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Retired drivers now choose Ford

Posted in Focus News on the 31 Mar 2008

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 [...]

Now, where did I put those car keys?

Posted in Focus News on the 10 Mar 2008

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 [...]

Ford announces high-performance Focus RS

Posted in Focus News on the 17 Dec 2007

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 [...]

New Ford Focus will be “most desirable model” next year

Posted in Focus News on the 12 Nov 2007

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, [...]

New Ford Focus ST500 launched

Posted in Focus News on the 07 Nov 2007

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 [...]

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