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Aston Martin Works has taken the wraps off the all-new heritage electrification concept which blends classic styling with modern technology. Based on a 1970 DB6 MkII Volante, the concept doesn’t look too remarkable as its hides the “world’s first reversible EV powertrain conversion” underneath its skin. Created for a world where future legislation could restrict the use of classic cars, the concept has a “cassette” electric powertrain which uses some of the same technology as the upcoming Rapide E. Aston Martin says the cassette is a “self-contained cell” that sits on the original engine and transmission mounts. The cassette also features power cords which supply electricity to the car’s electrical system and the entire energy management system can be monitored via a dedicated screen that has been discreetly mounted in the cabin. Aston Martin was coy on additional details, but said the cassette is the perfect solution for drivers seeking a future-proof upgrade that is socia...

Ford’s killing three birds with one stone by launching the new Focus RS Heritage Edition in the United Kingdom. Priced from £39,895 ($55,341), and limited to 50 examples, it celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Escort, pays homage to the introduction of the RS brand in Britain, and serves as a swan song to the Focus RS, whose production will end on April 6. The limited edition hot hatch comes a couple of months after the ‘RS Red Edition‘, and sports a Tief (Deep) Orangebody color, grey brake calipers, forged alloy wheels, and contrasting black side mirror casings and rear spoiler on the outside. In the cabin, the Ford Focus RS Heritage Edition gets part-leather Recaro seats, a sunroof, heated steering wheel, cruise control with speed limiter, and rear privacy windows. The power folding mirrors and rear parking sensors are offered at no extra cost. All units get a front mechanical Quaife limited-slip differential, for improved traction, and the Mountune upgrade. The latt...

Apart from the standard supercar, the  all-new Ford GT  will be available in a limited edition as well, named '66 Heritage.  The  exotic machine  honors the GT40 Mark II driven by Bruce McLaren and Chris Amon at the 1966 Le Mans, featuring unique exterior and interior color themes and new wheels.  " Celebrating the anniversary of Ford's historic victories at Le Mans has always been part of the return of the Ford GT. The 2017 Ford GT '66 Heritage Edition is a stunning tribute to the car that kicked off Ford's string of Le Mans victories in 1966 ", said the brand's Executive VP of Product Development and Chief Technical Officer, Raj Nair.  Finished in Shadow Black, available in either gloss or matte, the  supercar has silver stripes , exposed carbon fiber package, Frozen White #2 hood and door graphics and rides on a set of one-piece forged aluminum wheels, in gold satin clearcoat with black lug nuts, 20-inch in size.  Inside, it gets a uniq...