RE: Ford Mustang Mach-E Leaks Online
Ford is clearly playing the marketing game by slapping the Mustang鈥檚 nameplate and styling cues onto its upcoming Tesla Model Y rival, images of which have leaked online. The Ford Mustang Mach-E (yep, seriously) configurator was accidentally put live early, revealing the car鈥檚 full name and showing that its lights and lengthy bonnet will take inspiration from those of the iconic Pony car. Ford will no doubt have factored in the inevitable backlash such a decision is going to face, with longstanding 鈥楽tang fans in the US set to be particularly offended by the Mach-E鈥檚 arrival. Think of the dissatisfaction in Europe over the reintroduction of the Puma as a crossover - and then times that by a billion. In contrast to the Puma, however, the Mach-E will at least come with the straight-line performance of something actually sporting. To compete with Tesla鈥檚 broadly-capable Model Y, the Mach-E鈥檚 electric powertrain will be available in both rear-wheel and all-wheel drive forms. Its range is set to be between 230 and 300 miles depending on the specification (according to the US鈥檚 EPA), too, meaning the Mustang Mach-E will rank right alongside its Tesla rival. Back in the world of proper performance machines, the Mach-E鈥檚 arrival likely signals the broader use of the Mustang name in Ford鈥檚 range. It鈥檚 thought the coupe will get an EV version as well - albeit further into the future - as hinted by the 900hp Mustang EV shown at SEMA. That seems somewhat inevitable, given the direction of the industry. But let鈥檚 just hope such a variant will ensure the survival of a thumping V8 model at the line-up鈥檚 other end, rather than spell the death of it.
A lot of changes happened in my life during the 鈥?0s. Some were tough and some were good experiences. In the 鈥?0s, all was 鈥淗APPY-GOOD.鈥?First I meet my beautiful wife, Lilliam, and I bought my 1969 Mustang Mach 1, and my son Robert was born. To me, it couldn鈥檛 get any better than that. 2750 at Johnson Ford in Miami, Florida,鈥?and the phone number. I called and spoke with the sales person, and I heard the good news that the car was still available. That afternoon after work I went to see it. Without showing much interest in the car I checked it and asked the salesman why such low milage. He said that the original owner did not drive it much because it was stick shift and had traded it for an automatic vehicle. The Mustang was in 鈥渟how room鈥?condition inside out. 2,500 even. To me this was a great deal, because no matter what, I was determined to purchase this car. Finally, I鈥檇 bought the car of my dreams, a 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1, 351 Cleveland, 3 on the floor. Wow, this was a dream come true. After three years of owning the car, my wife became pregnant, and with a baby on the way we had the need to get a much larger car. With a broken heart and left with no other choice I had to trade it in to accommodate our new family. Well, folks, the years have come and gone but 43 years later, we still talk about our Mustang. I have these photos in my iPhone to show when we go to car shows, hoping to find it some day, if it does exist.
Following the patent filing for the Mach E and Mach-E monikers in December 2018, Ford has taken a step further by trademarking the Mustang Mach-E name, suggesting that an electrified Mustang is in the works. The trademark applications were done on two separate occasions, first on March 29 at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and again on April 1 with the European Union Intellectual Property Office. At the same time in Europe, Ford also trademarked a unique Mustang emblem (pictured above), now featuring multiple lines through the pony鈥檚 body. Could the logo and the Mustang Mach-E be related? Meanwhile, reports suggest that the next-generation Mustang will be based on the CD6 platform that underpins the new Explorer. Potential powertrains include a hybrid V6, and interestingly, a hybrid V8 which has been patented by Ford. The latter uses an electric motor for the front axle, meaning the 鈥淢ustang Mach-E鈥?could be AWD. However, other sources indicate that Ford will axe the Mustang Hybrid in favour of an all-electric model. The Blue Oval recently announced that its Mustang-inspired electric crossover will boast an impressive driving range of 600 km and feature fast charging. Makes sense to have an electric Mustang, then.
This Tamiya R/C kit pairs a classic body and the proven TT-01 Type-E chassis. The body depicts the Ford Mustang SVT Cobra R, which was a special version of the Mustang that was produced by Ford鈥檚 Special Vehicle Team (SVT for short). The bathtub frame of the evolved shaft-driven 4WD TT-01 Type-E has its motor and battery close to the ground for lower center of gravity and optimum balance. Mounted on the bathtub frame is a fiberglass reinforced nylon upper deck and gear covers improving rigidity, as well as a 3-piece tie rod providing a smoother steering action. The low center of gravity, great balanced design, 4-wheel double wishbone suspension system, and front and rear differential gears all come together to produce excellent operating ability. 70mm-diameter radial tires are paired with metal plated wheels developed just for this model; the high sidewalls make for forgiving turns. 鈥?1/10 scale R/C model assembly kit. 鈥?Polycarbonate body with separate molded parts recreating the side mirrors and rear wing. 鈥?Stickers for trim body details. 鈥?Paint window masking stickers included. 鈥?5-spoke wheels are paired with treaded tires. 鈥?A wide range of Hop-Up Option parts is available to tune the TT-01 Type-E chassis. 鈥?Includes 540 motor. 鈥?Includes: Tamiya TBLE-02S ESC (electronic speed control) Capable of running sensor brushless motors and brushed motors alike. 23 Turn brushed motor limit. 鈥?Required Items: 2-Channerl radio, steering servo, 7.2volt battery pack with compatible charger, and Tamiya PS paint.
