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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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Fifth-generation Ford Explorer (and other Ford models) are plagued by an electrical issue that may be an easy fix
Never Should Have Sold My Toyota Corolla, As My Ford Explorer Is Having New Problems Every Day
By Dimitar Angelov on
Despite being one of the most popular American SUVs, one Ford Explorer owner regrets his vehicle choice after previously driving Toyota and Lexus.
Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck and All EV Trucks “Are the Worst If You Carry Loads, Trailer, Go to Worksites or On Vacation, The Limited Range and Refueling Is a Big Pain”
By Denis Flierl on
Why are EV trucks like the Tesla Cybertruck, Ford F-150 Lightning, Rivian R1T, and GM's trucks not meeting expectations? They fall short of truck buyers who use them for work, towing, and taking long trips. "They are a pain in the ass," one expert says. 
Our Brand-New Ford Explorer Was Destroyed by Protesters in California Who Mistook Us for ICE
Our Brand-New Ford Explorer Was Destroyed by Protesters in California Who Mistook Us for ICE
By Aram Krajekian on
Not every Ford Explorer is law enforcement, but this news crew found out that doesn’t always matter. Here’s further insight into the current situation in California, and what it says about how vehicles are being perceived.
Ford dealer lot has ample Bronco Sport and Bronco inventory
If You Want a New Ford Bronco, Bronco Sport, Maverick, or Any Other Model In 2025, You’d Be Crazy Not To Buy Before July 1st - Here’s Why
By John Goreham on
Ford’s “You pay what we pay” program has been extended through the end of June. After that, auto prices are looking pretty grim.
A white Ford F-150 Lightning truck parked on a driveway, showcasing its sleek design and black alloy wheels.
I Traded My Tesla Model Y for a Ford F-150 Lightning After One Month, Cold Weather Range Drops 75% But I'm Never Going Back to Tesla
By Noah Washington on
75% range drop in cold weather, but still no regrets! This Ford F-150 Lightning owner left Tesla for good and explains why.
Best SUV Recommendations from Consumer Report
10 Best SUVs You Can Buy Right Now for the Road Trip Ahead
By Timothy Boyer on
“These high-scoring SUV models do well in performance, reliability, safety, and owner satisfaction available today,” states Consumer Reports in their recently released list of their recommended best of the best new SUV choices.
I Laughed at These Complaints About the 2024 Toyota Sequoia Before I Bought One, But Then I Traded It for a 2025 Ford Expedition Because They Were True
I Laughed at These Complaints About the 2024 Toyota Sequoia Before I Bought One, But Then I Traded It for a 2025 Ford Expedition Because They Were True
By Aram Krajekian on
It took less than 10,000 miles for this Sequoia owner to realize the complaints he once mocked were true. Here’s what his experience reveals about how paper specs don’t always match up to real-world family use.
Image compares the Ford Maverick Hybrid-Electric pickup truck to Slate's future EV pickup
Don't Wait For Slate’s Low-Cost Electric Pickup Truck to Arrive In 2027, Buy a Ford Maverick Hybrid-Electric Pickup Now and Get 47 MPG While Covering More Than Half Your Miles In EV Mode
By John Goreham on
Slate is hoping to someday build a low-cost, bare-bones pickup truck with a green powertrain. We’ve looked at the expected costs and found the currently available Ford Maverick pickup to match that cost, and it offers an experience very close to an EV rig
A blue electric Ford Mustang Mach E is speeding through a city street at night, illuminated by vibrant city lights.
My $60K Mustang GT Went to the Dealer for Warranty Work and They Gave Me a Mach-E, Now I Feel 'Like a Bit of an Idiot' for Dismissing What's Actually an Enjoyable Car
By Noah Washington on
He drives a Mustang GT, but this Mustang Mach-E loaner opened his eyes! Find out why he now feels like an "idiot" for his EV skepticism.
2024 Ford F-150
Ford is Recalling Over a Million Vehicles for a Rearview Camera Glitch that Nearly Every Automaker Has Experienced
By Mary Conway on
The rearview camera can go blank when the vehicle is in reverse raising the risk of a possible crash.
2022 Ford Explorer
The Ford Dealer Is Charging Me $1,300 To Fix A 2022 Explorer I Took On A Test Drive That I Don’t Even Own
By Denis Flierl on
Kaelyn is a young mom looking for an SUV to accommodate her growing family. So, she went to a Ford dealer to trade her car in and test drive a Ford Explorer. She's heard they make a great family car. However, her test drive turns into a nightmare. 
Family Survives Collision Thanks to Toyota
"My 2016 Corolla Saved My Husband, 11-Month-Old Daughter, and Me"
By Timothy Boyer on
A true story illustrates why the riders of a small Toyota sedan can survive an impact with a larger Ford F-150.
2024 Ford Expedition
Ford is Recalling Nearly 275,000 Expeditions and Navigators for Potential Brake Problems
By Mary Conway on
The front brake lines can possibly leak brake fluid. Faulty brakes can increase the chance of a crash.
Image of a badly damaged Ford Bronco Sport Badlands wheel and tire
I Cannot Believe My Pirelli Tires Were Not Damaged, But Two of My Wheels Fell Apart Due to This Hard Impact While Driving My Ford Bronco Sport Badlands On the Highway
By John Goreham on
We paraphrase Ford Bronco Sport Badlands owner JF, who was lucky to escape this mishap uninjured. Have you ever seen rims fail, but not tires?
Image shows the Falken WildPeak A/T3W tire on a Ford Bronco Sports Badlands SUV
I’ve Been Using the Falken WildPeaks on My 2023 Ford Bronco Sports Badlands for 10,000 Miles Now, and Have Formed a Very Firm Opinion on Them Based on the Treadwear That Those Considering an All-Terrain Tire Should Know About
By John Goreham on
Now that I’ve used the tires for about two years and over 10,000 miles, my opinion on the Falken WildPeak all-terrain tire is firming up. Here’s what I’ve learned and what I think of the WildPeak tires.
So I Got a Low Tire on My Mustang Mach-E, But Without a Physical Fob The Local Tire Shop Is Unable To Move The Car, And My Key Is My Phone
So I Got a Low Tire on My Mustang Mach-E, But Without a Physical Fob The Local Tire Shop Is Unable To Move The Car, And My Key Is My Phone
By Armen Hareyan on
An unexpected flat tire revealed an unlikeable truth about relying solely on your phone as a key for the Ford Mustang Mach-E - one that every EV driver should consider before it's too late.
Image shows Hyundai Kona on sale at a Boston-Area dealership
April 2025 Vehicle Prices Rose Less Than A Typical Year-Over-Year Increase, and Despite Tariffs, the Largest Vehicle Segment of Compact Crossover SUVs Declined In Average Transaction Price
By John Goreham on
New data from Cox Automotive shows that the sky didn’t fall in April. While there is always time for a disaster, tariffs have yet to show any meaningful ATP increase by the typical metric of year-over-year change.
A dark gray 2025 Mazda CX-50 parked on rocky terrain with a river and mountains in the background, showcasing a rugged and adventurous vibe.
Mazda CX-50 Turbo Got Worse Gas Mileage Than My New 400HP Ford Explorer V6, And The Seats Caused Unbearable Pain After Just 2 Hours Of Driving
By Noah Washington on
I bought the Mazda CX-50 Turbo expecting upscale dynamics and class-leading style, but after two hours behind the wheel, I needed a chiropractor.
Mechanics Advise Against These Cars They Often Work Repair
Top 10 Least Favorite Vehicles Of The 2010s ―"Spent 15 Years As A Ford Tech…I Agree 100% With Your Ford List"
By Timothy Boyer on
A popular car repair garage lists the top 10 vehicles they've worked on over the years as a warning on the models you will want to avoid―especially if you are considering any of the Ford models dominating the list.
Tesla Cybertruck & Ford F-250
A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He Felt Something Was Broken When He Went Back to His Ford F-250 After a Few Months Exclusively Driving His Cybertruck – Adds “It Felt Archaic & Clunky”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says that after driving a Cybertruck for a few months, getting back into his Ford F-250 initially made him think the F-250 was genuinely broken. However, after a few minutes, he realized this is how the Ford F-250 always drives.
Image shows 2025 Ford Bronco Sport Badlands Sasquatch edition side by side with non-Saquatch taken by John Goreham
I’m a Very Skeptical Bronco Sport Badlands Owner, and When I Went To Look at the New 2025 Sasquatch Edition, I Came Away With Some Strong Opinions About What Ford Did to This Great Vehicle
By John Goreham on
Sure, the Sasquatch edition of the Bronco Sport Badlands sounds good on paper, but what about when you see it in person? Did Ford do right by fans and owners, or is this all smoke and mirrors?
My 2024 Silverado 2500 HD Went In for a Transmission Fix But I Believe the Dealer Botched the Repair, Now a Part of Me Thinks I Should’ve Gone With a Ford F-250 Instead
My 2024 Silverado 2500 HD Went In for a Transmission Fix But I Believe the Dealer Botched the Repair, Now a Part of Me Thinks I Should’ve Gone With a Ford F-250 Instead
By Aram Krajekian on
After a transmission service left Greg’s 2024 Silverado downshifting violently and locking up its rear tires, he began to suspect dealer error. Now he’s questioning his loyalty to GM and wondering if a Ford F-250 would’ve been the better choice.
AI generated image using Grok shows a surprised owner changing his oil and finding to be green
I Just Did My First Oil Change Today On My 2025 Ford Bronco Sport, and the Oil Has a Green Look To It, Has Anyone Ever Seen Such a Thing, and Should I Be Worried
By John Goreham on
We paraphrase a Ford Bronco Sport owner who changed his own oil, only to discover the oil had a very unusual look to it. We examine this mystery in detail.
2025 Ford Ranger Raptor
How Ford Performance is Helping 2025 F-150, Ranger and Bronco Raptor Owners Grow Their Off-Roading Skills
By Mary Conway on
Ford Performance is once again holding a special rally for Ford Raptor owners so they can elevate their skills out on the trails.
US Cars Do Not Provide What Japanese Drivers Need in Their Cars
Why Most American Cars Are Not Popular in Japan With the Exception of Jeep
By Timothy Boyer on
Trump criticized Japan for the few American vehicles sold in their country. But car dealers and experts say there's a host of reasons why American cars aren't appealing to Japanese drivers.
Fortnite and Mustang GT500
1967 Ford Shelby Mustang GT500 Fans Can Take the Controls in Latest Fortnite Adventure
By Mary Conway on
One of the most famous muscle cars in history is available in the virtual racing arena. Now, fans cans customize their own Shelby GT500.
2025 Ford Bronco Off-Roadeo Vehicles
2025 Ford Bronco Takes Off-Roading to New Heights with Two New Project Vehicles
By Mary Conway on
The project or concept vehicles show how the Bronco can be customized to give drivers their perfect off-roading experience.
A red Ford truck is being loaded onto a tow truck at night, with rain falling and emergency lights flashing in the background.
My F-150 Lightning Died Two Miles From Home, Each Battery Percent Below 7% Only Lasted One Mile
By Noah Washington on
I took the F-150 Lightning out in freezing rain and found out the hard way why Ford’s electric truck is still a work in progress. Is the Lightning really ready for America’s toughest truck buyers, or is range anxiety still king?
2025 Ford Mustang GT
The Ford Mustang Just Turned 61 and Continues to Win Fans and Set Records
By Mary Conway on
Ford continues to reinvigorate the pony car. Ford keeps adding more horsepower and performance to the world's top-selling sportscar.
2017 Ford F-150
Ford Recalling More than 120,000 2017-2018 F-150s, Expeditions and Lincoln Navigators for Potential Brake Problems
By Mary Conway on
A brake fluid leak could reduce braking power and possibly lead to a crash.
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