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Filed under: Frankfurt Motor Show, Motorsports, Ford, Racing
Ford sure is packing a hot hatch punch here at the Frankfurt Motor Show. First came the production-ready Focus ST five-door and Europe-only ST wagon, then came the pint-sized Fiesta ST concept, and finally, the automaker unveiled the Focus ST-R - a turn-key racecar available to order through the Ford Racing catalog. That's right - you can order the full Focus ST-R package from the Ford Racing catalog, word that should come as welcome news to weekend racers around the world. Ford has prepped its new Focus for touring car racing, adding things like a FIA-spec rollcage and a full host of track car enhancements. It may not be something you can drive day-in and day-out, but then again, that's what the forthcoming street-legal ST is for.Continue reading Ford Focus ST-R is ready for touring car battle
Ford Focus ST-R is ready for touring car battle originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 13 Sep 2011 19:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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The 2012 Honda Civic has long since made its American debut, and we've scored seat time in a variety of versions. Our Civic is different than the one our European friends get to drive, however, and the updated Euro-market Honda Civic has been revealed to the awaiting crowds at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show. Differences between the U.S. and European Civic models become immediately apparent with just a quick glance. The face of the European car is much more assertive than the North American variety. Fender flares are more pronounced, and the entire exterior package looks far more sporty than the version we can buy here. European customers will have a choice between three engine options; a 1.4-liter or 1.8-liter gasoline four-cylinder, or a 2.2-liter diesel unit. All three are available with a six-speed manual transmission and the 1.8-liter is also available with a specially prepared five-speed gearbox. The aforementioned diesel engine is good for 148 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. Read the full press release posted after the jump to learn more about the car your European counterparts will have the chance to buy.Continue reading 2012 Euro Honda Civic is more hatch hotness we won't get
2012 Euro Honda Civic is more hatch hotness we won't get originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 13 Sep 2011 16:57:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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