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I'm re-branding RichmondFord's YouTube page with a goal to make interesting car video's for automotive enthusiasts. I want to try and stay away from your more typical dealer walk around filmed off an iPhone video as much as possible. (Yes there are some awesome exhaust sounds in there!) -
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2013 Ford Focus ST Sport Technologies. That is what that ST badge stands for in case you didn’t know. After years of begging and pleading with Ford brass to bring over some hotter versions of some of their cars, they decided to give in a little and brought the Focus ST to our shores. Read more at 2013 Ford Focus ST: Child's play. Follow Car Fanatics Forum on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+. Follow Car Fanatics Blog on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+.
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Before it’s been released to the public we got to drive the new Fiesta ST on a great little autocross for free – and YOU CAN TOO – at the Ford Ecoboost Challenge Drive, coming to 12 more cities across the United States this summer. Sign up here - http://http://www.fordecoboostchallengedrive.com/ Washington, D.C., FedEx Field, June 29 Chicago, Arlington Park, June 29 San Francisco, Golden Gate Fields, July 13 Los Angeles, Rose Bowl, July 20 New York City, Citi Field, August 17 Charlotte, Charlotte Motor Speedway, August 24 Atlanta, Turner Field, September 7 Dallas, Cowboys Stadium, September 7 Orlando, Orange County Convention Center, September 14 Houston, Sam Houston Race Park, September 14 Miami, Gulfstream Park, September 21 Minneapolis/St. Paul, Canterbury Park, September 21 Read our adventure article here - http://http://www.fifteen52.us/project-st/ford-ecoboost-challenge-drive-st-performance-academy Gallery from the Boston Event - http://http://www.fifteen52.us/project-st/gallery-ford-ecoboost-challenge-drive-boston/ Sign up here - http://http://www.fordecoboostchallengedrive.com/
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I have a new driver coming up in the house and I've been trying to decide which way to go with him. The thought today was I was going to trade in my '05 Mustang GT on a '13 Focus ST. So I took the car over there and tested this baby. There were two things stopping me from doing this. First, the idea of having a third car payment just makes my stomach turn. The second was the thought of being without the Mustang. Don't get me wrong, the ST is an awesome little car. I will go into that more below but not sure I'd forgive myself for giving it up. So the Focus ST. This car is what I would call "The Glove" of the Ford lineup. This car just fits you like a glove. You put IT ON as opposed to getting in it. Tight little thing with a supurb chassis. That little turbo whir in the background, letting you always know its out there ready to help when you need it. The ST in a straight line feels about as fast as my '05. And the thing is, it does it with little or no drama. Where the Mustang would spin tires, yell, scream and kick its heels, the Focus just bears down and goes. That third gear is CRIMINAL. You can go ultra-illegal speeds very rapidly in third. Shifter/trans/clutch setup is super smooth and buttery. It just begs to be played with. Love the car and wish I had some extra cash. At the end of the day, the grim reality of 3 car payments and the thought of parting with my Mustang won out. No ST for me right now. Who knows in the future though.
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Order Bank Opens for New High Performance Ford Focus ST Ford Focus ST is SAE-certified at 252 horsepower and 270 lb.-ft. of torque from efficient 2.0-liter EcoBoost® engine with low-inertia turbocharger with overboost feature Focus ST offers available full-leather, six-way power Recaro® seats, unique interior treatment and an advanced three-mode, driver-adjustable stability control system Early orders to receive GoPro® HD Hero2 Motorsports Edition camera pack upon delivery Build your Focus ST here. Ford Focus ST Forum – Drivers in the U.S. can now place their order for the new Ford Focus ST, a high-performance hatchback that will offer exhilarating performance and handling, a distinctive interior and muscular exterior design. Focus ST, Ford’s first global performance car, will integrate a collection of advanced and sport-oriented technologies previously unavailable to North American customers. The combination of these technologies into a refined yet high-performance sport compact will elevate the category and further cement Focus as the most complete compact car range sold in North America. Customers interested in Focus ST build and pricing options should visit: http://www.ford.com/cars/focus/focusst/. Among the more visible options will be the Tangerine Scream metallic color that will be offered exclusively on the Focus ST as well as race-inspired Recaro® seats with matching color accents. Ford is offering drivers who preorder a 2013 Focus ST the GoPro® HD Hero2 Motorsports Edition camera pack upon delivery. Already a staple in the motorsports and action sport communities, a GoPro is the ideal camera to capture a spirited drive or Focus ST track day. The first 1000 Pre-sale orders placed between May 1st and August 20th are eligible for the GoPro HD Hero2 Camera System. Cameras will be sent after vehicle delivery “We recognize Focus ST customers are very social in nature and will love having the right tool to share their amazing drive experiences,” said Lisa Schoder, Ford Focus ST Marketing manager. “I look forward to seeing videos of the Focus ST taking on some great roads across the U.S. “Some cars in this category are entertaining on the track, but much less practical for daily driving,” Schoder added. “We think we’ve hit the perfect balance between pure driving exhilaration and everyday livability with this car. “In terms of athletics, the Focus ST is a gold-medal decathlete,” she said. “You can easily live with the car every day; when the time comes to really drive it; very few will be left wanting.” Performance EcoBoost The heart of the Focus ST is a reworked EcoBoost® 2.0-liter engine massaged for very sporting throttle input responsiveness, strong off-idle power and a broad torque curve. The engine produces 252 horsepower and 270 lb.-ft. of torque. If you're looking for more Ecoboost mods, be sure to check out the Ford Ecboost Forum. “The power delivery has no weak spots, there’s no way to be left flat-footed,” Schoder said. “At the same time, drivers wanting to spin this motor into the upper octaves will be rewarded.” To enhance the full experience for the driver, Focus ST is equipped with a sound symposer box that enriches the natural sounds of the motor by capturing internal engine oscillations and piping them through the interior under throttle. In part-throttle driving, the car’s power is felt more than heard; under full throttle, the engine music is naturally amplified through the symposer box. Power, torque and engine notes are even more impressive in the context of its efficiency. Official EPA figures are not yet available, but Schoder said she expects exceptional fuel economy for Focus ST, especially for this class. World-class chassis technology The unique sport suspension combines several technologies never before seen. Designed to give drivers enhanced agility on winding roads while still inspiring high-speed confidence, the variable-ratio steering rack makes steering less sensitive on the straightaways but increases sensitivity at the corners. It can also help drivers at slow speeds, like when maneuvering into a tight parking spot. The electric power-assisted steering (EPAS) on Focus ST is enhanced with torque steer compensation. More aggressive tuning of the torque steer compensation allows drivers to accelerate while still maintaining grip on roads with uneven surfaces. The system detects the torque steer those conditions can create and counteracts the effect to help the driver feel in complete control. Advancing the state of the sport compact art Focus ST will offer Recaro sport seats, unique 18-inch Y-spoke ST wheels, dual-zone climate control, Xenon headlights and leather appointments throughout the cabin. Its superior chassis rigidity aids the suspension in providing a firm, but quiet and controlled ride. The instrument cluster features ST-unique sport gauges with red needle pointers to monitor turbo boost, oil pressure and oil temperature levels. Advanced technology such as available SYNC® with MyFord Touch® will also be available for Focus ST, along with a Sony® Audio System, HD Radio™ and 10-speaker surround sound.
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Ford’s First Global Performance Car, Focus ST, Brings Power-Packed Performance and Stylish Comfort to China All-new Ford Focus ST brings the Sport Technologies badge to customers worldwide for the first time, offering that blend of refinement and performance for which ST is renowned Focus ST is Ford’s first performance car in China and will be available in more than 40 markets including U.S., Canada, Mexico, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand and 15 European countries The Ford Global Performance Vehicles Group is responsible for the engineering of the Focus ST Ford Focus ST Forum – For the first time ever, Chinese drivers will be able to own a Ford performance car previously unavailable in this country. Making its debut in Asia at 2012 Auto China, the Tangerine Scream Focus ST is another of the 15 new vehicles that Ford has promised to introduce in the country by mid-decade. The all-new Focus ST is Ford’s first truly global performance car, building on the heritage of previous Focus ST models in Europe and giving drivers around the world the opportunity to share the exhilarating performance, excellent handling, addictive sound and sporty design Ford’s ST badge represents. With innovative technologies throughout, the Focus ST will be highly fuel efficient too. The Focus ST was developed along Ford’s core DNA for future global performance cars. The attributes for steering, driving dynamics, sound quality and power enhancements were defined by the Global Performance Vehicles group, along with input from Asia. These DNA attributes can be seen in Focus ST’s aggressively enhanced front and rear bumpers, the addition of a rear spoiler and side skirts, as well as the specially tuned chassis and engine that deliver a truly sporty experience combined with a high level of refinement “The new Focus ST is a really exciting car for Ford, being the first performance model to build upon the design and technology strengths of our One Ford strategy,” said Nigel Harris, vice president, Marketing, Sales and Service, Ford Motor China. “It’s a car built for driving enthusiasts around the world – and in China – and they will not be disappointed.” Performance meets efficiency under the hood Focus ST is powered by the 2.0-litre Ford EcoBoost™ engine, which offers an uncompromising mix of performance and efficiency. Ford’s lightweight, all-aluminium EcoBoost engines provide the power of a larger engine in a fuel-efficient smaller displacement, leveraging three key technologies. High-pressure direct injection, low-inertia turbocharging and twin independent variable camshaft timing (Ti-VCT) create an advanced combustion system that brings new levels of performance and fuel efficiency, as well as reduced CO2 emissions. Ford developed a 184 kW high-output derivative of the 2.0-litre EcoBoost engine for Focus ST, which delivers strong torque levels in a broad, flat torque curve peaking at 360 Nm. The responsive torque output, a trademark of EcoBoost engines, is maintained despite the impressive peak figures. This is the first time Ford has used a Ford EcoBoost engine in a high-performance model. Drivers will have a lot of power and torque at their disposal throughout the rev range. For everyday driving, though, the characteristics of this car will let them drive in a more fuel-efficient way than previously, which is an essential part of the ST’s DNA. Mated to the 2.0-litre engine is a six-speed manual transmission, which has specially revised gearing to produce the maximum punch from each throw of the gearshift. Significant attention was paid to ensure the ratio of sixth gear was perfectly in tune with the Focus ST, giving the driver optimum performance while remaining long enough to help maintain excellent fuel economy on longer runs. Ford sound engineers also gave the engine a fantastic note by reworking the famed sound symposer, first found on the previous Focus ST and subsequently employed on European Focus RS and RS500 models. Thrilling driving dynamics Incredible driving dynamics are at the heart of the Focus ST. Innovation and technology combine to create a chassis capable of exceeding the expectations of even the most demanding enthusiast, while giving novice drivers an unforgettable experience. From the driver’s seat, customers will experience the newly developed Ford sport steering system. This variable-ratio steering rack is designed to increase the agility of the Focus ST on winding roads yet still inspire the same high-speed confidence. The unique system makes steering less sensitive when driving in a straight line but increases the sensitivity during cornering. Drivers can keep their hands firmly on the steering wheel through tight hairpins, maximizing their control over the car. It also has benefits in slow-speed situations such as tight parking manoeuvres, with less input needed from the driver to direct the car into the space. Focus ST’s electric power-assisted steering (EPAS) is also enhanced with Ford’s torque steer compensation. More aggressive tuning of the torque steer compensation allows drivers to accelerate at full throttle yet still find grip on roads with uneven surfaces. The system detects the torque steer that those conditions can create and communicates with the EPAS software, which then counteracts the effect to virtually eliminate the sensation for the driver. Further enhancements have been made to the Focus ST’s Electronic Stability Program (ESP), with emphasis placed on driver enjoyment. Drivers will have three modes to choose from according to weather and road conditions or simply to match the driver’s desire for help from additional driving aids. To help tackle corners, Focus ST is equipped with a tuned version of the Torque Vectoring Control found on the new Focus. The Focus ST’s Enhanced Torque Vectoring Control applies steering pressure more aggressively and also adds cornering control, which applies torque to create a yaw effect based on the car’s understeer, both in power-on and power-off conditions. Working in harmony with the advanced driver-assistance features is the finely tuned suspension setup of the new Focus ST. Upgraded shock absorbers and springs lower the ST chassis for a more aggressive stance while the centre of gravity is brought closer to the road, which aids precise cornering. The rear suspension has been revised with a number of new parts developed specifically for Focus ST. Key components are the uprated suspension knuckles and an all-new anti-roll bar design, both the result of the development team’s desire to give drivers an outstanding amount of feedback and control. Bold and muscular through and through In China the new Focus ST will be available as a five-door model. From the striking one-piece design interpretation of Ford’s signature trapezoidal grille at the front, through the sculpted side skirts and dynamic rear bumper with prominent diffuser-style vents in the lower fascia, Focus ST’s design adds aggression and aerodynamic stability. The highly effective roof spoiler is optimized to deliver improved high-speed stability and reduced drag while the unique centre-exit exhaust sports a tailpipe design influenced by the exclusive hexagonal mesh of the front bumper. The well-recognised Focus ST style extends to the iconic Y-shaped alloy wheels. Wrapped around the 18-inch wheels are high-performance 235/40R-18 Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 tyres, developed after rigorous testing on all kinds of road surfaces and in all kinds of conditions, including one of the most famous racing circuits in the world, the legendary Nürburgring in Germany. Inside, Ford designers worked hard to ensure the driver feels as connected to the car as possible. Sporty Recaro seats – available in partial or full leather – help deliver a unique, cockpit look and provide exceptional support and comfort. Additional details range from specially designed pedals to the steering wheel and gearshift. The darker headlining and trim on the pillars, an integral part of the ST’s design DNA, adds to the performance feel. “Be it for the enthusiast or the novice, the new Focus ST possesses all the great, fun-to-drive qualities that customers want,” said Harris. “Thanks to its exhilarating performance, road-gripping dynamics and superior levels of refinement, the Focus ST is a performance car that is ideal for everyday driving.”
