An outrageous pink Streetka...
An outrageous pink Streetka will be launched this year - but Ford says it"s only for a film. In the forthcoming Thunderbirds movie, it will be Lady Penelope"s second car. Her first is the Ford Thunderbird-based six-wheel FAB 1 limousine. "The Streetka is very bright pink," said a blue oval insider. But he denied it would reach production, explaining: "It would clash with everything!"
Take a peek at the new-look...
Take a peek at the new-look Fords which will ring the changes for the blue oval in 2010. These are the first official pictures of the facelifted S-MAX and Galaxy ò€“ both of which are set to go on sale in March.
The popular models will become the first road cars to introduce the firmò€™s corporate look ò€“ originally revealed by the Iosis MAX concept at the Geneva Motor Show earlier this year. Boasting revised front and rear bodywork, they also get daylight running lamps, new badging and updated cabins. The S-MAX features overhead storage bins, arear view reversing camera and an optional panoramic roof.
Under the bonnet, both S-MAX and Galaxy models will debut Fordò€™s new, turbocharged EcoBoost engines. Flagship cars will be powered by a 200bhp 2.0-litre petrol unit. There will also be a 150bhp 1.6-litre motor, and a 163bhp 2.0-litre turbodiesel with improved torque delivery from low in the rev range. The automatic Powershift gearbox will be available, too.
While the new S-MAX celebrates the blue ovalò€™s hi-tech approach to the MPV market, the Galaxy is offering more in the way of luxury. Available with new interior trims and colours, plus features including a powerful audio system and integrated roof rails, the car looks and feels more upmarket than before.
There are also some useful safety improvements, with the addition of a Blind Spot Information System and power-operated child locks which can be controlled remotely by the driver.