Ford News and Reviews

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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By Jimmy Dinsmore Apr 7 2020 - 10:33am

Another Recall Issued On 2020 Ford F-150 and 2020 Ford Ranger Regarding Transmissions

Ford issues a safety recall on select models of F-150, Ranger and Expedition regarding 10-speed automatic transmission. Many issues over the years have surrounded this transmission including numerous recalls and class action lawsuits.

By Marc Stern Apr 6 2020 - 6:06pm

Hennessey/Ford HPE750 Makes A Great Ford F-150 Upgrade

Hennessey Performance Engineering makes some interesting Ford F-150 upgrades. Today we take a close look at the Hennessey/Ford HPE750 (supercharged) F-150 upgrade.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Apr 6 2020 - 11:26am

All Engine Details Leaked for 2021 Ford F-150, Including Hybrid F-150

Hybrid F-150 to have 3.5-liter engine with electric motor. 3.0-liter Power Stroke will still be offered for 2021 F-150. 5.0-liter V8 continues.

By Marc Stern Apr 5 2020 - 3:30pm

Ford To Keep European Plants Shuttered Until May 4

Ford plans to keep its European manufacturing sites shuttered for another month. Meantime, the workforce is assisting various sites and agencies as they help to mitigate the damage caused by the COVID-19 plague.

By Marc Stern Apr 4 2020 - 11:43pm

Ford Vans, SUVs, Lincoln SUVs Show Q1 Sales Success

Ford has not only stepped up to help the country in its hour of needs it has managed to keep some of its sales composure as well.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Apr 4 2020 - 1:12pm

2019 and 2020 Ford F-150 Incentives Are Plentiful At The Moment

Ford is trying to incentivize shoppers to buy a F-150, during one of the worst economic situations in our country’s history. Ford is trying to challenge General Motors who is also offering aggressive incentives.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Apr 3 2020 - 9:57am

Ford F-150 Sales Drop More Than 13 Percent In First Quarter As GM Makes Gains

While Ford F-150 remains the best-selling vehicle in America, GM makes gains with both of its full-size pickup trucks. The entire auto industry suffers mightily from the effects of the current uncertain socio-economic situation.

By Patrick Rall G+ Apr 2 2020 - 10:27am

Ford Mustang Shows Growth in 2020 Q1, Leading Dodge Challenger and Chevy Camaro

The Ford Mustang was the only car in the segment-of-three to show positive growth during the first quarter of 2020 while the Dodge Challenger stumbled a little and the Chevrolet Camaro stumbled a lot.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Apr 2 2020 - 10:16am

Custom Hummer Designer Launches Special-Edition F-150 supertruck

Mil-Spec Automotive offers new line of Ford F-150 trucks with aggressive, unique styling plus high-performance ability. Mil-Spec Automotive F-150 is rugged and powerful.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Apr 2 2020 - 8:50am

The GT350 Shelby Mustang To Be Discontinued

Ford will cease production of the 2020 Mustang Shelby GT350 to make room for 2021 Mustang Mach 1. The GT500 Shelby Mustang will continue, however.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Apr 1 2020 - 10:27am

A 2020 Ford F-100 Heritage Edition Would Be Perfect Send Off For 13th Generation Ford F-Series

45 years after Ford changed the name of the F-150, they should pay homage to F-100. In 1975, Ford officially changed the name of the F-100 to the F-150. As a show of respect to truck heritage it would’ve been nice if Ford had produced a special-edition F-100 Heritage edition.

By Marc Stern Apr 1 2020 - 12:06am

Ford Delays Plan To Restart Line; Will Build Ventilators

The Ford Motor Co. in a major reversal has reversed a plan to reopen its assembly plants beginning April 6 with the Hermosillo site, followed by other major sites. The automaker will be building 50,000 ventilators to help the COVID-19 crisis.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Mar 31 2020 - 12:21pm

Hennessey Venom 775 F-150 Embarrasses Mustang GT350 On Dragstrip

Hennessey Performance created YouTube video to show how their modified F-150 Venom 775 can outperform a stock Mustang GT350 on a drag strip. The competition is not even close, as video shows.

Ford May Reopen Factories In Early April

By Marc Stern Mar 30 2020 - 10:46pm

Ford, Automakers Should Consider Delaying Reopening Closed Lines A Bit Longer

With Ford considering reopening its shuttered plants on April 6, some wonder if they shouldn't delay their restart until the end of April.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Mar 30 2020 - 1:32pm

An F-150 With A Tactical Edge: 2020 Roush F-150 5.11 Tactical Edition

Roush Performance teams with California clothing maker Tactical 5.11 to create limited edition Ford F-150. Only 150 units of this special-edition, high performance pickup will be produced.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Mar 28 2020 - 1:22pm

Roush Performance Ford F-150 Trucks Eligible For 84-Month No-Interest Financing

Interest-free offer is good on 2019 Roush F-150 trucks only. 2020 model year F-150s do not appear eligible. Goal is to spur activity and drive up consumer confidence for some of these special-edition trucks and get them off the car lots.

By Marc Stern Mar 27 2020 - 3:24pm

Ford Team Stepped Up To Assist Another Epidemic, Polio, 72 Years Ago

It was another era and the times were different. It was another epidemic with a different outcome, yet Ford stepped up 72 years ago and in only 10 days came up with a functioning iron lung for polio victims.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Mar 27 2020 - 11:03am

New Suspension And Possibly V8 Coming To 2021 Ford F-150 Raptor

Ford positions its performance, off-road Raptor to battle the Ram Rebel TRX. 2021 Ford F-150 Raptor will also get a new design a new suspension and possibly a new engine.

By Marc Stern Mar 26 2020 - 3:36pm

Ford Recalls Quarter-Million Fiestas, Fusions For Door Latch Repairs

Ford's recall team was busy yesterday as the automaker announced three recalls affecting more than 250,000 vehicles. The biggest recall of the bunch was a recall affecting more than a quarter-million Ford Fiesta, Ford Fusion, and Lincoln MKZ to fix a door latch problem. The problem affects primarily cars in warm areas.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Mar 26 2020 - 9:43am

Ford Looking At April 6 To Restart Production; Good News for 2021 Ford F-150 And Other New Vehicles

With so many new vehicles planned, Ford has to strategically work toward getting their assembly plants back up and functional, while also taking proper safety measures for COVID-19. Production restarting should be good news for next-generation F-150, 2021 Mustang Mach-E and 2021 Ford Bronco.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Mar 25 2020 - 1:05pm

2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E Order Bank Opens May 11

Reservations for the all-electric Mustang crossover will soon turn to actual orders. Dealers prepare to place actual orders for Mustang Mach-E. Will Ford finally release the actual order numbers?

By Jimmy Dinsmore Mar 25 2020 - 9:18am

2021 Ford F-150 and 2021 Ford Bronco Will Share Some Paint Colors

Ford announced some new colors for upcoming 14th generation F-150 while also discontinuing some popular paint choices. 2021 Ford Bronco will share a few of those color palettes with F-150 while also getting some of its own unique color choices.

By Marc Stern Mar 24 2020 - 9:53pm

Will Gasoline Under $1.00 Encourage V-8 Sales, It's Very Doubtful

A little while ago, Jimmy Dinsmore asked the question will cheap gas encourage V-8s, his answer was a very strong, maybe. Today, I asked the same question regarding V-6s versus V-8s and I found that the answer tended toward the V-6.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Mar 24 2020 - 1:40pm

Ford Helps Make Medical Devices From F-150 Parts

Ford works with 3M, GE, UAW to speed production of medical respirators and face shields for healthcare workers. Parts made from F-150 will help Corona virus patients and first responders.

2020 Ford F-150 3.0-liter Power Stroke engine

By Jimmy Dinsmore Mar 24 2020 - 11:23am

2020 Ford F-150 Power Stroke vs. 2020 Ram EcoDiesel: Half-Ton Diesel Showdown

Ford’s Power Stroke Diesel engine, when compared to Ram’s EcoDiesel shows many differences, but many similarities. Both 3.0-liter turbo diesels offer options for pickup truck buyers.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Mar 23 2020 - 9:48am

For 2021 Ford F-150 It’s Out With Some Old Colors And In With Some New Ones

Ford introduces some new colors for 2021 F-150 and also will discontinue other colors. 2021 Ford F-150 will be the 14th generation of the F-Series.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Mar 22 2020 - 11:36am

Ford May Not Produce The 3.0-liter Diesel Power Stroke For Next-Generation F-150

Baby Power Stroke diesel engine for Ford F-150 expanded Ford’s pickup truck offering, but will it stick around? Small diesel engine for F-150 is part of “truck for every customer” plan. Offers big towing capability in fuel-efficient way.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Mar 21 2020 - 11:17am

Car Buying In A Corona Economy; What Ford Is Doing for Confidence and Financial Support

84-month loans, interest-free loans and deferred payments are trendy right now for carmakers like Ford. Despite the inconvenience, some good is coming from the corona virus and social distancing necessity.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Mar 20 2020 - 10:28am

Ford Says Future Vehicles, Including Next-Generation Ford F-150, And F-150 Hybrid, Not Interrupted By Corona Virus

Ford is facing many other delays, shutdowns and interruptions due to the Corona Virus fall out. Plants have closed, and stock dividends are suspended, but as of now, vehicle development is not impacted.

Ford Temporarily Shutters Plants Due To Virus

By Marc Stern Mar 20 2020 - 9:33am

As The Coronavirus Spreads, Ford Shutters Plants To Keep Workers Safe

As the coronavirus crisis spreads and deepens Ford has taken actions to protect its personnel. The manufacturer has shuttered its Michigan Assembly Plant -- and others -- so they can be cleaned and disinfected for their reopening at the end of the month.

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