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The votes are in. The Internet Car and Truck of the Year has just announced the winners for 2011, and without further delays, the winners are the Cadillac CTS-V and Jeep Grand Cherokee. Read the rest of this entry »

2011 Mustang faces clutch problems

Posted by Vincent Van On September - 24 - 2010 ADD COMMENTS

2011 Ford Shelby GT500 Mustang 21 620x413 2011 Mustang faces clutch problems

Ford just released a Technical Service Bulleting (TSB) for a clutch issue on 2011 Mustangs built before April 25, 2010. According to the TBS, the affected models may experience a clutch pedal “stayout” condition with a manual transmission that has around 10,000 miles or less. Read the rest of this entry »

Cervini releases new body kit for 2011 Ford Mustang GT

Posted by Vincent Van On September - 8 - 2010 2 COMMENTS

Cervinis C500 Mustang 5 620x465 Cervini releases new body kit for 2011 Ford Mustang GT

Cervini just released its upcoming body kit for new 2011 Mustang before the SEMA show. As we know, the new Cervini C500 has been in a couple of auto shows recently. The modified package looks awesome, which includes the new urethane kit includes a hood, front bumper, side skirts, side scoops, a rear valence, a ducktail spoiler, upper and lower billet grilles, a set of fog lights and a side-exiting exhaust system. Read the rest of this entry »

Supercharger for 5.0-liter Mustang V8 boosts to 624 hp

Posted by Vincent Van On August - 23 - 2010 ADD COMMENTS

Mustang Supercharger Kit 1 620x411 Supercharger for 5.0 liter Mustang V8 boosts to 624 hp

Ford Racing announced today of three new 2.3-liter twin-screw supercharger kits for the 2011 Mustang to the masses. The new supercharger is Ford Racing’s first power upgrade component for the new 5.0-liter engine in the 2011 Ford Mustang. The supercharger kit was developed by Ford Racing engineers in collaboration with Roush and Whipple Industries.  Read the rest of this entry »

Mustang GT 5.0 inspired by the SR-71 Blackbird plane

Posted by Vincent Van On July - 16 - 2010 ADD COMMENTS

Mustang SR 71 Blackbird 1 620x375 Mustang GT 5.0 inspired by the SR 71 Blackbird plane

Two automotive icons, Roush and Shelby, teamed up with Ford to design a Mustang inspired by the SR-71 Blackbird plane for a charitable cause. This is the first time that the three big names come together for such a project. The unique 2011 Mustang GT features a black and gray matte exterior with red trimming around to resemble the SR-71 spy plane design theme.  Read the rest of this entry »

2011 Mustang V6 DUB edition reveals

Posted by Vincent Van On May - 3 - 2010 ADD COMMENTS

2011 DUB editon Mustang V6 620x483 2011 Mustang V6 DUB edition reveals

Don’t want no “Plain Jane” Mustang V6? Ford has hooked up with DUB magazine and Roush Mustang to put the dazzle in the 2011 Mustang V6. The DUB edition Mustang V6 will be available with a Roush front fascia and air splitter in the front end. In the rear, quarter panel covers are used to flush the rear windows. In addition, the interior comes with the black stripe package with DUB logo in the front seats’ headrests.

The Ford Mustang V6 DUB edition will include 20-inch TIS wheels wrapped in Pirelli rubber. To provide a sleek and aggressive ride, the DUB edition Mustang with be lowered with Roush springs.

The 2011 Ford Mustang V6 DUB Edition will be available by this fall, just in time for Christmas. You will have a choice of either an automatic or six-speed manual gearbox, and four choices of exterior colors of Black, Grabber Blue, Ingot Silver or Race Red.

So how much you might ask? Well, expect to see this package upgrade may be around $5,500 to $6,000 over the standard model.

Press Release»

DUB EDITION 2011 FORD MUSTANG BRINGS UNIQUE STYLE TO NEW GENERATION OF BUYERS

DEARBORN, Mich., May 3, 2010 – Ford Motor Company is teaming up with automotive lifestyle magazine DUB to roll out a specially customized version of the new 2011 Mustang, introducing the iconic sports car to a new generation of enthusiasts.

The DUB Edition Mustang is based on Ford’s outstanding new 3.7-liter V-6 Mustang and will be available this fall. A collaboration between Ford, DUB and Roush Industries, the DUB Edition Mustang will be offered as a coupe, convertible or with the best-of-both-worlds Glass Roof option. Both six-speed manual and automatic transmissions are available.

“The Ford Mustang is the most customized vehicle in the world, and this collaboration pushes the boundaries even further,” said Fritz Wilke, Mustang brand manager. “We’re proud of our relationship with DUB and Roush and how they worked together to bring a new look to Mustang, helping the 2011 DUB Edition Mustang V-6 appeal to a whole new audience.”

• 2011 DUB Edition Mustang introduces Ford Mustang to a whole new generation of buyers
• Based on the new 305-hp Mustang V-6, the DUB Edition will sport 20-inch TIS wheels and Pirelli tires and be available in coupe, convertible and Glass Roof body styles
• The 2011 Mustang V-6 coupe uses advanced technologies and improved aerodynamics to become the first production vehicle to make 300-plus hp and return 30-plus mpg highway

Available only with Ford’s new high-tech, 305-horsepower DOHC 3.7-liter V-6, the DUB Edition Mustang will offer:

• 20-inch TIS wheels with Pirelli performance tires
• Roush front fascia and splitter
• Roush quarter window louvers and windshield banner
• Roush lowering springs
• Coupe, convertible or Glass Roof body style
• Six-speed manual or automatic transmission
• 3.31 rear axle ratio for spirited acceleration
• DUB logo embroidered in front headrest and DUB stripe package
• Black interior
• Choice of four exterior colors: Black, Grabber Blue, Race Red or Ingot Silver

“Working with Ford and Roush is an honor and has been a dream come true for DUB,” said Myles Kovacs, president and co-founder of DUB magazine. “The Mustang is such an iconic muscle car and has always been a customizer’s favorite. The DUB Edition Mustang stays true to its roots, but I think we’ve successfully brought a ton of hustle to the muscle.”

About the 2011 Mustang V-6
For 2011, Mustang is available with a lightweight, all-new high-performance powerplant. Displacing 3.7 liters, the double-overhead-cam (DOHC) 24-valve V-6 uses Ford’s Twin Independent Variable Camshaft Timing (Ti-VCT) to produce remarkable power output – 305 horsepower and 280 ft.-lb. of torque – while still achieving up to 31 mpg highway.

Drivers can get the most out of the new V-6 engine using either an all-new six-speed manual or automatic transmission. With either choice comes the flexibility and fuel economy benefit of six forward ratios.

The 2011 Mustang has also received enhancements to its chassis to maintain the outstanding balance and driving behavior Mustang owners expect. Combined with state-of-the-art safety and technology features, the 2011 Mustang sets a new standard in the sports coupe class.

2011 Saleen Mustang 302 unveiled

Posted by Vincent Van On April - 16 - 2010 ADD COMMENTS

SMS Mustang 302 1 620x411 2011 Saleen Mustang 302 unveiled

Much anticipation had built up since Saleen released its rendering of the proposed 460 Mustang since last year. Much of the delay was due to Ford’s new V8 engine that SMS was waiting to modify. Today, Saleen offiicial unveiled the completion of the renamed 2011 SMS 302 Mustang at the company’s headquarters in Corona, California.

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A more potent V6 for 2011 Chevrolet Camaro

Posted by Vincent Van On April - 8 - 2010 2 COMMENTS

2010 camaro V6 1 620x413 A more potent V6 for 2011 Chevrolet Camaro

Update: 4/8/2010 – Officially: A new 2011 312 horsepower Chevrolet Camaro

It is official that Chevrolet will introduce a 312-hp Chevrolet Camaro to end the 2011 Mustang V6′s reign. Just as we had expected, Chevrolet is not letting 2011 Mustang V6 running rampantly with its new powerful V6 engine. Read the rest of this entry »

2011 Ford Mustang V6 with 305-HP at 30 mpg and $22,995

Posted by Vincent Van On April - 7 - 2010 5 COMMENTS

2011 Mustang GT 2 620x413 2011 Ford Mustang V6 with 305 HP at 30 mpg and $22,995

Update: 4/7/2010 – 2011 Ford Mustang versus Chevy Camaro V6 models, and the performance numbers are in by Inside Line

Lets put the V8 aside for a bit and look at the new potent V6s from the Chevy Camaro and the Ford Mustang. The performance numbers are in by the guys from Inside Line (Edmunds.com), and here they are in raw format:

2010 Chevrolet Camaro V6 – Curb weigh at 3,790 pounds, sprints from 0 -60 mph in 6.1-seconds, a 14.3-second quarter-mile time, and pulls a 0.86 g on the skidpad. Stopping from 60 mph to zero with a distance of 111.8 feet.

2011 Ford Mustang V6 - Curb weigh at 3,508 pounds, sprints from 0 – 60 mph in 5.6 seconds, a 13.9-second quarter-mile time, and pulls a 0.91 g on the skidpad. Stopping from 60 mph to zero with a distance of 103 feet.

So, there you have it! We have a clear winner in this round. As we speak, Chevrolet engineers are working hard right now to roll out its new 2011 Chevrolet Camaro for a rematch. So, stay tune!

Update: 3/25/2010 – 2011 Mustang V6 Price Lower to $22,995

The 2011 Mustang unleashed its full arsenal against it rival the 2010 Camaro. Ford announced the official starting price of a base 2011 Mustang V6 at $22,995, which is about $535 lower than its was intended and near the starting price range of the Camaro V6 ($22,680).

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Ford added 60 more jobs to Cleveland Plant

Posted by Vincent Van On February - 26 - 2010 1 COMMENT

2011MustangV6 a1 Ford added 60 more jobs to Cleveland PlantIt seems like the auto industry is having a come back. Ford is investing $155 million in Cleveland Engine Plant No. 1 and adding 60 jobs to the Cleveland Plant in Ohio. The new investment supports the new fuel-efficient 3.7-liter V-6 engine for 2011 Mustang that delivers an expected best-in-class 30 mpg highway and 305 horsepower.

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