Ford TeamRS, the high-performance centre, has developed a new Focus. Itcontains a 225 PS, 2.5-litre turbocharged five-cylinder Duratec enginewhich can achieve 0-62mph acceleration in just 6.8 seconds, and can topspeeds of up to 150 mph.
Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) and Traction Control, standard on all Focus models, is accompanied by a ’sharp’ braking and ’subtle’ […]

The advertisement for the Ford Focus shows an orchestra playing unusual instruments - made from original Ford Focus car parts.
Doubts that this was just a staged recording has lead to a live performance at the Royal Albert Hall featuring Mike Rutherford (Genesis) playing the "clutch guitar" and Kenney Jones (The Who) playing the "wheel […]

Ford’s Basildon, Brentwood and Dagenham connections have beenacknowledged as the car makercontinues to sponsor the Essex County Cricket ground at Chelmsford.
One of the first new Ford Focus ST models in the UK was today handedover to Essex and England player, Alistair Cook in recognition of his2,000 Test runs at the age of 23 years […]

A survey of 4,500 drivers aged over 65 has revealed that their firstchoice for a vehicle is now Ford, replacing Vauxhall in the ’silver’driver’s affections.
One in five older drivers have chosen to own a Ford Focus, althoughVauxhall Astras and Corsas are still popular.
Barry Nightingale, managing director at Carcraft, commented: "With theover-65s age bracket making […]

Ford has announced that the new Mondeo and Focus ranges will have keyless options for their models.
By carrying a special transponder in a trouser pocket, or handbag, the system detects the radio signal from two metres, and the doors will open using the handles.
Inside, the ignition doesn’t need keys either - using the power […]

Automaker Ford has confirmed that it will be putting a new high-performance Focus on the market in 2009.
The manufacturer assigned a specialist team to the vehicle, led by Jost Capito, who will become the Vehicle Line Director for the performance car side of the firm from next year.
Mr Capito commented that the hard work […]

Ford’s latest redesign of its Focus model will make it a big hit when it hits the UK next year.
Motorists can pick the exact type of vehicle they require, with three-door, five-door and estate body styles available in addition to coupe-cabriolet and ST sports versions to follow.
The latest model does not break the bank, […]

Automobile manufacturer Ford has announced that it is to release 500 units of its latest high performance model.
The Ford Focus ST500 is a modified version of the Focus ST3, but given a metallic black coat of paint and a silver bonnet and stripes along the roof and side.
In addition, the vehicle will feature scarlet […]

The Ford Focus will be subject to a number of new features when its 2008 model hits dealerships.
Double-clutch six-speed transmission will be made available by new Ford PowerShift technology, while an enhanced interior is offset by a Kinetic Design exterior.
The company is hoping that the improvements will mark further success for the line, which […]

The Ford Focus proved itself as the top selling car in July of this year, a new report from motor industry organisation SMMT has discovered.
Taking into account the number of vehicles registered during the calendar month, SMMT put the Focus at the top spot, followed by the Vauxhall Astra.
Another hatchback - the Vauxhall Corsa […]