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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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The Ford F-150 Finally Ditched Its Most Annoying Title

By Denis Flierl on May 26, 2024 - 8:17AM

The Ford F-150 pickup is the best-selling vehicle in America. It has also held another troubling title—but it just lost it.

Consumer Reports New Car Memeorial Day Sale Recommendations

Best New Car Deals for Memorial Day Spotlighted by Consumer Reports

By Timothy Boyer on May 24, 2024 - 5:45PM

Here are the latest best new car deals for this Memorial Day Holiday that car shoppers need to know about on the 2024 models offered right now that come with money saving incentives that make these some incredibly attractive models for smart shoppers.

Image of Nissan Ariya fast charging by John Goreham

Busting the Myth That an EV Can Be Meaningfully DC Fast Charged While Using a Bathroom or Grabbing Lunch

By John Goreham on May 22, 2024 - 2:23PM

With New Updates! - We test the theory that DC fast charging an electric vehicle is as quick and easy as gassing up a conventional car - Busting the “Bathroom break” EV charging myth.

Avoid These 2 Ford F-150 And Maverick Trims Or You’ll Pay Way Over MSRP

By Denis Flierl on May 19, 2024 - 8:27AM

There may be good truck deals right now, but the 2024 Ford F-150 Hybrid is not one of them. According to new reports, it's the worst truck deal right now. See how much over MSRP you'll pay to get one. Ford has two on the list. Truck shoppers beware.

Ford Now Has 5 Vehicles With The Most Safety Recalls, The F-150 Is On The Top 20 List

By Denis Flierl on May 15, 2024 - 9:07AM

The Ford F-150 is America's top-selling vehicle but is also among the most recalled vehicles. Check out Ford's other four models that make the 25 most recalled models list.

New Haynes DIY Manuals Covers More Car Models

DIY Car Repairs Just Made Easier for These Car and Truck Owners

By Timothy Boyer on May 14, 2024 - 12:56AM

Haynes recently added an expanded offering of their all-new “Haynes DIY” manual line to include these additional models many car and truck owners will want for either repairs or repair questions.

The Quiet Interior of The 2024 Ford Bronco Sport Helped Me and My Son To Bond Together and Catch Up During The Trip

By Mary Conway on May 12, 2024 - 9:21PM

A father and son take us along as they make the seven hour drive between the Denver metro area to the Texas panhandle in a brand-new Ford Bronco Sport.

The Best SUVs For Camping, KBB Says For New Go Subaru Outback, Used It’s Forester

By Denis Flierl on May 9, 2024 - 6:40AM

Which are the best new and used SUVs for camping this summer? Check out the nine best from KBB, and I'll explain why the Subaru Outback and Forester models should be on your list.

Used Car Sellers Beware, This Latest Scam Targets You

By Denis Flierl on May 7, 2024 - 9:27AM

A new scam is targeting private-party used car sellers. To avoid being scammed, check out the details here.

The Best Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid SUVs Recommended

Best Hybrid SUVs That Cost $35,000 to $45,000

By Timothy Boyer on May 4, 2024 - 9:02AM

Here is what Consumer Reports analysts have to say about which Hybrid SUVs are the proven best within a price range of $35,000 to $45,000 right now!

The 10 Least Reliable Car Brands And The Ones To Avoid Most

By Denis Flierl on May 1, 2024 - 9:59AM

What are the least reliable car brands for 2024? According to Consumer Reports, Stellantis brands and luxury automakers dominate the list. Check out the ten worst automakers in terms of reliability. Should you avoid them?

The 10 Slowest Selling New Cars, How To Easily Outwit Dealers On One Of These Models Now

By Denis Flierl on April 29, 2024 - 12:25PM

Find out which new cars are slowest-selling and why now is the best time for you to negotiate the best deal with a new car dealer. Don't leave money on the table.

Image of Ford Bronco Sport Badlands and Toyota Venza Limited by John Goreham

Contrast Story: Ford Bronco Sport vs. Toyota Venza - Which Way With 46K?

By John Goreham on April 29, 2024 - 10:47AM

We contrast two top-trim crossover SUVs with the same price. The Ford Bronco Sport Badlands and the Toyota Venza Limited. Which is your cup of tea?

New Repair Manuals Focused on Ford Repairs

Used Ford Truck Models You Can Fix and Save Money

By Timothy Boyer on April 29, 2024 - 10:31AM

Looking for a way to save money with an older model Ford Truck? Here is a list of models you can work on solving many problems yourself with this one useful new resource.

Gray 2023 Kia Niro EV exterior and interior

Things Are Confusing For Non Tesla Drivers That Want To Use Superchargers

By Justin Hart on April 27, 2024 - 2:01PM

If you own an electric vehicle (EV) that isn’t a Tesla, you may know it is now possible to use Tesla Superchargers (in some cases for some EVs). But how and where is changing over time and it can be confusing depending on which EV you drive.

The Best Car Manual Today for Your Ford Car or Truck

The New Ford DIY Repair Manual Every Ford Owner Should Have

By Timothy Boyer on April 27, 2024 - 8:41AM

A popular traditional car and truck repair manual publication has recently focused on individual model manuals for a wide range of Ford cars and trucks that is vastly improved, finds this DIY automotive writer.

Consumer Reports Identifies Cars With Paint Peeling History

Used Cars Most Likely to Have Paint Problems―It Happened to Me

By Timothy Boyer on April 26, 2024 - 2:13PM

Consumer Reports' customer survey yields this list of models known for frequent problems with bubbles, peeling, and flaking of their OEM body paint. Plus, the best way to prevent paint damage from spreading.

Do You Like The Performance Car Exhaust Rumble? Then Don’t Read This

By Denis Flierl on April 26, 2024 - 12:55PM

Why aren’t more people talking about one electric vehicle benefit that will affect everyone regardless of what vehicle they drive or if they even drive a car? It's noise pollution. Here is why I love quiet EVs.

Image of Ford Bronco Sport by John Goreham

Ford’s Bronco Sport Earns Remarkable Ownership Approval Rating

By John Goreham on April 23, 2024 - 9:23AM

We combine our own polling data with that of other sources and explain why the Ford Bronco Sport has developed such a loyal ownership base.

Image of Ford Maverick Hybrid by John Goreham

Ford's Wise Move to Hybridize Trucks Pays off

By John Goreham on April 22, 2024 - 3:27PM

Ford is one of few automakers who stuck to hybrids once the EV mandates began in earnest. That has now started to pay off for the company.

Latest Review of Car Batteries Based on Performance and Price

Best Car Batteries for the Money in 2024

By Timothy Boyer on April 12, 2024 - 10:20AM

Here are the best 2024 car batteries for the money recently rated by Consumer Reports and what you need to know before buying a new car battery and making it last its longest.

Ford Dark Horse Edition Of the 7th Gen Mustang

To Honor Ford Mustang’s 7th Generation, the Automaker Gives It A Special Logo

By Marc Stern on March 27, 2024 - 9:53PM

The 60th edition of the Ford Mustang is a special model and so the automaker has given it its own special color logo.

Interior of New Electric Explorer like the wone that went around the world

Youngest Traveler Takes Ford Explorer Around The World In Six Months

By Marc Stern on March 26, 2024 - 9:34PM

Driving a new Ford Explorer, Lexie Alford Sets the Record As the Youngest Driver To Circle a Globe in EV as she covers 30,000 km in six months.

Least Reliable Cars That Won't Even Last 60,000 Miles

By Timothy Boyer on March 26, 2024 - 2:35PM

Ten 2024 models that will not reach anywhere near the 200,000 miles or more car owners expect from their cars today. Plus, the 10 most reliable 2024 models.

Ford Ranger Raptor Waits To Run Off-Road

Ford Ranger Raptor Assault School Trains Owners Of New Ranger Raptors In Off-Roading

By Marc Stern on March 25, 2024 - 9:16PM

Ford has found that properly training its Ranger Raptor owners will help them learn to appreciate their new vehicles.

IIHS Warning, The 7 Cars Failing Its New Automated Driving Test

By Denis Flierl on March 23, 2024 - 11:09AM

The IIHS reported that eleven new cars were rated "Poor" in its new partial driving automation system testing. See which seven vehicles are the worst.

Ford Raptor Churns Up A Dust Cloud Offroad

Ford Reviewers Rave About Newest Ranger Raptor As Ford Finally Fills Out The Lineup

By Marc Stern on March 22, 2024 - 9:22PM

Since it first appeared some years ago, Ford's Ranger Raptor has drawn critical acclaim in every U.S. market. No one could answer why, but the waiting is over here, too. And the reviews have been great.

White Honda Prologue EV, Blue Kia EV9, gray Kia Sportage PHEV, white Chevy Blazer EV and gray Lexus TX PHEV

Decisions, Decisions: Fully Electric Vehicles Vs. Plug-in Hybrids For A One Car Household

By Justin Hart on March 22, 2024 - 2:11PM

The other day my neighbor tells me he is thinking about replacing his 2 gas powered vehicles with one electric vehicle (EV). But there’s a catch: he works from home, rarely drives long distances, and isn’t that sure about what the future holds, per se.

Ford Bronco Adds To Automaker's KBB Dominance

Ford Bronco Continues Year’s Dominance in KBB Best Resale Value Awards

By Marc Stern on March 21, 2024 - 9:53PM

Ford Continues Its Dominance With KBB Model Value Awards Remaining High.

Ford looks at competition to its key models

Is Ford Making The Right Model Moves In The Face Of Chinese, Domestic Competition?

By Marc Stern on March 19, 2024 - 9:47PM

Ford looks to Tesla as its chief competitor after studying Chinese models. Is Ford making the right moves?

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