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Ford Focus RS Review - October 2009
The Ford Focus RS is a landmark car. It redefines what is possible for a front-wheel drive car, and is undoubtedly one of the most accomplished hot hatches ever built. - Read Full Review - Ford Focus RS
Ford Fiesta Zetec-S Mountune - June 2009
The original Mondeo might have been described by Ford as its first 'world car' – one that's sold across the planet – but in reality it’s the new Fiesta to get that accolade. Read our full review - Ford Fiesta Zetec-S
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New Ford C-Max: first pics and video
Ford will debut its new C-Max at the Frankfurt Motor Show later this month and we've got first pictures and video footage of the compact MPV.
Ford Focus RS gets power upgrade
The first tuning package for the Ford Focus RS has been announced with the hot hatch now available with 340bhp - for just £435.
The world's best Ford Focus RS video
We've all been wondering just what the Ford Focus RS is capable of when in the hands of a pro. Watch this awesome video. It, er, kicks RS.
Eat my dust: 800bhp Ford Fiesta
A Ford Fiesta with four-wheel drive and nearly twice the power of BMW M3? Oh yes, and it's going after the Pike's Peak Hill Climb record.
Skip the Ford Focus RS waiting list
Are you desperate for a Ford Focus RS but don’t want the six-month wait? Auto Trader has seven of the 300bhp hot hatches for sale.
Rocket man beats Ford Focus RS
Ever wondered who would win a drag race between a madman wearing a jet pack or a Ford Focus RS? Then check out this video.
Ford Focus RS buyers face six month wait
The 2,000 people who have placed deposits for the 300bhp Ford Focus RS will have to wait until September before they can get their hands on the hot hatch.
Ford Fiesta gets power boost by Mountune
The Ford Fiesta is now available with a power increase courtesy of approved tuning house Mountune.
2009 Ford Focus RS technical spec
On top of its 0-62mph time of 5.9 seconds and top speed of 163mph, the 2009 Ford Focus RS will average an impressive 30.5mpg.
Full press release: new Ford Focus RS
Want to know EVERYTHING about the new Ford Focus RS? Then have a read through this 9,000-plus word document sent out by Ford.
Full Ford Focus RS official figures released
Full details on the blisteringly-quick Ford Focus RS have been announced with the hot hatch capable of 0-62mph in 5.9 seconds and a top speed of 163mph.
First Ford Focus RS rolls off production line
The first production ready 160mph Ford Focus RS has rolled of the company’s factory line in Germany
Ford Focus RS prices and video released
Prices and full equipment spec lists for the Ford Focus RS have been announced – with UK buyers getting a cracking deal.
The ultimate Ford Focus RS picture collection
Ford has just released the latest pics of one of 2009’s hottest new cars – the awesome Focus RS.
Ford Focus RS makes official driving debut
Spectators at last weekend’s Wales Rally GB got the chance to see the Ford Focus RS make its official driving debut.
The credit crunch-busting Audi R8
A car enthusiast on a budget is likely to make Audi irate by building a version of the brilliant 187mph German supercar – based on a Ford Cougar.
Tuned 160mph+ Ford Focus RS for sale
A Ford Focus RS WRC replica tuned to 330bhp and capable of more than 160mph is for sale on Auto Trader.
All-new Ford Focus RS spotted in the UK
A Ford Focus RS has been spotted testing in the UK months ahead of the eagerly-anticipated hot hatch’s summer 2009 launch.
EXCLUSIVE: Ford Focus RS orders continue to soar
Huge demand for the new Ford Focus RS has resulted in hot hatch lovers buying their way onto the car’s waiting list despite Ford not asking for a deposit.
The Ford Focus is now available with a new Zetec S trim with the UK’s biggest selling car getting a selection of sporty upgrades.
The ultimate Ford GT for sale on Auto Trader
A version of the fastest, most powerful and adventurous road-legal Ford ever built is for sale on Auto Trader – the 221mph Ford GT Avro 720 Mirage.
Fastest ever Ford Focus ST announced
A power upgrade is now available for the Ford Focus ST making it one of the fastest hatchbacks in the world.
The high-performance Ford Focus RS is still six months away from being seen in UK showrooms, but more than 1000 have already been sold in the UK.
Thousands order Focus RS but don't know colour
More than 1,000 customers have placed an order for the new 300bhp Ford Focus RS - even though range colours aren't known yet.
All-new Ford Ka city car – new details
This is the stunning new Ford Ka city car which will make its world debut at the 2008 Paris Motor Show - and has been developed at Germany’s testing Nurburgring...
Doubts are growing that Ford will build a Mini-bashing hot ST version of its new Fiesta.
Bond girl draws attention to Ka
The Ford Ka is renowned as a popular car among women motorists, but its makers have devised a cunning plan to get men interested in the new version when it goes on sale in November.
Ford Ka in James Bond Quantum of Solace
The all new Ford Ka will play a cameo role alongside Hollywood superstar Daniel Craig in this year's James Bond movie Quantum of Solace.
Ford Ka to feature in James Bond Quantum of Solace
The all-new Ford Ka will play a cameo role alongside Hollywood superstar Daniel Craig in this year's James Bond movie Quantum of Solace..
The first offical video of the 2008 Ford Fiesta has been released. It's the latest version of Ford's best-selling supermini.
This is the all-new Ford Ka, which is scheduled to go on sale in November from around £8000.
Are men more romantic than women?
We’re used to the stereotype of men as the less emotional sex, while women pursue their quest for Mr Right. However a new survey from Ford suggests we could have it all wrong.
Ford has teamed up with a security specialist to create anti-theft kits for catalytic converters.
First picture of all-new Ford Ka
The first official picture of the brand new Ford Ka has been released, giving us an insight into future of Ford’s smallest car.
Britain's small car makers will be put out of business if the Government sets too ambitious carbon dioxide reduction targets, according to former Ford Chief Technical Officer Richard Parry-Jones.
First drive: Ford Fiesta ST500
You can tell when a car's about to go off sale, because the limited-edition versions come thick and fast. This ST500 is the latest run-out Fiesta.
Ford Fiesta ECOnetic – UK’s greenest car
The ultra-economical Ford Fiesta ECOnetic was unveiled at the British International Motor Show yesterday.
Ford Focus RS deposits rolling in
Ford is anticipating a long waiting list for its new Focus RS, even though the car will only be launched at the British Motor Show this morning.
EXCLUSIVE: First glimpse of new Ford Focus RS
We've got exclusive pictures of the the 300bhp Ford Focus RS in public for the very first time, ahead of its more public launch at today's British motor show.
Fastest Ford Fiesta Zetec S revealed
Ford has revealed details of the hottest version of its brand new Fiesta - the 120bhp Ford Fiesta Zetec S.
Latest official details: New Ford Fiesta
More official details of the eagerly-anticipated 2008 Ford Fiesta have been released with the supermini getting a super-green road tax-exempt engine.
Ford release new Focus RS pictures and details
All the details and some eye-popping new pictures have been released of the Ford Focus RS – the most anticipated performance car of the year.
Ford Fiesta Zetec S Red special edition
Ford has announced the Ford Fiesta Zetec S Red - a limited edition with a striking paint scheme and some tasty extras.
Ford Mondeo wins What Car? towcar title
The Ford Mondeo Estate has come out on top in this year's What Car? Towcar Awards 2008, beating a field of no fewer than 53 cars.
Official shots and details: Ford Focus RS
Hot on the heels of our earlier story, we’ve got official spy shots of the 2009 Ford Focus RS in action on the Nürbürgring race track.
Leaked: Official Ford Focus RS images
Official images of the forthcoming Ford Focus RS hot hatch have been leaked on to the internet ahead of its British Motor Show world debut.
Limited edition Fiesta ST 500 announced
Here is the Fiesta ST 500 limited edition – a kitted up special which looks set to send out the current Fiesta model with a bang.
Ford S-Max and Galaxy get most powerful diesel engine
The Ford S-Max and Galaxy are now being offered with the most powerful diesel engine Ford offers – a 2.2-litre 175bhp flagship.
Ford Focus and C-Max buyers can now specify adjustable control pedals, which can make the driving position more comfortable.
Ford updates Galaxy and S-Max ranges
The Ford S-Max and Galaxy ranges have been updated.
New luxury Ford Mondeo Titanium X Sport on sale
This is the new top-of-the-range luxury Mondeo – the hot Ford Mondeo Titanium X Sport, which is on sale now.
Facelifted Ford Focus ST on sale date announced
The 2008 Ford Focus ST hot hatch will go on sale on May 1st, with prices for the 150mph brute starting from £18,250.
New Ford Sport Vans earn their racing stripes
The Ford Ranger pick-up and Transit Connect Sport Van have been given a racy workover for wider appeal to the nation’s ‘White Van Men’.
Awesome 720bhp British Ford GT supercar
British tuners have built the ultimate Ford GT – the Avro 720 Mirage – and only ten of the exclusive supercars will be built.
Ford Kuga caught in public by Auto Trader
Auto Trader has exclusively scooped these sensational pictures of the all-new Ford Kuga weeks ahead of its official debut at the Geneva Motor Show.
Hot new Ford Fiesta - first pics
This is the stunning new 2008 Ford Fiesta – the sixth generation of Ford’s best-selling supermini.
Ford Focus Coupe Cabriolet: first official pics
The first official details of the Ford Focus Coupe Cabriolet have been released ahead of its launch later this year.
Ford announces even hotter Fiesta ST
Ford has announced official tuning packages for the Fiesta ST, increasing power without affecting the warranty.
The new Ford Focus is now on sale with a new look and new equipment. But prices are just £250 extra over the previous entry-level car.
New Fast Ford Focus RS confirmed
This is the first picture of the long-awaited Ford Focus RS – expected to have 300bhp and four-wheel-drive.
Ford Mustang is Knight Rider’s new K.I.T.T
K.I.T.T is making a welcome return as the star of Knight Rider – but this time he’s a Mustang.
A special edition Ford Fiesta Zetec Blue featuring 16-inch alloys has been launched for £9,995.
Retro Two-Tone Ford Ka on sale
A new version of one of the UK’s best selling superminis goes on sale – the all new Ford Ka Two-Tone.
Focus ST to join refreshed Focus range
A new Ford Focus ST is set to go on sale in March 2008, bringing the hot hatch model in line with the rest of the face-lifted range.
This is how the revised Ford Focus Coupe Cabriolet could look when it is launched in March 2008.
All-new Ford Focus range revealed
The new Ford Focus will have electronic stability programme as standard when it goes on sale in January, with prices starting from £11,945
New Ford Focus: what is 'Econetic'?
Econetic is the name Ford will give to a range of ultra-low-CO2 models that will start to arrive next year, beginning with the Focus.
Ford unveils new Fiesta Zetec S Celebration
Small car buyers are in for a treat - Ford has unveiled details of its new Fiesta Zetec S Celebration.
Top tuner rolls out 701bhp Ford GT
Ford’s iconic GT muscle car has been given a German makeover – Munich-based Geiger Cars has given the American classic 701bhp.
New Ford Mondeo tops safety ratings
The new Ford Mondeo is one of Europe’s safest cars according to crash test experts Euro NCAP.
Ford is gearing up to unveil its stunning four-wheel drive compact SUV at next week's Frankfurt motor show.
Hydrogen-powered Ford breaks 200mph mark
Ford has set the land speed record for a hydrogen-powered car – by breaking the 200mph barrier.
Crazy 650bhp Ford Mustang revealed
An American tuner is building an insane limited edition Ford Mustang with a tarmac-eating 650bhp.
World's most extreme Mustang - first pics
We've got the first pics of the world's most hardcore Mustang - the incredible 435bhp Roush 427R Trak Pak.
Ford reveals all-new Kuga for 2008
Ford has revealed its new 'crossover' 4x4 - based on the Iosis X concept - which will go on sale in Britain next year.
Crazy 725bhp Shelby Mustang – first pics
The creator of the infamous Shelby Cobra and GT500 has revealed his latest monster – the 725bhp GT500 Super Snake.
Ford 'to sell Jaguar and Land Rover'
Ford has given the strongest indication yet that it is preparing to sell luxury brands Land Rover and Jaguar.
End of the road for Ford Fiesta?
It's been an icon of cheap motoring for the last 30 years, but the curtains could finally be drawn on the Ford Fiesta.
Modifying gurus Roush have produced the ultimate limited edition Ford GT and we’ve got the first picture.
Ford’s sexy S-MAX is safer than ever with ESP and a new sports suspension fitted as standard on all models.
Sporty Transit earns its racing stripes
Once the preserve of tradesmen and delivery drivers, the Ford Transit has undergone the sportiest transformation in its 42 year history.
First photos of all-new Ford Mondeo
Moviegoers got a glimpse of it in Casino Royale and now Auto Trader has the official images of Ford’s hotly-anticipated new Mondeo.
Ford has unveiled details of its face-lifted C-Max. The compact MPV will adopt a sleeker, sportier feel than its predecessor.
Ford's sporty MPV tops Euro poll
The Ford S-Max MPV has been voted Europe's top car, fending off the new Vauxhall Corsa and Citroen C4 Picasso for top honours.
Ford: Petrol cars to cost more
Petrol-fuelled vehicles look set to become as expensive as diesels as their technology improves, according to motoring giants Ford.
Ford to invest £1 billion in green technology
Ford is to invest £1 billion to develop greener vehicles in Britain. The car giants will deliver more than 100 models offering improved emissions and fuel economy.
Ford Focus Coupe-Cabriolet details
The new Ford Focus Coupe-Cabriolet arrives in UK showrooms this October.
Sharp new look for Mondeo-man?
This sexy-looking family car could well be the next Mondeo, if Ford lives up to its promises.
Sharp new look for Mondeo-man?
This sexy-looking family car could well be the next Mondeo, if Ford lives up to its promises.
Ford has launched a special-edition Fiesta that comes loaded with £800 worth of high-tech gadgets.
New V8 diesel bound for Ford group cars
A powerful new Ford V8 diesel with more than 270bhp is on the way for a range of marques, including Jaguar and Land Rover.
Ford issues recall for Galaxy models
More than 7000 Galaxys are being recalled over fears of engine fires. Ford has found that the engine's flywheel could fail, resulting in fires in extreme cases.
Bioethanol now on sale at UK pumps
Bioethanol now on sale at UK pumps
More details on all-new Ford Ranger
Orders books open for hot Polo
IF YOU want to get your hands on Volkswagen's baby hot hatch, the Polo GTI, VW dealerships are taking orders now.
Lower servicing costs for Ford owners
Green fuel plant gets go-ahead
Construction of the UK's first ever grain bioethanol refinery has been given the go-ahead.
Ford has named its new sporty MPV the S-Max. Previously code-named SAV, the S-Max is due to go on sale this summer with prices expected to start at around £15,000.
Clue to new Ford Ranger's looks
Ford replaces its Ranger pick-up late in 2006, and this 4-Trac concept truck could give a few pointers to its looks.
Ford will unveil its new Equator 4x4 concept at the Tokyo Motor Show later this month, although the company is adamant that the production version isn't destined for the UK.
Ford has given the go ahead to a seven-seat MPV it unveiled as the SAV concept car at the Geneva Motor Show in March.
Ford has spruced up its Mondeo family car range but left prices unchanged, starting at £15,995.
Ford has given the official go-ahead for a convertible version of the new Focus.
Ford's Focus C-Max five-seat MPV will start at £13,175 when it goes on sale next month - £475 more than the Scenic but £1295 less than the cheapest Zafira.
Ford plans a 21st-century Capri
Ford will unveil the spiritual successor to the Capri at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September.
Jam-dodging sat-nav for Mondeo
Ford Mondeo buyers can now opt for a traffic-detecting satellite navigation system.
Ford's Focus range has been extended with the addition of a new LPG model and a limited-edition diesel.
Ford is offering savings of more than £1000 on selected models across its range.
Ford is offering a pair of well equipped Focus and Fiesta specials until the end of September.
Get a year's free fuel with Ford
Ford is giving away a year's free fuel with its diesel cars. All customers who order a diesel model before the end of January 2004 will get a fuel card.
Meet hottest Fiesta at Brit show
Ford will decide whether to build a high-powered RS version of its Fiesta supermini after the Birmingham Motor Show in May.
Ford has raised the prices of its revamped Mondeo family car line-up by as much as £1350 on the range-topping ST220, although most models only increase by £250 and all now get more equipment.
Ford slashes spare parts prices
Ford owners who have been in a collision will now be faced with lower repair bills after the manufacturer cut the cost of spare parts on selected models.
Ford slams UK emissions policy
Ford of Britain chairman Roger Putnam has hit out at the Government's "onerous" carbon dioxide legislation, claiming it will cost customers money and could hamper efforts to improve pedestrian safety.
Ford has pulled the plug on its Maverick 4x4, blaming sluggish sales on the lack of a diesel model.
Race is on to buy last Focus RS
Buyers wanting the storming Ford Focus RS performance car need to act quickly if they want to get one of the few cars still available.
Ford has confirmed that 101 of its GT supercars will be imported to Europe - but prospective buyers will have to explain why they think they deserve one.
The Ford Focus C-Max midi-MPV is now available through the Motability contract hire scheme for motorists with special needs.
Ford has launched a special version of its Streetka called Winter Edition to mark the arrival of a new removable hard top for the two-seater convertible.
Ford has launched a new initiative to make its cars more suitable for drivers with disabilities.
Ford Fiesta is favourite Supermini
'The Fiesta is the most entertaining car to drive in its class', said our panel of roadtesters when they first drove the New Fiesta.
Ford is to develop a small, budget-priced 'world car' to be sold in emerging markets such as Asia and South America as well as Europe, reports the FT.
Concept gives clues to new Focus
Ford is dropping heavy hints about the styling of the new Ford Focus with its Focus Concept, on display at the Beijing Motor Show in China.
Focus people carrier breaks cover
Ford has unveiled its answer to the Zafira and Scenic. The Multi Activity Vehicle concept, 'C-MAX', debuts in Paris and is headed for Birmingham next month.
Ford and Renault put up prices
Two of the three biggest-selling car manufacturers in the UK have put up their prices.
The new Fiesta has only been on sale for a few months ? and the 3-door hasn?t even been launched yet, but Ford is already rolling out the offers.
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