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

Tuesday, July 10, 2012

Ford Focus Hatchback (2012)


Car Barn Sport | Ford Focus Hatchback (2012) | Four new features are the main attraction is the SYNC, Active Stop City, Park Assist and active Information System Blind Spot. For SYNC, Ford has won Microsoft. Technological development adaslah SYNC voice command (voice command) is already built into the Fiesta. Excess of SYNC can read short messages (SMS). Then plug The USB connector in the car, columnist Rod Phillips, SYNC engineer, Ford Asia Pacific and Africa, after a deep dive.



 

There are also active park assist, park assist Driver focus by using an ultrasonic sensor. No less interesting is the information system of the Blind Spot, which helps to detect other cars in sight (blind spot). Ford offers 2 versions 1.6 and 2.0 liter engines. For the engine used dual variable valve timing called Ti-VCT, he argued that the stability and fuel production.

 

Technology is a major contribution to store fuel and manageability," said John Buttress, C-segment car chief, Ford Asia Pacific and Africa, giving the direction of the Deep Dive. On the basis of test results, fuel consumption 14,9 KPL Focus.

 
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Friday, July 6, 2012

Ford C-Max (2012)

  
Car Barn Sport | Ford C-Max (2012) | Ford ready to compete with the Toyota Prius hybrid V segments in the U.S. market based on the C-Max to be released this fall. Ford says parts of the city C-Max spent fuel 19.98 km / liter (KPL), 2.38 liters more economical than its competitors. In the market for hybrid cars from a variety of models, small car segment as the C-Max Prius and control 65 percent of total sales per year.


 

C-Max is built with innovative hybrid and fuel efficient hybrid Prius Ford to sink, he spent 20 years. A great opportunity for us to shake the hybrid market," said Raj Nair, vice president, Ford Global Product Development. Energy efficiency, C-Max Product 19.98 kpl in the city, and 18.71 kpl Prius. out of town Ford posted 18.71 kpl, while 17.1 KPL competitors.


C-Max Atkinson is equipped with 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine produces a maximum power of 188 hp (134 hp Prius V). C-Max offers room for five people with luggage capacity is large enough.


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Sunday, June 10, 2012

Ford Super Duty (2013)

 
  
CARBARN | Ford Super Duty (2013) | Ford F-Series Super Duty trucks with customer demands and possibilities of resilience, but still appreciate the convenience of driving a more pleasant experience. 2013 F-Series Super Duty offers the first model and added sync ® Platinum with MyFord Touch ®. "F-Series Super Duty Platinum is the latest expression of the Built Ford tough truck luxury," said Brian Rathsburg, F-Series Super Duty marketing manager. The success of the F-150 Platinum Series of Light, which debuted in 2009 F-Series Super Duty Platinum offers the ultimate in luxury and trucks. In 2003, King Ranch Super Duty came first, followed by Harley-Davidson 2004 Duty Super.


Platinum Series makes a bold statement on the mask, which is accented by a satin chrome surrounds the perforated mesh inside. Super Platinum Chromium profusely outside of the task, such as door handles, mirror caps, running boards and exhaust tip. Twenty-inch polished aluminum wheels with painted black inlays around the stunning exterior design of the Super Platinum Duty. Heated steering wheel and leather-wrapped with genuine wood tones. Panel, center console and door panels are wrapped in premium wood grain. 


2013 F-Series Super Duty excludes any idea of compromise. YNCbrings Ford model, the owner of the voice-controlled communication in the cockpit of the most talented heavy trucks are not available. With Sync, Super Duty drivers can connect to compatible mobile phones and media players via Bluetooth ® or USB phone and play the music volume control. 2013 F-Series Super Duty builds on the foundation sync with MyFord Touch, which is available for the first time. The new 8-inch high resolution touch screen gives drivers access to telephone, climate control, navigation and entertainment features greatly expanded the vocabulary of the volume control.


Unique Ford F-Series, will host interface designers have optimized physical MyFord Touch users Truck may wear work gloves, which provides access to audio and climate control presets on the center console. Video and MyFord Touch Super Duty,
 


Monday, June 4, 2012

Ford F-150 (2013)

  
CARBARN | Ford F-150 (2013) | Price 2013 Ford F-150 Ford SYNC ® voice-activated adds communication and entertainment system with 911 Assist and Health Report Vehicle ® XLT series and above standard equipment. This allows hands-free, voice command enables mobile devices. Ford F-150 also offers a synchronization coupled with a new 4.2-inch LCD screen on the center console, which offers better audio screens and climate control functions. Lariat King Ranch ®, Platinum and Limited Series models are equipped with MyFord Touch synchronization and increased control of voice on the car with all new systems, a large 8-inch color LCD touch screen mounted in the center console . This package adds a media center, two USB ports, SD card reader and input and audio / video.


2013 F-150 offers a range of interior renovations. Platinum Series - synonymous with a high level of freight - offers a choice of black leather seats or pecans. Ford F-150 continues to offer a wide range of models and packages, allowing customers to tailor their individual needs and preferences of their Ford.


EcoBoost's powerful but fuel efficient engine ®, a powerful 6.2-liter V8, the most powerful eight-cylinder in the segment, Ford F-150 offers an engine meets the requirements of all customers. 


Monday, May 21, 2012

Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 (2013)

 
  
CARBARN | Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 (2013) | Design improvements for 2013 include all new signature lighting with two LED bars that draw attention to the front and rear axle. The 2013 Shelby GT500 offers two new sets of forged aluminum wheels, including one wheel for vehicles with optional packages. 2 tires in all configurations: The 19-inch front and 20 inch rear wheels with Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar coupled G ®. The official launch of the SVT came during the Chicago Auto Show 1992 with the launch of the 1993 SVT Mustang Cobra and SVT Lightning F-150. The result is a car that feels more secure and monitored more planted on the road at high speeds. A new front splitter and painted black upper and lower grill unit heaters that expose functional style changes to the Shelby GT500. The exposed radiator helps channel air and to cool the internal components of transport systems. The splitter helps create greater downforce when the car reaches speeds.


Engineers face competing objectives of speed, performance track, refrigeration and fuel consumption, and worked to balance the needs are met. To reduce lift, upper and lower front grille team redesigned and developed an integrated air dam. At the rear, a high Gurney flap helps reduce lift. The new Shelby GT500 driving dynamics have been reworked, now working with Goodyear tires. Handling all previously available AdvanceTrac ® traction control settings and unique electronic stability control to help the driver achieve maximum performance, whether on the street or track. Among the sports mode, the driver, their cars too much pressure on the track completely disable security systems and allows a more aggressive driving, before engaging the traction control systems and electronic stability control.


The upgraded Brembo brake system complements the other changes to the 2013 Shelby GT500 to control and fade-free stops in the street and race situations. The new system has more than 380 mm rotors. High technology, user-friendly control system launch is part of the new functionality in the Shelby GT500. Sometimes clients want to enjoy Ford Shelby GT500 their cars on the road surface. At The adjustable shocks, we developed our car on the track without compromise," said Kerry Baldori, global performance vehicles Ford SVT chief engineer. Normal mode offers customers a comfortable ride over bumps. Sport mode it comes to performance and offers improved response time on the track, and less body roll in cornering and braking field. A Torsen limited slip differential ® also comes with the performance package, the rear suspension deliver torque and traction in the harshest conditions on the track helps. The monotube shocks is the main driver of fade-free performance for some hot laps long. The Torsen limited-slip differential, with a bias ratio of 2.8:1 rear suspension helps provide traction torque and torque under demanding conditions on the track to be found. 


Enthusiasts to upgrade their performance package with a package of additional track for all-out performance track. The option is an external oil cooler engine, rear differential cooler and transmission cooler for added durability. The cooling system circulates air from an area of stagnation of high pressure with a low impact and pull up. Refrigerators play a vital role in preventing overheating of the critical components in high speed. "The standard cooling systems are more than enough for spirited driving, but for avid rider or track-day enthusiasts, we have provided an update package cooling," said Albers. SVT engineering to make the Coupe with the package completely dedicated to track performance track-focused. This meant that the suspension is a superior control at high speed turns and dives. The 2013 Shelby GT500 also updated to provide cluster resources, drivers have more information. 


Monday, March 19, 2012

Ford Mustang (2013)


CARBARN | Ford Mustang (2013) | The new Ford Mustang wheel offers a revamped lineup, ranging from the standard 17-inch wheels for the V6 all the way up to 19-inch wheels optional on the GT and V6 Performance Package. There are two different finishes on the 17-inch wheels - machined-aluminum and painted. Three optional V6 wheels include an 18-inch polished aluminum set, an updated 18-inch painted aluminum and painted a 19-inch wheel design, with a new theme for the V6 Performance Package. The standard 18-inch painted aluminum wheels on both the GT and GT Premium is an evolution of the five-spoke design. The Recaro seats are the result of a global team effort led by the Ford SVT Mustang along with the engineering group in North America, Team RS in Europe and Recaro.


The 2013 Mustang with 5.0-liter engine will now deliver 420 horsepower. The new Ford 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 Ford 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 Ford Mustang GT. The V6 Performance Package is now available on automatic Mustangs for the first time. Hill start assist makes its debut on manually equipped Mustangs. 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 screen is navigated through a five-way control button located on the steering wheel and offers Track Apps, the which delivers performance metrics for drivers right from the factory.  The 2013 Ford 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.

Sunday, March 11, 2012

Ford Flex (2013)


  
CARBARN | Ford Flex (2013) | The 2013 Flex sees an updated version of the controversial MyFord Touch added to its options sheet.  As with the 2012 model, the base Flex is powered by a 3.5-liter V-6; thanks to variable camshaft timing, it now Produces 285 hp and 255 lb-ft of torque (up from 262 and 248) and an additional travel should mile on each gallon of gas (up to 18 in the city and 25 on the highway for front-wheel-drive models). In our testing, the EcoBoost Flex hit 60 in six seconds flat and cleared the quarter-mile in 14.6 at 96 mph.


The all-new 2013 Ford Escape has been the big NEWSMAKER within Ford's crossover family recently, but now is also a mid-cycle update time for that polarizing box on other end of the size spectrum, the Flex. Making its debut alongside the Escape at the L.A. auto show is a freshened Flex That greets the world with sleek new front-end styling, more horsepower from the base V-6, and an updated interior blessed (or just less-cursed, depending on your penchant for climbing technological learning curves) with an improved version of Ford's controversial MyFord Touch system. On the outside, the 2013 Flex jettisons its three-bar grille STAID in favor of a single space-age chrome band the which is flanked by skinny new headlamps set within darkened surrounds.


Ford also added a number of safety and convenience features to the Flex's options sheet, Including adaptive cruise control, collision warning with brake intervention, blind-spot monitors, and inflatable rear seatbelts. Refined for 2013 but unchanged Generally, the Flex stands tall as a quirky, polarizing, brazenly boxy That alternative to other crossovers are growing ever sleeker and more fluid.

Friday, March 2, 2012

Ford B-Max (2013)

 
  
CARBARN | Ford B-Max (2013) | Ford will be unveiling the production version of the new 2013 B-Max at the Geneva Motor Show in March and ahead of the event They have released three-quarter shot these images.Ford President and CEO Alan Mulally will be on hand to perform the unveiling. Styling from the concept model has been retained for the production ready model.  Ford will throw open the doors to its all-new production-ready B-MAX compact multi-activity vehicle when it takes a starring role at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show in March.


The B-MAX combines an exciting, innovative design with features That Previously only have been found in bigger cars," said Stephen Odell, chairman and CEO, Ford of Europe. The B-MAX will also deliver superior craftsmanship and high quality materials rarely found on an affordable compact car, together with flexible-seating and class-leading load space.

Ford's new EcoBoost 1.0-liter petrol engine, with its advanced combination of power and efficiency, will be available on the B-MAX, as will Duratorq TDCi Diesels. The Ford B-MAX goes on sale in Europe later this year.

Ford Taurus (2013)

 
  
CARBARN | Ford Taurus (2013) | A choice of new engines offers customers Increased fuel efficiency, without compromising the performance They want responsive. Ford Taurus is the first car in Ford's North American lineup to offer the advanced 2.0-liter EcoBoost ™ engine, combining a turbocharger with gasoline direct injection.  The standard Ford Taurus 3.5-liter V6 is projected to deliver Unsurpassed Among V6 fuel efficiency while still delivering aspects of segment competitors Increased performance


 

from an anticipated 290 horsepower. This is accomplished with the Addition of twin independent variable camshaft timing (Ti-VCT), enabling Increased fuel economy while delivering aspects 27 more horsepower, a reduction in part-throttle emissions and Increased responsiveness. Ford Taurus quality begins with design refinement. Building on the completely reinvigorated 2010 model, the new Taurus features a more muscular hood. Larger wheels and tires fill out the wheel-well openings, giving Ford Taurus an athletic stance. Without Increasing overall dimensions or vehicle weight, the new Ford Taurus looks more streamlined, substantial and sporty. Improved driving dynamics is a quality the driver will feel.


The new Ford Taurus dynamics benefit from the Addition of torque vectoring control. Torque vectoring control - normally found in high-ticket sports cars - is a Taurus class-exclusive feature. The new Taurus adds curve control, a unique Ford braking control innovation aimed at slowing the vehicle, if it senses That a driver inadvertently enters a curve too Quickly. Across the board, all new Ford Taurus models will receive a larger brake master cylinder with revised booster tuning, resulting in a shorter pedal ratio and improved pedal feel Dramatically. Brake friction material has been upgraded for improved fade resistance and performance.


Taurus was bench marked against Audi A6 for exterior fit and finish. Ford Taurus' interior craftsmanship is elevated through expanded use of soft-touch, high-quality materials inside the cabin. The new Ford Taurus builds on a legacy of safety, as the current model earned an Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Top Safety Pick rating. The stiff Taurus structure contains much high-strength and ultra-high-strength steels, Including boron. Ford Taurus features the Trinity front-crash architecture, named for the three elements are designed to absorb That and redirect crash forces away from vehicle occupants.


Ford Taurus also features Side Protection And Cabin Enhancement (SPACE ®) Architecture, a hydroformed cross-car beam embedded in the floor Between the door frames to help Provide additional strength on the sides of the vehicle. A rigid roof crossmember, side-impact door beams and boron B-pillar reinforcement also Contribute to side-impact protection. In the event of an airbag deployment, Taurus provides an SOS Post-Crash Alert System ™, and features AdvanceTrac ® with Electronic Stability Control.

Saturday, February 18, 2012

Ford Fusion (2013)

 
  
CARBARN | Ford Fusion (2013) | For 2013, the Fusion will offer buyers Their choice of conventional, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid models. Those WHO opt to go Strictly fossil fuel have three engine options: a 170-hp, 2.5-liter four-cylinder mated to a six-speed automatic a 179-hp, 1.6-liter EcoBoost turbo four mated to either a six-speed auto or a six-speed manual; and a 237-hp, 2.0-liter EcoBoost four mated to a six-speed automatic. All wheel drive is again available, but only on the 2.0-liter Fusion.


Fusion hybrid buyers get a new 2.0-liter Atkinson-cycle four-cylinder to replace the outgoing 2.5-liter unit. An electronically controlled continuously variable transmission sends the power to the wheels. Lighter, more powerful lithium-ion batteries replace the previous Fusion hybrid's nickel-metal hydride batteries, packing enough of a punch to increase of the fully electric top speed from 47 to 62 mph. Efficiency Are not the final numbers yet, but Ford is calling out Toyota and Hyundai, claiming the Fusion Hybrid stands to outperform the 2012 Toyota Camry hybrid by 4 mpg in the city and 5 mpg on the highway and the 2011 Hyundai Sonata hybrid by 12 and 4 mpg, respectively.

Truly dedicated hypermilers will want to hang on until later this fall, though, when the Fusion Energy plug-in hybrid debuts. (MPGe stands for "miles per gallon equivalent," and is a metric That allows a comparison Between Electrified and conventional vehicles In Addition to a long list of tech nanny aimed primarily at Those overwhelmed with the prospect of paying attention behind the wheel, adaptive cruise control, a lane-keeping system, blind-spot warning, active park assist, you'll also find the polarizing MyFord Touch system features on the available list.


Adrian Whittle, chief engineer of the Fusion says, "The holistic goal of our craftsmanship That process is to see not only Fusion delivers a superior visual experience, but also feels like quality to the customer.

Friday, January 6, 2012

Ford Escape (2012)

  
CARBARN | Ford Escape (2012) | 2012 Ford Escape SUV is redesigned based on the model of the Ford Focus compact car. The new Ford Escape Will be more fuel efficient due to Their slightly Smaller size than its previous models. The 2012 Ford Escape is a compact SUV model, the which is one of the ten top selling lists in America. The engine options available in 2012 are the Ford Escape 2.0 liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine That can Produce up to 230 horsepower and 230 lb-ft of torque, the second option is for engines with 2.5-liter turbocharged 4-cyclinder engine or electric hybrid That can Produce up to 153 horsepower and 136 lb-ft of torque.



2012 Ford Escape is expected to come That measures 173 inches in length, 72.5 inches in width, 67 inches in height.  The new Ford Escape Will like the previous models have two-row seats can seat five passengers That. The latest Ford Escape compact SUV Will Provide two drivetrain options Such as front-wheel and all-wheel drive system. The base model has a powerful engine 'EcoBoost' option with 2.0-liter turbocharged four cylinder.  Ford Escape with a plug in hybrid models is also available for the first time from Ford.

The 2012 Ford Escape is expected to be less expensive than its competitors. The base model of the 2012 Ford Escape with a two wheel drive can have the starting price at $ 22.500. The 2012 Ford Escape Hybrid models can have the starting price at $ 36,000. The plug-in hybrid model of the new Escape can cost $ 38,000. The test drive of this new Ford Escape would be conducted latest by late summer of 2011.