Why Every Focus ST Needs a Real LSD

If you've ever pinned the throttle coming out of a tight corner, you know exactly why people talk about the focus st lsd so much. You're mid-turn, you see the exit, you mash the gas, and nothing. Well, not nothing, but you get that frustrating "one-wheel peel" where the inside tire just spins aimlessly while the car struggles to actually go anywhere. It's the classic front-wheel-drive curse, and while the Focus ST is a riot to drive, it's got a bit of a traction problem from the factory. ...

May 7, 2026 · 7 min · Scherer Marci