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Following the designs from the Verve concept and the new Mondeo, Ford have updated the looks of the Focus ST (XR5). The changes are purely cosmetic. We’ll have to wait for the RS for something more spicy.
The fordxr5turbo.com crew are eagerly awaiting the arrival of one these onto Australian shores. It shouldn’t be too long now.
More details can be found here Ford Australia - Focus XR5 Turbo
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Renaultsport will be unveiling the Renaultsport Megane R26 R at the 2008 British International Motor Show.
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Based on the current R26 Megane, the Renaultsport team have made some changes to the suspension, added a shorter throw gearchange and have put the Megane on a diet. The crazy French have tossed out the rear seats, fitted a carbon fibre bonnet, carbon shelled seats and polycarbonate rear window shedding a massive 125Kg. With this weight loss they’re claiming 0-100 in 6 seconds creating a real track weapon.
Looks wise, you’re either going to love it or hate it, those red wheels aren’t for everyone. But there’s no denying that this is one hardcore, track focused hot hatch.
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[Source: EVO, World Car Fans]
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Minor tweaks to an already good looking package were clearly the order of the day at Alfa with the launch of the new Alfa Romeo 147 Sport and Sport Q2 models in the UK. Not suprisingly the 147 Sport receives a number of interior and exterior cosmetic tweaks with Q2-type cloth seats, sports dials, aluminium pedals representing the large part of the interior evolution. The 147 Sport’s exterior also receives an update with 17″ 5 spoke rims, roof spoiler and a chrome exhaust. The 147 Sport Q2 also receives a Q2 LSD alongside an uprated suspension package increasing overall handling feel for those who enjoy chasing the twisty roads. The Q2 also receives a range of interior upgrades with the highlights including black leather sports seats, dual zone climate control.Available in Red, Grey and Black, these sexy hatches won’t be available for long with only 450 147 Sports models and 350 Q2 models scheduled for birth. |
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If it floats your boat, check out the full press release available below.
John Cooper Works, the longstanding performance arm for the all mighty Mini is readying to debut the JCW Challenge in all it’s track loving glory @ the Frankfurt Motor Show this year.
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Higher speed, more torque, faster acceleration and increased levels of grip on the JCW Challenge will ensure this Mini will reach for the boiling point on the hot hatch temperature gauge.
Internally the JCW Challenge is all business. Designed straight for the track the JCW Challenge’s highlights include the full rollcage, HANS (Head And Neck Support) system, Sparco steering wheel and Recaro bucket seats. Externally a JCW Aerodynamics Kit enhances the ‘Get me on the track NOW’ image with adjustable rear spoiler, rear diffuser and performance front spoiler the highlights.
Most importantly of course, JCW haven’t scrimped on the mechanical upgrades with a long list of overall chassis and driveshaft improvements that ensure it not only handles like a go kart, but also delivers an additional 35 Hp (210 Hp in total) over the standard Cooper S.
Full mechanical details can be found in the press release on the click through. What an amazingly sexy vehicle.
Subaru’s new WRC Concept car will be hitting Frankfurt with Petter Solberg in the coming month providing many a classic Subaru WRC fan a lifesized taste test of the car itself. Taking a gander at the photos above you’ll notice the Impreza WRC car will be yet another departure from recent generations although it’ll still sport a STi grille, bonnet scoop and a rear wing that means business.
[Source: Autoblog]
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