford Mustang by Roush Performance (2013) | With power numbers like these, the 2013 Roush Performance Stage 3 marks's highest horsepower street legal Mustang to date. Force feeding water to the 5.0L engine is Roush's R2300 supercharger's  featuring Eaton TVS (Twin vortices Series) Patented technology. The Stage 3 Mustang is the pinnacle of the Roush "Stage" Mustangs. It is the perfect infusion of styling, handling and power. Roush powertrain engineers calibrated the new Stage 3 to the perfect combination of power, drivability and durability.


The Stage 2 and Stage 3 packages Provide greatly improved handling over stock Mustangs, allowing our cars to pull over 1g of lateral acceleration on the skid pad. Part of this handling package is the 18-inch by 10-inch cast aluminum, five-spoke, chrome Roush wheels - wrapped in the Roush / Cooper (co-developed) RS3 ultra-high performance tire.


Dubbed the "R6", the new aero package-body incorporates a remodeled upper Roush grille, lower high-flow grille, aero-corner pockets fascia with driving lamps and front chin splitter. It also includes a new Roush hood scoop, rocker panels and rear fascia side splitters, a three-piece rear deck lid spoiler, new rear aero-Roush Valance featuring race-inspired diffusers, and is finished off with newly designed, integrated dual-chambered, chrome exhaust tips."The 2013 Roush Stage 3 Mustang is by far one of the best performing Mustangs to come out of our shop" states Gary Jurick, General Manager for Roush Performance.


Inside the Stage 3 you get a custom gauge cluster, Roush embroidered floor mats, center console a Roush Stage 3 buttons and a dash Medallion. All Stage Roush Mustangs receive badging throughout and a serialized engine bay plaque. To further customize your Mustang Roush Stage there are Several exterior, interior and chassis options available Including rear quarter window louvers and the all new Stage 3 Interior Package consisting of Stage 3 embroidered leather seating with suede inserts, suede door panels and a suede shift boot all with highlight stitching. Some chassis options include three 20-inch wheels choices, four different brake packages, laser cut Roush hood struts and Roush engine red or black coil covers.

Friday, April 27, 2012

Ford Fusion NASCAR Sprint Cup (2013)


CAR GARAGE | Ford Fusion NASCAR Sprint Cup (2013) | Featuring a completely redesigned sleek silhouette and fresh new face, the 2013 Fusion Sprint Cup car was designed to be the face of a new era of stock car racing. The 2013 Ford Fusion NASCAR Sprint Cup car, unveiled as part of the Charlotte Motor Speedway Media Tour, was worked on by Ford designers in an effort to bring brand identity back to the sport. The result is undeniable with the 2013 Sprint Cup car mirroring the recently unveiled 2013 Ford Fusion production car. "We wanted Fusion to be the car That helped return 'stock car' to NASCAR." Stated Jamie Allison, director, Ford Racing.


This marks the third time Ford launched production simultaneously and NASCAR versions of a new model. Ford Design Center staff, led by Garen Nicoghosian, and Ford aerodynamics Bernie Marcus, spent the past year doing the early design development, freeing up the Ford race teams to concentrate on weekly NASCAR competition. "This is a seminal moment in the sport where we had a chance to get it right once again and the make sure the race cars are race versions of street cars.


The 2013 Fusion is a stunning car and the 2013 NASCAR Fusion is even more stunning and I can not wait to see it perform on the track and connect with race fans." Ford designers, led by Nicoghosian, addressed three issues play to mirror the 2013 Sprint Cup Fusion Fusion to the 2013 production found on showroom floors.

Ford Mustang Shelby 1000 (2012)


CAR GARAGE | Ford Mustang Shelby 1000 (2012) | Carroll Shelby and his team created the Shelby 1000 by starting with a 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 and kicking its handling, horsepower and braking performance to the edge. The 1000 Shelby will be Offered in both a street and a 1000 Shelby S / C "off-road" track version. The street legal, gas pump version dyno's out at approximately 950 HP, while the track-oriented S / C edition is rated at over 1.100 HP.


"Carroll Shelby is a visionary who has pushed the boundaries of performance of his entire life," said John Luft, president of Shelby American. We will have that very car, Cobra # 1 (CSX2000) along with Shelby 1000 Shelby on display in our booth in New York American. "


To build the car That envisioned Carroll Shelby, Shelby American takes Ford's 5.4 liter V8 down to the block to add new rods, crank and pistons. A completed 1000 Shelby is expected to be approximately $ 200,000.

Ford Mustang GT Convertible (2013)


CAR GARAGE | Ford Mustang GT Convertible (2013) | The new Mustang wheel offers a revamped lineup, ranging from the standard 17-inch wheels all the way up to 19-inch wheels optional on the Performance Package. With updated designs, the wheels also offer new finishes and touches for a more powerful appearance. We are delivering aspects a more emotional design and distinctive presence That Celebrates the total performance of the Mustang," said Darrell Behmer, Mustang chief designer. Also new for Mustang design are standard high-intensity discharge (HID) headlamps. Signature lighting plays into the technology upgrades for 2013 as well, with two individual light-emitting diode (LED) bars accentuating the front LED headlamps and three ropes forming the iconic three-bar rear lights.


The standard 18-inch painted aluminum wheels on both the GT and GT Premium is an evolution of the five-spoke design. The 2013 Mustang with 5.0-liter engine will now deliver 420 horsepower. The new Mustang can be specified with a six-speed Select Shift Automatic transmission. This advanced control strategy offers the driver a choice Between fully automatic operation and manual control. This capability makes the Mustang sporty yet smooth experience. With Select Shift, manual control is truly manually controlled.


A new option, the GT Track Package, debuts for 2013 for customers who want to push even further Their Mustang at the track. Available only on manual GT Mustangs with a 3.73 axle, the track enthusiasts Package Gives an engine cooler, upgraded radiator, performance friction brake pads and the same Torsen differential that's on Mustang Boss 302. The package includes everything in the current Brembo  Brake Package, with 14-inch vented front discs, unique 19-inch alloy wheels and summer performance tires.


Other optional package offering updates for 2013 include the Brembo Brake Package on both manual and automatic transmissions on the Mustang GT. The Performance Package is now available on automatic Mustangs for the first time. Hill start assist makes its debut on manually equipped Mustangs. With the brake pedal pressed, if sensors detect the car is on a slope, the system is automatically activated. Brake pressure is held in the braking system and the car stationary on the slope Remains for up to two seconds after the driver releases the brake pedal. The 2013 Mustang also offers customers two new audio systems for even better sound quality for incredible clarity and crispness. The upgraded Shaker Pro offers nine speakers and delivers 550 watts of power.

Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Super Snake 50th Anniversary Edition (2012)


CAR GARAGE | Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Super Snake 50th Anniversary Edition (2012) | The Shelby American name is synonymous worldwide with high performance. "Few thought That Shelby American would make it in the car business for 50 years," said Carroll Shelby. Our golden anniversary is a remarkable milestone worthy of this limited edition line of Shelby vehicles," said John Luft, president of Shelby American. " Only 50 white and 50 black 50th Anniversary Edition cars are available; each will Boast gold stripes to signify the golden anniversary.


In Addition, each comes with Shelby Commemorative 50th anniversary banging, custom interiors, special wheels, 6 piston front brakes, car cover and a unique VIN number That will be Entered into the official registry.  Based on the Ford Shelby GT500, the car is enhanced at the Shelby American facility with more powerful brakes, better handling and updated styling cues to match the higher horsepower motor.


The 50 white and 50 black anniversary edition cars will carry gold stripes, a first and a one-year only option for the Shelby. The anniversary package begins at $ 59.995, not including the base car. "From the 800 horsepower Super Snake Shelby GT350 to the agile and nimble GTS, each 50th anniversary Shelby is built to run," noted Luft.

Thursday, April 26, 2012

Ford Mustang GT Custom SPX/Galpin Widebody (2012)


CAR GARAGE | Ford Mustang GT Custom SPX/Galpin Widebody (2012) | SPX has a history of supporting St. Jude with the help of Barrett-Jackson. As Chris Kearney, Chairman, President and CEO of SPX shares, "St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is an excellent organization That does amazing work. SPX commissioned this "one-of-a-kind" Ford Mustang created in collaboration with Ford Racing and the amazing craftsmen at Galpin Auto Sports the which was auctioned off at Barrett-Jackson's 2012 Scottsdale auction with all proceeds donated to St.. Jude Children's Research Hospital.


Jude Children's Research Hospital treats children with cancer and other diseases Catastrophic childhood.  The 1969 Ford Mustang BOSS 429 inspired this year's effort," notes Dave Kowalski, Vice President of SPX. "It seems a both 5.0 Mustang Magazine and Rides Magazine agree SPX Achieved Their goals as each magazine featured the SPX / St. Jude Mustang on Their covers. Galpin widened the Mustang body nine inches, using all hand-rolled metal fabrication.


Wild wood brakes and rotors were installed for braking. Sun-pro, a product of SPX, Provided gauges. The exterior is painted in a unique red PPG, Reminiscent of the 60's candy apple red paint jobs. Performance lowering spring, Bassani exhaust, spoiler pedestal BOSS Laguna Seca, and the 1969 BOSS 429 hood scoop round out this highly customized muscle car.

Tuesday, April 24, 2012

New Ford Tourneo and Transit

Ford revealed the new Tourneo and Transit during the CV Show 2012 in Birmingham. Unfortunately, I could not make it to press conference but here are some photos and also there was a Ford Ranger with 3.2-lt diesel engine!