Does Ken Block work for Ford?

One of Ford’s star drivers, Ken Block, is parting ways with the Blue Oval after 10 years. The partnership is ending amicably, with both Block and Ford CEO Jim Farley sending out thanks via social media.

What Ford Fiesta does Ken Block have?

This is the car of a generation; Ken Block’s 2011 Ford Fiesta ST affectionately known as “GYM3.” Petrolheads around the world became intimately familiar with this car in 2010 thanks to Ken’s “Gymkhana THREE” video, which is also the car’s namesake.

What Ford Focus does Ken Block have?

The Ford Focus RS RX that was driven by Ken Block in Gymkhana Nine: Raw Industrial Playground sold for $200,000 during a recent Barrett-Jackson auction.

Is Ken Block really leaving Ford?

From American Ford to German Audi The man who popularized gymkhana is moving away from the blue oval in favor of the four rings. Yes, Ken Block is officially working with Audi. It is important to point out that the 53-year old rally driver will be working with Audi on the future of the company’s electric mobility.

Does Ken Block still have the Hoonicorn?

The World season one, we knew it had to come back,” Ken Block said in a statement. “I hadn’t planned to race the Hoonicorn again since my contract with Ford expired at the end of 2020, but at the same time Lia was taking a very serious interest in racing—so, the stars just aligned to make this opportunity happen.

What happened to Ford and Ken Block?

With his decade-long partnership with Ford at an end, Ken Block is spreading his wings in 2021, combining a domestic rallying program alongside a familiar ally with a couple of first-time experiences.

What Ford does Ken Block drive?

The car Lia is talking about is the Hoonicorn, a modified-beyond-recognition 1965 Ford Mustang that Ken Block built with Ford Performance and a bunch of aftermarket suppliers.

How fast is Ken Blocks Ford Fiesta?

Developed by M-Sport, it makes 600 hp and 650 lb-ft of torque and is capable of hitting 60 mph in just 2.0 seconds. The build is intense, as a top-flight rally build should be, including a sequential gearbox, a competition rear diff, and race-spec suspension.

Why isn’t Ken Block driving the Hoonicorn?