New FRD Ford Focus ready for debut in Singapore

The new Ford Focus of TCR specification, built by Hong Kong-based FRD Motorsport, will make its debut in the TCR International Races in Singapore.

“We are very excited, but at the same time cautiously optimistic about our debut performance. We felt that the demanding nature of the Singapore street circuit would offer us the best chance to gauge our new car against the competition,” said Kenneth Ma, President of FRD Motorsports.

Chinese driver Martin Cao Hongwei is going to drive the car in Singapore, a 23-year-old Chinese driver with single seater background, most recently claiming the British Formula 3 International Series title in 2014.

The new car is based on the 2015 model with a number of technical updates, including a new engine and gearbox.

”I would say the 2016/17 Focus is more a redevelopment than an evolution of the 2015 car. Under the skin, thanks to the support from our technical partners, the car features a new 2.0L engine package, a new Xtrac six-speed paddle shift transmission, all new electronics and damper and brake systems, just to name a few. On the outside, the aero package we developed for this car has already proven successful on FRD’s flagship Touring Car programme in the CTCC,” said Ma.

The TCR International Series races in Singapore takes place this weekend at Marina Bay.