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NewsPatent Filings Confirm Ford’s Upcoming Multi-Function Tailgate
The Ford F-150 may be the best-selling vehicle in North America, but there’s always room for improvement, and it could take a page from some of its competitors when it comes to the tailgate. Unlike the Honda Ridgeline , Ram 1500 , Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra , Ford’s full-size …
NewsHonda Civic, Ford Bronco and Maverick Win 2022 NACTOY Awards
Continuing a January tradition that started over a quarter of a century ago, the 2022 North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year (NACTOY) award winners were announced today during a press conference at Huntington Place in Detroit. These prestigious awards are determined following a vote by 50 …
ElectricFord F-150 Lightning Production Nearly Doubling to Meet Demand
Facing stronger demand than initially planned, Ford last month stopped taking reservations for the fully electric F-150 Lightning to pave the way for factory orders, which will start this Thursday. With nearly 200,000 reservations so far, even if just three quarters turned into actual sales, production would have been full …
Recalls2021-2022 Ford F-150s Recalled Over Possible Driveshaft Fracture
Ford is announcing a recall on nearly 185,000 F-150 pickups from the 2021-2022 model years in the U.S. because the driveshaft could fracture. More specifically, we’re talking about Crew Cab units with four-wheel drive and the 302A package. Transport Canada has yet to say how many units are affected by …
ElectricNew Study Sheds Light on EV Range Loss in Winter
Battery deterioration and range loss in the winter are two primary concerns of potential EV buyers in Canada. Driving and charging habits are just not the same as in the summer. Of course, not all EVs are created equal. Some do a better job than others of withstanding temperature drops.
Electric2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E Range Now Exceeds 500 Km
The addition of the Ice White Edition is not the only highlight of the 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E . The company has indeed made a few other changes to its electric crossover such as increasing the range. The big star is the California Route 1 model with rear-wheel drive, which …
NewsFord Mustang Shelby GT500KR is Back With Over 900 Horsepower
Earlier this year, the Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 experienced Hennessey magic resulting in a boost from 760 horsepower to 1,000 horsepower. Not quite as mighty but no less significant, the new limited edition unveiled this week by Shelby American to celebrate its 60th anniversary marks the return of the famous …
ElectricFord’s Future Electric SUVs Will Have to Wait
Along with the announcement of two new EV platforms during a presentation to investors back in May—one for RWD and AWD vehicles, another for large pickups—Ford confirmed the upcoming launch of an electric Explorer and Lincoln Aviator . However, don’t hold your breath if you’re waiting for either one: the …
NewsFord Bronco Sport’s Recycled Plastic Parts Help Save the Ocean
Automakers are making increasing use of sustainable or recycled materials in their vehicle interiors. Following a number of footwear, sunglasses and even T-shirt companies, Ford is now the first automaker to use 100-percent recycled ocean plastics to produce automotive parts. More specifically, we’re talking about wiring harness clips in the …
ElectricFord F-150 Lightning Closing in on 200,000 Reservations
UPDATED (12/10/2021): Ford has now stopped taking reservations to pave the way for factory orders. Below is the original story. Whether you’ve already made a $100 deposit for the upcoming 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning or are thinking about it, prepare to wait—a lot. The automaker now says it has received …
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