The new 2010 Ford Shelby GT500 delivers 540hp from a massaged version of the 5.4 liter supercharged engine we have come to love. Ford says the new GT-500 offers the most power and refinement ever for a Ford SVT-tuned performance Mustang – and a few surprises, too.

“The 2010 Shelby GT500 demonstrates Ford’s continuing commitment to high-performance vehicles,” said Derrick Kuzak, Ford group vice president, Global Product Development. “In addition to the numerous performance and refinement improvements inside and out, the 2010 Shelby GT500 is an estimated 2 miles per gallon more fuel efficient on the highway.”
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Could it be? Right in the midst of my own personal search for a mint Gen 1 (1989-1991) Taurus SHO comes pictoral proof that Ford may be resurrecting the Super High Output model. What we have here is one of many images published by Jalopnik showing the “SHO” moniker in its traditional font on the passenger side dash of a 2010 Ford Taurus.
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Shortly after the LA Auto Show debut of the 2010 Ford Mustang, the automaker announced that Mattel would be releasing its own replica of the new model as part of its Hot Wheels lineup. Somehow in all the running around after the reveal in LA, we missed out on picking up an example and Ford didn’t have any press photos available.
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The forthcoming Focus RS sports hatch by Ford was initially unveiled in concept configuration last July at the London Motor Show, and once more at the Paris Motor Show, but the design phase is about to be concluded and sales are anticipated to begin early in 2009.

Constructed on an identical core as the Focus ST, the RS brings more power, handling and appearance revisions to enhance the ability of the vehicle to put its potency to the ground and direct it down any kind of path, in and off road. To prevent the potent unit from producing unmanageable torque steer, the technicians developed the vehicle with a special suspension designated the ‘RevoKnuckle,’ which permits the vehicle to maintain the intended direction of travel while under intense throttle.

This functions together with a Quaife automatic torque biasing restricted-slip differential. Merged, the Focus RS removes the necessity for AWD and the included weight gains of the superfluous differential and driveshafts. Even on a less-than-perfect surface a Quaife automatic torque-biasing restricted-slip differential keeps the traction stable.

Modifications to the typical Duratec 2.5L block consist of unique camshafts, a modified cylinder head and gasket and modified intake and manifold system. In addition to the excess energy, the Focus RS also gets a 40mm broader track, 19 inch rims, 235mm rubber, uprated springs, dampers and anti-roll bars.

With the release of some official photos of the ultimate production variant of the vehicle, fresh details have been unveiled. Although almost all of the specs have already been established by Ford, some of the latest particulars consist of a sprint from 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in a matter of 5.9 seconds and a ceiling speed of 264 km/h (164 mph). It has been reported that a price tag of €39,000 has been set for Europe. More details, photos and video after the jump!

It was established by Ford that buyers will have an option of three colors from inauguration, including vibrant green, white and blue. Buyers will likewise be able to fit the inside trim with the surface color theme or choose an option of full black leather.

Other highlights of the passenger compartment include bucket seats by Recaro, brushed aluminum highlights and regular micro-fiber trim. The performance driving environment is rounded off by three extra gauges derived from the Focus ST, consisting of a boost gauge, mounted on top the console at the center and appropriately slanted in the direction of the driver.
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Ford Motor Co. still hasn’t launched the first V-6 version of its promised EcoBoost engine, but sources say the automaker already is putting the finishing touches on a 2.0-liter four-cylinder version of the economical motor, which they say is likely to debut on the Ford Fusion.

Ford spokesman Said Deep confirmed that Ford is developing a four-cylinder version, but said it was “too early to discuss displacements” or what vehicles might get the new engine.

EcoBoost combines two technologies — turbo-charging and direct fuel injection — to produce more horsepower from a smaller engine. Ford plans to roll out the first EcoBoost engine, a 3.5-liter V-6 that delivers the power of V-8, on the 2010 Lincoln MKS next summer.

Ford is not the only company combining these technologies, but most of its competitors are using them to boost performance, not fuel economy. The Dearborn automaker is using them to replace larger motors with smaller ones.

Product analyst Jim Hall of 2953 Analytics LLP in Birmingham said the four-cylinder version should deliver the power of a six-cylinder engine with significantly better mileage. He said Ford also is developing a 1.4-liter EcoBoost based on the naturally aspirated 1.4-liter it already uses in Europe.

“It’s all about delivering the fuel economy customers want without sacrificing performance,” Deep said. “The four-cylinder will deliver a good blend of both for customers.”

“When they started work on what became EcoBoost, gas prices were still relatively low,” he said. “It’s a better way to meet emissions standards and CAFE standards and still give customers the performance they want.”
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