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It's big (not in size but in value and technology). It's bad (and by bad, we mean totally awesome). It's bold (Ford's first-ever global design). We're talking about Ford's all-new 2012 Ford Focus.

Mark Ford, President, Ford of the Americas, says "The launch of the Focus couldn't come at a better time."¹ And, with gas prices inching closer to the $4.00/gallon mark, every day, we couldn't agree more. Boasting 40 mpg/gallon, the celebrated compact is expected to be among the world's most-wanted cars.

Readying themselves for immense…

According to USA Today, an electric version of the Ford Focus compact will use an advanced liquid-heating system. Warmer batteries mean better range. That's Ford Chairman Bill Ford's about his much anticipated EV Focus.

Some newspapers have reported that EV cars can't keep batteries charged in extremely cold or icy weather. Ford says this is not an issue with Focus EV. Dealerships like Szott Ford of 8880 East Holly Rd. in Holly, MI  are seeing a huge influx of customers shopping for the updated Ford Focus and Ford Focus EV.

"Batteries are similar to people as they…

It's very common for people today to want to buy a used car rather than a new model fresh off the assembly line. After all, there are a handful of financial benefits that accompany such a decision. To name just three: lower over-all cost, lower monthly payments, and the possibility of lower car insurance.

The prevailing question is: What are today's best used cars? Until recently, there's been little research done to answer that question. Today's toughest car critiques and expert editors tend to focus most all of their attention on rating and reviewing new cars…