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Nissan Hatchback to Target VW Golf, Ford Focus
Nissan is taking aim at Europe’s five-door hatchback segment next year to take on the Ford Focus and Volkswagen Golf.
Top 10 Compact Sedans with the Biggest Trunks
Compact cars are affordable, they’re usually a lot of fun to drive and can deliver impressive fuel economy numbers. As government regulators push for ever-greater efficiency, small sedans and hatchbacks are becoming increasingly important.
Ford Sees Major Growth in ‘Super Segment’ Vehicles
Ford is rolling four key vehicle segments – subcompact, compact, small utility vehicles, and midsize sedans – into one, naming it the super segment.
Top 10 Compact Cars with the Largest Back Seats
A couple weeks ago our Top 10 target was the large-sedan segment. We looked at a diverse lineup of full-figured four doors, comparing them based on their theoretical maximum range. We multiplied the number of gallons in their respective fuel tanks by each of their highway economy ratings. SEE ALSO: Top 10 Large Sedans With…
Ford Only Brand to Top Two Million U.S. Sales in 2012
Ford is on track to sell 2.2-million vehicles in the U.S. this year, marking its second straight year topping the 2-million mark and being the only brand in America to do so.
Ford Focus Gets Top Safety Rating from NHTSA
The 2013 Ford Focus has earned top marks from NHTSA, scoring a five-star rating in its New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
2014 Ford Focus RS to Boast 350 HP
Slowly, but surely, details on the next-generation Ford Focus RS are starting to be revealed. This time around, reports are that the Focus RS is destined to make an appearance in 2014 sporting a 2.3-liter, four-cylinder with 350 hp.
Custom Ford Focus STs Previewed Ahead of SEMA
Joining the custom Ford Fusions that are heading to this year’s SEMA Show, will be five custom Ford Focus STs built by Tanner Foust Racing, Bojix Design, M&J Enterprise, Galpin Auto Sports and Steeda Autosports.
Next Gen Ford Focus RS Could Gain High-Tech Active Differential
While Ford has remained mostly quiet about its next-generation Focus RS model, the American automaker recently threw out a hint that the hot hatch could get an active front limited-slip differential to help control torque steer.
Range Rover Evoque Named 2012 Women’s World Car of the Year
The voting is in and the 2012 Women’s World Car of the Year is the Range Rover Evoque. The Evoque took home top honors after women motoring writers from 12 different countries chimed in with their votes.
Ford Claims Best Fuel Economy at Montreal Green Rally
Vehicles don’t try to race around the course as quickly as possible at the Montreal Green Rally.
Ford Focus-Based Lincoln May Debut at L.A. Auto Show
It’s been a while since we’ve heard rumors of Lincoln’s compact car but it appears that development continues and the production model will be based on the Ford Focus.
Ford Falsely Claims Toyota Corolla’s ‘Best Seller’ Title
While last week Ford claimed that the Focus was the best selling car this year to date, it is now apparent that this isn’t actually true.
Ford Focus Set to Take Sales Crown from Toyota Corolla
Ford is gaining a lot of momentum these days. Not only has the American automaker produced 350-million vehicles, but it’s Ford Focus compact has sold more this year than its closest competitor, the Toyota Corolla.
Ford Celebrates 350 Millionth Vehicle Produced
A Ford Focus rolled off of the assembly line in Rayong, Thailand today, officially claiming the title of the 350 millionth vehicle produced by the Ford Motor Company.
Ford Focus Could get Fusion Driver-Assist Tech
In the North American market, the midsize-sedan segment commands the most clout, and therefore recieves the best technology, although Ford may go against the stereotype and offer its suite of driver-assistance technology in the compact Focus.
Ford Focus ST Promo Video Released
The Ford Focus ST is coming to American dealerships in September, and ahead of its launch the blue oval is releasing a series of videos called “Focus ST Sessions” which showcase the car going head-to-head with its competitors.
Ford Focus ST Fuel Economy Released: 32 MPG Highway
When you think of a hatchback with 252 hp and 270 lb-ft of torque, good gas milage is probably far from being in the list of top priorities, but would you complain if it came with the package anyway?
Dodge Dart Hatchback Maybe Revealed in Patent Drawings
Dubious news about a Dodge Dart hatchback is surfacing after an Italian forum posted patent drawings depicting what could be a hatchback version of the brand’s high mpg poster boy. Then again, maybe not.
2013 Ford Focus ST Commercial Shot by Fans Revealed
Last month, Ford made a call out to its fans to help film its new Focus ST commercial on the streets of Key West, Florida.
2013 Ford Focus ST Commercial Could Have Your Footage
Ford is inviting fans and aspiring videographers to head on over to Florida’s Key West to play a part in the filming for the 2013 Ford Focus ST television commercial.
Ford Focus Classic For Sale in China, Priced Like New Focus in US
Would you entertain the idea of buying an old-model Ford Focus new from the manufacturer? In today’s throwaway culture it’s hard to imagine buying anything but the latest product, but that’s not the perspective everywhere. In other parts of the world, previous model cars remain for sale at a discount after a new lines debut.
Return of the Three-Cylinder Engine: the Answer to High Gas Prices
With sky-high gas prices on the horizon and increasingly strict emissions standards for car manufacturers to live up to, consumers are constantly looking for more options when it comes to fuel economy, and automakers are equally eager to deliver. For those reasons manufacturers are continuing to downsize engines. It was a tough sell for car…
New Ford Commercial Ditches Logo, Doesn’t Mention Brand
In an interesting marketing tactic, Ford‘s latest commercial uses an unusual scheme to get attention: it doesn’t mention the brand at all.
