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Adventure Awaits: Vaccar Expedition Available

2/29/2016

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Have you ever imagined taking ownership of a Vaccar original vehicle? Now is your time to act, because ultimate Vaccar Expedition concept is for sale. It's currently available exclusively through Orlando's premium auto retailer, RTP luxury car dealer of Orlando, FL. 
This official Vaccar vehicle is the original concept model that debuted in the Ford Motor Company booth at the 2014 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. The theme was set to the “ultimate winter-wonderland exploration vehicle” as television's the Original Ice Road Trucker drove and displayed it overtop of real snow and ice at the event. The Vaccar Expedition is well-equipped to survive even the most dangerous of landscape, while at the same time comfortably seating 7 passengers in an atmosphere as riche and unique as a luxurious wilderness lodge.

Click HERE to view the listing on RTP's website.

Base Vehicle
  • 2015 Ford Expedition XLT, 4x4
  • 3.5-L EcoBoost engine
  • 6-speed automatic transmission
  • Equipment Group 202A
  • Oxford White


Wheels & Tires
  • Mamba Wheels 20x9” M15
  • General Tire 35x12.50” Grabber AT2


Chassis
  • ReadyLIFT SST Lift Kit


Exterior
  • BASF “Vaccar Matte Mountain Grey”
    two-tone paint & accents
  • Vaccar prototype Grill Guardian
    bull bar
  • Monster Hooks Inc. Swivel Hooks
  • Go Rhino! Spring Steps &
    Dominator Hitch Step
  • Yakima MegaWarrior cargo basket with Spare Tire Carrier


Interior
  • Vaccar custom Lux Ultra-Suede silver upholstery

Created By:Vaccar
Youngstown, OH & Orlando, FL
www.vaccar.co
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Custom Camo (vid): How Ford Hides Concepts

2/25/2016

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With virtually everyone having a camera in his or her possession these days, spy photographers are ubiquitous; to protect its secrets from professional and amateur photographers alike, Ford uses advanced camouflage technology.

Modern camo technology is easier and faster to use than ever, while also allowing for more accurate testing of vehicle features and technologies.

​Ford uses sticker camo for the majority of development, but vinyl cladding is still used in a small percentage of testing.
Source: Ford Motor Company
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Thank you Ford, for snowy RS shredding...

2/18/2016

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QUICK FACTS:
  • Focus RS will be first car in North America to offer a winter tire and wheel option as a factory accessory
  • Focus RS Winter Wheel & Tire Package includes Michelin Pilot Alpin PA4 tires, 18-inch silver-painted wheels, tire pressure monitoring sensors, and center caps all fully mounted and balanced
  • Package is certified to Ford Performance standards; arrives at dealerships ready for installation

OUR THOUGHTS:
I truly believe that there's several reasons to applaud Ford for this option for the RS.  Aside that they're leading the marketing by being the first to offer such a package, it shows that they did their research - they know their customers.  Picture, you've just taken delivery of your all-new 350-horsepower Focus RS - why wouldn't you want to shred the roads year-round?

It's my opinion that the majority of future RS owners will want to fully utilize their vehicle - it's fun and functional, and they're going to get the most enjoyment and use out of this investment.  Don't get me wrong, I'm all-in on purpose built street, race, and even show cars - but I think this vehicle will best serve the year-round fun-haver.

I'll also admit, that there will be (and I hope so!) very large groups of owners pushing the limits of the Focus RS in various niche and high-performance segments.  Let's just say, we've yet to imagine the full potential of this AWD beast.

   - Aaron Vaccar
   Lead Design, 
   VACCAR

THE OFFICIAL WORD: 
DEARBORN, Mich., Feb. 17, 2016 – Customers of Ford’s all-new all-wheel-drive 350-horsepower Focus RS will now be able to order a fully certified winter tire kit for great driving enjoyment in the snow.
The Focus RS Winter Wheel & Tire Package offers customers a unique set of wheels and tires – the first time an original equipment manufacturer is making a check-the-box winter tire option available in North America. 
“We started this project knowing what our RS customers really want out of their cars,” says Adam Wirth, chassis supervisor, Ford Performance. “This tire package allows RS owners to continue spirited driving even in the snow.”
Ford Performance developed this package so the most demanding Focus customers can be outfitted with optimum equipment for winter conditions. The challenge was that normal vehicle testing procedures require certification with production wheels and tires; winter-only standards had never been authored. To bring this package to owners, the first step Ford Performance had to undertake was creating a new set of standards specifically suited for brutal winter conditions.

These new standards were put to the test in extreme cold and snow in Northern Michigan and Sweden, to guarantee the quality and performance Ford customers expect. Engineers and technicians tested a wide variety of high-performance winter tire and wheel setups to determine the optimum combination for ride, handling and performance in various wintry conditions.
The winning setup is a 225/40R18 Michelin Pilot Alpin PA4 tire mounted to a new 18x7.5-inch wheel, which looks very similar to the base Focus RS option, but is finished in sparkle silver to hide salt spray. The set is complete with tire pressure monitoring sensors and center caps fully mounted and balanced and ready for installation at the dealer.
The wheel and tire are narrower, to provide improved snow traction, while the overall diameter is smaller, so owners can fit chains if necessary.
“We fully expect our more extreme-weather customers to take advantage of the ability to use snow chains,” Wirth says a smirk.
The Ford Performance All-Wheel Drive fitted to Focus RS will take full advantage of these new winter tires.
“Settings are completely driver-preference,” notes Wirth. “Customers are able to utilize all four drive modes to suit their driving style in winter conditions.”
Focus RS Winter Wheel & Tire Package is available only in North America – a $1,995 option. For customers in Canada, the package comes standard on Focus RS. The Focus RS arrives at dealerships in North America this spring. 

 <Info Source: Ford Motor Company>
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Ford Vandalizes the Market

2/2/2016

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Ford Transit sales increased 51 percent in January with 9,631 vehicles sold, lifting overall Ford van performance 20 percent for their best start since 1985. 
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In late 2013, Vaccar supported Ford's efforts to introduce the all-new Transit and Transit Connect to the automotive aftermarket - we teamed up with Blood & Grease 'Kustom Klothing' to help design and build a "mobile boutique" to showcase their original goods.  The custom creation debuted at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas with wild popularity for it's unique theme.

Featuring: Privat Wheels, Continental Tires, Ksport coilovers, BASF paint, NRG steering wheel and quick-release, Weapon-R intake and exhaust, and complete Vaccar's Master Garage interior decor.
- Aaron Vaccar
  Lead Design
  Vaccar

<Info Source: Ford Motor Company>
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