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Come to this section of Torque News to read general Ford news and reviews. The Ford F Series has been the bestselling vehicle in the United States for over three decades and here you will find the latest Ford news and reviews about of Ford models. The Ford brand is far more than just trucks. Models like the Fusion, Focus EV, Taurus, Fiesta, Mustang, Escape and Explorer make Ford a top competitor in pretty much every major automotive segment in both the American and global markets. Torque News reporters update the news on this page about Ford vehicles daily.

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Ford Adds This Important Feature To 2023 Maverick Tremor Pickup

By John Goreham on August 1, 2022 - 7:50AM

Ford has announced an exciting new trim for the Ford Maverick. Here’s one of the key features that will be added and why it matters.

Why Some Mechanics Won't Properly Diagnose Your Car Problem

Sad Day for Ford Owners Says Mechanic When Dealership Won’t Diagnose Your Car Problem

By Timothy Boyer on July 30, 2022 - 9:06AM

Here’s why a dealership service department might not bother to diagnose your car problem and why you should always have a backup mechanic plan for a second opinion. Plus, how to diagnose a spongy brake problem on your own.

Ford Expands Number of Vehicles With Hands-Free BlueCruise

Ford’s BlueCruise Rolls Up More Hands-Free Mileage Every Day

By Marc Stern on July 29, 2022 - 2:23PM

The automotive world is moving toward hands-free or autonomous driving. In some cases, it is using small steps as it adds to the number of vehicles covered (Ford), while in other cases it is adding large numbers (Tesla). Meantime, the NHTSA is watching and investigating.

Ford Offers Police Departments Special Police Work Truck

Ford Adds Police Truck To Already Potent F-150 Pickup Line

By Marc Stern on July 28, 2022 - 3:42PM

As you would expect from an automaker that has offered police departments specialized vehicles for the last 70 years, Ford has continued the policy with the addition of the Ford F-150 Lighting Police Work Truck. It is quite a vehicle.

NHTSA Probes Bronco Engines, GM Cameras, Other Stellantis Issues

NHTSA Has Busy Day Probing 2M Ford, GM, Stellantis Vehicles

By Marc Stern on July 27, 2022 - 3:59PM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration was busy this week as it launched investigations into Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis. The probes involves almost 2 million vehicles.

Ford Looks To Robotics To Help Disabled With EV Charging

Ford Looks To Robots To Help Disabled With EV Charging

By Marc Stern on July 25, 2022 - 6:25PM

In the future, drivers of all types, from the totally fit to the disabled, will have to wrestle with vehicle charging. For the disabled, charging could prove challenging so Ford is looking to robotics to assist the disabled with their EV charging chores.

Ford EcoBoost Engine Problems All Ford Owners and Used Car Shoppers Should Understand

By Timothy Boyer on July 23, 2022 - 4:53PM

Here’s a recent warning to Ford owners and used car shoppers considering buying any of the 4-cylinder EcoBoost engines that are known to have this common problem that can be prohibitively expensive.

What You Need to Know About the New Version of the Ford Raptor R V8 Engine

By Timothy Boyer on July 22, 2022 - 7:09PM

Here’s the latest on the updated version of the 5.2L supercharged Ford V8 Raptor engine that shows just how this ICE monster really does earn its name.

Ford Lightning Is Planning Major Layoff To Help Fund Future EVs

Ford May Lay Off Up To 8K Workers To Help Fund Electrics

By Marc Stern on July 21, 2022 - 4:39PM

Ford may lay off up to 8,000 white-collar workers to provide a major funding boost for its electric vehicle push.

Hyundai Ioniq 7, Ioniq 5, and Kona EV with Kia EV9, EV6 and Niro EV

Hyundai and Kia Offer The Most EV SUV And Crossover Models Under $50,000 MSRP

By Justin Hart on July 21, 2022 - 2:52PM

I just wrapped up a visit with my auntie and uncle in Kauai. They want to purchase either a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) or electric (EV) subcompact - midsize SUV/crossover. My family are most concerned about seating position, cargo and passenger volume, and adequate ground clearance. To help them and others looking for similar vehicles at somewhere near the average price of a new vehicle, I have collected information on all such vehicles currently or soon to go on sale in the U.S (by end of 2023).

Ford Puts V-8 Power Under The Hood of the Raptor R

Ford Puts 5.2-Liter V-8 Power Under The Raptor R Hood

By Marc Stern on July 18, 2022 - 7:11PM

While we have already speculated on the transmission for the just-introduced F-150 Raptor R, Torque News has also learned that the powerplant for the desert racer is the 5.2-liter V-8 used in the Shelby GT-500. This puts the Raptor R next to the Ram 1500 TRX in terms of performance.

Ford F-150 Raptor R Is Coming Up Really Fast (Monday)

Ford Plans Intro Of Exciting New F-150 Raptor R

By Marc Stern on July 15, 2022 - 6:29PM

With only three days and counting, Ford will introduce the exciting and more powerful new F-150 Raptor R. There will be few telltales on the outside, but under the hood there will be another story.

Ford Expedition Recalled By Ford Over Possible Underhood Fire

Ford Finds Cause Of SUV Fires; Also Announces Remedies

By Marc Stern on July 11, 2022 - 5:10PM

About two months ago, Ford told drivers to park their Expedition and Navigator SUVs outdoors because there was the possibility of an underhood fire that could cause problems. Now, the automaker has found the causes of the fires. It has announced one set of fixes for the problem, while the second set is on the way.

Ford Misfiring Engine Problem? Check This Out First Before Going to Your Mechanic

By Timothy Boyer on July 10, 2022 - 9:47AM

Here’s a quick fix toward a common engine misfiring problem with this generation of Ford engines that you can DIY without having to resort to taking it to a mechanic.

Ford Lightning Put to the Charging Question Test

Can You Charge a Ford F-150 Lightning at a Campground Power Outlet or Off of a Hybrid?

By Timothy Boyer on July 9, 2022 - 10:23AM

Are you a Ford F-150 Lightning owner or thinking about buying one with plans to go cross country into remote areas such as Dead Horse, Alaska? Then this is a must-watch video to find out whether this is really possible and some precautions you must take before attempting a trip that can easily turn into a doomed quest.

Ford Recalls 2022 Broncos, Rangers To Repair Poorly Bonded Windshields

By Marc Stern on July 7, 2022 - 4:01PM

Ford has recalled about 63,000 Bronco SUVs and Ranger intermediate pickups to repair a problem with windshield bonding.

From 1896's Quadricycle to Today's Bronco, Ford Has Been An Innovator

By Marc Stern on July 4, 2022 - 4:43PM

As the country celebrates the Fourth of July, Ford is celebrating its own anniversary -- 119 years of innovation. It is an interesting lesson in the history of mobility in the U.S.

Oblique Shot of Ford Heritage Edition Shows Colors

Ford Celebrates F-150's 75th Anniversary With Special Model

By Marc Stern on July 1, 2022 - 4:34PM

Aside from leading the pickup market for another year, the Ford F-150 has just turned 75 and the automaker is celebrating the anniversary with a special edition.

Superformance Shelby Cobra Reviewed by Mechanic

By Timothy Boyer on June 30, 2022 - 6:36PM

Thinking…nay…dreaming of owning a luxury racing replica? Here’s a recent posting about a 1998 Superformance Shelby Cobra that while expensive is not nearly as unobtainable as the real thing is today. Here’s a look at one recently reviewed by a mechanic to show what you can expect to find in one.

Ford's New EV Rules For Dealerships Stirs Tension, Criticisim

By Carl Malek on June 29, 2022 - 4:05PM

It's no secret that the current market for new automobiles has rapidly descended into chaos amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Low inventory has spurred the creation of steep markups and these practices (among others) have spurred some companies to act with Ford confirming that it will enact new rules to address these issues on the EV side.

Aftermarket Auto Parts Warning Says This Mechanic

By Timothy Boyer on June 28, 2022 - 5:20PM

Find out why this Ford mechanic says he never uses aftermarket auto parts on a Ford F-150 when doing electrical system-related repairs.

Ford F-150 Lightning Performs Poorly in Truck Towing Challenge

Reasons Why Many Truck Owners are Sticking with ICE Over Electric

By Timothy Boyer on June 28, 2022 - 11:00AM

Should your next truck or other vehicle be an EV? You might want to consider the main reasons why truck owners are deciding to stick with their traditional internal combustion engine over a battery pack powered motor in this truck challenge video.

30K Vans, Pickup Join Mustang Mach-E in Ford Recall Parade

30K Transit Vans, Single F-150 Join Ford Mustang Mach-E Recall Parade

By Marc Stern on June 22, 2022 - 3:18PM

As the old gag goes last few weeks have been Ford's "real bad, awful weeks" as the automaker has had to recall its super-popular Mustang Mach-E and 3 million standard vehicles made from 2013-2020 for Park problems.

New Ford Broncos are Having Major Engine Problems

By Timothy Boyer on June 21, 2022 - 10:29PM

Need a reason for following the advice to never buy the first (or even second) round of any new production run of cars or trucks? Here’s a good example proving this advice to be apt based on recent news that the new Ford Bronco engines are literally self-destructing in traffic.

Ford Escapes Are Among the 3 million vehicles recalled for shifter problems

Ford Expands Faulty Shift Recall To Nearly 3 Million Vehicles

By Marc Stern on June 20, 2022 - 10:11PM

Capping a major week of recalls, Ford has recalled about 3 million vehicles to fix a problem with its gearshift. Owners of the recalled vehicles may find themselves with vehicles that roll when they were not supposed to even though the vehicle was in Park. The culprit is the shifter cable and bushing. This is not the first time this issue has arisen.

Ford Engine with Another Mechanic's View

The Truck Engine Nobody Likes

By Timothy Boyer on June 18, 2022 - 10:39AM

Here’s the disassembly of an engine that this experienced salvage mechanic says nobody likes and shows why there might be some money in one if you have a truck that has gone south on you that carried this motor.

Ford Mustang Mach-Es Recalled For High-Voltage Problem

Ford Halts Some Mach-E Deliveries To Fix Electrical Problem

By Marc Stern on June 17, 2022 - 1:58PM

It goes without saying that the Ford Mustang Mach-E is a popular vehicle. Indeed, the order bank for Ford's first electric was shut for a long time as the number of orders exceeded the automaker's ability to produce them. Now, dealers have been told to fix any Mach-Es before they are delivered and any others on their lot because of a high-voltage electrical problem.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk Interview With Tesla Owners Silicon Valley

Tesla CEO Elon Musk Says ‘Rivian & Lucid Will Both Go Bankrupt & End Up In The Cemetery’

By Tinsae Aregay on June 14, 2022 - 3:24PM

In the second part of his interview with Tesla Owners Silicon Valley, Elon Musk had some harsh words for fellow EV makers Rivian & Lucid. In the interview, Musk said "both Rivian and Lucid will go bankrupt" that their path "will end in an intersection with doom" and that "they will end up in the cemetery" unless they change course.

Ford Super Dutys Recalled Over Tire Safety Issues

Ford Recalls Super Dutys, Vans To Fix Tire Safety Sticker Issue

By Marc Stern on June 13, 2022 - 4:42PM

Ford has recalled a number of Super Duty and other model trucks over an issue with tire safety labeling that violates Federal Motor Vehicle Saftey statues.

Is the Ford F-150 Lightning EV Road Trip Worthy?

What It's Like to Road Trip and Charge the Ford F-150 Lightning Cross-Country

By Timothy Boyer on June 12, 2022 - 10:06AM

Is the Ford Lightning EV road trip worthy? Discover now the level of difficulty during a 1,300-mile road trip from Michigan to Colorado in a Ford F-100 Lightning when put to a road trip charge test under real life conditions.

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