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Ford F150

The Ford F Series has been the bestselling vehicle in America for more than three and a half decades and as the most popular option in the F Series lineup, the F150 is effectively the single most popular vehicle in America.

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Judge bans SK Innovation, the company that will provide batteries for the 2022 all-electric F-150, for 10 years. However, as part of the ruling, SK Innovation has four years until the ban kicks in. Ford continues push toward electrified future while dealing with real-world delays on current production F-150.
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2021 Ford F-150 PowerBoost, new to the 14th-generation F-150 brings a lot to the table. But some of the options can be deleted in order to keep the price down.
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Ford’s Sync 4 system features many upgrades that help make 14th-generation F-150 better. New and improved touchscreen and high-tech features bring F-150 to the top of technology apex for pickup truck segment.
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Technology and environmental implications played a role in why this Ohio man traded in his 2019 Ford F-150 for a 2021 Mustang Mach-E. He previously owned a Focus ST and a couple Mustang V8s and even considered buying the new Bronco, but decided the Mach-E was the right vehicle for him.
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Ford's January sales have been explosive as lines have set new-vehicle sales marks right out of the box. Also, vehicles like the Mustang Mach-E have been turning round -- churning is the sales word for it -- in as little as four days.
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With three various generators available on the 2021 Ford F-150, the 7.2-kW generator is only available on the 2021 Ford F-150 PowerBoost. This generator, combined with other new features of 14th-generation Ford F-150, add immense value to many truck consumers.
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Lacking a V8 option, Ford focuses on low-end torque in the 2021 Raptor, increased towing and payload and throatier engine. Ford does say a Raptor R will follow next year with V8 engine. Pro On Board Generator option to be offered.
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Ford F-150 bests both Ram and Silverado in YouTubers 0-60 time test. Lighter weight of stock F-150 leads to win over Ram and Silverado. All trucks tested had similar V8 engines.
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Have you wondered why the auto industry is jumping on board the over-the-air update parade? It makes sense. That is the opinion of Torque New Reporter Marc Stern whose piece today discusses software issues.
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As electric pickup truck market emerges, understanding consumer mindset is important. A new survey reveals 20 percent would consider buying an EV pickup. Survey reveals what is and isn’t important EV to those pickup consumers. That same survey shows how important brand recognition is for Ford and Tesla.
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It's no secret that there is a semiconductor shortage is battering the vehicle industry. Why has it happened? When the industry shutdown last summer there suddenly seemed to be so much more capacity that semi-makers took on other work for such things as the Internet of Things and 5G communications. This story looks at the reasons.
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If it wasn't for last year's shelter-in-place order, this year's F-150 launch would not have turned out as interesting as it has. If you want to know how interesting it is, just ask DJ D-Nice, he's creating a great vibe for Ford.
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14th-generation F-150 beats out Ram TRX and Jeep Gladiator Mojave to bring home prestigious honor. 2021 F-150 is one of two Ford vehicles to win accolades as Mustang Mach-E takes home Utility of the Year title.
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With the continuing pandemic, more people are working from their homes. But. there is a tad of a problem with working from the house, vehicles are sitting for long periods of time in driveways or parking areas or on the street. They are open invitations to catalyst thieves.
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Ford F-150 retains title of best-selling vehicle in North America. Despite a significant drop in fourth quarter sales for the Ford F-150, F-Series maintains sales lead for 2020 as Blue Oval looks to all-important 2021 and redesigned Ford F-150.
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So, you've just bought your first SUV and you are already for the storms that are bearing down on your part of the country, right? Well, if you drive correctly, you are very right, but if you think that you can jump behind the wheel and go tooling off at high speed, you will have a very short ride if you don't watch out. AWD (all-wheel-drive) is to help you get started and keep rolling in lousy weather.
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2020 was a year of new product launches and a look toward the 2021 model year. Ford ushers in an all-important 14th-generation of the best-selling truck in America. 2021 Ford F-150 is a bright spot as we head toward a new year.
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2022 all-electric Ford F-150 getting tested in snow shows that the EV will be quite capable. Ford put PowerBoost Hybrid F-150 through rigorous tests too. Cold weather testing vital for success, reputation of EV F-150.
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Mustang Mach-E also part of the announcement as a finalist for Utility Vehicle of The Year. F-150 up against Jeep Gladiator Mojave and Ram 1500 TRX.
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2021 Ford F-150 wins Edmunds Top Rated Truck award for 2021 while 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E wins Edmunds Top-Rated Luxury EV. Both vehicles are receiving national attention as media outlets offer first-drive thoughts as F-150 arrives on dealership lots.
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3.5-liter PowerBoost Hybrid technology in 2021 Ford F-150 has EPA-estimated 24 MPG for 4x4s and ability to tow up to 12,700 pounds and haul more than 2,000 pounds confidently with 430 horsepower and 570 lb.-ft. of torque. Hybrid truck comes with 2.4 kilowatts Pro Power Onboard generator, good for 7.2 kilowatts of exportable power.
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2021 Ford F-150 Receives Kelly Blue Book’s Best Buy award for new truck technology including hybrid powertrain, mobile generator and interior work surface. 2021 Ford F-150 trucks are arriving on dealership lots across the country.
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When you watch the video of this crash test you will really appreciate just how safe trucks are here and in most of the world. There are parts of the world, though, where truck safety takes a back seat to expense.
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Ford brings off-road Tremor to the 2021 F-150 lineup. F-150 Tremor is available in three versions, each featuring a standard F-150 Raptor-style bash plate, off-road running boards, unique hood and grille with Active Orange highlights and unique trim and technology packages.
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More than 700,000 2020 Ford F-150s have been sold this year, giving it nearly a 200,000 unit edge over its second-place competitor. Super Duty sales are strong for November, while F-150 sales dip as expected as Ford prepares for switch over to next-generation F-150.
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The hybrid PowerBoost powertrain is the most powerful F-150 in the 2021 model class. 2021 Ford F-150 with PowerBoost also offers best fuel economy plus capable on-board generator. All this adds up to stuff that matters most for truck owners.
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With launch of three Broncos and a likely Bronco brand, plus the 2021 Ford F-150 and the Mustang Mach-E, Ford faces a make or break year. “Year of growth” coming to Blue Oval and dealers are excited about upcoming used vehicle platform called Ford Blue Advantage.
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Ford has announced a pair of recalls that affect about 30,000 cars and SUVs. The recalls involve The first recall involves a problem with the link shaft bracket on Tauruses and Explorers, while the second involves 2020 Ford Explorers and its corporate twin the Lincoln Aviator with poorly welded seams on the driveshaft.
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Ford is revealing custom versions of the 2021 F-150, Bronco and Bronco Sport with Ford Accessories and Performance Parts through the first-ever virtual SEMA show. Ford dealers are ready to personalize these vehicles for customers.
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The pandemic created a used car boom, which has yielded an increase in searches for used Ford F-150 pickup trucks. F-150 and Chevrolet Silverado were the top two searched vehicles according to the website Bumper.