[Chad]

This is a neat computer generate video of the Focus ST's New steering system.

 

[ShabbaLuv]

Wow. That video seems like it will change the entire driving experience. I want to test drive one NOW!

 

[Emiliogzz]

Thanks bro, really cool video.

 

[KaputtEqu1pment]

that's st3 only, right?

 

[Cowlynz]

Great system, only Turning radius is not good. Not with 18"s @ least. A 2-lane U-turn ends up being a 3Pt turn.

 

[Kevin Taylor]

I agree, turning radius is pretty bad... however at speed it really has the best turn in and steering feel I've ever experienced in a front wheel drive car... pretty amazing how natural the car is... my only gripe so far is that the electronic "diff" has a hard time shifting enough power to the outside wheel when coming out of corners... I mean its great as far as fake diffs go.. but I really think this baby should have a mechanical diff, would make quite a difference in my opinion.

Still its pretty amazing how well you can steer the car with the throttle, a slight lift off mid corner really tucks the front end right in..

 

[The Great Gazoo]

1234 miles to empty? When did the ST come with a 50 gallon fuel tank?

 

[blucifer]

that's st3 only, right?

all ST's have the same steering

 

[FucusStandard]

The only thing that would make it better is if it had more feedback in the wheel. Feels numb compared to other sporty hatchbacks of the past.

 

[1chrisb]

Great system, only Turning radius is not good. Not with 18"s @ least. A 2-lane U-turn ends up being a 3Pt turn.

Not if you use the "quick-turn handle"!

 

[eglove]

Awesome video, I did some testing of this on some of the tight on ramps here. Wow, what a difference it makes - not having to turn the wheel so much.