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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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2026 Jeep Wrangler 85th Anniversary Edition
Why You Should Consider a Four-Wheel-Drive Model Like a Jeep Wrangler or Ford Bronco if You are Buying an SUV
By Mary Conway on
As cars and trucks are getting more expensive, a recent study shows which vehicles are holding their value longer. A recent trend may surprise you!
2020 Ford F-150 Raptor
“I Found An ‘Immaculate’ 30K-Mile Ford Raptor For $54K, But The Title Is A Financial Time Bomb - I’m Being Warned To Walk Away"
By Denis Flierl on
One Ford F-150 buyer thinks he struck gold on a pristine $54K Raptor pickup, but a service tech’s "inner circle" intel reveals a 135-day repair saga. Is a glitchy SYNC system worth a branded title? Is it a massive resale risk lurking behind this deal?
A Ford F-150 sits frozen in ice with its wipers in the up position
Ford F-150 Owner Says That the Truck Won’t Spray the Windshield With Washer Fluid Even Though the Tank Is Filled Up - We Offer Solutions To Frozen Windshield Washer Systems
By John Goreham on
A Ford F-150 Pickup truck driver can’t clean the windshield because the fluid won’t spray out. Let’s examine this problem and explore possible solutions.
BYD Truck Parked at Denver International Airport
This Picture Shows Exactly Why Automakers are Concerned About Chinese EVs Selling in Mexico and Canada
By Mary Conway on
Canada just relaxed the rules and tariffs governing Chinese EVs. Some Chinese vehicles are assembled in Mexico.
Blue Ford Mustang Mach-E electric SUV driving at night on a city street with headlights on.
A 2023 Mustang Mach-E GT Owner Says He Traded His 2022 Tesla Model 3 Performance and “Doesn't Miss It at All,” Losing “Peak 250kW vs 150kW” Charging but Gaining Android Auto, Better Ride Quality, and No Autopilot “Nagging”
By Noah Washington on
One 2023 Mach-E GT owner is making waves by claiming he traded his Model 3 Performance and doesn't miss it "at all".
2026 Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC Barrett-Jackson
Ford's New 2026 Mustang Dark Horse Raises $1.25 Million to Fight Juvenile Diabetes
By Mary Conway on
Ford just unveiled the Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC less than two weeks ago at the Detroit Auto Show. The first one, with VIN 001 will be customized for the person who just paid $1.25 million at Barrett-Jackson.
2019 Ford F-150
“I Never Had Issues Before, But Wow, I Made a Huge Mistake, My 2019 Ford F-150 Transmission Failed Instantly” - Why Used Truck Buyers Should Be Wary
By Denis Flierl on
An F-150 owner had them for decades without a single hiccup, but this latest buy for her son was a total disaster. The 10-speed transmission failed instantly, leaving him with a big repair bill and deep regret. Don't fall into the same F-150 truck trap.
2026 Ford F-150
I Looked Into Why This 245K-Mile F-150 Owner Is “Done” With Ford: “We’re Getting the Shaft” On $50K Engine Failures
By Denis Flierl on
After 245K miles, one loyal F-150 owner is sounding the alarm on Ford’s new reliability. Why are $50K trucks failing in just 2 years? This veteran driver reveals the brutal truth about what’s happening under the hood.
2018 Ford Focus
As the Coldest Weather in Decades is Hitting the Country, Ford Recalls 119,000 Vehicles With Engine Block Heaters
By Mary Conway on
Much of the United States will be experiencing record cold weather for the next three days. Ford just issued recalls for some Ford Escapes, Ford Explorers and Ford Focus vehicles equipped with engine block heaters.
Bright yellow Ford Mustang Mach-E Rally driving on dirt trail through forest
At 18°F in North Carolina, a 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT Performance Edition Failed to Charge Overnight, Owner Says “Cold Weather Issues May Put Us Back in an ICE Until EV Tech Gets Better”
By Noah Washington on
A 2023 Mach-E owner says he’s "not jumping ship yet," but a single overnight charging failure in North Carolina’s 18°F cold has put his trust in EV tech on thin ice.
A black 2025 Ford F-150 Platinum pickup truck shown from a front three-quarter angle, parked in a scenic wooded area with tall trees and grass in the background.
A $65,000 2025 Ford F-150 XLT Owner Says His Grille Is Melting in South Carolina Heat, Dealer Told Him to “Expect the Truck to Melt When It Gets Hot,” Even as 50 Similar Cases Surface and Ford Denies Warranty Coverage
By Noah Washington on
A South Carolina owner is gearing up for a legal battle after his 2025 Ford F-150 XLT grille appeared to "melt" under normal sun exposure.
2026 Chevy Silverado
“I’m Done Defending Them”: Why This 2026 Chevy Silverado Owner Says Ford’s Recall Disaster Is “The Only Reason I’m Still Driving a GM”
By Denis Flierl on
Frustrated with your new Silverado? You’re not alone. But before you switch brands, look at the data: Ford just shattered recall records. Is anyone actually building reliable trucks anymore? One owner’s viral take on why brand loyalty is dead.
2025 Ford F-150 Lariat
“I Would Never Put a Synthetic Blend in My EcoBoost”, Says This 2025 Ford F-150 Owner: Why He’s 100% Right to Question the Dealer’s Advice
By Denis Flierl on
The dealer says blend, but owners say full synthetic; who’s right? One 2025 Ford F-150 owner is questioning why Ford recommends semi-synthetic for the 3.5L EcoBoost. Is the dealer cutting corners, or is there a hidden benefit? Here’s the truth.
Yellow Ford Mustang Mach-E
A Mustang Mach-E Owner Learns That Aggressive Acceleration Is Good for His Battery, Cites Stanford Study That Says, “Dynamic Cycling Enhances Battery Lifetime by up to 38%”
By Chris Johnston on
Ford Mustang Mach-E owner stumbles onto a study about driving habits that challenges everything we thought about battery care.
Ford's EREV F-150 Lightning
Ford’s F-150 Lightning Just Killed Range Anxiety: The 700-Mile EREV Pivot That Changes Everything
By Rob Enderle on
Ford’s bold shift to Extended-Range EV technology for the F-150 Lightning promises a massive 700-mile range, silencing critics and positioning the Blue Oval to dominate the electric truck market.
2018 Ford F-150 to a 2014 Chevy Silverado
“Built Ford Tough” No More? F-150 Transmission Failures Drive Owner to Chevy: “I Upgraded to This Silverado Single Cab Unicorn”
By Denis Flierl on
Why did Jack ditch his F-150 so fast? He just traded it for a "unicorn" Chevy Silverado with only 57k miles! "I want to actually enjoy the truck I’m paying for," he says. Find out why this low-mileage swap was the ultimate upgrade for him.
A white 2023 Ford Maverick pickup truck shown from a front three-quarter angle, driving on a city street with motion blur and brick buildings in the background.
A Ford Maverick Hybrid Owner Says His 2025 AWD With Just 527 Miles Completely Bricked Due to a Shifter Fault, He Adds, “It Left Me Stranded in Colorado Springs and Was Too Disabled To Even Be Towed”
By Noah Washington on
A 2025 Maverick Hybrid owner is sounding the alarm after his AWD truck bricked at just 527 miles, leaving him stranded with a blinking yellow gear selector.
A Toyota RAV4 Plug-In is shown on display in a dealer showroom
The Reliability of Plug-In Hybrid-Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) Just Got Much Better - Here’s How
By John Goreham on
Imagine if all of the lowest-rated vehicles in a category were suddenly cancelled. Well, that just happened with PHEVs.
2020 Ford F-250, 2026 Toyota Tundra
“I Had Zero Issues With My Ford,” Says an F-250 Owner, But Switches to a 2026 Toyota Tundra and Immediately Regrets One Thing
By Denis Flierl on
From heavy-duty hauling to high-tech hybrid? Kelsey traded her Ford F-250 for a 2026 Toyota Tundra, and the results are surprising. Is the "legendary" reliability worth losing that diesel power and storage? Here are 14 things you need to know first.
2026 Ford Maverick Lobo
Ford Maverick Lobo Drives Off With 2026 North American Truck of the Year Honors
By Mary Conway on
Ford's street truck version of its smallest truck won for design and performance. This is the sixth year in a row that Ford has been awarded for Truck of the Year.
A 2027 Chevrolet Bolt Charges
After the “Q4 Collapse,” EVs Dropped Back to the 2022 Market Share Level In the U.S. - Analysts Urge EV Fans Not to Panic
By John Goreham on
It’s suddenly 2022 again in the EV world, with more than 94% of Americans opting not to buy an EV. Here’s why analysts say that EVs are not doomed - yet.
2025 Ford F-150 Lariat 3.5L
2025 Ford F-150 Lariat 3.5L Owner Says, “I Only Have 3K Miles On It, and If I Accelerate Hard, It Feels Like It’s Chugging, My Old 2015 F-150 EcoBoost Never Felt Like This”
By Denis Flierl on
Is the 2025 F-150 losing its edge? One owner’s new Lariat is “chugging” and hesitating at just 3K miles. "My 2015 never felt like this," he says. Is this a common 3.5L EcoBoost glitch or a major red flag? See what other owners are reporting.
2019 Ford F-150 on the tow truck
Ford F-150 Owner Says, “One Thing About Owning a New F-150 Is That You Need a Backup Vehicle So When It’s In the Shop Every Other Month, You Still Have Transportation”
By Denis Flierl on
Is your dream truck becoming a nightmare? One Ford F-150 owner warns: the best accessory for a new Ford isn’t a bed liner, it’s a backup vehicle. From shop visits to reliability rants, find out why "Built Ford Tough" is being put to the ultimate test.
Toyota Camry XSE
These Are The 5 Carmakers With The Most Recalls In 2025
By Dimitar Angelov on
Even carmakers that are typically known for reliability are ranking high on this list
Image of a Ford Raptor looking like king of the hill
Tariffs? What Tariffs? GM and Ford Finish 2025 With Strong Sales Growth and Massive Stock Value Gains
By John Goreham on
Weren’t tariffs supposed to sink America’s legacy automakers in 2025? It’s pretty hard to see the damage, looking at the stock valuations and sales results of Ford and GM.
Ford Bronco going airborne off road
Ford Bronco Sport Owner Says They’d Be All Over the Bronco EV If It Was in North America, Goes On to Say, “The Whole Vehicle Is Bigger with More Cargo”
By Chris Johnston on
Ford Bronco fans are disappointed that the much bigger Bronco EV with a range extender option is only available in China, but there are hints about its U.S. availability.
2019 Toyota Tacoma, Ford F-150 Raptor
2019 Toyota Tacoma Owner Says, “Goodbye Tacoma With 123K Miles, Hello Ford F-150 Raptor” - He Adds, “Good Memories, But I Had To Go Bigger & Better”
By Denis Flierl on
From 123,000 miles of memories to a massive power play! Why would a loyal 2019 Toyota Tacoma owner ditch his reliable rig after six years? Meet the driver who finally outgrew his "Taco" and traded up for the beastly 2024 Ford F-150 Raptor.
Ford engineer proudly displays keys of an EV he worked to design
In a Touching Personal Story, Ford Reveals How Its EVs' Infotainment Systems Are Able To Help Drivers Manage Range and Range Anxiety
By John Goreham on
We don’t normally pull our story topics from public relations marketing pieces, but we will make an exception to inform our readers on an interesting EV topic related to range management. Be prepared to become emotional.
Black 2024 Ford F-150 Platinum towing an Airstream travel trailer, front three-quarter view demonstrating luxury and hauling capability.
After the 100,000-Mile Hybrid Warranty Expired, a 2022 Ford F-150 PowerBoost Owner Says His Battery Was Found “Compromised” With Visible Burn Marks at 103,000 Miles and Quoted $5,200 to Replace It
By Noah Washington on
A 2022 Ford F-150 PowerBoost owner is facing a $5,200 "out-of-warranty" nightmare after his hybrid battery was found with visible burn marks just 3,000 miles past the 100,000-mile limit.
2025 Ford F-150 Production
Stop Shaming My V8: Why the ‘Dinosaur’ Trucks We Were Told to Kill Just Saved the American Auto Industry from an EV Disaster
By Mary Conway on
The truck sales numbers are out for 2025, and despite uncertainty about tariffs and falling demand for EVs, truck sales drove increases in sales.
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