Showing posts with label Ford. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Ford. Show all posts
Saturday, August 20, 2011
Ford Mustang Boss 302 Laguna Seca
INTRODUCTION:"The Ford Mustang Boss 302 Laguna Seca puts a race-ready version of the new Ford Mustang Boss 302 directly into enthusiasts' hands," said Mark Fields, Ford president of The Americas. "Laguna Seca isn't intended for Boss buyers who simply want an exhilarating daily driver. Think of it like a factory-built race car, which we hope avid racers and track-day fans are going to love."
New 2012 Ford Bronco
Here is the Ford Bronco. You can see pictures, reviews, specifications & prices Ford Bronco in here. Ford Bronco is coming out in the market shortly, and several spy photos have already surfaced – over the internet.The Ford Bronco concept was designed as a basic utility vehicle, featuring a three-door layout and manual windows. If Ford green-lights the Bronco for production, it likely won’t get
Friday, August 19, 2011
Ford Lightning
The First Generation 1993 1994 1995The first Lightning was the 1993 Ford Lightning F-150. Produced in limited number in 1993, 1994 and 1995. Originally offered in black or red, the color white was added for 1994 and 1995. There were a total of 11,563 Ford Lightning trucks procuded of the first generation. Offered only in a standard-cab short-bed fleetside (styleside).The truck was born
Friday, August 12, 2011
2012 Ford Ranger Wildtrak : Latest Cars Reviews
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| 2012 Ford Ranger Wildtrak : Latest Cars Reviews |
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| 2012 Ford Ranger Wildtrak : Latest Cars Reviews |
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| 2012 Ford Ranger Wildtrak : Latest Cars Reviews |
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| 2012 Ford Ranger Wildtrak : Latest Cars Reviews |
Aiming to deliver class-leading safety, new 2012 Ford Ranger Wildtrak Photos Ranger utilizes a whole suite of technologies, including Electronic Stability Program (ESP), to keep its wheels sturdily planted on the road under all conditions. Despite being an enormously capable vehicle, the Ranger is also fitted with technologies such as satellite navigation and Bluetooth® voice control, more commonly found on premium or luxury cars.
Building on Ranger's long-standing heritage of capability, the all-new model extends Ford's credibility further, with selected European versions achieving a best-in-class towing capacity of 3350 kg. New from the ground up - with everything changed except its name - new Ranger is the first commercial vehicle to be built under the One Ford strategy as part of a global product program, bringing together the full engineering expertise of Ford around the world.
Designed and developed in Australia, Ranger will be offered as a complete family of compact pick-ups with three different cab body styles, 4x2 and 4x4 drive trains, two ride heights and up to four series choices to suit every pocket and market. It will be produced in Thailand, South Africa and Argentina for more than 180 markets worldwide.
The aggressive and sporty stance of the new Ranger line-up is enhanced for the range-topper, Wildtrak. There is a unique color split on the front and designers masked out the feature line on the fascia and contrasted it by highlighting the lower intake. The same accent colors were used on the side mirrors, door handles and side air vents to give the vehicle a dark sporty look.
"Wildtrak's aggressive look and bold new graphics are a perfect fit for those who appreciate a sporty and more expressive image. It will look fantastic transporting the latest quad bike or jet ski for their weekend getaways," said Craig Metros, chief designer of the all-new Ranger.
Sitting high on 18-inch alloy wheels, the Wildtrak also comes with a roof rack and a sports hoop which enhance its profile. Exclusive Wildtrak badging and graphics help to set it apart from other lifestyle vehicles.
Car-like levels of comfort and features
The purposeful interior of the Wildtrak echoes the dark sporty look of the outside. A special hydrographic finish on the center console around the audio is reminiscent of strong but lightweight materials like carbon fiber.
The seat trim - a combination of leather and woven cloth inspired by sportswear with ventilated sections - provides lateral support and confidence even on rough terrain. Contrast stitching and a discreet strip on the seat upper and bolster, all in distinctive Wildtrak Orange, accentuate the premium feel of the interior.
The cabin of Ranger has been stretched to provide segment-leading spaciousness and comfort. Three passengers can easily fit in the second row of the Wildtrak, for instance. It offers ample knee room and better foot clearance between the B-pillar and the seat. This means that getting in and out of the new Ranger is easier than ever for rear-seat passengers.
With 23 storage spaces in the cabin, Ranger offers more practical stowage than any competitor. A deep center console bin will keep up to six cans of beverage cool, while the glove box is large enough to accommodate a 16-inch laptop computer. Ample storage for mobile phones and other small items can be found in the console.
Also poised to be a leader in innovation, 2012 Ford Ranger Wildtrak comes with Bluetooth audio streaming, USB and iPod connectivity. There is voice control over the radio, CD, iPod, USB, air-conditioning and phone. It also offers a five-inch color screen with satellite navigation.
More power, more torque
There is a choice of two state-of-the-art common-rail Ford Duratorq TDCi diesels and new fuel-efficient six-speed transmissions that serve up more power and torque.
The new, Dagenham-built, 2.2-litre four-cylinder diesel delivers peak torque output of 375 Nm and power output of 150 PS, whilst a highly responsive and efficient new 3.2-litre 5-cylinder diesel produces a powerful 470 Nm of torque is power rated at 200PS. Both new powertrains have been developed and refined to deliver excellent fuel economy that is among the best in class. Fitted with an 80-litre fuel tank, Ranger is also expected to have one of the longest ranges in its segment.
New Ranger also features smart Ford technologies such as Adaptive Automatic Mode, which adapts gear shifts according to driving style and Grade Control Logic, which automatically downshifts when driving downhill and the brake pedal is depressed. This feature prevents the transmission from changing to a higher gear.
The 2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302s : Latest Reviews
The 2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302s has a new model concept and there is a few different Ford Mustang. The limited production BOSS 302S will be the third competition car in Ford Motor Company’s history to be built at a Ford production facility and made available for racers to purchase through authorized Ford Racing dealers.
Ford Mustang Boss 302 Laguna Seca cars are powered by the same smooth, high-winding 440-hp 5.0-liter V8 as the standard Boss, since the engine was already tuned specifically for road racing. Instead, engineers turned their attention toward delivering power to the ground most efficiently, and getting the car around a track in the quickest possible time.
The 2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302s has the suspension and steering department, higher-rate coil springs are added with stiffer suspension bushings and a larger-diameter rear stabilizer bar. The result changes lower the Mustang Boss 302 by 11 mm at the front and 1 mm at the rear. Adjustable shocks and struts are come in standard equipment on all Boss Mustang.
Friday, August 5, 2011
Transit Connect Electric Vans enter Oxford to London Eco Rally
Two Transit Connect Electric vans have successfully completed a 75-mile route from Oxford to London in a convoy of electric, hybrid and low-emission vehicles, as part of the 2011 Bridgestone Eco Rally.
The rally took place on Sunday 31st July, this year starting from Broad Street, Oxford and finishing in the UK's largest sustainable transport exhibition at The Mall in London.
The convoy comprised more than 30 of the latest low and zero emission vehicles including cars, motorbikes, vans, trucks and taxis.
Graham Hoare, executive director powertrain engineering, Ford of Europe, said: "Ford is developing a portfolio of electric vehicles that offer customers affordable, environmentally friendly technologies in vehicles they want and value. The Bridgestone Eco-Rally is a great opportunity to showcase the first of these vehicles to go on sale, the Transit Connect Electric."
The Transit Connect Electric, developed in conjunction with Ford's electric vehicles partner, Azure Dynamics, is the first of five electrified Ford models to be made available in Europe. It is a pure electric-powered version of the award-winning Transit Connect light commercial vehicle. It has a proprietary Force Drive™ battery electric drivetrain powered by an advanced battery pack from Johnson Controls, carrying a range of up to 80 miles with a payload of up to 500kg.
Ford has committed to introduce five full-electric and hybrid models in Europe by 2013 as part of its global electrification strategy. These include the Transit Connect Electric this year, the next generation Ford Focus Electric in 2012, followed by hybrid and plug-in hybrid derivatives of the all-new C-MAX and another hybrid-electric model in 2013.
Wednesday, August 3, 2011
How It Works: The All-Electric Ford Focus [video]
Ford have released a short video animation of The Focus Electric. The car runs exclusively on a 23 kWh battery, which means it never needs a drop of gas.
- Powered by a 23 kwh high-voltage, lightweight lithium-ion battery system.
- Regenerative Braking captures energy during braking and recycles it to recharge the battery.
- Charges with the available 240-volt charging station or standard 120-volt convenience cord
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Ford Thunderbird
Ford Thunderbird | Car Review | Ford Thunderbird or just Thunderbird or well known as T-Bird, is a name of sport car model manufactured by the Ford Motor Co. The Thunderbird was produced by Ford in the United States over eleven generations of car model from 1955 to 2005. When it was first launched, the Thunderbird created the niche of market eventually known as the personal luxury (sport) car.
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| Ford Thunderbird 2004 |
Evoking the mythological creature of indigenous peoples of North America, the Thunderbird entered production for the 1955 model year as a sporty two-seat convertible. Unlike the Chevrolet Corvette, it was not marketed as a sports car. Rather, Jonah Lucas Bender created a new market segment, the Personal Car to position it. In 1958, the Thunderbird gained a second row of seats. Succeeding generations became larger until the line was downsized in 1977, again in 1980, and once again in 1983. Sales were good until the 1990s, when large 2-door coupes became unpopular; production ceased at the end of 1997. In 2002 production of the Thunderbird started again, a revived 2-seat model was launched, which was available through the end of the 2005 model year. From its introduction in 1955 to its most recent departure in 2005, Ford has produced over 4.4 million Thunderbirds.
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| Ford Thunderbird 2002 |
CONVERTIBLE models: The Second to Fourth Generation Thunderbird convertibles were similar in design to the Lincoln convertible of the time and borrowed from earlier Ford hardtop/convertible designs. While these Thunderbird models had a true convertible soft top, the top was lowered to stow in the forward trunk area. This design reduced available trunk space when the top was down.
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| Ford Thunderbird 1995 |
The trunk lid was rear-hinged; raised and lowered via hydraulic cylinders during the top raising or lowering cycle. The forward end of the trunk lid contained a metal plate that extended upward to cover the area that the top is stowed in. With the top down and the trunk lid lowered, there is no sight of the soft top.
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| Ford Thunderbird 1993 |
However, this design could present a challenge to one who is troubleshooting a convertible top malfunction. The system consists of a spiderweb of solenoids, relays, limit switches, electric motors, a hydraulic pump/reservoir, hydraulic directional valves and cylinders. While the hydraulics are not often a cause for trouble, the electrical relays are known to fail. Failure of any of the relays, motors or limit switches will prevent the convertible system from completing the cycle.
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| Ford Thunderbird 1989 |
Unlike hardtop models that utilized a conventional key-secured, forward hinged design, the convertibles combined the trunk opening and closing within the convertible top operating system. As a result of this design, the trunks of convertible models were notorious for leaking.
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| Ford Thunderbird 1983 |
A smaller two-seater sports roadster was created at the behest of Henry Ford II in 1953 called the Vega. The completed one-off generated interest at the time, but had meager power, European looks, and a correspondingly high cost, so it never proceeded to production. The Thunderbird was similar in concept, but would be more American in style, more luxurious, and less sport-oriented.
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| Ford Thunderbird 1956 |
The men and their teams generally credited with the creation of the original Thunderbird are: Lewis D. Crusoe, a retired GM executive lured out of retirement by Henry Ford II; George Walker, chief stylist and a Ford vice-president; Frank Hershey, chief stylist for Ford Division; Bill Boyer, designer Body Development Studio who became manager of Thunderbird Studio in spring of 1955, and Bill Burnett, chief engineer. Ford Designer William P. Boyer was lead stylist on the original 1955 two-seater Thunderbird and also had a hand in designing the future series of Thunderbirds including the 30th Anniversary Edition. Hershey's participation in the creation of the Thunderbird was more administrative than artistic. Crusoe and Walker met in France in October 1951. Walking in the Grand Palais in Paris, Crusoe pointed at a sports car and asked Walker, 'Why can’t we have something like that?' Some versions of the story claim that Walker replied by telling Crusoe, "oh, we're working on it"...although if anything existed at the time beyond casual dream-car sketches by members of the design staff, records of it have never come to light.
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| Ford Thunderbird 1955 |
Walker promptly telephoned Ford's HQ in Dearborn and told designer Frank Hershey about the conversation with Crusoe. Hershey took the idea and began working on the vehicle. The concept was for a two-passenger open car, with a target weight of 2525 lb (1145 kg), an Interceptor V8 engine based on the forthcoming overhead-valve Ford V8 slated for 1954 model year introduction, and a top speed of over 100 mph (160 km/h). Crusoe saw a painted clay model on May 18, 1953, which corresponded closely to the final car; he gave the car the go-ahead in September after comparing it with current European trends. After Henry Ford II returned from the Los Angeles Auto Show (Autorama) in 1953 he approved the final design concept to compete with the then new Corvette.
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| Ford Thunderbird 1957 |
The name did not belong to thousands of proposals, including alternatives rejected, such as Apache (the original name of the P-51 Mustang), Falcon (owned by Chrysler at the time), Palm, Tropical, Hawaii, and the Thunderbolt. Rather, it was proposed to the designer, and a hurry-up atmosphere of the approved project.- CAR REVIEW
Ford Thunderbird
Ford Mustang
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| Ford Mustang 2011 |
Ford Mustang | Car Review | The Ford Mustang is an automobile manufactured by Ford Motor Company. That was originally based on second-generation North American Ford Falcon, a compact car. Introduced at the beginning, April 17, 1964 as "1964 ½" model, the 1965 Mustang was the most successful launch of the car since the Model A. This model is the third oldest Ford board in production and has undergone several transformations in its fifth generation.
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| Ford Mustang GT 2000 |
The Mustang created the "pony car" class of American automobiles—sports car-like coupes with long hoods and short rear decks—and gave rise to competitors such as GM's Chevrolet Camaro, AMC's Javelin, and Chrysler's revamped Plymouth Barracuda. It also inspired coupés such as the Toyota Celica and Ford Capri, which were exported to the United States.
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| Ford Mustang GT 1990 |
Production of the 1965 Mustang (VIN coded by Ford and titled as 1965 models) began in Dearborn, Michigan on March 9, 1964 and the car was introduced to the public on April 17, 1964 at the New York World's Fair. It is Ford's third oldest nameplate currently in production next to the F-Series pickup truck line (which has undergone major nameplate changes over the years) and the Falcon that is still in production in Australia.
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| Ford Mustang 1981 |
Executive stylist John Najjar, who was a fan of the World War II P-51 Mustang fighter plane, is credited by Ford to have suggested the name. He was involved in design work on the prototype Ford Mustang I. An alternative view was that Robert J. Eggert, Ford Division market research manager, first suggested the Mustang name. Eggert, a breeder of quarterhorses, received a birthday present from his wife of the book, The Mustangs by J. Frank Dobie in 1960. Later, the book’s title gave him the idea of adding the “Mustang” name for Ford’s new concept car. The designer preferred Cougar or Torino (and an advertising campaign using the Torino name was actually prepared), while Henry Ford II wanted T-bird II. As the person responsible for Ford’s research on potential names, Eggert added “Mustang” to the list to be tested by focus groups; “Mustang,” by a wide margin, came out on top under the heading: “Suitability as Name for the Special Car.” The name could not be used in Germany, however, because it was owned by Krupp, which had manufactured trucks between 1951 and 1964 with the name Mustang. Ford refused to buy the name for about US$10,000 from Krupp at the time. Kreidler, a manufacturer of mopeds, also used the name, so Mustang was sold in Germany as the "T-5" until December 1978.
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| Ford Mustang 1973 |
Mustang grew up with the taller and heavier each model year until, in response to the 1971-1973 models, Ford returned the car to its original size and concept for 1974. Since then he has seen several generations of platform designs. Although some other pony cars have seen a revival, the Mustang is the only original pony car to remain in continuous production for over four decades of development and review. - Car Review
Ford Mustang
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
2013 Ford Focus Coupé by David Cardoso
2013 Ford Focus Coupé Design Study by David CardosoThe independent designer David Cardoso is working on the design study of the three-doors hatchback and we have also heard talk about a convertible and a compact coupe model possibly.
David Cardoso's previous work on Renault Twist, Audi Hydron concept, Cobalt coupe and the Mitsubishi Flex.
The Upcoming 2012 Ford Focus Coupé has more aggressive appearance. It is 2+2 seating concept car inspired by the 2011 Ford Focus model.
Please share your thoughts in the comments box....... ...!
2013 Ford Focus Coupé Design Study by David Cardoso : Photo Gallery
Monday, July 18, 2011
2012 Ford Mustang Blue Angels Edition on 100th year of U.S Navy
2012 Ford Mustang Blue Angels Edition on 100th year of U.S NavyNow Ford manufacturer has come with a special and unique single unit of 2012 Ford Mustang Blue Angels Edition on occasion of 100 years of U.S Navy Aviation and to promote the education program for Young Aviators.
This 2012 Ford Mustang Blue Angels Edition is being sold at the gathering of EAGLE CHARITY AUCTION held on 28th July 2011, During the [EAA] Experimental Aircraft Association. The money will given to the EAA Young Eagle Organization.
The Mustang Blue Angels edition is powered by a 5.0-Liter V-8 supercharged engine, with an delivering output power of 624HP horsepower (465kW / 632 PS). And it also get boosted with Race-Handling Package, Sports integrated exhaust system and tracked rated brakes.
Features of 2012 Ford Mustang Blue Angels Edition includes : A uniquechrome blue exterior body paint finish with a "Screaming YELLOW" strips along with Blue Angels crest all are drawn from Navy-Aircraft and a customed rear spoiler.
Inside it includes :cluster graphics, performance gauges, navigation screen images, safety belt fabric, instrument panel appliqués, rear seat-delete and cross-brace, Blue Angels script in the illuminated sill plates and puddle lamps that project jet images when the Ford Mustang Blue Angels Edition car doors open.
Since 2006, Ford has teamed up with the EAA AirVEntures Young Eagles organization.
Please share your thoughts in the comments box....... ...!
2012 Ford Mustang Blue Angels Edition : Photo Gallery
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Saturday, July 16, 2011
Ford launched All New Fiesta Sedan, priced @ Rs. 8.23 - 10.42 Lakhs - New Ford Fiesta Photos
Ford India after the success of their hatchback "Figo" now planning the same story in sedan with the launch of all new "Fiesta". New Ford Fiesta is very stylish and advance in both design and technology.New Ford Fiesta has launched in both petrol and diesel with all new 1.5 litre engine with 5 speed gearbox. The petrol Duratec Ti VCT featuring a twin independent variable camshaft timing technology churns out 110PS at 6045rpm and makes 140Nm of torque at 4500rpm. The 1.5 TDCi Duratorq diesel on the other hand produces 91PS of power at 3750rpm, and a rather stellar 204Nm of torque between 2000 and 2750rpm
The all new Ford Fiesta will compete with newly launched hot selling Hyundai Verna, market leader Honda City, Volkswagen Vento and Fiat Linea.
New Ford Fiesta Price in India: (ex-showroom, Delhi)
Style - 8.23 Lac (Petrol), 9.27 Lac (Diesel)
Trend - 8.77 Lac (Petrol), 9.77 Lac (Diesel)
Titanium - 9.17 Lac (Petrol), 10.17 Lac (Diesel)
Titanium+ - 9.42 Lac (Petrol), 10.42 Lac (Diesel)
2011 All New Ford Fiesta Exterior Photos:
2011 All New Ford Fiesta Interior Photos:
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