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Even Durban - the city renowned for its year-round summer climate - has been feeling the winter chill more recently, with nightly temperatures regularly falling into single digits. And with the winter solstice only just behind us, we're not quite yet back to flip-flops and vests as our daily attire just yet. With that in mind, we wouldn't argue against weekend activities going no further than regular hot chocolate refills, accompanied by extended doses of Netflix and chill... However, if you are keen to get out of the house and hit the road on a relatively short road trip, there is an activity which has been setting the South Coast alight in recent years, and one which the whole family can enjoy. It's the car and bike motor racing held at Dezzi Raceway, Port Shepstone, organised by the Kwa-Zulu Natal Road Racing Club. It's been many, many years since KZN has enjoyed a safe and sanctioned space for motorcar and motorbike racing, with Westmead and Roy Hesketh circuits all but a distant memory of the 60s and 70s. And with racers (dangerously) taking to the road to employ their craft, Desmond Gutzeit - circuit owner and creator - came to the rescue of racers and fans alike with the opening of Dezzi Raceway in 2015. Set in the rolling hills of the South Coast and just 10 minutes' drive from Port Shepstone, the 2.5km track is a superb mix of tight, technical corners, blind rises and elevation changes - a challenging proposition for cars, and especially bikes - with quick directional changes a must for setting a good lap time.

A relatively short main pit straight culminates in a tight left-hander offering late braking overtaking manoeuvres for those so inclined at turn 1. Exiting turn 1 into a gentle uphill run and you’re greeted by a tricky blind and off camber turn 2 which leads into sweeping and equally tricky turn 3 and 4 kink before a short blast to the turn 5 hairpin, accompanied by resplendent sea views if you have the time to take them in. Running down the hill now towards the sea is turn 6, a fast sweeping left, before getting hard on the brakes into the tight double apex turn 7. Heading back up the hill and past the dam on your right into turn 8, a technical left-hander setting up for hard acceleration around the sweeping exit before once again getting back on the brakes for the tight right-hand turn 9. With turn 9 done, it's back on the throttle now and up the hill towards the slow double apex turn 10 before the last, tight left-hand kink at turn 11 before entering the main pit straight where cars and bikes accelerate to achieve their top speed on the circuit. The action starts early on Saturday morning with a drivers briefing at 7:00 am. The format is simple; qualifying followed by 2 races - race one before lunch and race two after - with prize giving at the end of the days racing. For spectators, there is a class of racing to suit all tastes from four wheels to two.

With the new Rokkit Digital Agency/CMH Ford Focus ST pace car dutifully leading out all entrants on their customary warm-up lap, racers compete over course of 10 laps, with a variety of different classes filling up the day. In the top spec Porsche Challenge class race spec Porsche Cup cars with their spin-tingling boxer engine howls fight it out against the bellowing V8 powered Backdraft Racing Cobras. Just as exciting is the Modified Saloon and Super Modified class which sees forced induction Citi Golfs going head-to-head with naturally aspirated Audi A3s and the like. The noise is immense, the racing is tight and the action is packed. For two-wheeled lovers, the action starts with riders as young as ten and eleven competing in the 150/NSF class, with the Breakfast Class (600cc) and Formula X (1000cc) providing the most extreme entertainment on two wheels for spectators who have a variety of superb viewing platforms set up around the track, allowing fans to safely get as close to the action as possible. With the pit, and extended pit areas fully open, fans can also get as close to the race machines as they can to the track, with racers more than happy to chat about their machines as well as relive stories of their on-track exploits. Be sure to check out the remainder of this year's KZN Road Racing Club's events at Dezzi Raceway. Entry for spectators is R80 for adults, R50 for teens and pensioners, and free for children 12 years old and under, with tickets available at the gate. Refreshments and food stalls are available, with picnics also welcomed. Also, to take full advantage of the venue and the race action make you visit all the spectacular viewing decks situated around the track.

Ford Sports Technologies

With a proud history in motorsport, the ST badge stands for Sports Technologies, and is only applied to halo cars within their respective range. The Fiesta ST and Focus ST draw on Ford’s rich automotive history and experience preparing race-ready cars, and are well respected and revered by both customers and competing manufacturers alike. Ford South Africa and CMH Ford are strongly committed to providing motorsport inspired road cars to fans in South Africa, and the Fiesta and Focus ST join the Ford Focus RS and Ford Mustang as leading examples of Ford's cummlative experience in tailored race cars for the road. By co-sponsoring the official KZN Road Racing pace car with Rokkit Digital Agency, CMH Ford is furthering this commitment to motorsport in South Africa. The Ford Focus RS (Rallye Sport) is perhaps the ultimate hot hatch. Offered in limited quantities which assures exclusivity, the RS is a serious machine with high-performance technology and innovative engineering that sets new benchmarks for driving exhilaration on the road and track. It’s a great example of Ford’s passion for innovation through performance and creating vehicles that make people’s hearts pound. With a specially engineered 257kW/440Nm version of Ford’s new 2.3-litre EcoBoost engine, the Focus RS is the fastest-ever RS model, sprinting from 0-100 km/h in 4.7 seconds and hitting a top speed of 266 km/h. A racetrack thoroughbred? You bet! The Mustang is perhaps Ford’s most revered and recognisable nameplate, having become an automotive icon the moment it was launched in 1964. The latest Mustang, unveiled on 17 April 2014 to mark its remarkable 50th anniversary, is the first official Mustang available locally following the commencement of right-hand drive production for the first time at the Flat Rock Assembly Plant in Michigan, U.S.A. Available in 5.0-litre V8 (306kW/530Nm) or all-new 2.3 EcoBoost (233kW/430Nm) guise, it is the former V8 model which is sure to get pulses racing as it revives a long-time love affair for fans of the prancing pony badge. The Fiesta ST which has recently been bolstered by the addition of the Fiesta ST 200 continues to set the benchmark for bang-for-you-buck value for money. In ST 200 guise the little pocket-rocket produces 10% more power and 20% more torque from its 1.6-litre turbo engine. This endowers the ST 200 with impressive outputs of 147 kW and 290 Nm, allowing it to sprint to 100kph in just 6.7 seconds, 0.2 seconds faster than the standard model.

  CMH Ford Durban South invites you to give us a call today on 031 451 4700, or visit our dealership at 274 Soloman Mahlangu Drive Bluff and chat to one of our friendly Service Advisors to book your Ford vehicle in for a service or safety check if you are planning a long trip. We will gladly take the time to do a thorough check on your vehicle and attend to all your concerns. If you are looking to trade your vehicle in, our Service Advisor’s will gladly introduce you to one of our Sales Executive’s and get you into an amazing new vehicle. As a convenience, we also supply tyres, wheel alignment, and wheel balancing in-house. This can all be done when you bring your vehicle in for a service, or when it is required. We strive for excellent service and back that up with quality workmanship. We also offer Saturday services, for those who can’t make it during the week and for those who find this more convenient. The community and environment are very important to us and as such, we like to do our part by using a waterless car wash system on all our serviced vehicles. Our office hours are from Monday to Friday 7.30am to 5.00pm and on a Saturday 8.00am to 12.00 pm. Don’t forget to enter and complete the online service experience survey that goes into a quarterly draw to win a prize. Visit www.cmhapps.co.za/ford

CMH Ford Randburg’s helpful tips to help you keep your car safe:  1: Lock your doors The first thing no matter how obvious is ensure your doors are locked. When you get into your vehicles lock all doors and put on your seatbelt. Always remember “Safety First”. When you park your vehicle no matter how short of a time you are going to be away from it Always lock your doors. Locking your doors reducing theft by more than 50%. 2: Put away valuables Always put your valuables in the boot. Laptop bags, handbags and any other items that draw the attention of someone to the inside of your vehicle. This is regardless of whether the vehicle is parked or not. 3: Parking in safe areas Park in areas that are well lit. Do not park in secluded areas as this attracts thieves to your vehicle. when you park your car in an area that has good lighting you greatly reduce the chances of your vehicle being broken into or getting stolen. If you have access to underground parking, rather park there than to park your car in the street. 4: Check your surroundings Check your mirrors for any vehicles that may be following you. Be extremely vigilant when coming from the bank or the airport. Do not drive straight to your final destination. If you feel you are being followed rather drive to the police station nearest to you. 5: Reinforce your windows It’s a good idea to get anti smash & grab tint film on your vehicle. This will ensure you are protected in the event that someone tries to smash your windows in. The film slows down the process of smashing the window in and the window will not shutter completely. 6: Install a tracker A tracker can help to recover your vehicle when it has been stolen. It’s a watchful eye over your vehicle. Most times your vehicle will be dumped somewhere for a few days. If no one comes for the thief will assume it doesn’t have a tracker and will come back to fetch it. Visit our website on http://cmhford.co.za/randburg/ or contact us via email: [email protected] or telephonically on 011 509 7300.  

When buying a vehicle, new or a pre-owned, the most important aspects to take into consideration is the service plan, maintenance plan and warranty of the car you intend to buy. Another important thing is the length of these plans and this will suit each individual accordingly. It is also important to know the differences, especially between a service and maintenance plan. Service Plan A service plan gives you complete peace of mind and covers the cost of the routine servicing as stipulated in the manufacturer’s service schedule so you don’t have to worry about yearly cost increases as your servicing costs are fixed and provided for you. Your vehicle will be serviced at manufacturer’s approved dealer where genuine parts are used and trusted technicians. Generally, this plan will include the labour and replacement costs of the air-, pollen-, fuel filter, spark plugs, fluids, coolant, consumables, cambelt, V-belts, tensioners and drive pulleys, coolant hoses and sump plug gasket accordingly by the manufacturer's service schedule. Maintenance Plan A maintenance plan has more benefits than a service plan and will include typical wear and tear items like brake pads & linings, brake discs, wiper blades, batteries, clutch, rear wheel cylinder, fuses and globes, starter motor, alternator, suspension, window winder mechanisms, wheel bearings, CV joints etc. Basically, the maintenance covers items on your car that has a wear cycle and will need to be replaced at some point during the car’s lifespan so you can spend less time worrying about the costs of taking care and maintaining your vehicle which leaves you with more time enjoying the roads. Ultimately when buying a vehicle it is important to be informed and to make sure that any future risk will be taken care off. In today’s busy life, we all aspire for convenience and that is the benefit of these plans, to make your life easier. We all want to know that we will be taken care off in the future and know that you will not have any stressful experience when it comes to services makes for a good night’s sleep. To get a quote for a service, maintenance or warranty plan contact one of our financial managers here at CMH Kempster Ford Pretoria North on 012 404 9200 and they will gladly assist you.

CMH Ford Umhlanga would like to welcome Bevin Nulliah who has joined the CMH Ford Umhlanga Service department, from CMH GM Umhlanga, and also we would like to welcome Thomas Naidoo who is now our Used Car Manager from CMH Ford Durban. Thomas Nadioo previously worked for CMH Ford Durban as an Assistant Manager, for the past 9 years. His professional knowledge and skills gathered overtime are a strong indicator of what he will contribute to Kempster Ford Umhlanga. We believe you will find his expertise invaluable in making your selection for your next vehicle purchase. Please come by to meet Thomas Naidoo at our CMH Ford Umhlanga used cars showroom. Thomas and his sales staff are there to help you with any questions you might have regarding trading in your vehicle or the purchase of a used vehicle. All our pre-owned vehicles go through a quality test before we put them on our floor so you are guaranteed to get a car in good working condition. We are Also pleased to welcome Bevin Nulliah, who has worked for CMH for the past 8 years as a Service Manager Bevin loves building relationships and bonding with people. and always put his clients first. His goal is to become a prime dealer, and for the workshop department to become the best and really strive towards excellence. Both these new managers chose their professions, not because they enjoy numbers but because they enjoy working with people.

CMH Ford Umhlanga hosted a Ford Performance day expo, Kempster Ford Umhlanga had the opportunity to showcase a Roush Mustang. A unique mix of street car and a race car...Is a ROUSH car. Or more specifically, a ROUSH Mustang, with styling, performance, and handling characteristics derived from the racetrack and modified for street legal usage.   Upgrading your Mustang has never been this easy. Introducing the 3 levels of upgrades for your Mustang. Level 1 includes cold air induction and an exhaust system. Level 2 includes Level 1 plus some cosmetic enhancements as well as an ECU upgrade. Level 3 further adds the fitment of a Roush supercharger and revised suspension. So far the highest reading achieved on the facility’s dynamometer for a Level 3 Mustang is 514 kW. No need to worry about the warranty of your Mustang being void, Ford Performance Parts or Roush Performance fitments is covered by comprehensive 3-year/60 000 km powertrain warranty which, will cover the performance upgrades, while the remainder of the Ford new vehicle warranty will not be voided. As technology and design continue to evolve, so does the CMH FORD. Get in touch with our New Vehicle Sales Executives to get yourself behind a Mustang ROUSH.

We all know for most of you, a flat tyre can be your worst nightmare. A flat tyre can strike you at any moment, making that very moment an extremely stressful situation. You have to keep calm during this situation, if you panic it will make the situation a lot worse. Make sure you take precautions for your safety and well-being: • Always ensure your vehicle is firm on level ground, wheels are straight ahead • Switch the ignition off and apply park brake • Make sure all passengers are out of the vehicle   Below is a detailed step by step guide on what you need to get back on to the road. Make sure you do a FLAT TYRE CHECKLIST which would consist of the following : 1. Pumped up spare tyre 2. Jack 3. Wheel spanner 4. Triangle 5. Screwdriver Guideline to change the tyre: 1: Move your vehicle to a flat spot, the vehicle in an angle will damage the axle, make sure there is no one in the vehicle. 2: Apply the triangle 45 Meters of your vehicle to make other motor vehicles aware. 3: Remove the jack from the boot of the vehicle and place it in the right spot of the vehicle Start to crank the vehicle all the way until it touches the bottom of your vehicle, make sure you do not lift the vehicle off the ground at this point. 4: Take your wheel spanner to loosen the nuts on the tyre , it works out much more easier to loosen the nuts while the wheel is touching the ground, turn each nut clockwise, loosen one nut as time but do not take the nut off completely , leave them on the vehicle with a few turns to remove it completely off. 5: Use the jack to lift the side you need of the vehicle off the ground.   6: Remove the nuts completely off the wheel and replace it with the spare tyre on the vehicle. 7: Gently apply the nuts back onto the vehicle whilst it is still in the air, make sure the nuts are not tightened, just tight enough to hold the tyre in place and make sure it is stable.   8: Lower the jack making your vehicle sit on the ground.   9: Tighten your nuts on the tyre back to the way it was when you first removed it, ensure you do this in a clockwise direction as you done before, make sure you do each nut one at a time to ensure it is done correctly and tight.     Once all is done be sure to put everything away you have used and head onto your destination as planned. Be safe when travelling and always be prepared for any sticky situation and make sure you teach everyone in the household how to change a tyre in case of a serious emergency.

A new vehicle is way more than just a ride as it represents your lifestyle, personality and personal taste. There are several ways to personalise your vehicle to make it stand out, and make it uniquely “you”, which will make it fit you like a glove, and really meet your individual needs. Here’s what you should keep in mind when customising your vehicle: If reselling your vehicle, will a large group of buyers be interested in the “upgrade”? Remember that a potential buyer will only pay for what they need/want, so a good rule is not to overdo it. By keeping it relevant and simple you open up a larger pool of potential future buyers. Spend wisely when adding expensive equipment to a vehicle as it will not necessarily increase its value. Many vehicle owners think they will be able to get back the costs of after-market products they have installed at the time of resale, only to be disappointed when a potential buyer isn't willing to pay for the accessories or extras. You can never go wrong with factory fitted extras, as it will definitely add more value to your vehicle, and extras like rubberising and smash and grab will never count against you. Accessories like nudge bars, roll bars, and mags can enhance the general look of the vehicle, and should make the dealer/buyer more inclined to pay more for the vehicle. Personalising your vehicle to your own taste in the sense of special paint colour or personalized decals, lowered suspension, performance enhanced engines, and modified exhaust systems is a big no-no, as everybody hasn’t got the same personal taste. Before adding extras or accessories: Firstly consult with your dealer to check if any modification will void the warranty in any way (if your vehicle is still under warranty). Make sure that your insurance conditions remain intact or if any addendum is required when adding it to your current insurance. We at CMH Kempster Ford Pretoria North have a full range of genuine Ford parts as well as a wide range of Ford approved accessories and would love to help you customise your vehicle to add a bit more style and value.

The month of August is known for flying kites high. It makes sense that it would also be women’s month. Similar to kites women are made to fly high. Meet Tamanda our Accountant/HR. She began her career in the motor industry in 2002 where she was a trainee accountant. She then moved to the CMH group under Rand Auto then in 2007. Tamanda is the is the kind of woman that Women’s Month is all about. Tamanda is a mother of one soon to be two. She has succeeded in working in a male-dominated She has an open door policy and deals with employees on a daily basis and loves interacting with employees and customers alike. Her bubbly and vibrant personality shows that she is not only a number cruncher but a people person too. Besides it being such a tough industry to break into and succeed she reckons “it’s the team you work with that paves the way, and makes it possible for success. Sharon joined our team in 2013 in the sales team. She was previously with Peugeot for one year. She took over and was super sales lady. In 2016 she decided to spread her wings and become stock controller/ invoicing clerk for the new cars department. She sources vehicles from Ford factory and various Ford dealers around the country. Sharon is the kind of woman that is thrilled about the success of other women. She is a mother of one. Her hardwork and drive to succeed have kept her on the up and up in the dealership. Her motto is to always find a balance. Cmh Kempster Ford Randburg would like to wish all the ladies a HAPPY WOMEN’S MONTH

CMH Ford Pretoria is having an eventful time with managing massive growth and unheard of activity in all our departments we need to ensure that we keep tabs on the quality of service and customer experience we provide. Now here is where the saying of “the more I practice, the luckier I get” comes to mind. New vehicle customer satisfaction seems pegged at a 100% consistently. Our off-site displays are continuing and if you meet a person at either Quagga or Wonderpark wanting to show you our newest and best offerings then most probably that is our eager as a beaver Kempster Ford Pretoria sales person. We had one in each mall in the last month and we will see you there soon again. Our service department is growing consistently and I would like to invite all people and businesses that own Ford vehicles to give a call. We will service your vehicle in a jiffy and look after you and your vehicle in the way that you can only dream of. We wish to congratulate our top performers whom we honoured for the month of July. They are Ofense Mdluli, Akhone Tsili, Peter Mkhwanazi and Lindi Viljoen respectively for our four main business departments.  

On the 17th May 2017 – The Ford Wildlife Foundation (FWF) handed over a new Ford Ranger bakkie to the Oceanographic Research Institute (ORI) to support the Institute’s Coral Reef Programme. The handover forms part of Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa’s (FMCSA) commitment to the conservation and preservation of the environment in Sub-Saharan Africa. South African coral reefs are marginal and unique, comprising a biodiversity hot-spot. For over 25 years, the Coral Reef Programme of the Oceanographic Research Institute has conducted intensive research on these fragile ecosystems aimed at their conservation and management. Coral reefs are under global threat from climate change and the Programme is currently focusing, in particular, on the resilience of the reefs to the effects of global warming. How Will The Ford Ranger Support the Coral Reef Programme? All field operations of the ORI Coral Reef Programme require diving at sea, deploying a diving team with surface support. ORI is well-equipped with a sea-going vessel and the SCUBA gear needed for the work, as well as laboratory and research infrastructure. However, safe transport is also required for a team of at least four people, in a vehicle with the capacity to launch and beach a boat. This requirement is now met with the addition of a Ford Ranger to the team. “The Ford Wildlife Foundation has added its support to this Programme by providing a Ford Ranger 4x4 vehicle for the demanding field activities needed to undertake this vital research. This will add to the safety and effectiveness of the team, helping them to complete their work in the field,” says Schleyer. The locally-built Ford Ranger, which is one of South Africa’s top-selling vehicles overall and in the light commercial segment, will be used to enable the project to go further and make a real impact – particularly in the remote locations often associated with conservation and environmental projects.

The day started off as an exciting one for the ladies at Birdsong old age home in Durban North, the ladies where invited to a concert by a nearby primary school. We at CMH Kempster Ford Umhlanga had offered to sponsor the ladies with transport to and from the school. As early as 8:00 am we were there and ready, waiting patiently for the ladies to get ready and transport them to the event. What a buzz it was, you could see the excitement in their eyes. Our Dealer Principal, Mr Clive Wainright was the driver for the day, driving the Ford Transit Bus which is a 7 seater, fitting all the ladies comfortably. During the trip the ladies were chatting away, and enjoying every moment, asking questions and sharing stories about the cars they have once owned. We eventually got to our destination, where the ladies were treated with joy and laughter, as they watched the concert which was acted out by the grade 1 and grade 3 children, we also got a glimpse of the concert, with our Dealer Principal Clive sitting right in front. We then transported the ladies safely back to their retirement home. It’s always a pleasure to give back to the community, giving a helping hand is what we do best at CMH Kempster Ford Umhlanga.

In today’s life a second can change everything and the big question is: Will you be taken care of if that second turns into an accident? With Accident Angels in the event of an accident ER24 takes you to the nearest private medical facility to ensure that the treatment you receive is World Class and on notification of a car accident up to R10 000 is loaded onto the member’s accidentANGELS™ MasterCard®. If a member requires further medical treatment for their injuries, a R200 000 guarantee is placed at the private medical facility for such treatment. The Accident ANGELS MasterCard enables instant payment for all emergency treatment after a motor vehicle or motorcycle accident. Within moments of receiving notice of your accident, they will release your funds – ready to use at any casualty unit. Accident Angels is not attached to a vehicle but protects the member should he/she be involved in any Motor Vehicle Accident. Facts: • South Africa has one of the highest vehicle accident rates in the world • Approximately 800 people get seriously injured every day on South African Roads For just a small amount per month, Accident Angels can save your life, it’s really not much when it’s a matter of life and death. Especially if you don’t have a medical aid and you travel on our roads, you can’t afford to be without an ANGEL. Contact our financial managers for more information on this incredible lifesaving product on 012 404 9200.

CMH Ford Durban South spent Saturday the 9th of September at the Dezzi Raceway and  the highlight of the day for the CMH Ford Durban South staff was the smells of fumes and sounds of roaring racing engines of cars and bikes racing around the Dezzi Raceway. There was also a variety of food and cool drink stalls on sale.                                                             Dezzi Raceway is set in the rolling hills of the South coast and just 10 minutes’ drive from Port Shepstone, the 2.5 Km track is a superb mix of tight, technical corners, blind rises and elevation changes-a challenging proposition for cars, and especially bikes with quick directional changes a must for setting a good lap time. The actions starts early on a Saturday morning with a drivers briefing at 7.00 am. For the spectators, there is a class of racing to suit all tastes from four wheels to two wheels.                                                           All the racers dangerously taking to the road to employ their races. CMH Ford has a Focus ST that is the pace car that dutifully leads all entrants on their customary warm-up laps, racers compete over course of 10 laps with a variety of different classes filling up the day. The excitement of walking around mingling with the racers and their helpers, and all working on the cars and bikes, then watch them drive on the track, such an awesome experience. If anybody wants to take a short drive on a weekend and spend a lovely day in the sun, we would recommend spending the day at Dezzi Raceway   Ford South Africa and CMH Ford are strongly committed to motorsport.

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Introducing the 2017 KZN Road Racing Club Pace Car, proudly sponsored by CMH Ford and Rokkit Digital Agency.

The CMH Ford Focus ST is the perfect vehicle to tackle the demanding duties of an official race day safety car/pace car, as well as Rokkit Digital Agency  creators of KZNRRC's new digital home on the internet and whose COO Clinton Massey-Hicks, himself a keen motorcycle racer and KZNRRC regular entrant. As is customary, a safety/pace car is usually a modified high-performance version of a production car, and 'high-performance' is definitely a term which accurately describes the Ford Focus ST. Now in its third generation, the Focus ST (Sport Technologies) is based on the Ford Focus Hatchback, however, that is where the similarities end. Powered by a 184kW 2.0-litre EcoBoost engine, the Focus ST can demolish the 0-100kph sprint in 6.5 seconds, with a top speed of 248kph, more than enough to keep up with the motorcycles and race cars of the KZNRRC at Dezzi Raceway. Featuring a tight and technical layout, all that power and speed would be relatively useless at Dezzi Raceway, without race-spec suspension and braking systems, and fortunately, the Ford Focus ST has both. Designed for maximum grip in the corners the ST features enhanced Torque Vectoring Control which reacts to the road surface and balances the amount of power and braking delivered to each of the two front wheels to maximise grip and sharpen handling, ensuring precise and predictable handling. Uprated brake discs and callipers ensure eye-popping stopping power lap after lap. Backing up the sporty exterior is a similarly sporty, yet functional and beautiful crafted interior. Featuring purpose built technology designed to aid the sporty nature of the ST, such as an additional bank of three gauges – an ST hallmark – situated on the instrument binnacle and displays turbocharger boost pressure, oil temperature and oil pressure information, perfect for keeping an eye on engine performance during hard track driving. A new, flat-base sports steering wheel with a soft-feel leather-covered rim, a satin chrome-topped gear lever and ST pedals deliver the dynamic interior that ST drivers expect. Keeping driver and passenger firmly in place during hard cornering are race-inspired Recaro sport bucket seats. For more information on the Ford Focus ST click here Watch the CMH Ford/Rokkit Digital Agency Focus ST in action below