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Ford is all set to make its first-ever European production car, the new Focus RS, public in the month of May next year, according to company sources. The car will be powered by a turbocharged 2.5-litre, five-cylinder petrol engine which will generate up to 305bhp of power.

One particular quality of the car that should attract a lot of eye balls is the ability of the car to accelerate from rest to 60mph in 6 seconds flat, and in addition has a top speed of over 160mph. these two features alone are sufficient to make hard core car enthusiasts go weak on their knees.

The best part of the Ford car is not dependent on just these two features alone, as there are a host of other car enhancement features as well that should impress even a commoner like you. The manufacturers have taken a lot of pains to ensue that you find it easier to handle the car, and hence incorporated it with a wider track, enhanced drive-shafts and rear anti-roll bar, revised springs and dampers and retuned steering. The icing on the cap happens to be the inclusion of the company’s indigenously and specially developed electronic stability technology replete with traction assist.

Design wise, the model has a distinctive bonnet, front bumper and side skirts, 19-inch alloy wheels and made to perform on 235/35 tyres, like the Kumho KU 19 235/35 R19 91Y XL, for example. Then, there is a rear twin-bladed spoiler and power/heated door mirrors that boasts of a high-gloss finish.

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The theme of this year’s British Motor Show, taking place now, appears to be frugality and energy conservation. Other than driving less, one the best ways to save fuel is naturally to purchase a more fuel efficient vehicle, and thankfully the industry has started to offer some truly thrifty models. The Ford Fiesta ECOnetic currently being introduced at the Motor Show exemplifies this new demand for petrol saving cars, and impresses with an astounding fuel mileage of 76.3 mpg.

The Fiesta ECOnetic’s economical features don’t end there either. Other than officially being the most petrol efficient car in the UK, the Fiesta ECOnetic is not called ECO for nothing. It manages to also be one of the most environmentally friendly cars on the road as well, with carbon dioxide emissions of only 98g/km. A structural change in design, as well as a lowered suspension and better tyres, have helped contributed to this low CO2 output. Clearly, the Fiesta ECOnetic speaks directly to the needs of everyday people today, with its high emphasis on fuel conservation and the environment. The Focus ECOnetic sold particularly well in the UK and this long anticipated model can definitely expect similar success.

The 221 kW/ 300 HP high performance Ford Focus compact car is coming to the UK in the beginning of 2009. The front wheel drive vehicle is celebrating its premiere at the Motor Show in London, taking place from July 23rd to August 3rd. The three door car is recognisable on the outside through the ventilation slots right behind the front wheel house, the two ventilation slots on the engine hood, a two part rear spoiler, and deep indents below the side doors. A diffuser at the rear, which is flanked by a chrome exhaust pipe, provides for extra propulsion.

The engine comes from an improved version of the 2.5 litre turbo spark-ignited engine, which is recognisable from the Focus ST. The five cylinder engine possesses a maximum torque of 410 Nm and should make it possible to accelerate from 0 to 60 miles per hour in less than six seconds.

In order to bring the immense power onto the street, the front axel has had to be redeveloped. It possesses a limited slip differential, and a special suspension. The rear axel has also received a strengthened stabiliser. The brakes are also on board with increased power.

Ford is again starting up the “RS” brand with the new super Focus. The letters were first used to describe particularly powerful models back in the late 60’s. One of the most well known RS models is the Escort RS1600 introduced in 1970. The prices for the new edition remain undecided.