Blog Posts by: Marc Noordeloos  

The 2013 Ford Focus ST is a world car. Important bits like the 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, the six-speed Getrag gearbox, chassis tuning, and even the Goodyear summer performance tires are fitted to all STs, no matter what the country. Still, some changes are necessary for the North American model. What you ...    Read more

The automaker best defined by the Super Duty finally has a proper performance compact once again. The 2013 Ford Focus ST comes to us a decade after the world class 2002-04 Focus SVT, our domesticated version of the first-generation Euro Focus ST, languished on dealership lots. The excellent independent rear-suspension ...    Read more

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I have distinct memories of our Four Seasons 2009 Jaguar XF Supercharged, from the good, to the bad, to the ugly. The leader in the good camp was no doubt the class leading steering and chassis. The XF had a magnificent (and rare) balance of body control, ride quality, and ...    Read more

The BMW 5-series Gran Turismo is a thorn in the side of fans of the German brand’s 5-series wagon. The sedan meets wagon meets SUV has left long-time BMW enthusiasts scratching their heads due to the Gran Turismo’s weight, less-than-sporty styling, and subpar (for the brand) driving dynamics. As is ...    Read more

Fuel in the UK is £1.30 per liter. At the present exchange rate, that equals around $2.00 per liter. There are 3.8 liters in a U.S. gallon, putting a milk jug volume of fuel in the UK at an astonishing $7.60. This is quite simply why a 2.0-liter turbo diesel ...    Read more