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Ps: O escort da princesa diana

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Ford desenvolve sistema anti-roubo

O Ford inglesa desenvolveu sistemas de segurança que ajudam a impedir a acção dos ladrões de automóveis. Os sistemas de frequência multi-bloqueio e o alarme volumétrico estão entre as ferramentas da Ford para reduzir a criminalidade automóvel.

Os veículos equipados com o sistema sem chave reenviam automaticamente um novo comando de fecho noutra frequência se o primeiro falhar. Os criminosos utilizam por vezes aparelhos de intercepção de sinal, que operam na mesma frequência que os sistemas de fecho de portas dos veículos, para impedir que os mesmos sejam trancados com êxito. Os ladrões recorrem a um normal transmissor para bloquear os sinais usados pelo sistema de fecho centralizado, deixando os carros abertos e vulneráveis ao roubo.

Já o alarme volumétrico Tatcham Categoria 1, disponível para o Focus, C-MAX, S-MAX, Kuga, Mondeo e Galaxy, pode detectar a entrada de um ladrão pela janela e emitir um aviso sonoro de volume elevado para deter os invasores e atrair a atenção para o crime.

http://www.autohoje.com/index.php?op...518&Itemid=360

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Ford Introduz C-MAX Híbrido, anuncia performances superiores ao Toyota Prius e Prius V

Along with the Focus Electric, the Blue Oval also announced two more new models today, the C-MAX Hybrid and the C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid, which Ford claims will allow operation in all-electric mode at higher speeds than any other hybrid currently in production.

Ford is willing to compare its new cars, which will be launched in North America in 2012, with the competition and in particular, Toyota’s Prius models.
According to the company, the plug-in C-MAX Energi will deliver a better fuel economy equivalent (MPGe) in all-electric mode than theToyota Prius plug-in hybrid along with a 500 miles (800 km) driving range, while the Hybrid is said to be more fuel efficient than the Prius V.

“C-MAX is the right car for the time as it combines the dynamics and quality of a traditional car with the versatility of a MAV and leading fuel efficiency that you cannot even get from Toyota”, said Sherif Marakby, director of Ford’s Electrification Programs and Engineering.
Both hybrid versions of the C-MAX feature a naturally aspirated 2.0-liter gasoline engine that operates on the Atkinson-cycle, an electric motor and a lithium-ion battery pack.
Ford says that its next-generation ‘powersplit’ architecture allows the two motors to operate separately or in parallel, with the electric motor being capable of powering the car in low-speed conditions and the gasoline engine kicking in and/or charging the battery when necessary.


In the C-MAX Hybrid, the battery pack is recharged when the gasoline engine is in operation. A regenerative braking system also recovers more than 95% of the braking energy and helps charge the battery.
The C-MAX Energi plug-in can also be charged by connecting the vehicle’s charge port to either a standard 120-volt outlet or a 240-volt charging station.
Ford Introduces C-MAX Hybrids, Claims They Outperform Toyota's Prius and Prius V - Carscoop

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Transits!

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Eram mesmo bonitas quando novas

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Deve dar um gozo do caraças conduzir esse fiesta st

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Price: £14,000 (est)
Engine: 1.6-litre 4cyl
Power: 140bhp
Torque: 170Nm
Transmission: Five speed manual, front-wheel drive
0-62mph: 7.9 seconds
Top speed: 120mph
Economy: 47.9mpg
CO2: 139g/km
Equipment (On Zetec S-based model): Air-conditioning, alloy wheels, remote central locking, height-adjustable driver’s seat

Ford has a long and glorious history of building fast Fiestas, from the XR2i of the late Eighties to the previous-generation ST. The fact that the hottest version currently on sale is the 120bhp 1.6-litre Zetec S – a car that’s quick, but hardly the fastest in class – is seen by many as something of a disappointment, however. So, the blue oval has come to its senses, and is aiming to put things right!Although it has yet to develop its own Fiesta hot hatch, Ford hopes to plug the gap in the line-up by commissioning British engineering firm Mountune to produce a successor to the ST. It’s based on the standard 1.6-litre machine, and adds a dramatic bodykit to a range of engine modifications to create a car that will deliver an impressive 140bhp at a howling 6,800rpm.

And it’s not only new owners who will benefit from Mountune’s efforts; drivers of existing 1.6-litre petrol models will be able to boost their Fiesta’s performance with a new package of tuning parts that are exactly the same as those fitted to the showroom-ready car. Available through Ford dealers next month, the tuning kit doesn’t affect the warranty, insurance group or road tax.
For fast Ford fans, all this sounds too good to be true. But can a package of aftermarket tweaks really improve the latest Fiesta enough to match the appeal of yesterday’s heroes? We got behind the wheel to find out.

Modifications

Visually, the Mountune Fiesta doesn’t look that different to a regular Zetec S model. It sits on the same sports suspension, and there are no major styling tweaks. The thinking is that the Fiesta is capable enough already, and adding visual modifications would make it expensive.

Instead, this model stands out thanks to its yellow mirror covers, a yellow go-faster stripe and black alloy wheels with bright yellow edging. If these are too boy racer for you, simply ignore them and specify the performance modifications to the engine.

Much of the car’s additional 20bhp comes from tweaks to the computer that controls the 1.6-litre unit. This includes a more aggressive rev limiter, which cuts in abruptly at 6,800rpm, rather than the standard car’s softer 6,500rpm limit. As well as the ECU tweaks, there’s a new exhaust manifold and re-worked exhaust system, while an uprated air filter allows the engine to breathe more freely.

Although a gain of 20bhp doesn’t sound that dramatic, in a small model such as the Fiesta it’s sufficient to slash the 0-60mph sprint time by two seconds to 7.9 seconds. Coincidentally, that’s the same figure as the Fiesta ST managed to cover the benchmark dash.

However, where this car scores is with the noise it makes. A characterful engine note fills the cabin as the revs rise. It doesn’t become irritating, but offers a gratifyingly audible reward when you want to drive the Fiesta hard.

While Mountune has avoided changing the suspension, it has fitted Dunlop Sportmax tyres, which provide greater grip than the standard rubber. They’re a cost-effective way of further improving the already impressive Fiesta package, as they help the car turn in with even more precision, while aiding braking and giving more traction for acceleration.

All of this adds up to a hot Ford supermini that’s a worthy successor to the original Fiesta ST...

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Autohoje - Ford Focus estreia novo motor
A partir de final de março ou princípio de abril, a Ford vai alargar a tecnologia Ecoboost no próximo model year do Focus. Desta vez, introduzindo um motor de 1.0 litros de três cilindros construído na fábrica de Colónia (Alemanha) com dois níveis de potência: 123 e 99 cv. Segundo anuncia a marca norte-americana, este bloco permite manter o desempenho desejado e reduzir consumos e emissões de CO2, graças a um trabalho eletrónico ao nível da sobrealimentação e injeção do motor. A opção menos potente, a de 99 cv, surge acoplada a uma caixa manual de cinco velocidades, com consumos combinados anunciados de 3.99 litros e emissões de 109g/km de CO2.

Já a mais potente, é capaz de debitar 123 cv e 170Nm de binário máximo (200 Nm com overboost) entre 1.400 e 4.500 rpm, além de emissões de CO2 na ordem das 114g/km. Este bloco a gasolina passa a ser o modelo de acesso à gama Focus nesta terceira geração, com a curiosidade de debitar a mesma potência que o bloco de geração anterior, de tecnologia Sigma/Duratec 1.6 litros aspirado de quatro cilindros, ainda disponível nalguns mercados. Recorde-se que o motor mais baixo da gama atual vendida em Portugal é de 1.6 litros Ecoboost com 150 cv de potência.

Este motor deverá ainda equipar, ainda este ano, o Ford C-MAX, Grand C-MAX e o novo Ford B-MAX.

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Alguem tem as tabelas eurotax á mao? Tenho uma colega que tem um Mondeo de 94 ( junho ou julho) e ontem bateram-lhe no carro. O conserto deve ser bastante superior ao valor comercial.
Era so para ter uma ideia do Valor comercial do carro.