Pricing Announced For New 2012 Ford Focus ST

This is one of the most eagerly anticipated hot hatchbacks for a long time – it is the new Ford Focus ST! Powered by a direct-injection 2.0-litre, all-alloy, turbocharged, four-cylinder EcoBoost engine, the new Ford Focus ST develops 250PS, yet remains capable of returning 39.2mpg and CO2 emissions of 169g/km – 20 per cent better than its predecessor.

Other sporting features include a unique suspension setup, a variable speed steering system, performance brakes, a unique paint job and a trapezoidal front grill demonstrating the performance nature of the car.

“Ever since the arrival of the legendary GT40, Britain has become the spiritual home for performance Fords – and demand from UK enthusiast customers has always been strong,” said Mark Ovenden, Ford Britain managing director. “This latest Focus ST is a global car that will excite customers around the world – but especially those in Britain.”

The Ford Focus ST will go on sale from 1st June 2012, priced from £21,995 on the road. I have no doubt that this will fly out of the showrooms.

Pinnacle and XMT Complete Paint Care System

You’ve spent plenty of money on the purchase of your car or truck, now the question arises, "How do I take care of it?”. The answer is vital to retaining the value of your vehicle and reducing future costs.
This article will help walk through the Pinnacle Complete Paint Care System of washing, claying, polishing, protecting and the final maintaining processes step by step. Don’t worry, it’s pretty easy and you don’t need to be a detailer to do it yourself!

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 In June 2011, J.D. Power and Associates released its 2011 Initial Quality Study, which lists the top performers in defined car and truck segments within the first 90 days of vehicle ownership. In addition, the study also ranks the best brands for initial quality.

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