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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 just canceled the F-150 Lightning EV pickup truck
Ford Absorbs Massive Loss On EVs, Confirms the F-150 Lighting BEV Is Dead, Cancels Planned EV Models Calling Move “Customer-Driven Shift” As U.S. Electric Vehicle Market Implodes
By John Goreham on
Ford dropped an EV bomb on the collapsing hopes of EV enthusiasts today. We offer all the details and ask you, “Which brand is next?”
Well, The Ford Mustang Mach-E Really Holds Up If You Get In A Wreck as My Red Mach-E's Pictures Show
Well, The Ford Mustang Mach-E Really Holds Up If You Get In A Wreck as My Red Mach-E's Pictures Show
By Armen Hareyan on
He expected a totaled car but walked away with only cracked ribs in an unexpected moment that reshaped how Mustang Mach E owners talk about safety.
2023 Ford F-150 Single Cab
“I Walked Into the Ford Dealer, Asked For the Dumbest F-150 With the Biggest Engine, I Left My Bronco Sport and Drove Home In This Dream F-150 XL Regular Cab”
By Denis Flierl on
In a sea of overpriced four-door family haulers, find out why a growing underground of enthusiasts is fighting back by special ordering "unicorns," and one walked into a Ford dealer demanding the "dumbest F-150 truck with the biggest engine.”
Thermal camera image of Ford F-150 Lightning charging outside in the cold
Thermal Camera Proves That Keeping My Ford F-150 Lightning Warm in the Driveway All Winter Costs kWh and Money, So I’m Going to Have to Find Another Option
By Chris Johnston on
We look at the science to see if it’s true that it takes more power, and more money, to charge your EV like a Ford F-150 Lighting when it’s cold outside.
2026 Ford Maverick Wins 2026 MotorTrend Truck of the Year
It's Awards Season and the Small 2026 Ford Maverick Just Drove Home with a Huge Honor
By Mary Conway on
There are two big "Truck of the Year" awards and the Maverick just won one of them.
Ford F-150 and Toyota Tundra
“I Sued Ford and Won, But I’m Terrified to Buy a New Tundra”
By Denis Flierl on
They sued Ford over a blown F-150 engine and won. Now, ready to buy a Toyota Tundra, a “deep dive” into engine recalls has them terrified to pull the trigger. With a Dec 31st deadline, should they risk the 2024 Tundra or buy used? Here is my advice.
A 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited charges at a Tesla Supercharger occupying two spaces
Tesla Drivers Call Other EV Brand Owners Charging at Superchargers “Idiots,” Demand That They Leave Because Superchargers Are "Only For Teslas” - Begun, the EV Charging War Has
By John Goreham on
Now that manufacturers have enabled Supercharger access across many EV brands, Tesla owners are pushing back, saying that only they are entitled to use the Supercharger network.
2026 Ford F-150
Ford F-150 Interior “Boring Black” Outrage: Why Owners Are Envious of the Expedition’s Cabin
By Denis Flierl on
Ford F-150 owners are calling out the automaker for limiting 2026 interior options to "Boring Black," while the Expedition offers premium choices at the same price. See why truck buyers are demanding more variety without the King Ranch markup.
Ford F-150 Lightning rodent wire damage
Super Sad but I May Need to Get Rid of My Ford F-150 Lightning Because I'm On My Third Wire Damage Claim from Rodents, I’m Trying Some Fixes but May Need to Sell It
By Chris Johnston on
We look at the root causes of wire damage from rodents and the best ways for prevention.
Tesla Supercharger station in Bakersfield, CA showing multiple charging stalls with a silver Tesla Model Y in the foreground, viewed from a three-quarter front angle.
A Mustang Mach-E Owner Says He Pulled Into a Tesla Supercharger and Was “Shocked” To Find Full-Time Attendants Giving Priority Access and Special Treatment to Non-Tesla Drivers Like Him
By Noah Washington on
While trying to find a place to plug in his Mach-E at a busy Supercharger, one driver was "shocked" to find full-time attendants guiding his non-Tesla SUV to a priority stall.
2019 Ford F-150
"Such A Money Pit": 2019 F-150 Owner Explains Why He Is Finally Done With Ford
By Denis Flierl on
A 2019 Ford F-150 owner is breaking up with the brand after cam phaser and transmission failures. Now facing an engine knock, he asks: Where do I go if GM is "dog crap" and Toyota is "overpriced"? Here is his dilemma.
2025 Ford F-150
Is the 2025 Ford F-150 10-Speed Transmission Finally Fixed? Owners Say No
By Denis Flierl on
Ford claimed the "CDF Drum" update fixed the F-150's 10-speed transmission issues. However, owners in 2024 and 2025 report that the clunk and PowerBoost failures are back. What Ford F-150 buyers need to know. 
A Hyundai Ioniq 5 is shown on a snowy plain
Are EVs “Good” In Winter Seems Like an Easy Question, But It Depends On What You Think Is Good - Here’s What Experts on Winter Driving Say
By John Goreham on
EV advocates think that EVs are amazing in every single way. The truth is a bit different, but those who say an EV is undrivable in winter are simply wrong.
2021 Ford F-150 Lariat
I Always Thought Ford Meant "Found On Road Dead" But I Bought An F-150: Ram And GM Have ‘Too Many Horror Stories,’ I Hope Ford Is the Lesser Headache
By Denis Flierl on
A truck buyer grew up believing that Ford stood for "Found On Road Dead," but this fleet expert just bought a 2021 F-150. Why did he rule out Ram, Chevy, and Toyota? He explains why the F-150 is the "lesser headache" and why he chose it.
A silver 2025 Ford F-Series pickup truck shown from the front quarter angle, driving on a mountain road with snow-covered peaks in the background.
Ford F-150 PowerBoost Owner Says His Towing Battery Drain Mystery Wasn’t Ford’s Fault at All, Claiming “It Was the Key Fob Waking the Truck Up” Until He Locked the Doors and Put It in a Faraday Bag
By Noah Washington on
One F-150 PowerBoost owner was plagued by a baffling battery drain while flat towing, until troubleshooting revealed the culprit.
The Michelin X-ICE Snow SUV tire is unstoppable in winteradlands.
First Snow Test - Michelin X-ICE Snow SUV Tires Offer So Much Grip, They Are Hard to Even Evaluate On Our 2023 Ford Bronco Sport Badlands
By John Goreham on
In our first test on snow and ice, the Michelin X-ICE Snow SUV tires on our 2023 Ford Bronco Sport Badlands prove remarkably grippy.
Ram 1500, Ford F-150
I’m Stuck Between Buying a Ram 1500 and a Ford F-150, But I’m Leaning Ram Because Ford’s 10-Speed Pretty Much Sucks
By Denis Flierl on
Ford's 10-speed transmission "sucks," says a buyer torn between the F-150 and Ram 1500. He's asking Ram owners for the truth before buying. Here is their unfiltered advice on reliability and the best model years.
A Hyundai Ioniq 5 N sits side by side with a Dodge Daytona Charger EV
In the Second Month Since EV Incentives Ended, U.S. Market Electric Vehicle Sales Continue to Plunge Strait Off a Cliff, Thelma and Louise Style
By John Goreham on
With limited data, since not all manufacturers report deliveries each month, we can see the writing on the wall. The EV sales disaster is proving not to be a one-month phenomenon.
Ford F-150
I Ordered 295/65 R20 Tires For My Ford F-150, Level, No Spacers, Now the Tire Guy Says They Will Rub, But I’ve Seen a Lot Of People That Say They Won’t
By Denis Flierl on
The big tire debate: Will 295/65 R20s rub on a Ford F-150 with a 2.5-inch level? The tire shop says they won't fit, but owners disagree. Here is the verdict on wheel clearance and the best tire upgrades for your truck.
AAA tests a vehicle in which the auto stop-start system has failed
Auto Stop-Start System No Longer Working - Before You Jump For Joy, Here Are the Likely Causes, and Why You Need to Have the Car Looked At Right Away
By John Goreham on
Nobody likes auto stop-start in their car, so when it suddenly stops working, it may seem like a good thing. Sadly, it’s not. Here’s why.
EV owner at a fast charger with a surprising high bill
EVgo Is the Worst and Most Expensive, as They Didn’t Honor an Active Promo Code from My App, I Paid $0.69 Per kWh Plus $0.99 Activation Fee to Charge My Ford F-150 Lightning Which Is Equivalent to $5.85 Per Gallon of Gas
By Chris Johnston on
What a Ford F-150 Lightning owner discovered about today’s fast charging networks and why it matters.
A black Ford F-150 Lightning EV pickup truck, likely a -2022 model, is shown from the front quarter angle at a construction site with wooden fencing panels and rocky ground visible.
An Ford F-150 Lightning Owner Ran the Numbers to 105,000 Miles and Says a Used Lightning Has the “Lowest Cash Outlay,” While a 2-Year-Old ICE F-150 Ends Up “The Highest Cost Per Mile” Even Though It’s Cheaper to Buy
By Noah Washington on
A Ford F-150 Lightning owner ran the numbers to 105,000 miles and found the used electric model had the "Lowest Cash Outlay," beating the ICE version even though the gas truck was cheaper to buy.
A black Ford Mustang Mach-E electric SUV, likely a 2022 model, is shown being loaded onto a tow truck from its front three-quarter angle on a snowy residential street.
A 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E Owner Says His Car Now Won’t Move Due to a “Parking Brake Fault,” Capping Off a Year Where BlueCruise Updates Broke Modules, Door Actuators Failed, and One Passenger Was “Unable to Exit the Vehicle”
By Noah Washington on
After a year of relentless malfunctions, one 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E is finally defeated, stuck in the driveway with a "Parking Brake Fault."
2025 Ford Bronco Sport
Ford is Recalling 230,000 2025-2026 Broncos and Bronco Sports Because the Instrument Panels Go Blank
By Mary Conway on
The Broncos and Bronco Sports are big hits for the Blue Oval. The recall is due to a glitch in the software that causes the instrument panel to go blank on start up.
2017 Ford F-150
I’m Looking For a Post 2017 Ford F-150 Owner Who’s Never Asked, “Why Did I Buy This Truck?” Junk 5.0s, Junk 10-Speeds, Elec. Problems, and Seal Leaks at 20K
By Denis Flierl on
A 2017 Ford F-150 owner slams post-2017 F-150s, citing "junk" 5.0 engines, failing 10-speeds, and leaks at 20k miles. Is buyer's remorse inevitable or just bad luck? Here is the heated debate.
A white 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning pickup truck, likely a recent model year, is shown from the rear quarter view while connected to a dark-colored dual-axle trailer loaded with construction debris.
A 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning Owner Says He Hauled 83,000 Pounds of Gravel and Towed an 11,000-Pound Trailer for 160-Mile Runs, While Critics Still Tell Him “You Can’t Tow Anything With It”
By Noah Washington on
A Ford F-150 Lightning owner's work pickup is handling 14,000-pound loaded trailers on 160-mile round trips without complaint.
Blue Ford F-150 Lightning with a man sitting in the frunk
I’m a Ford Loyalist and Have Owned an F-150 EcoBoost and an F-150 Hybrid CC, IMHO the Ford F-150 Lightning Is Superior to Both Versions Hands Down but I’m Worried Ford Might Kill It
By Chris Johnston on
The Ford F-150 Lightning is creating some of the strongest owner praise in the entire F-150 lineup, even among lifelong V8 fans. With all this success, there are rumors that Ford may kill it.
2017 Ford F-150
They Said I Was Crazy For Changing My Ford F-150’s Oil Every 10K Miles Since It Was New, But They Were Wrong, It Has 217K Miles, and Still Going Strong
By Denis Flierl on
Critics warned him it was too long, but Mark's 2017 Ford F-150 just hit 217,000 miles using 10,000-mile oil changes. Is the 5.0L V8 really that bulletproof, or is he playing with fire? Here is why his controversial maintenance schedule is working.
Red Ford F-150 parked in a shaded forest clearing near a lake, showcasing the truck’s front and side profile in natural outdoor lighting.
After Seeing a Ford F-150 Towing a 4-Ton Sea Ray With No Weight-Distribution Hitch, Expert Says the Setup Was “An Accident Waiting to Happen,” Warning a 2-Ton Pickup Can’t Recover Control If Anything Goes Wrong on Grades or in Crosswinds
By Noah Washington on
A Ford F-150 owner's successful tow of a 4-ton Sea Ray boat was praised for its 13 MPG efficiency, but an expert warned the setup was an accident waiting to happen.
2025 Toyota Tundra vs Ford F-150
I Ditched My 2021 Ford F-150 For This Toyota Tundra, Now All My F-150 Repair Problems Are Fixed Forever, Goodbye, I’m Out (Now, How About That Tundra?)
By Denis Flierl on
Fed up with his 2021 F-150, Steve Betts found a permanent fix: "I bought a 2025 Toyota Tundra. Good luck, y'all." Is the switch to Toyota the ultimate solution? Torque News reporter Denis Flierl asks: "Now, how about that new Tundra?"
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