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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.

By Jimmy Dinsmore on
Digital owner’s manual will be standard for all 2021 Ford F-150. The owner’s manual will be available on both 8 and 12-inch touchscreens on all trims of the 2021 Ford F-150. Ford claims this will save 290 tons of paper every year, as a result.
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New hashtag campaign and website allows consumers to take virtual tour of 2021 Ford F-150. Additionally, select cities in the U.S. are offering in-person looks at the 14th-generation F-150.
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New PowerBoost hybrid technology put to the test by Ford engineers to show that a hybrid pickup can be Built Ford Tough. A special laboratory test rig was specifically built to abuse the 1.5-kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery used in the PowerBoost system, simulating 10 years of pummeling in just 82 hours.
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A patent filed by Ford shows that a generator can extend the range of the all-electric Ford F-150. Toolbox-sized generator could be range extender. Ford proclaims the 2022 electric F-150 will be the most powerful truck they’ve ever built.
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Ford continues to resilient year with increase in sales amongst Ford F-150 and Ranger. Truck sales up more than 8 percent from third quarter of last year showing that consumer confidence is growing amidst a pandemic-driven downturn.
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Jim Farley becomes the 11th CEO in Ford Motor Company’s 117-year history. In addition to financial goals that include improving the company’s underperforming stock, Farley’s influence on Ford vehicles includes electrifying the product line. What will Farley’s plan mean to iconic vehicles like F-150, Bronco and Mustang?
By John Goreham on
If you have a Ford F-150 with the tire pressure warning light on, here is what to do and why it came on.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on
Hybrid powertrain creates 570 lb.-ft. of torque. Optional 5.0-liter V8 and 3.5-liter EcoBoost® V6 see increases to both power and torque. Popular 3.5-liter Ecoboost has maximum towing of 14,000 pounds and maximum payload of 3,250, making it best in light-duty truck segment.
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With groundbreaking of new Rouge plant to focus on electric vehicle production, including an all-electric F-150, Ford doubles down on commitment to electrification. With a few more details emerging, it sounds like Ford will offer an electric F-150 for real pickup truck buyers.
By John Goreham on
The impact on America's economy from the duty-protected made-in-America Ford F-Series is staggering.
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14th-generation of Ford F-150 goes on sale in November. All electric F-150 comes to market in 2022 and will be built at historic Rouge Complex.
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With three stout V8 engines in the Ford lineup, 8-cylinder fans have plenty to choose from. And despite current trends, V8 engines aren’t going away anytime soon, according to Ford.
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If there's one thing you can be sure of it is that you will find ripoffs in China. The latest blatant theft from Ford is based on the automaker's F-150 Raptor. Instead, its Chinese builder has tried to hide it behind the name Da Jiang Jun. It seems exotic but it's not. It stands for "The Big General." However, we think you might find it about a second lieutenant, at best.
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Power to the people! Ford will give manual transmission to the Sasquatch package of any 2021 Ford Bronco. Petition started must’ve worked as Ford concedes. Here’s what else we have petitioned or would like to petition to see changed at the Blue Oval.
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Michigan Truck Manufacturer Supercharges Limited Edition Series of F-150 Trucks, Adding More Power for Enthusiasts Searching for the Ultimate 4x4. Mil-Spec Automotive now offers two variants of high-performance F-150s. The push for more power in pickups shows with custom supertruck builds plus next-generation Raptor and upcoming Ram Rebel TRX.
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After setting up a program that helps those Ford customers feeling the effects of the coronavirus, the carmaker is now helping those buyers who are feeling the effects of the pandemic shorter term.
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Many truck buyers should opt for the Ford F-250 Super Duty over the popular F-150. If the F-150 is the every day/every person truck, then the Super Duty is the working man’s truck. Ford F-250 has many new features for 2020 beyond just 7.3-liter V8.
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2021 Ford F-150 price configurator now available. You can now build your own 2021 Ford F-150 from $30,000 to more than $70,000. Production on 14th-generation F-150 begins at the end of the month.
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A second class-action lawsuit launched against Ford regarding underperforming fuel economy for 2019 Ford and 2017-2019 Ford F-150. Two lawsuits now claim Ford is inaccurate on their fuel economy ratings.
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Ford will challenge rivals with V8-powered Raptor truck and V8-powered off-road Bronco. High-performance truck and Bronco should be music to the ears of those who have clamored for V8 power. Rumors of both remained unconfirmed from Ford, but all signs and information appear to point to it.
By Paul Fosse on
In this article, I will go over a bit of Tesla's history to give context to the news that a legal dispute between the South Korean giant, Lucky Gold (LG) and SK Innovation could seriously impact Ford's plans to product an all electric pickup in 2022. Then I will explain how Tesla avoids this same issue.
By Marc Stern on
You've probably heard the saying "turn around; don't drown." This is the brief motto of the Weather Service and the Weather Channel that tells you to watch where you are driving. It doesn't matter if you are driving the best all-wheel-drive crossover or your new Ford F-150. There comes a point where you just can't trust the calm-looking water ahead.
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With Bronco coming out and new generation F-150, Ford dealers are poised for an increase in interest and business in the coming months. Heading toward 2021, it stands to be a big year for Ford and their subsequent dealers as they wage war with Jeep over Bronco and Wrangler.
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Sync4 partner INRIX will provide mobility data to drivers of Mustang Mach-E, Bronco and F-150. Data like open nearby parking spots, recharging stations and gas stations will come through Sync4 system. Ford’s latest Sync iteration will debut in 2021 Mustang Mach-E, 2021 Ford Bronco and 2021 Ford F-150.
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Even though the auto industry has gone back to work and opened the assembly lines again, the pandemic continues to have its effects as inventory continues to remain tight or tighter.
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With rival Ram announcing the Raptor-like Rebel TRX with a V8 and more than 700 horsepower, will this force Ford to pivot on the Raptor and offer a V8? Current generation Raptor lacks V8 and previous Ford leadership opposed the V8. Now is the time for Ford to rethink the performance truck.
By Patrick Rall on
There are aftermarket tuning companies and some dealerships that offer packages that increase the output of the Ford F-150 to more than 702 horsepower, but unlike the 2021 Ram 1500 TRX, those are not produced by the automaker and they are built on a per-unit basis, so they don’t meet the criteria for a production vehicle or a mass-produced vehicle.
By Marc Stern on
The Ford Motor Co. announced three safety recalls. According to the automaker, the three issues involve brakes, coil springs, and battery problems.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on
Prestigious North American Truck of the Year nominations announced. 2021 F-150 along with 2020 Ford Super Duty among the three finalists. Ford has other representation in the list with 2021 Ford Bronco Sport and 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E named as contenders in Utility of the Year.
By Marc Stern on
The COVID-19 virus has had an unusual effect on the used-vehicle market. If you are looking or have been looking for a used vehicle lately, you will find that the prices are up in all categories, full-sized trucks like the Ford F-150, midsized like the Ranger, and luxury SUVs.