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Damion Smy
Ford rules out return of its celebrated hot hatches
Don’t hold your breath for a new hot hatch from Ford as the automaker doesn’t want to “copy the past”.
11 Days Ago
All Ford Focus News
Max Davies
Ford Focus dead after 27 years as production ends at European factory
One of Ford's most iconic models has finally ended production, though the Focus name could reappear on a mid-sized SUV in the coming years.
4 Months Ago
Ben Zachariah
Ford Focus may be revived as SUV – report
A new report claims Ford is working on a replacement Focus, with the new model set to be unveiled in 2027.
6 Months Ago
William Stopford
Multiple Ford models recalled, including Ranger
Certain Ford models built between 2018 and 2023 may not show reversing camera footage on their touchscreen, among other glitches.
8 Months Ago
Damion Smy
New Ford passenger cars on the way: could Fiesta and Focus return?
With its global showrooms dominated by pickups and SUVs, Ford has now told dealers it's developing new passenger cars in Europe.
8 Months Ago
Jordan Mulach
Farewell, Focus! Ford confirms end date for once-popular small car
The Ford Focus will join the 27 Club this year, with the small car set to finally exit production globally in November.
1 Year Ago
Jordan Mulach
Ford Australia to put features behind a paywall from 2025
Most Ford models sold in Australia since mid-2020 will soon require their owners to pay for certain functions which are currently free.
1 Year Ago
Jordan Mulach
Ford Powershift class action hits High Court
The saga between Ford Focus, Fiesta, and EcoSport owners with the Blue Oval over defective Powershift transmissions has arrived in the High Court.
2 Years Ago
William Stopford
Every car discontinued in 2022
This year, we said goodbye to some thrifty hybrids, hot hatchbacks, cute drop-tops, and some budget-friendly fare.
3 Years Ago
William Stopford
Future Fords to be 'more American', Focus getting the axe
European Focus production is ending as Ford pivots to a more SUV-centric line-up with more American styling and potentially higher margins.
3 Years Ago
Mike Costello
Ford Fiesta ST and Focus ST axed from Australian line-up
Two of the best hot hatches money can buy are being retired from Australian showrooms, as stock shortages bite and Ford focuses on volume.
4 Years Ago
Derek Fung
Ford Focus' future in doubt beyond 2025
The German plant that produces the Ford Focus is expected to close in 2025, casting doubt on the small car's future.
4 Years Ago
William Stopford
Ford Focus production to be reduced - report
Ford is reportedly reducing production of its Focus range, leading to speculation its plant could be shuttered.
4 Years Ago
Jack Quick
Ford Fiesta and Focus recalled
A potential oil leak in 2019-22 Ford Fiesta and Focus models could lead to an engine fire.
4 Years Ago
William Stopford
Ford Focus ST-3 delivered to customers without advertised features
Owners have said they've taken delivery of special edition Ford Focus ST-3s, only to find they're missing advertised features.
4 Years Ago
William Stopford
2022 Ford Focus ST delayed, won't use smaller screen
Ford Australia is delaying the launch of the Focus ST, and won't substitute in an older infotainment system to get it here sooner.
4 Years Ago
