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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 Timothy Boyer on
Here’s why you should put more faith in what your Ford is saying to you than what a dealership is saying is “normal” for an F-150.
By Marc Stern on
In the second major recall of the last couple of days, Ford is recalling about 1 million Super Duty heavy-duty pickups and three-row SUVS -- the Expedition and the Lincoln Navigator -- because the documentation for the headrests is incomplete.
By Tinsae Aregay on
For the first time today, multiple Cybertrucks have been spotted together outside a Tesla facility. And, making this sighting even more special, the Cybertrucks were being hauled on the highway on the back of a Ford F-250 truck. Ford F series of trucks are expected to be the Cybertruck's main competition when the futuristic truck finally begins deliveries.
By Marc Stern on
The other day Torque News offered you the audio version of the story of stolen Ford (and other) trucks and how a theft ring made off with nearly $1 million in trucks. The theft of untitled trucks could have left people holding the bag for nearly $70,000 per copy.
By Timothy Boyer on
Some Ford owners are discovering that they do not legally own their F-150 after buying it from a dealership. Find out why this is a problem in Arizona, why it’s Ford’s fault, and why you will be the one to suffer in the end.
By Peter Neilson on
Big news for all Navigator and Expedition owners! Cat Security™ has just launched its groundbreaking shield, offering the ultimate protection for your vehicle's catalytic converter. Say goodbye to worries of theft and hello to peace of mind on the road.
By Marc Stern on
Sometimes recalls can continue through several cycles. For example, last summer, Ford Escape, Mavericks, and Lincoln Corsairs were recalled for possible underhood fires due to engine bay problems that allowed flammable brake fluid to spray onto hot engines causing possible underhood fires. Ford hasn't issued a "do not drive notice" for these vehicles but has told owners to park them in the open.
By Timothy Boyer on
If you own a Ford with an EcoBoost engine and turbo system, then you will want to find out exactly why oil breakdown is a real problem… and one that can be easily avoided if only your instrument cluster would stop lying to you. Plus, why replacing your turbo unit is not the only fix for a turbo problem that lazy mechanics do not take care of…but should!
By John Goreham on
We checked out how busy Ford’s new Supercharger network was during one of the busiest travel times of the year and found plenty of open spots.
By Marc Stern on
According to Ford's CEO Jim Farley, the automaker hopes to make lightning strike again with the success of a new model. Ford found that 80 percent of F-150 Lightning EV buyers had never purchased a truck. The automaker hopes to make lightning strike again with an undeveloped three-row electric SUV.
By Marc Stern on
Introduced only two years ago, the Ford F-150 Lightning is going global as Ford begins to offer the very popular and sought-after electric pickup in Norway which is welcoming enthusiastically.
By Tinsae Aregay on
The Tesla Cbyertruck has recently been spotted undergoing wind tunnel testing at Giga Texas. Video footage of the Cybertruck's test shows the vehicle's single-blade giant windshield wiper "Giga Wiper," in action. We also get our first confirmation that the Cybertruck's frunk will open together with the front grille similar to the Ford F-150 Lightning.
By Timothy Boyer on
Is your Ford---or one you are considering buying---running a little rough? Here’s a quick and simple check you can do to find out if this common problem is the cause. Plus, a warning about potentially setting your truck on fire while working on it.
By Marc Stern on
Though Massachusetts residents ran it, a catalytic converter theft gang managed to work with people across the country as it stole more than 470 cats that sold for anywhere between $30,000 and $80,000. Indeed, the numbers of cats stolen may have been much higher.
By Marc Stern on
In an interesting development, Ford has announced that six of its vehicles, three EVs and three hybrids -- you would never have expected it -- now qualify for federal tax incentives.
By Marc Stern on
In an interesting development, Ford has confirmed that three of its electric vehicles (EVs) and three of its hybrids qualify for federal tax benefits. This information should make them more interesting to many buyers.
By Timothy Boyer on
Here’s a recent true horror story about why no one trusts automotive mechanics revealed by a Ford mechanic about what another mechanic did to a customer’s 2016 Ford F-150 that is nearly unbelievable! Plus, some good to know info about exhaust manifold stud options in the EcoBoost engine should you ever need to have your exhaust manifold replaced and decide to choose an aftermarket part.
By Marc Stern on
Ford is off to a great start this year, leading the rest of the industry in sales. According to figures released, the automaker was the best-selling brand.
By Marc Stern on
Ford plans to reopen reservations for its Lightning pickups while the automaker also brings its production back on line after a battery-driven hiatus.
By Timothy Boyer on
Here’s the latest by a popular Ford mechanic on some good to know info if you should ever be faced with an EcoBoost engine swap with your Ford F-150 that includes an important point about why you cannot totally rely on repair manual instructions.
By John Goreham on
We use the Lectron 48-amp V-box to charge the 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning. Here’s how it went.
By John Goreham on
The 2023 Ford F-150 Lighting is a straightforward vehicle to charge. Don’t let high-end charging options deter you from buying what can be an effortless vehicle to own.
By Marc Stern on
If you are thinking of buying an electric vehicle, there are some things to think about that should go into the equation. Torque News has looked at some of the features you should consider in this report.
By John Goreham on
The Tesla Cybertruck is still imaginary but may become a reality in late 2023 for a small number of owners. Here are some features Cybertruck buyers will likely forgo that they could have in a Ford F-150 Lighting today.
By John Goreham on
I like big frunks, and I cannot lie...Here is why you will love the Ford F-150 Lightning's front cargo space.
By John Goreham on
Electric vehicle fans and owners will make EVs work in winter by adapting to and overcoming obstacles, just like all vehicle owners do. Of course the 2023 Ford F-150 Lighting works in winter.
By Marc Stern on
Ford hasn't had it easy lately. With its CEO Jim Farley calling on the automaker to improve quality and a new quality chief in place, the automaker is still encountering problems. This time with a potential recall of 1.5 million midsized Fusions and Lincolns and a potential problem with F-150 pickups for problems with wiper arms.
By John Goreham on
We compare the cost to power the 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning battery-electric pickup truck to that of the F-150 Hybrid 4X4 in an EV-friendly state. The result surprised us.
By Timothy Boyer on
If you happen to own an older model Ford F-150, here are some of the problems you’re most likely to face according to experts who create repair manuals used by many DIY Ford truck owners and those who hire out their repair needs and want to verify the repairs.
By Marc Stern on
Any automaker, whether it is Ford, GM, or Stellantis wants to make sure its products are in good shape. That's why it was important for Ford to shut down its Lightning assembly line to make sure its pickup was in good shape. The automaker found the problem troubling the pickup and is now ramping toward full production.