Reviving Ford’s ST and RS Badges: An Electric Future Ahead

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Ford’s Legacy in Performance Vehicles

When it comes to performance and excitement in the auto industry, few names resonate as powerfully as Ford’s ST and RS badges. These monikers have earned their stripes through thrilling models like the Fiesta ST and the Focus RS. Now, the industry buzz suggests these exhilarating labels could return, but with a modern twist—a punchy electric lineup.

The Current State of ST and RS Offered Models

It’s been a bittersweet while since Ford provided American consumers with an RS offering. While the Focus ST lingers in Europe, its days are numbered. However, the ST spirit is not entirely extinguished in the U.S. with steeds like the Explorer ST. Across the pond, the Puma ST continues to embody the thrill. It’s noteworthy that Ford is pivoting towards electric models with the Puma Gen-E showing significant promise. According to Jan Herzog, Ford’s European Product Marketing Chief, the automaker actively seeks an entry into the electric realm with sporty variants of their electric cars.

What Lies Ahead for Ford Performance

Herzog’s comments underscore a tantalizing future—an electric Puma Gen-E with a sporty ST badge may be on the horizon. With Ford’s Pumas becoming a financial lifeboat following the discontinuation of the Fiesta hatch and dwindling Focus sales, invigorating this project feels essential. Although no exact timeline has been laid out, hope blossoms for enhancements in not just the Puma but potentially the Mustang Mach-E as well. A focused iteration on smaller crossovers, exemplified by the gas-powered Puma ST, could emerge as powerful motors and sport-tuned suspensions beckon. As Ford’s own officials acknowledge the brand’s pivotal role in the global automotive conversation, the future does seem fast and electrifying.

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