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Ford and Webasto unveil ultra-high-performance battery electric Mustang fastback prototype

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—Hau Thai-Tang, Ford’s Chief Product Development and Purchasing Officer. In a twist, Mustang Lithium features a manual transmission and uses a drag-strip proven Calimer-version of the Getrag MT82 6-speed transmission with billet internals to handle the massive torque. Ford Performance half shafts and Super 8.8

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Ford puts the pedal down on performance … but not with electric drive technology right now

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At the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit this week, Ford delivered first proof of that focus with the reveal of the new Ford GT carbon-fiber supercar, as well as the new F-150 Raptor based on the new aluminum F-150 and the Shelby GT350R Mustang. Shelby GT350R Mustang. Earlier post.)

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Ford CEO: Ford to focus on 5 key areas of innovation: mobility, autonomy, connectivity, customer experience and performance

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In conjunction with the media event, Ford announced that it, Magna International Inc. Focus RS will join Ford’s existing performance lineup, including Fiesta ST, Focus ST, Shelby GT350 Mustang and F-150 Raptor. Millennials are purchasing ST vehicles at a rate twice that of other Ford-branded vehicles. Earlier post.).

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Feature: Muscle Cars Are Speeding into the Future

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And the new Mustang Mach-E EV outsold its internal combustion namesake during several months of the past year. Emission limits and oil crises have forced manufacturers and purchasers to re-evaluate what’s most important. Classic Definition of a Muscle Car. The term “muscle car” is tossed around often.

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