This Ford RS began in the 1960’s in Germany and it had success across Europe. It is stylish, yet a cheap and well performance car contributing in every day needs. It has the combination and parts from the 1970 Le Mans Green and also the Escort RS1600.

This car can accelerate from 0-100kmh (0-62mph) in under six seconds. It has upgraded its model with 336mm ventilated front discs and also to the rear 300mm discs.

RS had a reputation in their car’s performance and its car’s heritage in the World-Wide Rally Championship and has also established its reputation for the driving dynamics in their cars. This new car will not disappoint the customers with its genuine build and style.

At the Geneva Motor Show, Ford thought that it’s the time to refresh its Focus and they restyled the Coupe-Cabriolet. This model is destined for the European market and there is no mention about the U.S. For the Focus CC you can choose between three engines: 1.6-liter Duratec petrol with 100 HP, 2.0-liter Duratec HE with 145 HP and 2.0-liter Duratorq TDCi which produces 136 HP. Follow the press release after the jump and you might wanna check out the gallery below.

Gallery: Ford Focus CC

PRESS RELEASE

NEW COUPÉ-CABRIOLET TO COMPLETE THE NEW FORD FOCUS FAMILY
• Restyled Focus Coupé-Cabriolet debuts at the 2008 Geneva Motor Show
• New Focus front end with ‘kinetic design’ styling
• Enhanced interior with high quality materials and new instruments
• Best in class Coupé-Cabriolet luggage compartment volume with roof up and down
• Coupé-Cabriolet completes the line-up of new Focus bodystyles, comprising 3-door, 4-door, and 5-door Sedans as well as Wagon
• Ultra-stiff body to support driving dynamics and steering precision

The new four-seater Ford Focus Coupé-Cabriolet has its public debut at the 2008 Geneva Motor Show. The new model joins the three-door, four-door, five-door, wagon and sporty ST models, extending the comprehensive new Focus range and offering the greatest variety of bodystyles for a single vehicle line within the Ford of Europe portfolio. As a final addition to the exciting and fully comprehensive Focus range, the all-new Ford Focus RS high performance model will be launched in 2009.

The newly designed Focus Coupé-Cabriolet with its retractable hardtop will once again be manufactured at the Bairo plant of Pininfarina, Ford’s partner in designing, engineering and building the Focus Coupé-Cabriolet. This stylish vehicle is a true four-seater that combines a high emotional appeal with “must have” means for everyday use: With the roof closed, new Focus Coupé-Cabriolet offers a best-in-class luggage capacity of 534 litres. Even with the retractable hardtop stowed in the boot, the new Ford provides a voluminous 248 litres of luggage space under the folded roof.

“As with the generic new Ford Focus, with the Focus Coupé-Cabriolet we also felt the importance of aligning this charismatic vehicle with our ‘kinetic design’ language as soon as possible,” said Stephen Odell, Vice President Marketing, Sales and Service at Ford of Europe.

‘Kinetic Design’ Styling
“The new Ford Focus Coupé-Cabriolet is a special blend: We felt that the new very ‘kinetic’ front end design will perfectly complement the timelessly-elegant, Italian flavoured profile and rear end design. The result is a perfect mix of latest level Focus dynamics and the special Coupé-Cabriolet design execution that we had already developed jointly with Pininfarina,” said Chris Bird, Design Director at Ford of Europe.

The entire front end design of the new Ford Focus was fully adopted for the
Coupé-Cabriolet: The new three-dimensional bonnet design flows harmoniously into the iconic dual-trapezoidal-grille design, with both the upper and lower grille being equipped with a classy chrome surrounding. The front bumper, lights and front fender designs clearly reflect the latest dynamic Focus styling, but are also tailored to perfectly fit the elegant side view of the Coupé-Cabriolet.

The interior styling of the new Focus Coupé-Cabriolet also received a fresh approach with bold design statements, high quality finishes and hard-wearing materials all completed with a high level of craftsmanship. Most prominent for the driver is a new instrument cluster of a ‘binocular’ style with instruments illuminated in red.

As with the new Focus, the Coupé-Cabriolet also benefits from the flow through centre stack to the standard ‘premium’ centre console with an increased stowage volume of approximately 4 litres and a sliding armrest with a travel of 80 mm, both contributing to increased comfort and convenience.

New Technology
A number of new standard driver assistance features have been introduced on all new Focus models with further technology options, and will also be introduced to the Coupé-Cabriolet.

These features include:
• Available ‘Ford Power’ button for keyless start, plus keyless entry system
• Standard emergency hazard warning light activation system (Info: except Finland and Sweden)
• New optional Tyre Deflation Detection System (DDS)
• New audio connectivity module for external devices and new levels of Bluetooth® and USB connectivity, voice control and navigation systems
• New navigation systems include an affordable navigation option with ‘SD’ card slot as well as a DVD based system with 7″ colour touchscreen
• Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB) tuner on Sony radio system available
Powertrains and Series
A fine range of Duratec petrol and Duratorq diesel engines was chosen for the Focus Coupé-Cabriolet: While the 1.6-litre 100 PS/74 kW Duratec petrol is the entry level into the Focus ‘wind-in-the-hair’ experience, the well acclaimed 2.0-litre 145 PS/107 kW Duratec HE engine is available with a choice of a sporty 5-speed manual transmission or the very comfortable FN automatic transmission for relaxed cruising joy.

The 2.0-litre Duratorq TDCi engine has 136 PS (100 kW) and a maximum torque of 320 Nm. To make driving with the 2.0-litre Duratorq TDCi engine even more refined and comfortable, specific improvements have been made to its Sound quality and vibration behaviour. This engine – along with all other Ford Focus petrol and diesel engines – benefits from a new insulated, weight reduced cowl panel, for optimum acoustics and a new carpet with a modified heavy duty coating for further sound deadening.
In terms of the series availability, the new Focus Coupé-Cabriolet is once again available with a well equipped entry ‘Trend’ specification, which can also be ordered in conjunction with a special ‘Sport’ pack, covering a sport suspension and specially designed 17-inch alloy wheels. Black tinted headlamp housings on the exterior emphasise the sporty appearance of this series.

The top-of-the-range ‘Titanium’ series also features exterior details like specially designed 17-inch alloys and the black headlamp housings, but also classy interior items like the standard partial leather seats. As an option, full leather seats in three different designs are available.

High Safety Standards
A very stiff bodyshell construction and a precise suspension and steering tuning are the active and solid base for the new Focus Coupé-Cabriolet’s safety package. As a part of Ford PrecisionDrive, it helps drivers to intuitively rely on their Ford car in any driving situation. In addition to this very convincing package, ESP has now been introduced to be standard in all European major markets, and complements the very capable four-disc braking system with EBA.

The passive safety also starts with an ultra stiff bodyshell and a rigid passenger safety cell. Without a regular sedan roof structure however, front crash load paths for the Focus Coupé-Cabriolet had to be redistributed behind the A-pillars into the door structure.

As a result, these load paths were significantly reinforced by using high strength HSS 2 steel and increasing the rocker height by 35mm. The load path through the door structure can carry loads up to seven tons – comparable with the cumulated load capability of a Focus four-door at the roof and door structures.
In addition to standard front and side airbags, Ford’s new Rollover Protection Device (RPD) system plays a vital role in increasing Focus Coupé-Cabriolet’s passive safety performance. RPD is designed to help protect passengers in the unlikely event that the vehicle rolls over. Electronic sensors and a gyroscope are at the heart of the system, and can detect an impending rollover. When this happens, two ultra-strong safety roll bars “fire” into position within a tenth of a second. Combined with the reinforced A-pillars and the highly rigid front window frame, RPD is a reassuring device that provides valuable extra protection for occupants.

Well, it seems like Ford is very determined to “monopolise” all car classes and they plan to do it at the Geneva Motor Show. After the Fiesta Concept and the 2009 Mondeo, they announced the Kuga Concept, the first CUV destined for European Market.

The Kuga has a platform similar with the ones of the C-Max and Euro-Focus; the engine is a 2.0-liter Duratorq TDCi common rail diesel which produces 136 HP and 236 lb-ft of torque. The standard version offers to its buyers ABS, Anti Rollover Mitigation, Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and ESP.

As we told, the Kuga CUV Concept will be present at Geneva, but until then you can check the gallery below and be sure that we will give more pics in a few days from the auto show.

After the official announcement of Fiesta, Ford will unveil a special new diesel engine at the forthcoming Geneva Motor Show. The 2.2-liter four-cylinder engine will be fitted onto the 2009 Mondeo, S-Max and Galaxy-van – the powertrain will produce 175 HP and 295 lb-ft of torque. Ford also prepared a new package called Galaxy Titanium for Mondeo and S-Max which includes features like 17-inch five-spoke wheels and a sport suspension among others.

Check out the gallery below and follow the press release after the jump:

PRESS RELEASE

FORD EXTENDS LARGE CAR RANGE WITH NEW HIGH PERFORMANCE DIESEL ENGINE AND ADDED SERIES

* Powerful new 175 PS 2.2-litre Duratorq TDCi performance diesel engine for Ford Mondeo, Ford S-MAX and Ford Galaxy
* Expressive new Titanium S series extends Mondeo and S-MAX customer choice
* New ‘techno’ style Galaxy Titanium model complements the classic Ghia series at the top of the range

Ford Mondeo, S-MAX and Galaxy customers now have even greater powertrain and series choices with the launch of a new high performance 2.2-litre diesel engine and sporty new versions of the popular ‘Titanium’ series.

Developed for performance, the new 2.2-litre Duratorq TDCi is the largest displacement and most powerful diesel engine available in Ford of Europe’s passenger cars. It gives a sustained 400 Nm of torque at 1,750rpm and 420 Nm of transient overboost provides the necessary power for brisk and confident overtaking manoeuvres. Maximum power of 175 PS is delivered at just 3,500rpm.

The engine has been developed and engineered by Ford and PSA Peugeot Citroën as part of the longstanding co-operation on diesel engines between the two companies. In its first applications with Ford, the engine has been specifically calibrated to provide performance, quietness and smoothness of operation in the company’s large and luxury models – new Mondeo, Galaxy, and S-MAX.

“Exceptional quality and reliability are an accepted fact when it comes to our powertrains and this new engine is no exception,” explained Nick FitzGerald, Chief Programme Engineer, Large and Luxury Products, Ford of Europe. “The power and torque available is equivalent to a much larger gasoline engine, but in diesel form gives improved like-for-like fuel economy.”

New Unique Features

Delivering 400 Nm of peak torque – with a transient overboost of 420 Nm – the engine boasts two new features that are unique to this engine in the Ford line-up: A third-generation common rail and the turbo system with specifically-calibrated pedal mapping.

Third-generation common rail

This high-tech engine features Bosch piezoelectric injectors with seven-hole nozzles which use multiple injection capability and up to 1,800 bar of injection pressure.

Like other diesel engines in the Mondeo, S-MAX and Galaxy ranges, the diesel injection combustion process of the 2.2-litre provides five injections per combustion stroke. The time lapses between each injection are controlled electronically depending on the rpm and engine load, engine temperature and air intake temperature.

This combustion process enhances the premium feel of the vehicle, as it makes the engine very refined by reducing noise and vibration.

Turbo system and pedal mapping

A variable-geometry turbo ensures good efficiency and throttle response. Pedal map sensors that are specifically calibrated give the driver a sensitive and responsive throttle pedal feel, which contributes to an easy and convenient driving experience. The turbocharger is calibrated to offer superb responsiveness at low revs and seamless acceleration under part load conditions.

Good responsiveness at low revs contributes to good control in parking and manoeuvring situations. As the engine is switched off a throttle shut-down system lessens any vibration.

Performance and Emissions

The performance of this engine is demonstrated by its target acceleration figures; all Ford models using this engine can reach 100 km/h from a standing start in less than ten seconds.

A fully optimised combustion system also contributes to reduced emissions. The Mondeo, S-MAX and Galaxy models using this engine respectively emit 165, 176 and 179 g/km of CO2. “Given the power and torque, and therefore the acceleration of this engine, these figures are very reasonable indeed,” said FitzGerald

The 2.2-litre Duratorq TDCi engine is a Euro IV compliant engine equipped with a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) which is designed and manufactured for zero-maintenance.

Uniquely, in Ford Motor Company products, the engine is equipped with an ‘intelligent oil condition monitoring algorithm’. The system was developed by Ford engineers and is designed to ensure that the engine oil is maintained at optimal performance levels. An information lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates when the system recommends that the oil should be removed and replaced. This useful driver feedback is designed to give superior engine reliability and durability by tailoring the maintenance of the engine oil to the car’s use. This is coupled to a ‘variable’ service interval of up to one year or 20,000km. Full technical specifications can be seen in the Technical Data section.

Sound Quality and Vibration

The best possible Sound Quality and Vibration (SQ&V) is an important aspect of all Ford powertrains and the new 2.2-litre diesel engine is no exception. The engine is fitted with balancing shafts to further diminish vibration.

Paired with Ford’s acclaimed 6-speed Durashift manual transmission, this combination offers a powertrain with lots of torque – maximum 400 Nm at 1,750rpm – something that contributes to relatively few gear shifts and reduced driver fatigue. Twin pilot injections for the combustion process simultaneously optimise emissions, fuel economy and play a significant role in reducing the conventional noise of a diesel engine to contribute to the most pleasant acoustic behaviour.

“Conventional diesel technology is by no means dated thanks to the actions we take in developing the engines and calibrating them specifically to our range. Many drivers like the familiarity that a diesel engine gives them with the combined fuel economy, long service life and reliability and modern refinements in our portfolio where this engine will be available,” explained Phil Lake, Chief Engineer, Powertrains, Ford of Europe.

Joint Ford and PSA Peugeot CitroënDevelopment

“The development of this engine has joined the skills, experience and techniques of engineers from Ford Motor Company and PSA Peugeot Citroën to achieve high goals and objectives for this engine,” said Steve Adams, Ford of Europe’s Vehicle Line Director for Large and Luxury cars. “Thanks to the utilisation of system engineering, and modern digital simulation, a team comprising 200 people from both companies have developed the engine in just three years. A further 300 people are now assigned to the production of this engine.”

New Sporty Titanium S series for Mondeo and S-MAX

The Mondeo and S-MAX ranges have been expanded by the introduction of a new sporty Titanium S model. Based on the highly specified Titanium models, new features and elements have been added to give both cars even greater styling presence and a highly sporty character.

“The ‘Titanium’ series features and styling details complement perfectly the ‘kinetic design’ elements of both vehicles, and with over 50 per cent of customers ordering this series, we know it is a success,” said Adams. “Now, with the sporty Titanium S we have added more overt styling elements and features to create a new and individual series derivative.”

Exterior Styling

The Titanium S series is available on new Mondeo five-door and wagon bodystyles plus the S-MAX.

A standard, full body styling kit gives the vehicles a unique and sporty look. Side skirts and a rear spoiler are a standard feature on the S-MAX and are now offered as an option on Mondeo, and are finished in body colour.

The lower trapezoidal front grille situated in the body-coloured front bumper skirt has a lower grille frame in a contrast colour of silver or anthracite, depending on the body colour. The upper and lower grilles of the Mondeo Titanium S have a unique honeycomb design for series differentiation. A new front fog lamp kit also features bezels – on the Mondeo Titanium S models – in the contrasting shades. The body-coloured rear bumper skirt incorporates an integrated diffuser in a contrasting shade that surrounds the tailpipe finishers on the exhaust.

Tailored Technology

Standard sports suspension gives a 10 – 15mm lower ride height than the regular suspension, and the set-up is unique, offering more stability over uneven surfaces, less body roll and more direct steering thanks to the use of harder damper settings, stiffer springs and suspension bushes. The Sports suspension complements the sporty nature and agility of the Titanium S, as do the 18-inch alloy wheels.

For Mondeo Titanium S customers choosing the option of Interactive Vehicle Dynamics Control (IVDC) with Continuously Controlled Damping (CCD), the sports suspension is not required and subsequently not fitted.

Ford’s enhanced Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS) is also fitted as standard to Mondeo and S-MAX Titanium S models, and gives the driver the swivelling and cornering headlight functions. Additional Titanium S features have been tailored to each car line; the S-MAX, for example, gains privacy glass while the Mondeo acquires a standard Ford Power start button.

Interior Styling

Soft-touch surfaces to key contact areas and the use of piano black and brushed aluminium surfaces have already become a signature of the high quality materials and craftsmanship of the established Titanium series. With the new Titanium S, further detailed changes to interior components, materials and finishes give the passenger compartments a sporty feel that is characteristic of the new series.

A new ‘Carbotex Sport’ appliqué is used on the door spears and areas of the instrument panel. Piano black surface areas have been extended forward to surround the multimedia unit and in-car entertainment controls. The Sports seats are partially trimmed in leather and red thread used in a running stitch frames and divides into sections the seat squab and cushion.

The same red stitching is also applied to the gear shift gaiter, the armrest of the centre console and – for the Mondeo Titanium S – the interior door panels. The leather steering wheel trim has been divided into four areas and the positions where the driver’s hands would most naturally fall are finished in a special perforated leather trim which extends around the toggle switches and thumb rests. Red stitching has been applied to the inner radius of the steering wheel in a substantial diamond design. The interior look is completed by black velour carpet mats that are edged by a red surround.

Further Personalisation

The Titanium S models still leave scope for customers to further personalise their cars through the creation of an ‘S Upgrade Pack’. Applicable to both Mondeo and
S-MAX Titanium S, customers can select aluminium pedal covers, HID
Bi-Xenon units in place of the AFS headlights and Alcantara seat trim in place of the partial leather.

New Galaxy Titanium

Until now, the most luxurious Galaxy series available is the Ghia. The Galaxy Ghia model features additional chrome exterior styling, a full length overhead centre console and automatic headlights and windscreen wipers.

“Galaxy customers like the layout and technology that the car gives them but they have also been telling us that they like the modern ‘techno’ and contemporary elements of the successful Titanium series used in the Mondeo and S-MAX,” said Adams. “What appeals is the high level of equipment, the unique styling features such as the brushed aluminium finishes, and the driver assistance features like the Ford Convers+ full colour instrument display.”

Responding to this customer feedback, a new Galaxy Titanium series is placed at the same high level as the existing Ghia model in the range, and includes the same high levels of standard equipment:

* Automatic headlights
* Automatic wipers with rain sensor
* ‘Quickclear’ heated front windscreen for most European markets
* Cruise Control
* Power operated and heated door mirrors with puddle lamps
* Rear air conditioning

In addition, the technology and driver assistance features are further enhanced by new styling features; many of which will be familiar from existing ‘Titanium’ Mondeo and S-MAX models.

The use of brushed aluminium in areas where chrome is used on the Ghia model and machined 5-spoke 17-inch alloy wheels are the key exterior alterations.

Inside the Galaxy Titanium, sports seats finished in Alcantara trim and the integration of privacy glass enhance the interior ambience while the standard fitment of the Ford Convers+ display in the instrument cluster enhances interaction between car and driver.

Ford’s Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS) headlights are fitted, equipped with lights that swivel plus additional halogen cornering bulbs. Sports suspension has been added to reinforce the sportier appearance of the exterior styling.

“We believe our customers will appreciate the detail touches made to the interior and exterior of the Titanium S series in our large car range, the availability of the new Galaxy Titanium as well as the performance of the new 2.2-litre Duratorq TDCi 175 PS engine.” Said Adams.

For today we have prepared some news about Ford and to be more specific, about the Verve Concept. The production version of the Verve Concept will be called the Fiesta all around the world and it will be a four-door sedan, not a three-door hatchback.

It seems like a major changing, but these seem to be only things they will not keep for the final version. The Vervce Concept had its debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show last year in September and now the Fiesta will be present at the Geneva Motor Show in a week-time.

This model is ideal for crowded cities cause it’s a small car and it should fit well with every drivers.

Ford of Europe is geting ready to unveil its new Focus Coupé-Cabriolet, at the Geneva Motor Show, next month. The hard-top convertible Ford Focus won’t be availabe in the US. The Focus CC is joining the European Focus family alongside the new ST and the upcoming RS.

The new Ford Focus CC is built by Pininfarina in Bairo, Italy, like the previous model. The Focus Coupé-Cabriolet can be equiped with three engine option and three trim levels: a 1.6-liter/100-hp and 2-liter 145-hp Duratec gasoline fours, and the 2-liter Duratorq turbodiesel with 136 hp, in either Trend, Sport or Titanium spec. Its stiff body is made to maintain handling integrity better then its competition: the Peugeot 308 CC and Volkswagen Eos.

Ford is working on its new Focus RS, and they want it to reach a top speed of 155mph. They want it to be ready for sales for the begining of 2009, and they’ve priced it at around £25,000, so the RS will abase the Volkswagen Golf R32. The new RS incorporates the updates made to the basic 2008 focus, and it is maid for people who liked the previous model. A concept of the new Focus RS will be unveild at the London motor show.

Ford used on this car a 20-valve, 2.5-litre, five-cylinder turbo engine which is also used on the Focus ST, but they’ve modified the electronics and replaced the pistons, cams and valve springs, they’ve put on a bigger turbo and a larger intercooler. By modifying this parts they made the engine produce 280bhp from 222bhp. As we said Ford are trying to make the car reach 155mph and they also expect that the car will go from 0-60mph in under 6 seconds. The new Focus RS won’t have a four-wheel drive, because the engineers say that the four-wheel system will add 150kg to the car. Ford doesn’t know if the car will have the six-speed PowerShift gearbox.

With all of this said we can’t wait to see the concept at the London motor show in July, and even more we can’t wait to see it on the market.

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This year at Detroit, Ford tried to bring something into Mustang’s design and they came up with a glass roof. The new Shelby GT500KR looks very good with this “haircut”. For this version, Ford prepared a 5.4-liter V8 supercharged engine which develops 540 HP. They planned to put into production about 1,000 units. Also, the Mustang is the best sold convertible in the U.S., almost one out of two sports-cars sold it’s Ford’s jewel. The glass roof will be available for $1,995 and another interesting thing is that Shelby will celebrate its 45th anniversary and we would like to remind you that the Shelby GT500KR will be the star of a the movie “KITT”. We want to congratulate Ford for their continuity and we wish them the best.

Ford unveiled a concept car at Detroit Auto Show called Verve. Although it didn’t make too much agitation around him, we felt that we had to say a few words about it or just mention it. Verve made his first appearance at Frankfurt Motor Show and now appeared with new taillights and front fascia. A couple of the features are the 4-cylinder engine 1.4-liter EcoBoost and PowerShift dual-clutch gearbox. We all we have to say is that is an interesting and economic car.

More pics of KITT, Knight Rider’s car. We remind you that KITT is a Shelby GT500 KR and the movie will have its premiere, on 17 February next year. The new pics include KITT’s interior. Let’s see what Ford prepaired for us.

The new car’s exterior design is as simple as the original one, but its simplicity is the one who stands out. The basic features were kept because it was obvious that the original ideas were very good. The black paint is emphasised by the red light bars rising up from the hood nostrils and the 20-inch chromed wheels can command respect.

The biggest achievement of Ford is the interior of the Shelby GT500KR who has been plently improved by Knight Industries. Information is displayed on the windshield, the steering wheel is half-moon shaped and a keyboard arises from the glove compartment.

As we were accustomed, KITT has an attack version. As you can see in the drawing, the designers tried to frighten Knight Rider’s enemies by converting it into a ”car of muscle”. Follow-up, we can’t wait to see the two-hour special movie even if the only reason is the hero-car.