Ford F150

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.

One F-150 PowerBoost owner was plagued by a baffling battery drain while flat towing, until troubleshooting revealed the culprit.

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.

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.

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.

What a Ford F-150 Lightning owner discovered about today’s fast charging networks and why it matters.

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 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 Ford F-150 Lightning owner's work pickup is handling 14,000-pound loaded trailers on 160-mile round trips without complaint.

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.

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.

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.

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?"

Our title paraphrases a comment from a Torque News reader on our story about the dire situation for EV trucks in America. Let’s examine this very well-stated point.

Your F-150 is in for warranty work. The dealer snaps the turbo bolts and demands YOU pay $1,500! This isn't just one truck; it's a known defect that Ford shops try to scam owners on. Find out how to fight the bill and get Ford to cover their mistake.

A 2019 Ford F-150 owner is done with his truck. Between the transmission slipping and the underpowered oil-burning engine, he won't buy another Ford. His truck has also dropped in value. He's not alone in this situation. What F-150 owners need to know.

We analyze the EV market in the United States using data provided by Cox Automotive. EVs are now heading backwards in market share as incentives end and interest wanes.

A Ford F-150 owner says the dealer botched a warranty repair, snapping turbo bolts inside the manifold. Now they want him to pay $1,500 for the new part. Is this standard practice, or a repair scam? What F-150 owners need to know about Ford service.  

A dream truck became an 8-month nightmare of electrical chaos. After 60+ days in the shop and four dealers, Ford is buying back this brand-new F-150 under Lemon Law. Now, the toughest decision: stick with Ford's flagship or leap to a Bronco Badlands?

The F-150 PowerBoost recall exposes a severe disconnect between Ford's premium pricing and its support network. The owner, paying for a platinum lease, was offered a trade-in that cost $500 more per month or a 2020 Escape.

A Ford F-150 owner's nightmare: A Ford tech forgot the oil filter on a brand-new 2024 F-150 XLT 5.0L. The engine started, and oil was everywhere! How much damage did the dry run cause this babied truck? The owner is terrified. What would you do?

One F-150 Lightning owner hauled a 10,000-pound boat over Hawaii's 6,600-foot volcanic spine, using 70% of his battery on the 25-mile climb alone.

An F-150 owner's 2020 5.0L engine, replaced just 10k miles ago, is already 1 quart low at 1,863 miles. Is this the dreaded Ford oil consumption issue? Should he brave another engine replacement, or is trading it in inevitable? What would you do?

Ford's F-150 Lightning may be discontinued, but it wasn't the truck's fault. We analyze the catastrophic marketing failure that ignored the right buyer and how rivals like Scout are getting it right.

A 2017 Ford F-250 owner, Barry Horne, feels his new 2025 F-150 is too low to the ground. It's culture shock, and he's not sure he made the right decision to downsize. What can he do now? Here are his solutions and what F-150 owners need to know. 

An experienced Ford EV owner compared Apple Maps to Google Maps and found Apple's system is "light years behind."

James is ready for Michigan snow. He finished installing a snow plow on his Ford F-150 5.0, knowing the heavy-duty truck owners will give him grief. Is his half-ton up to the task of clearing his driveway? What F-150 owners need to know. 

A Ford F-150 owner is stressing out about the warranty on his F-150, which he purchased new with just 73 miles on the odometer. Can you answer this tricky warranty question?

Our title block paraphrases Ford F-150 Owner LS, whose truck was just run without an oil filter. He needs the help of our readers to know if the engine will be damaged or not.

Rivian’s R1T and Ford’s F-150 Lightning were both leaders in their segments. However, like the Cybertruck, all three appear to have stalled. Here are updates on the three, and what could happen in 2026.