Showing posts with label Ford. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Ford. Show all posts

Saturday, 29 April 2017

Unique Lamp Patent from Ford

Ford Motor Co. applied for patents for headlamps and other additional lights that are quite unique and interesting. This patent is named "vehicle lighting system with dynamic beam pattern".
This system will use a series of lights and a small mirror to project pixels. As a result, the main light can emit certain symbols and shapes on the asphalt.
Further explained, this patent consists of several applications. For example he showed how the lights can help the driver park the car.
By pressing a button on a key phob, the system will project an arrow pointing to the ground, so the rider can clearly see the length of the car. Of course this is very useful when you want to park in parallel.
The lamp can also project light to the rear of the car. It shows the driver how much space he has before, for example, hit the wall.
For this is actually more effective if using the rear camera. But the advantage is that it is cheaper.
Ford is not actually the first manufacturer to innovate on lights. Suzuki for example, recently also registered a unique lamp patent for motorcycles.
Based on the explanation on the morebikes.co.uk page, it is known that this is simply a system that allows the direction of LED lights (which amount to four) to adjust to various conditions.

Monday, 20 March 2017

Ford Develops Carbon Fiber Subframe : Has Advantages?

The use of carbon fiber chassis with already proven its superiority. However, the composite material is still confined to exotic cars, with a mainstream vehicle still wears chassis made of steel.
However, an American car manufacturer, Ford, working with automotive supplier Magna International slowly using carbon fiber materials.
The plan, Magna will supply the subframe which will be the base engine in the products of Ford in the future.


As reported by Caradvice, the use of carbon fiber subframe produce weight 34 percent lighter and 87 percent fewer pieces of components, when compared with the subframe mold steel.
With lighter materials, automatic weight drastically reduced and fuel consumption will indirectly more economical.
Before being taken to the production line, the Magna currently testing tingkan corrosion, strength, and power benturnya so Ford still has not been able to confirm its use.

Sunday, 26 February 2017

Forms Features New Ford Fiesta ST 2018

Soon, Ford with its Fiesta 2018 will be officially released. Before that, Carscoops has uploaded news and photos about the existence of the Ford Fiesta is scheduled to release in 2018. This car will be on display at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show.
DNA Ford Fiesta legacy clearly displayed on the car's fascia, is somewhat surprising because even using the old identity but Ford seems to deliberately alter these cars from 4-door to 2 doors. The assumption is that this car will be more sporty.
This car is the curve of the face and its dynamics still rely blueprint Ford Fiesta which was also released in Indonesia. But instead of using the old design, the new Ford Fiesta then equip it with a
Beehives grille-shaped.



The car's performance with their improvised one-half liter engine. Possibilities could push the driver and charger cabin with a horse power reached 197hp, much larger than the Ford Fiesta that has-been. Moreover, this car was named Ford Fiesta ST.
Not only that, the controller Ford presents the steering wheel to be able to get three driving modes. Normal, Sport and Track. Where each of these modes terimprovisasi with the engine, steering and stability control that ensures the agility of the car will still be maintained.

Wednesday, 25 January 2017

Fiesta ST 2017 with Fresh Looks!

Fiesta is actually famous as a car-friendly, now seems not too applicable in United States. Because Ford obviously wants to inject more new poweful with the title ST.
After previous Ford Focus first get ST, Fiesta with a look fresher and brighter colors orange appears with the title in tow ST. Miller Motorsports Park in Tooele, Utah so the place the appearance of orange-colored Fiesta ST.
Besides the look brighter and fresher, Ford helped add curves on the bonnet of the car to be more muscular look. Specifically, this car is actually relatively the same, which means the 1.6 Ecoboost engine is maintained with a 6-speed manual transmission.


So what were trying to find the Ford Fiesta with this one? Perhaps the existence of the claimed lower suspension, plus a lowered chassis with brake sets are reportedly also bigger but memperkental sporty feel.
Specials, to avoid understeer the car is also expanded with electronic torque vectoring system. Three-mode electronic stability control is also added so that the car is so steady in high speed, so fun to drive still felt

Saturday, 14 January 2017

Leaked Photos Ford Focus Wagon: 'Yes' or 'No'?

Bocoran Foto Ford Focus Wagon: 'Iya' atau 'Tidak'?
Focus is large, the body portion of the one who distinguishes between Focus and the smaller Fiesta. Both of whom have become destinations Ford enthusiasts to accommodate themselves in urban areas, generally the purchase is the young and stylish.
So, what only C-Max are so Ford's option for users to accommodate the needs of the family car? Autoevolution then load some spyshot they get from carpix, namely a black Focus car MPV car format, somewhat similar to Honda Mobilio.
Unfortunately, this style seems to make uneasy. How not, lha wong Focus is synonymous with Ken Block, this time should be more friendly plus the additional line behind which all three. The effect? It should be recognized visually the car is not too impressive.


 
It was said that this car called the Ford Focus SW, and the engine for the Ford EcoBoost is certain is definite. But, with the volume of 'only' 1 liter when quoted from autoevolution, impressions Ford is planning to create a family friendly car in bags and fuel economy.
There are no details about the Ford Focus wagon, rest speculated that features Ford Focus Wagon will be concentrated on the dashboard of a car consists of Sync3 system as the core of entertainment for the whole cabin occupants. Now, according to Focus Otolovers all so cute if not formatted MPV?

Thursday, 8 December 2016

Ford Fiesta with Focus RS Costumed

Wujud Ford Fiesta Berkostum Focus RS
Because the positive response of the next-generation Ford Fiesta, Ford becoming steadily made to bring the latest variant of Fiesta

One of the clues that comes closest to the design of the Ford Fiesta RS, are likely to carry the design of the Ford Fiesta ST.

And become like this. Ford Fiesta as the original character can not be separated from the context of this design. However, X-Tomi Design more emphasis on the aerodynamic side and also the hallmark of a more sporty life of some physical touch.


The change was visible from the exterior concept is more akin to the Ford Focus RS. Strengthening the sporty aesthetic is also increasingly gahar with support legs are sporting.

Intact, the Ford Fiesta RS stature render X-Tomi Design work is more prominent as a fusion between robed Ford Fiesta hatchback Ford Focus RS. Other evidence also seen in taillight and some trinkets back.

Thursday, 1 December 2016

Design of Crossover, Ford Fiesta Active Compete with EcoSport

Ford officially launched the latest generation of Ford Fiesta in conjunction with Ford Go Further event held in Cologne, Germany.

Among the variants were introduced, presenting Ford Fiesta Active trim, a hatchback car with a formidable crossover seasoning.

As written by Autocar, Ford Fiesta Active comes to bridging consumers who do not want an SUV, yet expect a handsome appearance.

 
Berdesain Crossover, Ford Fiesta Active Saingi EcoSport?By design there was no significant alteration in the fascia of the car, except for the grille which is then made into a honeycomb motif. Caddling on around the body was present, made more pronounced hollow body and make it look muscular.

Ford Fiesta Active is expressly claimed not to seize market share Ford EcoSport, considering itself is actually EcoSport Crossover model of the Fiesta.

For business kitchen runway, Ford will offer variants of turbo Ecoboost engine 1,000 cc 3-cylinder and 4-cylinder turbo engine of 1,600 cc.

Thursday, 6 October 2016

Ford Prepare Fiesta ST 3 Cylinder

American car manufacturer, Ford, is currently busy preparing for the latest generation of the best-selling flagship hatchback models, the Ford Fiesta.

After the success of the Ford Fiesta ST variant, is now almost certain that the brand of the car, dubbed the blue oval will also be presenting Fiesta St in the next-generation Fiesta.

Interestingly, as ilansir by Auto Express, if earlier Ford Fiesta ST gets EcoBoost engine of 1600 cc, the Fiesta ST in the future rely more EcoBoost engine 1,000 cc 3-cylinder turbo.

With a capacity of 1 liter EcoBoost engine the most powerful to this day has a power output of 138 HP.

Only, the Ford himself had been idly inserting small engine into the engine room and the Formula Ford racing car capable of producing 202 HP.

Ford Fiesta ST is supposed to glide shortly after the regular Fiesta

Tuesday, 13 September 2016

Ford Fiesta Successor

American car manufacturer, Ford, is currently busy preparing for the latest generation of the best-selling flagship hatchback models, the Ford Fiesta.

Ford's latest Fiesta caught being tested in the UK with the camouflage covering the outer surface of the car.

Reported by Autocar, the new Fiesta will not only be offered with a hatchback, but also in sedan and wagon variants.

If there are no hurdles, Ford will offer variants of turbo Ecoboost engine 1,000 cc 3-cylinder and 4-cylinder turbo engine of 1,600 cc.

Monday, 9 May 2016

Ford Seriously Improve Green Technology

Ford Serius Kembangkan Mesin Ramah Lingkungan
Ford more seriously develop and equip all vehicles with fuel-saving technologies and environmentally friendly. This is evidenced by the introduction of new machines second-generation 3.5-liter EcoBoost in the Ford F-150, and 10-speed automatic transmission.The second generation of the new 3.5 liter EcoBoost engine offers peak torque of 30 lb-ft higher than the previous engine that reaches 450 lb-ft. Ford F-150 claimed to be the best truck in its segment that uses a twin-turbo V6 engine.
According to Ford, the new machine they had a strong performance since the beginning. So strong pull a heavy trailer or hauling cargo. Auto Start-Stop engine as standard to help improve fuel efficiency, which can be set in towing mode (pickup) or four-wheel-drive.In addition, to support the work of more optimal engine, Ford is also introducing 10 new speed automatic transmission. As Ford's first transmission that does not use metal components.According to Ford, this new engine and transmission powertrain and acceleration will give a better, but still presents a technology that is friendly for environment. Includes All New EcoBlue Diesel has been introduced some time ago.

Tuesday, 1 March 2016

Ford Show "Vicious" Fiesta

Geneva - Ford plans to launch a variant of the Fiesta ST200 facelift in the event the Geneva Auto Show in 2016.
Fiesta ST200 comes with a new, more powerful engine. Netcarshow.com of alert, despite having the same engine as the model ST, but the strength is claimed rose 10 percent, while 20 percent greater torque.
Strength owned 1.6L EcoBoost turbocharged engine reached 197 tk and 290 Nm of torque. However, coupled with the feature pack mountene performance or transient overboost, makes energy increased 14.7 tk and 30 Nm of torque. In total energy has reached 212 tk and 320 Nm of torque.netcarshow.com Ford Fiesta ST200



The extra power makes Fiesta ST200 can accelerate from rest to 100 kph point within 6.7 seconds. No wonder when the car is claimed as the most bertega Fiesta ever made.Offsetting the powerful engine, the look is made more special. Starting from the body color with a special color, 17-inch rims, until the brake calipers are colored in red.
Log into the interior, sporty scent kentalnya also highlighted through the bucket seats from Recaro Charcoal with stitching details that contrasted colored skin, as well as ST emblem embroidered on his head rest.netcarshow.com Ford Fiesta ST200
"Riding Fiesta ST200 will make motorists up a class to a new level on the power and performance of sebiuah car," said Vice President, Product Development, Ford of Europe Joe Bakaj.

Wednesday, 30 December 2015

Ford Focus RS 2016, Ready to Enter the Market?

Quite powerful in some areas of the world, Ford Focus and then caught the attention of petrolheads with the advent of one of the line-up which reportedly will soon be launched in 2016.

Armed with charm and new makeup, the Ford Focus in Indonesia should be recognized not too much population as 'lost' by the prima donna, Ford Fiesta, this time getting makeovers significant. One was on the side of the grille are different from the Ford Fiesta.

Its base is still using one of the favorite format in Indonesia, namely hatchback car. With waves reaching 340s horsepower, this car could certainly be enough to kick and provide sensation for the rider.

Armed with turbocharged engine size of 2.3 liters, Ford Focus RS not only give privileges for lovers of high-performance cars, other equipment such as Electronic Stability Control system, steering and engine response and exhaust sound.

Counted impressive, plus the time taken from Carbuzz, one car was also added in it, Launch Control, one of the rare feature that is usually only obtained when the petrolheads driving a Ferrari or Lamborghini.

There are four driving modes most important in this car, among others, Normal, Sport, Track, and the Drift Mode. The driver is given the discretion to adjust driving modes with a track that is being taken so that it can better match the passion and spirit that carried by the driver.

Thursday, 2 July 2015

Update : Ford EcoSport Facelift More Powerful and Silent

Update! Ford EcoSport Facelift Lebih Senyap dan Bertenaga!Published since last year, Ford has recently provide minor updates for Facelift EcoSport SUV models in Europe in order to improve the quality, efficiency and comfort.

Facelift EcoSport models get updates that promises a more comfortable ride refinement and fun without compromising its stylish appearance.

Presented without the 'bun' that adorn the rear stern, Ford promises that the more silent cabins and cozy, which was originally presented thanks to the addition of the thickness of the damping material behind its body panels.


Not to forget a number of brand-new in the interior decoration as additional chrome trim themed, new design steering wheel, heated front seats and a number of other affixes are guaranteed to pamper the owner of the car with his family.

Add stability while driving, EcoSport Facelift equipped with new more stiff suspension and ground clearance made slightly lower at 190mm.

Subject matter runway, 1.5-liter TDCi diesel engine received an injection of extra power 5 hp, originally from 90 hp to 95 hp with fuel efficiency more stable up to 22.72 km / liter.

As for the petrol engine variants of 1.0 liter turbocharged EcoBoost remains with a power of 125 hp, but fuel consumption slightly increased to 18.5 km / liter.

Wednesday, 25 March 2015

Ford Launches New Everest in BMS 2015

New Ford Everest yang nongol di Bangkok International Motor Show 2015. AutomotiveskyFord officially introduced their latest whiz, New Everest, at the Bangkok International Motor Show (BIMS) in 2015. This SUV-type car will certainly enliven the SUV market share.The third generation of Everest is still taking the base of the Ranger series. But of course there are a few changes were made, both in the interior or exterior.In the interior, the New Everest in design fit to accommodate up to seven passengers. Each seat is equipped with airbags as one of safety when it crashed.

 To improve ride comfort, manufacturers from the United States to pair different types of features. New Everest equipped with Curve Control and Blind Spot Information System, Terrain Management System, Active Park Assist with hands-free, and a variety of other advanced features that would increase the sense of driving comfort.Looking at the exterior appearance, the New Everest more handsome and ferocious. Because the car body is made of Boron steel manifold stronger. Ground Clearance SUV reached 225 mm and is able to hit a puddle of water to a height of 800 mm.
Glancing sector runway, Ford Everest is available in two variants, all of which use diesel engines. The first option uses a capacity of 3200 cc diesel engine with five-cylinder Duratorq TDCi capable of spraying power of 197 horsepower (hp) and 470 Nm of torque.The second option offers a more economical fuel consumption, but the performance still qualified. Ford immerse 2200 cc diesel engine with four-cylinder Duratorq TDCi that could be sprayed 158 hp and torque 385 Nm.

Wednesday, 4 March 2015

Ford Focus RS Challenge Honda Civic Type R

Geneva - Ford coming to the Geneva Motor Show 2015 along with the debut of the latest third-generation Focus RS. Hathchback performance became a serious competitor Honda Civic Type R and will be sold at the end of 2015.
Focus RS look so aggressive with new faces. United front bumper with large air dam, splitter, grille, to the side skirts, spoiler, and rear bumper. Different as the previous edition Focus RS now has two tail pipe and wearing a 19-inch rims.
The total power has not been confirmed, but certainly more than 315 tk. The whole potential that comes from the development machine 2.3L EcoBoost 4-cylinder which is also used in New Mustang. To suppress competition in the direction of the segment RS3 Audi and Mercedes-Benz A 45 AMG, the performance division of Ford pinning motion system 4WD (Four Wheel Drive).
When the introduction in Geneva, Ford Focus RS has the ability to explain the drift. As much as 70 percent of energy can be channeled to the rear wheels, or even to one of the wheels when needed. Vice President Ford's Global Vehicle Development Raj Nair said this innovation adjust the power level of the 2.3L EcoBoost engine. Another capability, akseserasi 0-100 kph Focus RS reached in 4.5 seconds.
Distributed power distribution 6-speed manual transmission. In addition, the performance is also supported torque vectoring, optimal weight, and lower suspension setting. Ford said that the use of 4WD indeed compensate for fuel efficiency, yet valid data on this has not been disclosed.
"We are not ready to talk economical fuel. Economy and emissions will be significantly better than the other RS ​​products, "said Raj Nair.