Ford put out a press release on the new V6 their stuffing into the 2011 Mustang. The Mustang community has been waiting for this news for some time, as it was sneaked out by Ford some time ago. Ford even debuted the engine by itself at a Ford “town hall” meeting in Detroit. It’s quite an engine really. I might go so far as to say that it could be historical.
A V6 powerplant that puts out 305 horsepower is pretty amazing. The old Mustang V6, which was a 4.0 liter put out far less at the crank.
Reed Speed / Artisan 700HP Ford Mustang
Just another “Tuner” car? Not with this kind of Horsepower! Randall Reed Ford Dealerships have announced that in partnership with Artisan Performance (creators of the 700HP Camaro and one bad 600HP Lexus I-SF) you will be able to order your own twin-turbo, 700 horsepower 2010 Ford Mustang later this summer. Sporting new forged rods, Total Seal rings and new pistons that combine to drop the 4.6 Liter engine’s compression ratio enough to accept the 12 psi of dual-intercooled boost huffed through a set of Artisan Rear Mounted twin turbochargers. The there’s the high-flow exhaust system with a high perforamnce catalytic converters, custom intercooler and wastegate, and of course an ECU (exhaust control unit) upgrade to handle the fuel mapping and boost control necessary for turbocharged cars.
Randall Reed Ford dealerships are predominately in the Texas/Southwest region, but their vehicles can be ordered through associated dealership across the nation.
Adding all that horsepower wouldn’t be sensible without beefing up the stopping power as well, so Randall Reed added SSBC’s 14-inch brake rotors with six-piston calipers all around, enveloped with 20″ wheels. Said wild, wide wheels are masked by the BASF painted body kit that adds 1.5 inches at the front and 3″ to the rear! This is one beautiful, muscular car with performance that equals the looks!
Each vehicle will come with a numbered plaque and “owner’s Package”. The price hasn’t been released yet… but mouths are watering all over the world.
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I’m sure this car will be at SEMA (Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Association) auto show in Las Vegas this November, so be sure to follow out live broadcasts and photo updates from the show, November 2009.
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SEMA (Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Association) is inviting car buffs and collectors to join in raising money for two children’s charities by registering their vehicle(s) in the inaugural SEMA Show ‘N Shine car show in Pasadena, California, on Saturday, August 1, 2009.
“From hot rods to racing-tuned torque monsters, and everything in between, our goal is to bring together some amazing vehicles and create a spectacular event,” said Mike Spagnola, chairman of the SEMA Show ‘N Shine car show. “We’re encouraging all enthusiasts to register their vehicles. There will also be food, live music and plenty of activities for the kids, so it will be a great family affair. We’d really like this enthusiast car show to become the showcase event of the summer and grow each year so we can raise more money for two deserving children’s charities.”
Chip Foose, award-winning automotive designer and fabricator, and host of TLC’s “Overhaulin’” is Grand Marshall of the show. All vehicle registrants will receive a free T-shirt designed and autographed by Foose. Trophies will be awarded for Best Engine, Best Interior, Best in Show and People’s Choice. The winner of the People’s Choice Award will have an opportunity to attend the trade-only SEMA Show in November, with free hotel accommodations in Las Vegas. (more…)
GM announced today a buyer for their Saturn Brand of Automobiles. Seems that Penske is going to purchase the manufacturing for this line of automobiles which started back in the 80’s as an alternative to Japanese imports, and had strong word of mouth back then for it’s all plastic bodies and no haggling, one flat price dealerships. It seems that GM had been letting Saturn sort of diminish by the wayside for the past several years, and Penske is ready to step up to infuse some life into Saturn.
The first announcement from Penske’s headquarters is that the complete line of cars will be available in “Penske Yellow” (see below).
No word yet on if the Saturn brand will be available for local and long distance, and one-way rentals (hand trucks and blankets an extra charge, of course).
So I wrote about the Ford Flex being one of the cars that is available to get all kinds of extra “next generation” goodies from Ford, and I included a picture I took at a Ford lot of a brand spankin’ new Ford Flex in Baby blue. Well today I stopped in at the local fast-breakfast-burrito joint and sitting there was what I would guess was a 1991 Ford Explorer. it just struck me, probably because of the white and blue two tone paint job, how much it resembled that Ford Flex. I snapped a pic with my cell phone and sent it to myself… hmmmm… side-by-side, they’re not that much different, are they?
I mean there are obvious differences, but give me a break, there’s almost 20 years of design difference between the two. And there’s a vast difference between my 12mm wide angle lens mounted on a Digital SLR camera and the lens built into my 4 year old cell phone… But you can see some similarities in the boxy front, can’t you?
I’m thinking Ford should have just gone the way of the Mustang and branded the new “Flex” as a retro-fied Explorer.
Just my 2 cents on hump day.
Ford has developed a new feature which could mean safer and more comfortable motoring at the flick of a switch – adjustable pedals.
For some drivers, adjusting just seat and steering wheel does not achieve the comfort or level of control for safe and enjoyable driving.
Adjustable pedals can provide Ford Focus and C-MAX owners with a perfectly tailored driving position. Pedals can be moved up to 55mm closer to the seat.
This adjustment improves comfort and control for drivers who find that the pedals are too far away when seat and steering wheel are ideally set. (more…)
Ford Motor Company is introducing a new engine technology called EcoBoost that will deliver up to 20 percent better fuel economy on half a million Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles annually in North America during the next five years. (more…)
SAN DIEGO, APRIL 16 /PRNewswire/ — HST International has announced a partnership with Tjaarda Design that will change the face of electric cars. The designs that will define the next generation of “Electric Muscle(TM)”, the Tjaarda EVX Mustang and HST Shelby Cobra EVX, will premiere at the 34th Annual Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach’s “Green Power Prix-View” on April 18-20.
The Mustang EVX and HST Shelby Cobra EVX prove that electric cars can be environmentally friendly as well as winners on the track and in the looks department. While designed for different purposes, both cars are true zero emission vehicles and feature 300-horsepower electric motors using lithium iron phosphate battery packs developed by K2 Energy Solutions. With 1000 ft/lbs of torque @ 0 rpm, they have the capability to do 0-60 in less than four seconds and a range of over 100 miles.
“We’re excited to be bringing these vehicles to market because they’re head turners and so much fun to drive,” says Tod Boretto, president of HST International. “But more than that, this is a long-term initiative and a unique opportunity on several levels. We do not believe any other manufacturer is bringing together this level of design, performance and green technology today.”
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We have known for a little over a month now Ford is extending production of the Bullitt into the 2009 model year. Those details came out when Ford released the 2009 Mustang Order guides back in March showing a Bullitt model was available for order but there was no mention of how many 2009 Bullitts would be produced. Those details emerged last Friday via Dan Jarvis of FoMoCo who spoke with IMBOC.com and he confirmed Ford will not produce more than the previously stated 7,700 units which means there will only be about 2,100 units built for 2009.
On the same day the Ford Mustang turns 44, Ford Racing has launched an all-new web-based initiative, www.FordPerformance.com, that puts a face and a place on Ford Motor Company’s connection to enthusiast clubs and the performance aftermarket. The Ford Performance Group is centered on a web portal that helps facilitate a more interactive relationship between Ford and its past, present and future performance customers.
“We recognize the important role that Ford loyalists play in raising consumer awareness of Ford Motor Company,” noted Jamie Allison, Manager, Ford Racing Performance Group, “and performance enthusiasts tend to be the most passionate, active and influential customers of all. This new web-based asset allows us to consolidate our communications with them under one virtual roof. It will also enhance our all-important relationships with Ford-based clubs, coordinate our contact with Ford-centered events and help showcase the exciting new performance offerings from Ford – all in one place.
