Wednesday, January 27, 2010

Ford and Ken Block team up to conquer the world of Rally.

Leaked a few days early. The 2010 Ken Block Ford Fiesta wasn’t due to premier till Wed…which is probably when you’ll be reading this.

The newly formed Monster World Rally team is happy to announce Ken Block will be piloting their Ford Fiesta in select events through out this next year. Ken, the co-founder of DC Shoes, has been excited and ready for the task of teaming up with these to big names. Although Ken has been close to the spot light from Skateboarding. Snowboarding and Motocross, he his most noted for his driving technique as presented in viral “Gymkana” videos.

Kens Career in Rally begin in 2005. Where he one Rally America’s coveted Rookie of the year award. Kens career since has been a spotty one. Never winning 1st over all but coming multiple times in 2nd or 3rd. This Year Ken will be competeing in the American Rally Championship, X-games, and select rounds in the World Rally Championship. Ken will also be the first ever American driver to campaign for the World Rally Championship



The Fiesta will be equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine utilizing an All wheel drive system. This custom rally machine has been built by Swedish race shop Olsbergs Motor Sport Evolution. Best of Luck To Ken Block, Monster Energy Drinks, and Ford in there 2010 Season.

Links – Jalopnik, Monster World Rally Team, Ford Racing, Ken Block Racing Youtube Channel

[Via http://motaryinmotion.wordpress.com]

No comments:

Post a Comment