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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.

Follow one of Torque News' Ford reporters Jimmy Dinsmore on Twitter at @driversside and send him tips for new Ford stories.

Future Mustang Racing EV By DALL-E
Ford Transforms Mustang Mach-E For Pikes Peak Hill Climb: What The Electric High Performance Mustang EV Should Have Looked Like
By Rob Enderle on
Ford has modified a Mustang Mach-E for Pikes Peak, but that is wrong headed, and that Ford should have instead used a more classic Mustang design for this race which would have benefited the lagging sales of more traditionally designed Mustangs.
very worried woman shopper looks at an extended warranty contract placed before her by a car dealer
I Just Purchased a New 2024 Toyota Prius and the Salesman Is Pressuring Me to Buy the Extended Warranty, Saying The Electronics Are Very Expensive, But I'm Unsure If This Is For Real
By John Goreham on
We paraphrase Mikey from the Car Talk Community to use this case with Toyota Prius as a perfect example of one car dealer’s most despicable high-pressure tactics. Let’s examine this closely and see what other people’s experiences can tell us. 
2022 Ford Bronco Sasquatch
Ford is Recalling Nearly 150,000 2021-2024 Bronco SUVs Because the Rear Shock Absorbers Can Fail
By Mary Conway on
The recall only involves Broncos with the Badlands and Sasquatch trims because they have different suspensions than other Bronco models.
Are Older Ford Fusions Worth a New or Rebuilt Transmission?
I Drive A 2013 Ford Fusion With About 165,000 Miles On It…Worth Repairing Or Time For A New Car? ―Here's A Car-Saving Compilation Of Social Media Advice
By Timothy Boyer on
A non-mechanic 2013 Ford Fusion owner has a transmission that slips and hesitates. A mechanic quotes her $3,500 for repair/replacement. How would you help someone with this question?
Transmission Fluid Flush, Drain, or Something In-Between Choices
Will A Transmission Flush Fix This Shuddering Ford F-150? We Hear It All The Time That Flushing The Transmission Fluid Is A Waste Of Money. Or They Say It Will Just Make It Worse. We Decided To Test It With This F-150
By Timothy Boyer on
Here is the truth about the differences between transmission flushes and transmission fluid change services and how you should decide which is the correct choice for your car or truck that includes this alternative procedure that works.
Why Your Car Loan Exceeds Your Car's Value
These Cars Depreciate So Fast They Actually Lose Half Their Value In Only 3 Years ―New Report Reveals Many Popular Models and Shows How Tesla Compares
By Timothy Boyer on
According to data from Consumer Reports and Car Edge these cars, SUVs, and trucks have the worst resale value as the ones that lose the most value in the first 3 years of ownership.
2024 Ford F-150 Lightning
Ford Is Desperate to Move Out Its F-150 Lightning, and I’m Looking at This $200-a-Month Tempting Lease. But, No! I’ll Keep My Chevy Silverado with 100K Miles
By Denis Flierl on
Have you seen the surprising deals Ford is offering on the 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning? One potential buyer, Cooper, is considering the F-150 Lightning but has second thoughts after looking at the details. Find out why he's keeping his Chevy Silverado. 
White Ford Mustang GT350
50,000 Miles In, I'm Completely Torn Over Doing a Centri and Keeping The Boost Low on My Shelby GT350, and Don't Know How The GT350 Does After 75,000 Miles
By Noah Washington on
At 50,000 miles, a Shelby GT350 owner faces the ultimate wrench twist.
Car Company Graveyard Rendered By DALL-E
Why 2025 May Be A Really Bad Year To Buy Or Sell Cars: The End Of Most Automotive Companies Is Approaching
By Rob Enderle on
The Car market is a mess in 2025 suggesting a number of companies may be gone by the end of the decade. It would be wise to avoid buying a new car until it has settled again, likely after 2027 but before 2030, so you don’t regret the purchase.
Image of 2025 Ford Maverick Hybrid AWD towing courtesy of Ford
After owning a Tesla Model Y, I Never Thought I’d Own a Ford Maverick Hybrid or Toyota Land Cruiser Hybrid, but I do. Here’s Why
By John Goreham on
Our title paraphrases online content creator Jake of Jakes’ Hobbies. He has now purchased multiple hybrids after owning a Tesla Model Y. Let’s look at why he has moved in this direction. 
Chip Foose F150 Charity Truck
RealTruck and Chip Foose Custom F-150 for Charity Auction
By Peter Neilson on
Chip Foose & RealTruck unveil a custom F-150 at SEMA. Auction proceeds benefit Progeria Research Foundation.
One Sad Tesla Rendered By DALL-E
In A Recent EV Range Test For Accuracy While Telsa Tied For First In Overall Range It Came In 21st In Range Accuracy Which Is A Huge Problem If You Don’t Like Being Stuck
By Rob Enderle on
Out of 24 cars tested for range and accuracy Tesla came in 21st while Polestar Came in 1st and, ironically, both led the field with real world range.
2024 Ford F-150
I Just Looked At An $85K 2024 Ford F-150 Platinum, Everything Is Plastic, and It Doesn’t Even Have a V8, It’s a V6 Hybrid, I Might Buy a RAM Instead
By Denis Flierl on
Should you buy a Ford F-150 or a RAM truck? It depends on if you are a Ford or a RAM fan. Thomas checked out the Ford F-150 Platinum and isn't impressed with its engine or interior. After you read this, will Ford fans run to buy a RAM pickup instead?
Ford Mustang RTR
Ford is Growing its Mustang Brand With Another Performance Model - See the New RTR
By Mary Conway on
For the second in history, Ford will sell a Mustang that was created with the help of an outside company. The new Mustang is performance based, but keeps the EcoBoost engine.
Image of full-sze spare in Ford Bronco Sport Badlands by John Goreham
Ford Bronco Sport Loses Standard Spare Tire, But Gains Another Reason to Choose Badlands Trim
By John Goreham on
The standard spare tire is gone from most trims of the Ford Bronco Sport SUV. Here are some details on tire options for this off-road-focused SUV.
2025 Ford Mustang GTD Spirit of America
Ford Reveals Special Edition 2025 Mustang GTD
By Mary Conway on
The special edition of Ford's fastest Mustang is called the 2025 Mustang GTD Spirit of America. It was revealed just in time to wow the crowds at the Detroit Auto Show.
Ford Ranger Wins 2025 North American Truck of the Year
Ford has a lot to celebrate as the 2025 Detroit Auto Show kicks off with the NACTOY awards
By Mary Conway on
Ford Ranger battled the 2025 Ram 1500 and the 2025 Toyota Tacoma for the prestigious award.
2024 Ford Bronco
My 2024 Ford Bronco With 600 Miles On It Died In Rural Arkansas With My Fiancé Driving, I Was a Big Ford Fan, But Not Any Longer
By Denis Flierl on
Zack bought a 2024 Ford Bronco for his fiancé, thinking he was giving her the car of her dreams. It turned out to be a complete nightmare. The Bronco died with only 600 miles in, going from bad to worse. Here are Zack and Charlene's unbelievable story.  
2021 Ford Super Duty Truck Recall
Ford is Recalling Nearly 300,000 of its F-Series Super Duty Trucks Because the Fuel Pumps Might Fail
By Mary Conway on
The recall does not affect the popular Ford F-150, but 295,000 of the Super Duty diesel versions.
Used Car Owners Rebuilding Their Daily Drivers
Vehicles Are Keeping Us Poor. People Buy 60, 70, 80K Cars That They Can't Even Afford. A Car Like This, However, Even If It Lasts 2-3 Years It Will Save You Tons of Money —Turning a $400 Junkyard Car into a Daily Driver
By Timothy Boyer on
The new owner of a used car shows that a vehicle destined for the scrapyard can be affordably restored as a money-saving daily driver anyone would be proud to own.
2024 Ford Escape
My 2024 Ford Escape Only Has 12,000 Miles and My Temperature Warning Light Stays On, Now Ford Says There Are Metal Shavings In the Engine
By Denis Flierl on
Does Ford have a problem with the 2024 Escape? Here is a warning from an owner who says his temperature light stays on constantly, and he's afraid the engine may overheat. A tech working on the new Escape says there are metal shavings in the engine. 
Image of AAA technician changing battery by John Goreham
Help! I Think My Car's Battery Is Defective
By John Goreham on
Every New Vehicle Owner Thinks They Got a Defective Battery. Battery failures are relatively common in new vehicles, and social media gives owners with failed batteries a place to vent.
Image of F-150 Hybrid towing courtesy of Ford
Ford’s Hybrid Pickups Outsold The Entire Battery-Electric Pickup Segment In 2024
By John Goreham on
Ford has just shared its U.S. deliveries for 2024, and the interesting news is that its hybrid pickup trucks have outsold the combined deliveries of Rivian, Tesla, GM, and Ford’s own Lightning.
Image of Rivian R1T by John Goreham
The Least Reliable Vehicles List Includes Many Electric Models, Busting the Myth of Superior EV Reliability
By John Goreham on
In its latest ranking, the nation’s leading expert on vehicle reliability busts the myth that EVs are more reliable than conventional vehicles. 
Ford Claims Title of Best-Selling Truck
Ford F-Series Claims Title of Best-Selling Truck for 48th Year
By Mary Conway on
Ford is claiming the crown of top-selling truck for 2024. It is a huge badge of honor to have the top selling vehicles in the hotly-contested race.

Ford F-150 Lightning
Ford is Recalling 12,000 2023 and 2024 F-150 Lightning BEV Trucks Because They Can Potentially Lose Their Steering
By Mary Conway on
A manufacturing mistake can possibly lead to a loss of steering on Ford's popular F-150 EV truck.
My 2023 Ford F-150's Lease Purchase Option Is $47K, but the Truck’s Trade-In Value Is $39K And It Absolutely Blows My Mind
My 2023 Ford F-150's Lease Purchase Option Is $47K, but the Truck’s Trade-In Value Is $39K And It Absolutely Blows My Mind
By Armen Hareyan on
How did a Ford employee end up $24,000 underwater on his leased F-150 Powerboost—and what can you learn to avoid the same fate?
2024 Ford F-150 Raptor R
Ford Dealer Says “My Ford Raptor R Customers Always Want Me to Remove the $1,800 Graphics, But I Would Keep Them On”
By Denis Flierl on
If you bought a 2024 Ford Raptor R with graphics on the hood, side, and back of the truck, would you keep them or want them removed? What if it saved you $1,800 off the MSRP? A Ford dealer says his customers always want them to be removed. What about you?
Edsel Vs. Cybertruck In the Coliseum With The Audience Given Both Thumbs Down Rendered By Gemini
The Tesla Cybertruck Is The New Edsel Given The Dislike For This Very Different Pickup Is Off The Charts Though The Vast Majority Who Own Them Do Love Them
By Rob Enderle on
The Tesla Cybertruck and Ford Edsel have a lot in common in terms of innovation, poor reliability, making fun of the owners, and yet most of those owners love their cars. We just don’t like change.
Avoid Popular Full Sized Truck Problems With These Recommended Models
Full-Sized Pickup Trucks From Detroit Haven't Proved To Be The Most Reliable Among Used Vehicles ―Here Are The Most Reliable Pickup Trucks to Buy Used Instead, Say These Experts
By Timothy Boyer on
Consumer Reports Say That These Are the Used Trucks You Really Want to Buy When It Comes to Reliability
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