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Auto Express
11 hours ago
- Automotive
- Auto Express
Car Deal of the Day: the stylish Ford Capri is now as cheap as the Explorer
Coupe looks, SUV practicality Good to drive; £2,200 pack for free Just £228 a month It may share little with its original namesake in looks and packaging, but the latest Ford Capri does have one thing in common – and that's aspiration. It sits above its sister car, the Explorers as a more sporting, prestigious model. And yet, right now, you can lease one for the same dough. On the Auto Express Find a Car service, Ford's own dealer group, TrustFord, is offering the Capri for a bonkers £228 a month – that's the cheapest we've ever seen. TrustFord is also offering the Explorer for exactly the same price a month with an identical £2,736 initial payment, so take your choice. Advertisement - Article continues below We'd be tempted to opt for the Capri, though. This deal gets you the entry-level Style with the smaller battery pack, so features such as 19-inch aero alloy wheels, a 14.6-inch touchscreen, a soundbar, LED headlights and intelligent adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go, all come as standard. But, get this – TrustFord is also throwing in the Driver Assistance Pack for free, getting you keyless entry with door-handle illumination, a head-up display, a 360-degree parking camera and an electric tailgate, among other features. This would normally cost you £2,200 alone but here's it's zilch. The 52kWh battery pack will give you a claimed 242 miles of range, so around 220 miles in everyday driving is likely. Meanwhile, a 168bhp electric motor powering the rear wheels gives more than enough poke. Handling-wise, the Capri doesn't drive like a two-door sports car, but it is rather good for a large, five-door coupe-SUV, with solid body control and a well controlled ride. The interior is a near carbon-copy of the Explorer's, so it's modern, well laid-out and nicely finished. And despite that sloping roofline, space in the back is very good, while the boot capacity is an impressive 572 litres. The Car Deal of the Day selections we make are taken from our own Auto Express Find A Car deals service, which includes the best current offers from car dealers and leasing companies around the UK. Terms and conditions apply, while prices and offers are subject to change and limited availability. If this deal expires, you can find more top Ford Capri leasing offers from leading providers on our Ford Capri page. Check out the Ford Capri deal or take a look at our previous Car Deal of the Day selection here… Find a car with the experts Hyundai reduces prices across its entire EV range Hyundai reduces prices across its entire EV range Korean brand acts swiftly to cut prices on all its electric cars, amid confusion over Government's grant scheme Congestion Charge EV exemption removal to generate over £75million per year Congestion Charge EV exemption removal to generate over £75million per year TfL is planning to raise the Congestion Charge to £18, and EV drivers will have to pay too New Citroen C5 Aircross SUV undercuts the Volkswagen Tiguan by a huge £7k New Citroen C5 Aircross SUV undercuts the Volkswagen Tiguan by a huge £7k Citroen's revamped flagship C5 Aircross SUV is available to order now with hybrid or electric power
The Irish Sun
05-07-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Palmeiras 1 Chelsea 2: Palmer stunner fires Blues into CWC semi-finals as new boy Estevao shows Maresca what he's got
ENZO MARESCA can look forward to a glittering future with his two superstars next season. A stunning strike from Willian have the 6 Chelsea are through to the Club World Cup semis thanks to a 2-1 win over Palmeiras Credit: Reuters 6 Cole Oalmer opened the scoring with yet another stunning addition to his season's haul Credit: AFP 6 Imminent Blues new boy Estevao Willian drew Palmeiras level with a beautiful finish Credit: AFP 6 Estevao cut a dejected figure after the final whistle as Palmeiras were dumped out thanks to an own goal from Agustin Giay Credit: AFP But never underestimate the value of a scruffy own goal because that is what saved Maresca's skin and put Chelsea within touching distance of a much-needed £97 million windfall. And boy, do they need that cash as they pack up and head for New Jersey and the Club World Cup semi-final. Having been fined £31 million by UEFA for spending breaches hours before kick off, this B-list tournament played in the middle of the night for everyone back home has suddenly taken on much more importance. Chelsea will bank around double that for reaching Tuesday's last-four meeting with Brazilians Fluminense. READ MORE ON CHELSEA But in pure football terms, head coach Maresca has emerged as the real winner. He watched Palmer turn on the magic in the first half to put his team ahead with a goal of pure instinctive brilliance. And while it was temporarily painful, there is no doubt the Italian will be licking his lips after watching new signing Estevao set up a dramatic finale with a leveller of ruthless quality as he said goodbye to his current club. It could be the perfect marriage of Manchester and the Maracana as England's Palmer and his soon-to-be new teammate signalled how much more dashing they will be up front next term. Most read in Football 6 Soon-to-be team-mates Cole Palmer and Estevao Willian had some words with one another Credit: AFP Even more so when striker Joao Pedro came off the bench and looked immediately at home at Chelsea after a £60m move from Brighton. Maresca said: 'I am happy because we won and also happy because Estevao scored, the perfect night. Cole Palmer stars in brilliant advert as he sets up helpline for rivals he has skinned 'You can see he is a huge talent. You can see is a fantastic player. "The only thing now is when you come from South America or another part of the world to Europe you need to adapt. 'We are going to help him to adapt and first of all to enjoy football. "We don't have any doubt, as he is so good, that he is going to be an important player for Chelsea.' Maresca and his team march on deep into this tournament despite a few hairy moments. Estevao, 18, has been hyped up like the new Pele in recent weeks as these two teams have drawn closer to last night's meeting. There is no doubt he is uber-talented. He also possesses the ability to wind up opponents like a flashy youth over-revving a souped up Ford Capri. Chelsea defender None of us thought it would be quite in the way he did, with the battle-hardened left back taking a dislike to Estevao's showboating step-overs and late lunge on defender For that, he got wiped out by Chelsea captain Enzo Fernandez and was then left in a heap after tangling with Cucurella. Welcome to English football, my son. Although Willian would later leave a mark on Chelsea with his quality goal in the second half. I am moving on and I thank Palmeiras for everything. Willian Estevao The teenager was named man of the match and said: 'I'm very happy I could score a goal to help my club. "Unfortunately, this wasn't the result we wanted, but we gave our best on the pitch and now "I am moving on and I thank Palmeiras for everything.' Palmer stepped out of the shadows with a flash of brilliance that put Chelsea ahead on 16 minutes with his first goal at the Club World Cup. With his back to goal, he picked up a grass level through ball from The ball never travelled faster than 14mph en route to the back of the net - an indication of how precise this boy can be when he is in the mood to shine. 6 Blues boss Enzo Maresca will be looking forward to the imminent addition of Estevao Willian to his squad Credit: Getty This replay of the 2022 Club World Cup final belonged to the Premier League side as it did three years ago, but only just. It began with a poorly observed moment's silence in honour of Liverpool forward Neto holding what looked like a shirt with his friend's name on it in tribute. It ended with frenetic football and The Frenchman picked up a pass from Fernandez as he darted into the box and tried to cross. The ball spun off Palmeiras defender Agustin Giay and past the keeper to put Chelsea seven minutes from time. And now it's Maresca and his band off to New Jersey - Bruce Springsteen country. Glory Days are just around the corner.
Yahoo
16-06-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Ford starts battery pack assembly in Cologne
Ford has started the mass assembly of vehicle drive battery packs in three different sizes for exclusive use in Ford's new generation of electric vehicles, the Ford Explorer and Ford Capri, with both vehicles built at the Cologne Electric Vehicle Center. Ford says that as part of a transformative $2 billion investment in the historic Cologne plant, the fully digitalised new facility ensures high quality standards, efficiency and a significant reduction in transportation, as well as full alignment with vehicle assembly at the same location. The Cologne plant has been a cornerstone of Ford production in Europe for almost 100 years. The new Cologne battery assembly plant includes 180 newly installed robots which weld, glue and screw the battery housing together and equip it with up to 12 battery modules. A total of around 2,775 individual parts are assembled into a battery pack on a 2 km-long highly automated production line. The new battery plant also represents another step in Ford of Europe's capacity expansion towards an electric future. Ford electric vehicles are also being produced at Ford Otosan's assembly plant in Craiova, Romania, and Kocaeli, Turkey, with electric drive units produced at Ford's facility at Halewood, UK. "Ford starts battery pack assembly in Cologne" was originally created and published by Just Auto, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
Sunday World
13-06-2025
- Automotive
- Sunday World
New electric Ford is a great car that is so much more than a name
Forget nostalgia, Ford's Capri EV has a lot to offer I promised myself I wouldn't waste too many column inches on the naming convention of this really good new EV but after a week in it recently I feel compelled to state its case. Yes – it doesn't reflect a Capri of old. And yes – I know that Capri was iconic and is cemented in the hearts of car fanatics of a certain age. But, let's stop getting our long johns in a twist, folks. I found myself being judged on occasion during my test week; both occasions by men in their 50s who considering my purchase criminal. The Capri EV SUV is a great car The level of attention received possibly wasn't helped by the fact that my test car was bright yellow, but if I hadn't been in traffic on both occasions, I would have reasoned with them. Those naïve, and seemingly angry, men don't know how practical and spacious it is. They don't know how many km I can get on a full range. Unless they have seen the ads, they don't know about the new 'Power Promise' from the company that offers buyers a free home charger, an eight-year or 160k km battery warranty, a free five-year service plan and towing assistance if you ever find yourself running on empty. So, can we please stop? You can own one of these from €45,799 (after grants) and if you did purchase it I would put you up on a pedestal. Not because it is the best car ever. Nope. It is flawed. But because you managed to see through the bullsh*t and take this car for what it is… Which leads me (finally) onto what this car is all about! Inside the Capri EV SUV For starters let's go on looks. Gone is the low-slung, two-door coupé of old and in its place is a far more useful everyday coupé-styled full-electric SUV that has a much higher driving position than you expect. There isn't an ugly view of this. And while some vantage points aren't as remarkable as they could be, it is an all-around good-looking car. You can have the Ford Capri either with one motor and rear-wheel drive or…if you opt for the fastest version…two motors and four-wheel drive. They boast over 600km on a full charge but let's be honest here, you should only rely on 500km max. The 77kWh battery and 282bhp means you can, if you wish, floor it from 0-100kmh in less than six seconds. The entry-level model comes with a 52kWh battery and still has a not-so-sluggish 168bhp with an official 0-100km/h of 8.7 seconds. Plenty of poke for most family's needs. The Capri EV SUV is a great car but one which has to live up to an iconic name Today's News in 90 Seconds - June 13 2025 Under its yellow cloak it is all fairly similar to the larger family member Ford Explorer, so you will recognise many components from VW's ID range, from which they share. It is a comfortable drive too, (as-standard 12-way electrically adjustable driver's seat) with lots of head room in the front and decent head room in the back. It's worth noting…had the name-hating curmudgeons had their way with the styling here the headroom would be completely sacrificed in the rear. The Capri handles really well by the way. Which isn't a sexy topic and usually wouldn't even be a consideration for most people's car purchase criteria, but it is notable here. There is a lot of grip but somehow still remains fun and light and almost playful. Although I will say that my confidence in cornering increased throughout the week as the connection between steering wheel and front wheels isn't obvious at first. The Capri EV SUV has to live up to an iconic name One little gripe I had was that the front pillars are chunkier than necessary so visibility, while looking forward is great, is hindered at junctions and while parking. Luckily though, the Capri is very easy to park thanks to all trims getting front and rear parking sensors as well as a good rear-view camera. You can also add a 360-degree camera at point of purchase. Like the Explorer, the dash is dominated by 14.6' portrait-mode infotainment touchscreen and is adjustable on a 30-degree arc to reveal hidden storage and reduce any glare. You get touch-sensitive controls on the centre console (for the stereo volume, for example) but they are a bit fiddly to use. Like most of its competitors, the Capri comes with a 5.3' digital driver's display but I do think this screen could add more options. It is certainly lagging behind the others in the segment. A huge win for the car comes in the boot which boasts a capacity of 572ltr, which is even more than its big brother the Explorer. It's also more than the EV6, Tavascan or ID.5. So, there you have it. It is not perfect, but it is a great car that is worthy of your consideration. Especially with the current PCP deals and the company's new Power Promise. Five little letters shouldn't put you off. In fact...I've got five new letters for you…B U Y. I T
NZ Autocar
02-06-2025
- Automotive
- NZ Autocar
1978 Ford Capri 3.0i Group 1
Mention the words 'Ford' and 'touring car', and most enthusiasts will likely think of the Falcon, Sierra or Escort. Few Kiwi fans recall the Ford Capri, the stylish coupe that some consider made Ford sexy during its tenure. It enjoyed a motorsport career that lasted the majority of its 18-year production run. Originally homologated as a (relatively disastrous) 2.0-litre Group 1 car, it would be developed into a feisty V6 battler. First came the 2.6-litre in 1971, followed by the BMW-battling RS3100. Come 1977 and the Capri 3.0S debuted in Group 1 form. Compared with the previous Capri homologation specials, these were mild. Group 1 regulations were based around series production cars. Ford's presence in the British Saloon Car Championship (BSCC) was spearheaded by the Capri. Gordon Spice would become synonymous with the Group 1 Ford Capri, winning 27 races and scoring six class victories between 1975 and 1980. Five of these were at the wheel of the Capri 3.0S, and four as a team owner. But he never won an outright championship thanks to the way the points were awarded. However, in 1978, Spice would take one of his (and the Capri's) most famous victories. He stood atop the podium at Spa after a gruelling 24 hours, sharing his Belga-sponsored Capri with Teddy Pillette. This car, built by CC Racing Developments, bears the chassis number CC-5. Headed by Dave Cook and Pete Clark, CC Racing Developments screwed together arguably the most competitive Capri 3.0S of the period. From 1977 through to 1982, they engineered between 20 and 25 cars. Most were destined for England. But Europe also provided a market for the CC Capris, quite likely off the back of the Spa successes. The recipe for these cars was fairly simple, owing largely to Group 1 regulations. These dictated a production block, in this instance a 3.0 litre Essex V6. While the showroom version was hardly a performance unit, common opinion suggests that these engines were pumping out around 250-270hp. It's worth mentioning they also had to run induction consistent with the production car. In this instance, a two-barrel Weber carburettor, rendering that power level all the more impressive. The car's Type 5 four-speed gearbox was equipped with a Hewland gearset. An LSD was installed on the rear axle. Suspension allowed more freedom. Adjustable platform front struts with spherical bearing top hats, and a modified leaf-sprung rear ensured trueness to production layout. Appropriate anti-roll bars were installed to retain a degree of body control, and the result was a low-slung stance that only improved the Mk3 Capri's svelte lines. Key to the aesthetic were the 13-inch wheels. The production car rolled on 13s, ergo, so must the race car, albeit wider and shod in competition rubber. These wheels covered an RS3100-sourced vented front rotor grasped by Girling 16 calipers. At the rear, a rudimentary pair of drums. The Spa 24 hour car gained a hefty tank bolted into the rear and quick-fill fuel caps neatly installed under an OEM flap. The flanks saw the installation of lights, to ensure the race numbers were visible in the pitch-black Belgian night. But otherwise, it's a straightforward, competitive Group 1 Capri. The story of CC5 didn't end with its 1978 Spa win, however. As evidenced by the original sticker on the centre switch console, it'd run in England and Europe through until 1981. Drivers like Andy Rouse graced the interior – by all accounts, the car has done a lot of racing. As the 1982 season dawned, so too did the Rover SD1. This marked the competitive end for the Capri, but instead of being mothballed, CC5 was spirited over to Asia alongside its stablemate CC7. The car would be raced at the Macau GP that year, without any notable success, and sold. CC5's contemporary motorsport career would wind up in 1986. At this point the car was acquired by a Manxman named Barry Forth. An ex-motorcycle road racer, Forth operated a business named 'Road and Track Performance.' Catering to a wealthy Asian client base, the company specialised in motorsport preparation but, for whatever reason, the Capri was acquired as part of a deal, then mothballed. Forth would eventually find his way to New Zealand, settling in Canterbury, and bringing a container or two with him. In one of those was the Capri, which would languish in captivity for some time before well-known Christchurch restoration specialist, Gary Wilkinson, came into the picture. While at the Forth residence completing a bit of auto electrical wizardry, Wilkinson tells a story of Capri discovery. A chance glimpse through the open door of the container revealed the unmistakable Mk3 Capri silhouette. The real kicker though? The 'Gordon Spice Racing' sunstrip adorning the front screen. The car wore a fairly plain white coat of paint beneath a thick coat of dust. As a self-diagnosed Ford fanatic, Wilkinson couldn't help but delve further. Closer investigation revealed the Essex V6 between the front struts. The tag in particular caught his eye, bearing the characters 'CC5.' This was where it was left, with Wilkinson finishing up his job and heading back to base where his research would begin. A while later, a deal was made, and Wilkinson pumped up the tyres and rolled CC5 onto a trailer in May of 2018. He recalls his excitement at his initial discovery of the dual fuel fillers and the presence of the 1981 RAC 'advertising permit' stickers. Despite the typical chequered history and neglect that comes with old racing cars, the Capri was complete and authentic. Only the absence of the original Minilite wheels was noted, hardly much of a concern. It'd be 18 months until work would begin on the car. Allan Scott, an ex-Walkinshaw engine development guru, assisted Wilkinson in making the right connections to verify authenticity and restore the car in a manner befitting its provenance. Wilkinson's modus operandi when it comes to restoration is key to the end result. As he says, 'the devil is in the detail,' and it's not always about things being returned to better than new order. Race hardware was never 'perfect,' even in its heyday. Aesthetically, Wilkinson has been careful to retain a degree of original patina. The aforementioned center switch panel wears its age with pride. A trio of Smith's gauges in the dash display decades of telltale readings. The leather of the 'RS' emblazoned steering wheel evokes close-quartered racing in each of its cracks and nicks. The engine and 'box are also original to the car, built in period by Neil Brown Engineering, a company still operating to this day. In the pursuit of power, Wilkinson experimented with some modern Holley carbs. But the original Weber left the engine builder and the dyno operator speechless. A forensic examination showed the carb had some bespoke modifications, an indication that in 1978 they knew exactly what they were doing. Within the rules? Who knows, but perhaps a clue as to how they got those Capris performing so well. Overall, Wilkinson doesn't deem the restoration as being too difficult. Often, the tricky bit is sourcing components, which were generally discarded as the race car evolved. The originality of the Ford Capri meant that, by and large, refurbishment of existing components was the order of the day. Even after being stripped to a bare shell, it revealed an excellent base with virtually no rust. Upon confirming the car's provenance with Dave Cook, Wilkinson learned that the team put around 400 hours into each shell. Every two inches, the seams are hand brazed for stiffness. It did however show signs of a repair in the front left. It's documented that in hour 17 or 18 of that 1978 Spa 24 hour race, Spice nailed the armco and lost his two and a half lap lead. The team would repair the damage, install a new strut, and absolutely send it to the finish. Pilette and Spice would peg back the leading BMW and take that historic win. Wilkinson makes no bones that he's proud the car is presented 'as it ran' in period. No special upgrades or concession to modern trends. 'Just how it was' is his summation. After a season competing among the Historic Touring Cars NZ grid, Wilkinson made the call to put the car up for sale. With such extensive provenance in the UK and Europe, keeping the car on Kiwi soil was always going to be a long shot. The Ford Capri has since left our shores, landing in England. Its next track outing is fitting; competing in the Gordon Spice Trophy race. It's a new addition to the Goodwood Members Meeting, aimed at contemporary and period Group 1 specification touring cars. It's a full circle moment for the Capri, a genuine Gordon Spice machine racing for a trophy bearing the original racer's name. And it's something Wilkinson can be immensely proud of.
