This contest named Focus ST Challenge lets customers analyze their driving talents in simulators at auto exhibitions, where they can vie for top lap times and track rivalry through Focus Facebook page. This is yet another step ahead in the brand’s social media planning that is being used increasingly to reveal new models and promote them even before the launch.

The contest will end in May just around the same time that the car will be out for sale. The best times from all auto shows will be scrutinized to decide the winner.

Lynne Matuszak, Ford’s lawyer has sent a letter to GM demanding to stop airing the ad and get it removed from all websites.

Ford says that its F-series has been achieving the best sales for almost 35 years in US, while it has outsold Silverado pickups by almost 70,000 trucks previous year.

While this new slogan will be used in different world markets over the next year, the main markets to sport this slogan would be Europe and United States. The new slogan ‘Go Further’ will replace the previous US slogan ‘Drive One’ and previous Europe slogan ‘Feel The Difference’.

The automaker hopes that this slogan will be more victorious than the new slogans used by its rivals. They also expect to see a growth in sales number in 2012.

Mulally considers the launching event of this new car as a special moment in the brand’s plans for 2012. The company is planning to launch more cars than ever before for the year 2012.

The new Mondeo will be traded unchanged all over the world except for the changes in names; it will be called Fusion in US and will continue to be called Mondeo in Europe and UK.

Equipped with innovative and contemporary features, this new SUV has been designed to blend class-leading design, quality, safety, and technology. It is aimed at catching the attention of a new generation of customers in varying global markets.

Though you may not find it easy to digest, it is true that this new EcoSport model will come equipped with a 1.0 liter 3-cylinder engine.

The automaker had not revealed any pricing details as of now.

Stay tuned for more updates about the new compact SUV from the American automaker.

2012 Ford Expedition

The new 2012 Expedition is a full size SUV that can accommodate almost eight passengers. It competes with Toyota Sequoia, Chevrolet Tahoe, and Durango. The longer EL version is almost 15 inches long with the standard 3rd row. It also competes with new Chevy Suburban.

The new Expedition comes with climate controls and gauge clusters on the steering wheel, which is pretty much similar to that of F-150 pickup truck. The standard 3rd row seats can be folded and offers more space at the rear. You can also find an optional power-folding mechanism equipped for 3rd row seats. You can also find a cargo organizer in the new 2012 model.

2012 Ford Shelby GT500

New 2012 Shelby GT500 delivers retro styling and blood-pumping performance in a single package, which is nonetheless easy for everyday’s life. It can be placed on top of all muscle cars.

The interior comes with all luxurious amenities for current generation car enthusiasts. It is quite different from the well-resourced Mustang GT. Gauges are somewhat more decipherable than Mustang’s hieroglyphics, but both places the multifunction display, which is optional at the center stack. Audio and climate controls are small and cannot make out at a single glance. Thanks to the Sync voice-activated system that eliminates the hassle.

Outward visibility in the new GT 500 is best-in-class with the flip-down rear headrests and thin A-pillars.

2012 Ford Mustang

The company has introduced the RWD Mustang with four seats by blending contemporary styling cues and retro. For the year 2011, the fuel economy and performance are boosted with a fresh 3.7-L V-6 engine. Mustang lineup comprises of the top performing Shelby GT500.

The vehicle’s cabin makes use of premium materials, which include soft-touch dashboard.

2012 Ford Edge

New 2012 Edge receives redesigned interior with communication system and high-tech entertaining system. The exterior comes with few styling tweaks and it looks very much unique for the year 2012 with respect to styling. This 5 –seat luxury vehicle competes with similar kind of luxury crossovers like Toyota Highlander, Nissan Murano, and Dodge journey.

The company has upgraded 2011 Edge’s interior with numerous distinct panels that make the dashboard look more stylish. MyFord Touch system offers futuristic appearance for both center dash controls and instrument panel.

On the whole, Ford dominates the current luxury segment. It also competes with other makes like Chevy, Honda, Dodge, and Toyota.

2012 Evos Concept

New 2012 Evos Concept features valiant red driver’s seat and apparition of extraordinary driver interaction through sophisticated driver interface. The 2-seat passengers get equally individual experience with the variable sports seats and touch-screen displays.



Coming to exterior design, the new concept model takes features and shape of ’face of Ford,’ by new inverted trapezoid grille that you usually see in Focus ST. The lively design of the new Evos concept will attract current generation customers.

2012 Mondeo Concept

Contrary to its exterior appearance, the new Mondeo concept boasts of 4 large doors and it is completely designed in concept style. Once you open the doors consent to easy access. Truly, it has a noticeably sporty cabin and instrumentation that hush-up around driving position.



The Mondeo concept is powered by a petrol-electric hybrid engine. The car gets an advanced cloud technology, in which it can communicate with the owner’s personal info.

2012 Vertrek Concept

Vertrek Concept will be available as the next generation Escape. The present Escape is an ancient model without any changes, when it comes to design part right from 2001. The Vertrek Concept is likely to be more refined and roomier.



The future Escape is featured with a 1.6 liter 4-cylinder engine that can deliver 180-hp and an EcoBoost motor that is already in existence in few European countries and the production is set to spread in US.

2012 C-Max Hybrid Concept

With the introduction of new C-Max Energi Concept, the company also initiated the new C-Max hybrid concept at 2011 Detroit Auto Show. The company is expecting the hybrid concept to be far better with respect to performance numbers in the hybrid segment. At present, Fusion hybrid sedan is considered as the fuel efficient vehicle in United States.

2012 Mustang Boss 302SX Concept

The new 302SX Concept is placed between Boss 302R race car and Boss 302S; it has got new school bus yellow exterior. At this point of time, 302SX is a concept car.

302SX features all the changes that 2013 Boss 302 encountered. You can see a massive variable rear spoiler and lower front splitter. Other unique features include vented hood and 1970-style graphics.



The newest Mustang concept gets a 5.0 L V8 engine that make use of intake manifold that you can see on Cobra Jet. The total output power delivered is around 500 HP, mated to a six speed auto transmission. Since it not street legal, the company has prepared a special chassis for track.

Inside, you can see fire suppression system, FIA 6-point roll cage, pro racer seat, and data recording system. It also features sway bars at front and rear, modifiable coil over suspension, lower control arms at rear, and flexible caster/camber plates.

Good news is that the new 2012 Focus SE is no longer based on the previous model.

Inside The Vehicle

Apart from its exterior, the interior amenities of the vehicle define new Focus with respect to execution and design. Materials inside the vehicle are soft to touch and intuitive.



Key functions in the vehicle are centre stack with small screen that displays appropriate info. Driver can scroll through functions and menu with the help of controller positioned within miniaturized counterpart that is placed on right steering wheel spoke.

Moving towards the rear, the new hatchback is well conceived. You can find enough rear seat space for accommodating two passengers with more comfort and you can also find good enough cargo space.

Hatch cargo provides total area of 23.8 cubic feet with seats upright and 44.8 cu. ft. when the seats are folded flat. It also features rear wiper/washer and tailgate release button.

Great Engine

Other improvements in the vehicle are with respect to the power-train. The vehicle arrives with a new 2.0-L, direct-injection 4-cylinder engine that comprises of variable valve timing on exhaust as well as intake cams.

Net result of the engine equipped is torque of 149 pound-feet, and 160 horsepower. Power delivered is unflustered as well as linear. With the engine specs, the vehicle can move 100 kms in just 8.5 seconds.

Power transmission is done via front wheels with 2 available transmissions- a six-speed twin-clutch and five-speed manual transmission. With respect to the gate, the clutch is suitably light and the shift action is much more refined.

Ride and Handling

In terms of handling and ride quality, the focus is pretty much fine. Suspension of the vehicle is comfortable and damped without sacrificing handling characteristics. At the same time, the vehicle steering is precise and comes in right weight and light at very low speed.

Dynamically, the new Focus is an amazingly accomplished car. On the other hand, the sedan has perceptibly softer feel when compared to the hatch; so you feel little less sporty.

The new Focus offers a well conceived ride, which has been equally executed. It has got tight handling, solid chassis, good power-train, and cabin, which is a step above the entry-level norms.

Prices and Packages

The price of SE hatchback starts at $18,790 and with the additional options it costs extra $2500.

Winter package for Focus SE is $570, where the package includes additional heated front seats, heated power side mirrors, and all-weather floor mats.

Electrically boosted steering in the vehicle communicates more info. It is nicely weighted and hyper accurate. Brakes in the vehicle feel soft and are easy to modulate.

2012 Fiesta SE is a compact car with front wheel drive option; it is a five passenger car that is available in five-door and four door configurations. The present benchmark for sub compact car is tested by Fiesta’s comfort, styling, luxury features, overall practicality, and technology.

Ultimate in Expediency

The vehicle offers the ultimate in practicality in the compact segment; Honda Fit is also hard to mistake with pleasing driving dynamics, impressively versatile interior, and overall quality.



Those who want to spice up their daily driving diet will find the new Fiesta to be more fun. With its eager, smooth engine, agile chassis, and well-weighted steering, the new Fiesta thoroughly disproves the theory of small, inexpensive, and practical car that will be more exciting to pilot.

The new 2012 Fiesta SE is also available in both hatchback and sedan body styles. The SE sedan trim adds power windows, metallic cabin accents, and door locks. SE hatchback is also offered with similar features as SE sedan, but it adds a rear wiper and rear spoiler. It comes with intelligent access with the help of a push button start. Press your thumb on the door to get access.

For the year 2012, the vehicle includes 2 new interior style packages, and a new sport appearance package is introduced.

Engine Details

2012 Fiesta SE is powered by a 1.6-L inline-four engine that produces 120 horsepower and torsion of 112 pound-feet. A five speed manual transmission is standard along with an optional 6-speed auto transmission.

The six speed auto is a dual-clutch automated transmission that provides quicker gear changes when compared to the converter-based automatic transmission. It also delivers good fuel economy with the conventional automatic. Unfortunately, you cannot see manual-shift feature.

Performance

The vehicle can sprint from 0 to 60 mph in just 9.5 seconds according to the road tests. The estimated fuel efficiency of the vehicle is 29 miles per gallon in the city, and 38 miles per gallon on the highways. Opting for SFE package increases the highway fuel economy to 40 miles per gallon.

Driving Impressions

One can say that the new 2012 Fiesta SE is the most rewarding cars to drive in the compact segment. Though the acceleration of 2012 version is average in realistic conditions, engine equipped is a delight.

Manual transmission in the vehicle is precise and it is easy to shift with the light throws and linear clutch. The available dual-clutch 6-speed automated transmission is another asset in the segment, though its overall behaviour at low speeds is idiosyncratic. Shift quality of the new SE is bit disappointing on few occasions.

Price

The base MSRP of the vehicle starts at MSRP $14,500 and the invoice price starts at $14,010.