2014 Ford Transit Courier

Ford expands its commercial vehicle model family with a new entry-level model, the 2014 Ford Transit Courier.

The redesign of the family of Ford commercial vehicle is moving along rapidly, now also the new Transit Courier was presented, which is to complement the model family at the bottom.

Was developed during the larger Transit Connect is based on the Ford Focus, the Ford Courier in transit as a base. This is clear from the first look at the front end, which is held in the dynamic look of the Ford Fiesta.

But the rest of practical city van follows its very own line, especially the tail presents itself very self and dynamic for a van.

It is the transit couriers can despite dynamic optics inspire an even better load capacity. With a load floor length of 162 cm, the smallest model in the range of Ford commercial vehicle presents very spacious. Those who choose the optional grid-partition between the cockpit and storage space can, by the folding front passenger seat even up to 2.59 meters long transport objects. With a vehicle length of 4.16 meters to 2.3 cubic meters of load volume are available.

A sliding side door also facilitates the loading of the page. In the cargo area offer numerous mounting points in the body space for the installation of shelving systems or installation. An LED charge room lighting is also optionally available.

The driver can also look forward to a very modern workplace, which has many practical shelves, especially the "mega-center" console.

With the engine, customers can choose between two diesel and a petrol variant. All engines feature turbocharging with advanced direct injection technology and a start / stop system. The two Duratorq TDCi diesel with 1.5 and 1.6 liters have an output of 75 hp (55 kW) or 95 hp (70 kW), which has 1.0-liter EcoBoost three-cylinder gasoline 100 hp () 74 kW.

Well equipped, the small town delivery is also in terms of safety. In addition to ABS and ESP are also side, head and knee airbags are available. Optionally, there is also the Ford SYNC system with emergency assistant or even a reversing camera.

In addition to the van version of the Transit Courier is also available in a version with a car 60:40 divisible rear seat options. Prices and an exact launch date for the new City-vans were not yet known.

2013 Ford Fiesta Review

For the new model year, Ford has revised the Fiesta visually and technically. Our first exit shows that a lot has changed.

The Ford Fiesta counts since 1976 to the top vehicles in its class and has sold over 15 million copies. In 2008, the current generation has been introduced to the market, which has now been completely redesigned for the new model year.

Compared to its predecessor, the new Fiesta has become not only sleek, he can set properly even with the safety and comfort.

Visual level, the revamped Fiesta mainly due to the new front end with its umfasten chrome radiator grille in the style of Aston Martin, the car gives a lot of the small world dynamics. The tail now adorn LED taillights and a new spoiler.

Has done much more in the interior, where the Fiesta is now presenting much higher quality than its predecessor. New door handles, a new center console and for the first time from the Titanium also features a convenient front armrest are the highlights.

As standard, the Fiesta also has 7 airbags, ABS and ESP, and on request, there is a trend from equipment and the Active City Stop, accidents up to a speed of 30 km / h should be avoided or reduced.

An innovative new feature is also the key MyKey system, which is standard equipment on board from trend. Using a master key, other keys can be programmed, in which, for example, the volume of the radio or the top speed will be limited. Especially with parents whose children have been doing just the license, this feature will be popular.

Another highlight of the class offers the Fiesta with SYNC not only a free emergency wizard that automatically notified in the event of an accident, the emergency services, but also a voice command for a connected mobile phone or music control the vehicle.

The system can control it with voice commands much simpler than previous voice control systems. Also not natural for this class of vehicle is a rear view camera, a hill-start assist, or a built-in GPS. Also on board are then already electric front windows, power steering, central locking and the extensive safety features.

The Fiesta offers an audio system with CD player and steering wheel remote control, a leather steering wheel and leather gear knob, front fog lights and body-colored door handles.

Those who opt for the top equipment line Titanium gets even with the new 1.0 liter 3-cylinder engine with 80 hp and 15 "alloy wheels, a trip computer, chrome trim, manual air conditioning, a premium center console with armrest and headlights LED daytime running lights.

With the engine, customers can the gasoline engines between the proven 1.25 liter engine with 60 hp (44 kW) and 82 hp (60 kW), which is also already available in the previous 1.6-liter petrol engine with Ford PowerShift automatic and 105 hp (77 kW) and the new 1.0-liter 3-cylinder engine in four tiers choose.

No turbo, there is the 1.0-liter engine with 65 hp (48 kW) and 80 PS (59 kW), as EcoBoost can choose between 100 hp (74 kW) and 125 hp (92 kW).

Diesel fans can choose between the 1.5-liter TDCi with 75 PS (55 kW) and the 1.6-liter TDCi with 95 PS (70 kW), which is also available in an ECOnetic version and a CO2 emissions comes from just 87 g / km.

For a first exit we have chosen the two 1.0-liter turbocharged versions. Right after the start that strikes you the greatly improved sound insulation. The new Fiesta's interior is much quieter than its predecessor, even at high speeds barely penetrate the engine or road noise in the interior.

Even the materials used look in reality much higher quality, and so the Fiesta already feels like a car of the next higher class.

Leave nothing to be desired, the EcoBoost engines. Even the 100 PS version provides plenty of driving fun and excellent performance figures. In 11.2 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h and up to 180 km / h on the road. , One feels outside of the city in good hands. In city traffic, then you can enjoy one of the excellent pulling power, which already can feel a lot of power from the start.

Of course is the more sporty 1.0-liter EcoBoost with 125 hp, which is in 9.4 seconds to sprint from 0 to 100 km / h and up to 196 completed km / h. Usual crisp presents itself then by the chassis, which allows fleet cornering speeds.

Nevertheless, the Fiesta is not uncomfortable and also absorbs bumps very well off. Those who still want to sport will have to wait until spring, then there is also the Fiesta ST in a sharp version of the 1.6 liter turbo engine with 182 hp.

2013 New Ford Kuga Review

Under its attractive and newly designed body of the 2013 new Ford Kuga is convincing with a significantly more generous space and space than its predecessor.

There have been revised almost all of the techniques used and widely improved. The sportiness of the new Kuga stands externally particularly visible, and the impression is confirmed later in the driving range.

The convenience benefits of the new Kuga is one of the exceptionally quiet interior. Ride, wind and road noise could be reduced significantly by consuming improvements in detail. It faces recurrent situations in which you could almost believe you drive an electric car, or in hybrid mode.

The progress are also due to the use of special measuring methods with elliptical acoustic mirrors with which the experts have tracked by Ford external noise and vibration sources and eliminated.

The improvements in the space just as impressive as the revised design of the passenger compartment and the controls of the driver. Also the use of new materials in the interior of the vehicle now evaluates the Kuga.

The luggage compartment is waiting for with an improved accessibility. Especially practical: the electrically operated tailgate can now be opened via a sensor in the bumper, and then closed again. Here we see the brilliant advantage that objects can not be invited to be made ​​just before the opening of the tailgate down.

The trunk itself is characterized by an increase in storage capacity of 46 liters, the split rear seat backs can be folded down with one hand and then give a flat load floor. Thus, a load volume of 481 liters, with 5-seater configuration and to 1653 liters with rear seats folded down and loading is up to the roof edge.

The engine of the new Ford Kuga will include the model introduction in March 2013 two petrol and two diesel engines. The petrol engines are a 1.6 liter each Eco-Boost engine with direct fuel injection. As a 4x2 driven variant, the engine 150 hp at 240 Nm and a 4x4 variant is the power of the engine increased to 182 hp at the same nominal output of 240 Nm.

The two initially offered diesel engines is true also that the 2.0-liter TDCi four-cylinder turbo-diesel in the type 4x2 an output of 140 hp with 320 Nm of uses in the four-wheel version 4x4, 162 hp and 340 Nm provided. During the first half of the year, Ford will have another diesel model, 2.0 TDCi 115 bhp, but bring only with 4x2 drive and manual transmission for sale.

Driving the new Kuga to take either a manual 6-speed manual transmission or a 6-speed automatic - here called Ford PowerShift - which, however, can only be combined in conjunction with the two diesel variants with 140 and 162 hp. The 1.6 Eco-boost with 150 horsepower is merely purchase as 4x2 (only front wheel drive) model, the 2.0 TDCi 140 bhp can be ordered both as well as 4x2 and 4x4 versions.

The fuel consumption data from the overrun Ford combined at the two petrol engines between 6.6 and 7.7 liters per 100 km, at 154 and 179 g / km Emission value. The diesel engines are at 5.3 and 5.9 liters Verbrauch/100 miles and miles from emission values ​​of 139 and 154 g /.

Principle has to be said that even the basic trend is very comprehensive and includes the most important driver assistance systems. The variant increases Titanum these designs with further assistance systems, climate control, alloy wheels, leather interior and much more.

Ford Atlas Concept

Ford shows in Detroit with the Ford Atlas Concept, might look like the next generation of full-size pickup trucks.

In Detroit, Ford is presenting the Atlas Concept, which will provide an outlook for the next generation of full-size pickup trucks from Ford.

The Atlas Concept is not just the design of a taste, but it also shows technical, planning what direction Ford. So shall the future pickups offer more practical detail solutions and more efficient.

Ford also wants to create a balance, while increasing the usefulness and comfort of the vehicles. The Atlas Concept will appeal to both artisans, as well as lifestyle-oriented customers.

For instance the concept car on a new platform that can be extended with a few simple steps to get bikes or vehicles on the bed. Also easier it will do if you are traveling with a trailer, here extend only a few steps to couple a trailer to the towing vehicle.

Maintain the concept car has the beefy design of the current Ford pickup trucks. The new LED lighting technology to let the Atlas Concept here even act more aggressively.

Thanks to new EcoBoost engines including start / stop system and a refined aerodynamics, the new pick-up but will be much more efficient way than the current model.

Ford shows at the concept car that many details are needed in total to achieve a great improvement. Changed panels are just as significant as the automatic retractable running board, which can be seen only when the doors as training and get started, but then disappears electronically, in order to minimize air turbulence.

Although the interior of the Atlas Concept still looks very futuristic, some details such as the large multi-touch screen display in the center console will be but to find even in the next generation of the F-Series.

The Ford Atlas Concept is already a very accurate view of a new pick-up generation of Ford.

2013 Ford Mondeo

Ford presented at the GoFurther - Events announced 15 new models for Europe, and also premiered the new 2013 Ford Mondeo.

Based on the global "One Ford" product strategy, we can look forward in the next 5 years over 15 new Ford models, the first time it is also the next Ford Mustang come across the official Ford-sales network to Europe.

During the event, Ford has also presented the first information and pictures of the new Mondeo. The new Mondeo is the base tells the U.S. model Ford Fusion, but quite adapted to European tastes go.

So it is the Ford Mondeo as before in three body styles give (5-door, 4-door and station wagon), but the first time is based on the sedan, a hybrid version of the offer. For class-leading fuel consumption and emission values ​​then will the 1.0-liter EcoBoost engine in the Mondeo care.

Debut in the Mondeo and the combination of a diesel engine and all-wheel drive, with which the Ford Fiesta deliver not only outstanding traction, handling and performance characteristics, but will also excel in efficiency.

First car in its class, listens to the newly developed Ford Mondeo with adaptive full-LED headlamps. Other innovations on board one of the new multi-media connectivity system, Ford SYNC including operating system, MyFord Touch, which provides among other things a central 8 "touchscreen and connectivity for up to five mobile devices via Wi-Fi.

To provide more security for the first time in the Mondeo airbelt for the rear passengers, making the U.S. company once again proves its ability to innovate.

In addition to the Mondeo can be curious also to the expansion of off-line, here is Ford bringing three new models to Europe. The smallest SUV, the Ford EcoSport will go to the start, which is already available in Asia and place within the next 18 months is also the way to Europe.


Somewhat earlier, in early 2013, the new Kuga will celebrate its premiere in Europe. With a modern design and a top-end features to the compact off-roader with the VW Tiguan and Co. make good terrain.

Above the Kugas still room for the Ford Edge will be the already enjoys great popularity in the U.S.. The crossover model from Ford boasts a sporty design and a classy amenities.

U.S. car lovers can also look forward to the next generation of the Ford Mustang, the time will find their way to Europe. The engineers from Europe to work with the new generation Mustang already busy, so the Mustang not only looks sporty, it is so moving. It will have the genes of the Focus RS and ST and thereby set new standards also driving dynamics.

2013 Ford Fiesta Redesign

Ford is now the first photos of the 2013 Ford Fiesta Redesign.
Recognize the new Ford Fiesta is born primarily of the modified front end, which is dominated by the newly designed grille in a trapezoidal shape. Has also changed the design of the headlights which are now also available with LED daytime running lights.

In the interior there are new fabrics and materials and advanced equipment. So there is for the new Ford Fiesta and the communication system "SYNC", the emergency brake assist "Active City Stop" and the programmable key system "Ford MyKey".

Ford MyKey celebrates the Fiesta also has its European premiere and the first time in a small car collection. The owner has the option to program the vehicle key, so that for example if the car is used by inexperienced drivers, not speed over 130 km / h is possible, or that the radio can be turned on only up to a certain volume, or to only turn on when all passengers are buckled up.

The engines extends the Ford Fiesta range in the new 1.0-liter EcoBoost petrol engines to impress with lots of driving pleasure and fuel economy to customers.

More details and photos will be announced at the public debut of the new Ford Fiesta at the Paris Motor Show.

2013 Ford Explorer Sport Price Starts at $40,720

From September, the 2013 Ford Explorer Sport is available at U.S. dealerships, its exercise price is $40,720.

The sporty and luxurious top model of Explorer - series uses a 3.5-liter V6 EcoBoost engine, which has an output of 365 hp. Compared to the V8 engines of the competition, the new Ford engine consumes substantially less for the same driving pleasure.

In addition to the lively engine, the Explorer Sport also extensive standard equipment from the factory, which includes, among other things, a 2-zone climate control, electrically adjustable front seats with heating, a rearview camera and a Sony premium audio system with HD radio and 12 speakers.

At the request of the Ford Explorer Sport can also still with BLIS, front seat cooling, Remote Start System, Keyless Entry & Drive, a panoramic sunroof and a navigation system are equipped. The first models of the Ford Explorer sport will be on display from September in U.S. showrooms.

2013 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Cobra

In honor of the 10th May 2012 Carroll Shelby Ford died last weekend has 2013 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Cobra presented with 850 hp.

One last goodbye to a big car personality: In honor of the 10th Late May 2012, Carroll Shelby unveiled the "Friends of Carroll Shelby" Last weekend the Mustang Shelby GT500 Cobra.

This arose from a unique collaboration between the Ford Motor Company, Shelby American and Ford Racing. In memory of the unforgettable tuner and designer of racing cars Ford has also renamed a street at the site of the development center in Dearborn (Michigan) in the name of the charismatic sports car legend.

Under the brand name of the car company, Cobra and Shelby developed in the past six decades, many high-performance vehicles. With its performance-enhanced and optimized for racing versions of the AC Cobra and the GT40 and Mustang models from Ford Shelby was instrumental from the early 1960s share of the excellent reputation of the brand in terms of high-performance automobiles.

Edsel Ford II (Member of the Board of Ford Motor Company), Jim Farley (Vice-President of Sales and Marketing) and John Air (president of Shelby American) gave a unique Shelby GT500 Cobra as part of the "Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion" before in California . This year's edition of the prestigious motorsport festival is dominated by Carroll Shelby and the 50-year anniversary of his 1962 Shelby Cobra race car featured.

"Carroll Shelby himself was at the age of 89 years have been an inspiration to us all," Jim Farley stressed during the ceremony. "We celebrate 2012, the 50-year anniversary of the original Shelby Cobra. This special model is its fascinating idea into practice, the current Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 to turn into a real Cobra."

Based on the standard Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 model year 2013 with 5.8 liters and 487 kW large (662 hp) V8 engine developed the "Friends of Carroll Shelby" a spectacular one-off. Under the much wider body is now a 4.0-liter V8 supercharged and provides more than 625 kW (850 hp) for an advance that would have been in keeping with the iconic developer. Thus, the sheer force not literally goes up in smoke on the rear axle provide powerful low-profile tires of size 345/30 ZR 20 for the extra grip.

2013 Ford Mustang GT Red Tails

Ford puts the muscle car Mustang GT on a single piece. The 2013 Ford Mustang GT Red Tails edition will take strong bonds at the legendary American fighter pilot "North American P-51 Mustang." The car will be auctioned for the benefit of a good purpose.

The auction of the Ford Mustang Red Tails Edition 26 July 2012 during the "Gathering of Eagles" (Assembly of the eagle) at Oshkosh in the U.S. state of Wisconsin to take place. Although this so-called AirVenture takes place only at the Wittman Regional Airport, it is but according to organizers, the largest airline in the world meeting. Organized meeting and auction of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) are. The proceeds of the car will benefit the Young Eagles program of the EAA. This program will inspire young people for jobs in the aviation industry.

Award for veterans of pilot
Ford Edsel Bryant Ford board member II indicates that the Mustang will be Red Tails Edition also a tribute to American fighter pilots of World War II. He specifically mentioned the Tuskegee Airmen, one of the first African American pilot seasons of the United States. These squadrons flew partly the above mentioned fighter North American P-51 Mustang. The P-51 machines of the Tuskegee Airmen were recognized by their red-painted aircraft tail - a feature that the "Red-Tails" single piece both visually and takes its name. Red Tail means "red tail". The Red Tails GT is in honor of the P-51 equipped with the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) 00051st

Polished aluminum
The shell of the Mustang Red Tails is made of polished aluminum, which Ford covers with a dull silvery paint in the series is not available. There is also like the P-51 fighter-original emphasis in Race Red and yellow school bus. The cockpit was umdesignt and the rear seat had to leave the car. On the backs of the leather seats with red yarn is a thick "Red Tails" logo is embroidered.

5.0-liter V8 and four-sidepipes
It is powered by the Ford Mustang GT Red Tails  is a 5.0-liter V8, which is set by a 2.3-liter supercharged pressure. Information on driving performance and the value does not Ford. The exhaust gases escape through a spectacular four-sidepipes. In addition, the car with a handling package, 20-inch wheels, Brembo brakes and a special diffuser is fitted.

2013 Ford F-150

For over six decades, the 2013 Ford F-150 one of the best-selling cars in the U.S. Now 306 hp is at least subjected to strong pick-up for the coming model year, a facelift.

2013 ford f-150

Bruceville / Texas (USA), For decades, he is on the market and he was always among the best-selling cars, often the number one. The speech is not the VW Golf, but from one of the most popular cars in the U.S., the Ford F-150. The new model year, the powerful pick-up has now been refreshed.

Huge Grille
Most visible change is the restyled front end. A lush thick radiator grille with three cross bars flanked by xenon headlights. Added depending on the equipment 18 or 20-inch rims. Since the Ford F-150 depending on the engine has more than five tons of towing capacity, he is popular for towing. To this purpose mirrors are offered which can be extended very far electrically.

The interior has long been the end with Spartan furnishings. On offer here are screens in the center console of sizes 4.2 and eight inches, or a navigation system or leather seats with Alcantara. Is a classic dual cab it to the F-150 variants in the Lariat, King Ranch, Limited and Platinum. The acronym stands XLT contrast to the somewhat simpler single cabin with a narrow shelf behind the seats.

Powerful Engines
Diesel engines available we will search in vain, but instead can choose the preferred rural customers between four gasoline. Entry engine is a 3.7-liter V6 with 306 hp and maximum torque of 377 Newton meters. It ranked an eight-cylinder with five-liter displacement and 365 hp. King under the hood is a 6.2-liter V8. Key figures: 417 hp, 588 Newton meters, over five tons of towing capacity and a consumption of 13.0 liters on the highway. Only 10.7 liters per 100 kilometers with 370 swallowed a PS and 569 Nm of only slightly weaker 3.5-liter V6 with twin charging. So far, started the Ford F-150 at $ 24,495, not including local taxes.

Ford Mustang Voting

At SEMA 2012, the Grand Opening in Las Vegas, Ford will unveil a specially created for women of Mustang. Now you can choose from three designs, the winner.

Ford is the first time on the main tuning show in America, SEMA 2012, designed by women to imagine a Mustang and also sell via eBay for a good cause.

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About SBN (SEMA Business Women's Network) has been chosen three designs, which now attract the favor of customers. The winning design will then be made ​​to the SEMA as a single piece.

The model "High Gear" is a very luxurious version of the Ford Mustang and was provided with very subtle changes, a harmonious and elegant colors in the foreground.

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The second draft is the "chromatic" to choose who is struggling with something futuristic design and cheerful colors for the votes of the voters. The neon colors stand out particularly in the eye, the interior is brilliant white leather.

The third version of the Mustang "Fast Metal", which is reminiscent of the muscle car era and would like to achieve with muscular-eye and Three-color finish to win. Dark gray / gold tones in combination with red edged black stripe make the fast even when standing metal seem very dynamic.

Which model has won, then you will see at SEMA 2012, after which the Ford Mustang on eBay for auction.

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2012 Ford Ranger Wildtrak Reviews

In United States, the Ford F150 is still the measure of all things when it comes to the issue of pickup. For at least 180 countries of the world, Ford Ranger in the offer. The most powerful version of the 2013 Ford Ranger Wildtrak with the 3.2-liter TDCi, a five-cylinder diesel that delivers 147 kW (200 hp) and, moreover, is best equipped.

2012 Ford Ranger Wildtrak

The Type
It is a true SUV. The Ranger will be a soft flushed pickup that only satisfied customers lifestyle. Whether it comes to towing capacity, payload, wading or off-property. The Ranger surpasses the performance of some of its major competitors in some cases significantly. For example, should the new pickup in some versions of Ford pull up to 3,350-pound trailer. The Ford Ranger with the classic rear-wheel drive impresses with a maximum payload of 1206 kg after all! Even when fully loaded, the 4x4 versions crossing rivers with a depth of up to 80 inches (800 mm) with ease. And thanks to a ground clearance of up to 232 mm is also not a real problem difficult terrain

The fact that all the positive properties of off-road comfort was not neglected is reflected in many areas. The sound insulation was equally important as a review of the suspension on the front axle. The rear leaf springs were retained, but that does not show any negative effects in practical use.

With 23 storage and storage compartments inside the double cab is lifted from the Ranger also from its competitors. These range from a low shelf in the center console with a volume of 8.5 liters. In combination with the air conditioning system where they can be kept refrigerated up to six cans. The glove compartment is large enough for laptops with 15-inch monitor and the door shelves provide space for 1.5 liter bottles. There are also a number of smaller shelves for mobile phones and other small items. Below the rear seats are installed hidden compartments arranged to leave valuable items in which to place hidden from view.

Wildtrak including flagship six-speed automatic is fitted as standard including a 2-zone automatic climate control, cruise control and navigation system with 5-inch multifunction screen. The same applies to the Navi in ​​the included CD audio system with radio which is equipped with numerous interfaces for Bluetooth, USB and iPod connections via voice control, and includes a rearview camera display in rearview mirror.

The driving characteristics
Setback is 5.30 m long, the Ranger. Violently, but absolutely no problem. For the Ranger is easy to handle. Because among other things, helps the power steering, which works from lock to lock steering wheel turns with 3.5 and thus the most direct counts in this segment.

The dynamics in conjunction with the optional six-speed automatic transmission and the powerful torque of 470 Nm quite impressive. On the back seat thanks to the comfortable compared to the predecessor's growing foot space travel possible on longer journeys.

In addition to standard equipment: ABS, ESP, hill-start assist and seven airbags can boast of the latest generation Ford Ranger with 5 stars in Euro NCAP crash test e. So far, the New Ranger is the only pickup that could meet the stringent requirements of this test method.


Specifications: 3.2 TDCi Ford Ranger Wildtrak

Engine: 5 cylinder diesel
Transmission: Six-speed automatic
Displacement: 3198 cc
Power in kW / hp at rpm xy / 147 kW (200 hp) / 3,000
Max torque: 470 Nm at 2,750 rpm
Length / width / height in mm 5.351/1.850/1.821
Wheelbase: 3,220 mm in
Curb weight: 2191 kg
Perm. Total weight: 3.200 kg
Load volume: 1.18 cubic meters
Tires: 265/60 R 18
Wheels: 8 x 18 "light alloy
Speeding: not known
Maximum speed: 175 km / h
Fuel tank capacity: 80 liters
Combined transport fuel consumption: 10.4 liters per 100 km.