AutoDrum RSS Feed - Press Releases http://autodrum.com AutoDrum - Automotive media en-us AutoDrum Sat, 11 Feb 2012 07:23:25 +0200 Ford Focus RS500 2010 http://autodrum.com/cars/ford/reviews/focus_rs500_2010 <img src="http://static.autodrum.com/tmp/automobiles/ford/focus_rs500_2010/gallery/thumb/focus_rs500_2010_1_250x125.jpg" width="250" height="125" alt="Focus RS500" /> <br/>A new and powerful limited edition Focus RS model, called the RS500, is being launched as the ultimate performance Ford and will provide the definitive driving experience for serious performance car enthusiasts. Making its global debut at the 2010 Leipzig Motor Show in Germany on April 9, the new model has been given the RS500 designation to highlight its strictly-limited production run of 500 individually-numbered vehicles, all of which will be offered for customers to purchase.The new Focus RS500 ... Tue, 30 Mar 2010 10:23:03 +0300 http://autodrum.com/cars/ford/reviews/focus_rs500_2010 Focus RS500 A new and powerful limited edition Focus RS model, called the RS500, is being launched as the ultimate performance Ford and will provide the definitive driving experience for serious performance car enthusiasts. Making its global debut at the 2010 Leipzig Motor Show in Germany on April 9, the new model has been given the RS500 designation to highlight its strictly-limited production run of 500 individually-numbered vehicles, all of which will be offered for customers to purchase.The new Focus RS500 ... Ford Edge 2011 http://autodrum.com/cars/ford/reviews/edge_2011 <img src="http://static.autodrum.com/tmp/automobiles/ford/edge_2011/gallery/thumb/edge_2011_1_250x125.jpg" width="250" height="125" alt="Edge" /> <br/>The award-winning MyFord Touch driver connect technology is just the start of an entire suite of class-exclusive convenience features and technologies available on the 2011 Ford Edge and not found on crossovers that cost twice the price. &ldquo;The 2011 Ford Edge delivers the perfect blend of style, technology and capability our customers demand,&rdquo; said Jason Mase, crossover marketing manager. &ldquo;The Edge has been at the forefront of consumer-focused features and conveniences ... Fri, 26 Mar 2010 00:00:01 +0200 http://autodrum.com/cars/ford/reviews/edge_2011 Edge The award-winning MyFord Touch driver connect technology is just the start of an entire suite of class-exclusive convenience features and technologies available on the 2011 Ford Edge and not found on crossovers that cost twice the price. &ldquo;The 2011 Ford Edge delivers the perfect blend of style, technology and capability our customers demand,&rdquo; said Jason Mase, crossover marketing manager. &ldquo;The Edge has been at the forefront of consumer-focused features and conveniences ... Ford Shelby GT500 2011 http://autodrum.com/cars/ford/reviews/shelby_gt500_2011 <img src="http://static.autodrum.com/tmp/automobiles/ford/shelby_gt500_2011/gallery/thumb/shelby_gt500_2011_1_250x125.jpg" width="250" height="125" alt="Shelby GT500" /> <br/>Ford&rsquo;s Special Vehicle Team (SVT) engineers are taking high performance to a new level with the 2011 Ford Shelby GT500, resulting in a car that has an all-new aluminum-block engine, even better driving dynamics and handling, improved fuel economy and more horsepower than ever. &ldquo;The SVT team continues to push the performance standards of the Shelby to even higher levels and better refinement,&rdquo; said Jost Capito, director of global performance vehicles and motorsports ... Mon, 22 Mar 2010 15:58:26 +0200 http://autodrum.com/cars/ford/reviews/shelby_gt500_2011 Shelby GT500 Ford&rsquo;s Special Vehicle Team (SVT) engineers are taking high performance to a new level with the 2011 Ford Shelby GT500, resulting in a car that has an all-new aluminum-block engine, even better driving dynamics and handling, improved fuel economy and more horsepower than ever. &ldquo;The SVT team continues to push the performance standards of the Shelby to even higher levels and better refinement,&rdquo; said Jost Capito, director of global performance vehicles and motorsports ... Ford S-MAX / Galaxy 2010 http://autodrum.com/cars/ford/reviews/smax_galaxy_2010 <img src="http://static.autodrum.com/tmp/automobiles/ford/cmax_galaxy_2010/gallery/thumb/cmax_galaxy_2010_1_250x125.jpg" width="250" height="125" alt="C-MAX / Galaxy" /> <br/>The new Ford S-MAX and Galaxy models for 2010 kick off a busy year for new product introductions from Ford of Europe.More significantly, they herald the arrival of a series of new and innovative technologies and features that, as they are introduced throughout the year, will challenge established perceptions of what Ford cars feel like to sit in and drive. New S-MAX and Galaxy bring a fresh look to Ford of Europe's versatile vehicle portfolio with the latest evolution of Ford's kinetic design cues, ... Fri, 15 Jan 2010 10:37:24 +0200 http://autodrum.com/cars/ford/reviews/smax_galaxy_2010 C-MAX / Galaxy The new Ford S-MAX and Galaxy models for 2010 kick off a busy year for new product introductions from Ford of Europe.More significantly, they herald the arrival of a series of new and innovative technologies and features that, as they are introduced throughout the year, will challenge established perceptions of what Ford cars feel like to sit in and drive. New S-MAX and Galaxy bring a fresh look to Ford of Europe's versatile vehicle portfolio with the latest evolution of Ford's kinetic design cues, ... Ford Focus 2012 http://autodrum.com/cars/ford/reviews/focus_2012 <img src="http://static.autodrum.com/tmp/automobiles/ford/focus_2012/gallery/thumb/focus_2012_1_250x125.jpg" width="250" height="125" alt="Focus" /> <br/>The next-generation Ford Focus makes its worldwide debut providing customers with more affordable technologies and features than ever in this segment, as well as detailed craftsmanship, outstanding fuel economy and a new standard for driving quality. Sleek, stylish and sporty, both the four-door sedan and five-door hatchback body styles of the next-generation Focus are previewed prior to their production start for Europe and North America late in 2010 and market launch early in 2011.&nbsp;The ... Mon, 11 Jan 2010 13:00:45 +0200 http://autodrum.com/cars/ford/reviews/focus_2012 Focus The next-generation Ford Focus makes its worldwide debut providing customers with more affordable technologies and features than ever in this segment, as well as detailed craftsmanship, outstanding fuel economy and a new standard for driving quality. Sleek, stylish and sporty, both the four-door sedan and five-door hatchback body styles of the next-generation Focus are previewed prior to their production start for Europe and North America late in 2010 and market launch early in 2011.&nbsp;The ... Ford Mustang GT 2011 http://autodrum.com/cars/ford/reviews/mustang_gt_2011 <img src="http://static.autodrum.com/tmp/automobiles/ford/mustang_gt_2011/gallery/thumb/mustang_gt_2011_1_250x125.jpg" width="250" height="125" alt="Mustang GT" /> <br/>The 5.0 is back! The 2011 Ford Mustang GT arrives with an all-new advanced 5.0-liter V-8 engine, developed by a passionate cadre of enthusiastic engineers who rallied around the common goal of delivering more than 400 horsepower. The modern 5.0-liter four-valve Twin Independent Variable Camshaft Timing (Ti-VCT) V-8 engine in the new Mustang GT will deliver 412 horsepower and 390 ft.-lb. of torque. At the same time, fuel economy is projected to be better than the previous model and unsurpassed in ... Tue, 29 Dec 2009 18:36:27 +0200 http://autodrum.com/cars/ford/reviews/mustang_gt_2011 Mustang GT The 5.0 is back! The 2011 Ford Mustang GT arrives with an all-new advanced 5.0-liter V-8 engine, developed by a passionate cadre of enthusiastic engineers who rallied around the common goal of delivering more than 400 horsepower. The modern 5.0-liter four-valve Twin Independent Variable Camshaft Timing (Ti-VCT) V-8 engine in the new Mustang GT will deliver 412 horsepower and 390 ft.-lb. of torque. At the same time, fuel economy is projected to be better than the previous model and unsurpassed in ... Ford Focus BEV 2009 http://autodrum.com/cars/ford/reviews/focus_bev_2009 <img src="http://static.autodrum.com/tmp/automobiles/ford/focus_bev_2009/gallery/thumb/focus_bev_2009_1_250x125.jpg" width="250" height="125" alt="Focus BEV" /> <br/>At the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show, Ford of Europe is revealing the first of a fleet of Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) prototypes based on the Ford Focus, and specially developed to participate in the UK Government's 'Ultra-Low Carbon Vehicles' demonstration initiative next year. The research programme aims to test the technology's suitability for potential future application in Ford's European passenger car range.A consortium of Ford, Scottish and Southern Energy and Strathclyde University will use ... Mon, 09 Nov 2009 20:49:06 +0200 http://autodrum.com/cars/ford/reviews/focus_bev_2009 Focus BEV At the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show, Ford of Europe is revealing the first of a fleet of Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) prototypes based on the Ford Focus, and specially developed to participate in the UK Government's 'Ultra-Low Carbon Vehicles' demonstration initiative next year. The research programme aims to test the technology's suitability for potential future application in Ford's European passenger car range.A consortium of Ford, Scottish and Southern Energy and Strathclyde University will use ... Ford Figo 2010 http://autodrum.com/cars/ford/reviews/figo_2010 <img src="http://static.autodrum.com/tmp/automobiles/ford/figo_2010/gallery/thumb/figo_2010_1_250x125.jpg" width="250" height="125" alt="Figo" /> <br/>India&rsquo;s role as an important player in the future of Ford Motor Company&rsquo;s international strategy was underscored today when the company&rsquo;s President and CEO, Alan Mulally, unveiled an all-new car targeting the heart of the Indian car market &ndash; the new Ford Figo. The Ford Figo, a new nameplate and a fresh face on the Indian market, signals Ford&rsquo;s intention to compete in India&rsquo;s largest and most important small car market segment.Ford Figo ... Thu, 29 Oct 2009 20:42:26 +0200 http://autodrum.com/cars/ford/reviews/figo_2010 Figo India&rsquo;s role as an important player in the future of Ford Motor Company&rsquo;s international strategy was underscored today when the company&rsquo;s President and CEO, Alan Mulally, unveiled an all-new car targeting the heart of the Indian car market &ndash; the new Ford Figo. The Ford Figo, a new nameplate and a fresh face on the Indian market, signals Ford&rsquo;s intention to compete in India&rsquo;s largest and most important small car market segment.Ford Figo ... Ford F-Series Super Duty 2011 http://autodrum.com/cars/ford/reviews/f-series_super_duty_2011 <img src="http://static.autodrum.com/tmp/automobiles/ford/f-series_super_duty_2011/gallery/thumb/f-series_super_duty_2011_1_250x125.jpg" width="250" height="125" alt="F-Series Super Duty" /> <br/>Ford Super Duty customers expect and demand capability from the best-selling heavy-duty truck in America. For most Super Duty owners, it&rsquo;s the core asset of their business. Day after day, year after year, it&rsquo;s expected to deliver results in the most demanding situations. No nonsense. And never any excuses. &ldquo;Our Super Duty customers do some of America&rsquo;s toughest jobs,&rdquo; said Mark Fields, Ford president of The Americas. &ldquo;Every day they&rsquo;re ... Thu, 01 Oct 2009 16:42:28 +0300 http://autodrum.com/cars/ford/reviews/f-series_super_duty_2011 F-Series Super Duty Ford Super Duty customers expect and demand capability from the best-selling heavy-duty truck in America. For most Super Duty owners, it&rsquo;s the core asset of their business. Day after day, year after year, it&rsquo;s expected to deliver results in the most demanding situations. No nonsense. And never any excuses. &ldquo;Our Super Duty customers do some of America&rsquo;s toughest jobs,&rdquo; said Mark Fields, Ford president of The Americas. &ldquo;Every day they&rsquo;re ... Ford C-MAX / Grand C-MAX 2011 http://autodrum.com/cars/ford/reviews/cmax_grand_cmax_2011 <img src="http://static.autodrum.com/tmp/automobiles/ford/c-max_2011/gallery/thumb/c-max_2011_1_250x125.jpg" width="250" height="125" alt="C-MAX" /> <br/>An all-new, two-model Ford C-MAX range makes its global debut at this year's Frankfurt Motor Show. The exciting new C-MAX family brings new levels of style and desirability to the compact multi-activity vehicle (MAV) market, with a bold and dynamic new look which extends Ford&rsquo;s acclaimed &lsquo;kinetic design&rsquo; language. For the first time, Ford's MAV customers will have the choice of a 5-seat C-MAX or the new 7-seat Grand C-MAX, which features twin sliding doors and innovative ... Mon, 14 Sep 2009 15:56:17 +0300 http://autodrum.com/cars/ford/reviews/cmax_grand_cmax_2011 C-MAX An all-new, two-model Ford C-MAX range makes its global debut at this year's Frankfurt Motor Show. The exciting new C-MAX family brings new levels of style and desirability to the compact multi-activity vehicle (MAV) market, with a bold and dynamic new look which extends Ford&rsquo;s acclaimed &lsquo;kinetic design&rsquo; language. For the first time, Ford's MAV customers will have the choice of a 5-seat C-MAX or the new 7-seat Grand C-MAX, which features twin sliding doors and innovative ...