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Ford of Europe will veiled a new versions of its top-selling Galaxy at the 2010 Brussels Show on January 13. With fresh designs and the latest evolution of Ford's kinetic design cues, they feature new interior materials and features, a range of more efficient powertrains and a host of driver focused technologies aimed at safety and comfort. 2010 Ford Galaxy: Gets a fresh new look for 2010 with a range of efficient new powertrains and technology for both comfort and safety HIGHLIGHTS: * New models to debuted at 2010 Brussels Motor Show and introduce a year of technological innovation * New designs and features enhance the distinctive and individual character of each model * Improved craftsmanship plus extensive array of technologies designed to exceed customer expectations * Enhanced technologies include new Blind Spot Information System (BLIS®) to boost driver and occupant safety and comfort, and Premium Sound System * S-MAX and Galaxy spearhead launch of Ford's new high-effici...

Ford of Europe unveiled new versions of its top-selling S-MAX and Galaxy at the 2010 Brussels Show on January 13. With fresh designs and the latest evolution of Ford's kinetic design cues, they feature new interior materials and features, a range of more efficient powertrains and a host of driver focused technologies aimed at safety and comfort. 2010 Ford S-Max: The latest Ford PowerShift transmission enters range: standard with 2.0-litre EcoBoost, optional with 140 and 163 PS 2.0-litre Duratorq TDCi HIGHLIGHTS: * Ford S-MAX and Galaxy models get a fresh new look for 2010, a range of efficient new powertrains and technology for comfort and safety * New models to debut at 2010 Brussels Motor Show and introduce a year of technological innovation * New designs and features enhance the distinctive and individual character of each model * Improved craftsmanship plus extensive array of technologies designed to exceed customer expectations * Enhanced technologies include new Blind Spot In...

All-new, 7-Seat Ford C-MAX To Join North American Lineup In 2011, Building Small Car Range In North America, the "whitespace" vehicle will be one of up to 10 unique models the company will create from an all-new global C-car platform developed under its One Ford strategy. With the market introduction of the 7-seat C-MAX in late 2011, Ford will offer customers in North America three distinct models in the important compact segment, which is expected to show continued growth in the coming years. 2010 Ford C-MAX: The first of a new generation of Ford global C-cars scheduled for introduction during the next several years; lineup also will include next-generation Ford Focus HIGHLIGHTS: * Ford will launch the all-new, 7-seat C-MAX in North America in late 2011 as a "whitespace" vehicle * Revealed at Frankfurt Motor Show, the new C-MAX brings "kinetic design" language to the compact segment, combining bold styling and versatile, spacious 7-seat layout * New C-car...

Ka Celebrates Its First Birthday With A Revised Model Line-up, New Individual Variants The updated Ford Ka line-up continues with the existing engines - 1.2-litre petrol (69PS) and 1.3-litre diesel (75PS) - and realigned models: Studio, Edge, Zetec and the all-new Titanium. 2010 Ford Ka: Range grows The Ford Ka Studio adds rear head restraints to the standard specification. The Ka Edge replaces Style and includes air conditioning as standard. The Ka Zetec gains a flexible accessory holder and leather steering wheel as standard. The top-of-the range Ka Titanium includes the following features over Zetec: 16in alloys, advanced music pack, chrome handles, tailgate handle and tailpipe and Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC). The advanced music pack includes uprated speakers, amplifier and 100w subwoofer. New Individual variants Four new Individual variants replace the previous option packs, based on the Zetec specification. The Ka Grand Prix includes 16in seven-spoke alloys, re...

The next-generation Ford Focus made its worldwide debut at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in January 2010 in Detroit, providing customers with more affordable technologies and features than ever in this segment, as well as detailed craftsmanship, outstanding fuel economy and a new standard for driving quality. 2011 Ford Focus: Targets exceptional fuel economy, and advances acclaimed levels of driving quality HIGHLIGHTS: * Next-generation Ford Focus made its worldwide debut at 2010 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit * Focus spearheads Ford’s new generation of global C-cars, all based on a common platform that will underpin up to 10 vehicles around the world and account for two million units of annual production by 2012 * Stylish new range provides customers with class-leading new technologies, features and craftsmanship * New range will start production simultaneously in Europe and North America in late 2010 and go on sale early in 2011 Both th...

A modern heir to generations of legendary open-air Maseratis, the GranTurismo Convertible breaks ground as the first four-seat convertible from the house of the Trident. The 433 hp, 4.7 liter V8 engine and six-speed adaptive automatic transmission with standard paddle shifters deliver thoroughbred performance, with the unmistakable Maserati exhaust note now unfiltered to the pilot and passengers. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo Convertible: Uniquely Italian coach built tradition defined by its Pininfarina styling This four-seat convertible demonstrates Maserati's expertise in the production of exclusive hand-built automobiles by providing an unprecedented level of personalization choices as standard equipment including: * 9 Exterior colors standard with 5 optional hues * 10 shades of Poltrona Frau leather for the interior * 6 different soft top colors (Black, Burgundy, Blue, Dark Gray, Beige and Dark Brown) * 3 wood trim options, Rosewood (standard), Walnut and Wenge (no cost options) * ...