For some reason, automakers everywhere have a history of depriving American enthusiasts of their hottest rides. Such is the case with the new breed of hot hatch. Honda, VW, and Ford offer hotter versions in other countries of the Civic, GTI, and Focus. Read about ‘em and weep.

Ford Focus RS In those lands where people appreciate World Rally Championship racing, the moniker "Rally Sport" actually means something to enthusiasts. For the Focus RS, it means 217 horsepower from a worked-over and turbocharged 2.0-liter. Read the rest of this entry »