Thursday, September 16, 2010

New Ford Focus ST


The evolution of the Focus ST goen on....... Ford will reveal all later this month at the Paris Motor Show with this new high-performance hot-hatch.

Packing a striking and appealing stance and a beefy 247bhp turbocharged engine, the ST will sit at the top of the all-new Focus range - that is until the new RS comes around.

The new model eatures a version of the all-new direct-injection 2.0-litre EcoBoost engine, replacing the old 2.5-litre five-cylinder unit, and offers greater power, and more efficiency.

New owners can be promised a 0-60mph time in less than six seconds and a top speed of155mph. A six-speed manual box should emit just 180g/km of CO2.

A huge mesh grille at the front incorporates the muscular bodykit complete with low sills. At the back is a roof spoiler and low rear bumper, allowing twin exhausts to exit through its centre.

The new ST won’t be available as a three-door, however, an estate could join the five-door for the first time.

No Irish release date or prices has been announced as of yet.

Audi R8 RS - The Ultimate ?



Audi R8 RS could be a twin-turbo V10 thanks to MTM........

The truth about the ultimate R8 is emerging...This picture could be of an all-new twin-turbocharged V10 R8 model from German tuning company MTM.

MTM is rumoured to be working on a twin-turbocharged version of Audi's 5.2-litre V8 producing upwards of 800bhp. Expect 0-62mph in under three seconds and a top speed well in excess of 225mph.

Monday, September 13, 2010

The Stig reveals all

Ben Collins gives a v sign to the BBC in long interview with the Sunday Times....full report to follow....