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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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Ford Skunkworks In Operation
Ford's Skunkworks: A Secret Weapon in the EV War with China - Ford Finds a Better Path Forward
By Rob Enderle on
To counter the existential threat of China's dominant and low-cost electric vehicles, Ford's CEO Jim Farley has initiated a secret "skunkworks" project, leveraging a small, agile team to rapidly develop an affordable EV platform.
Jon Galland and a Ford F-150 Lightning
Ford Dealer Says, "If You Ever Need To Replace Your Ford Mustang or F-150 Lightning EV Battery Pack, Get Ready To Take a $25K to $40K Hit"
By Denis Flierl on
What happens when a Mustang Mach-E or F-150 Lightning battery has to be replaced? A Ford dealer gives insight into the EV repairs. First, it's costly, and second, they are not easy for the Ford dealers to work on. Check out the learning curve.
Ford F-150 Lightning
Ford Promising Major EV Update - New EV Platform to Battle Cheap Chinese EVs
By Mary Conway on
Ford is changing strategies to offset the cost of tariffs and falling EV demand. How the automaker will use a strategy instituted by former CEO Alan Mulally to drive change.
White 2025 Ford F-150 Lightning electric pickup truck driving on highway with mountain landscape in background
I Drove My 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning 4,536 Miles Through Pacific Northwest And Canada With My Family Of Five, Completed 25 Fast Charges And Averaged 2.0 Miles Per kWh
By Noah Washington on
A 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning, five people, and 4,536 miles. This Lightning owner just proved EVs could conquer epic road trips through the Pacific Northwest and Canada, averaging 2.0 miles per kWh.
2023 Ford Bronco Sport
Ford's Huge Bronco Sport Recall Put a Major Dent in What Could Have Been Record Profits
By Mary Conway on
Ford earned a record of $50.2 billion in the second quarter of 2025 but actually posted a loss because of recalls, tariffs and canceled production.
A gleaming, bright blue Ford Mustang Mach-E parked on a driveway, surrounded by lush green foliage. The car's modern design conveys a sense of innovation.
I Traded In My BMW X5 M for a Ford Mustang Mach-E and It Was Quite the Downgrade, I Think Ford Gave Up When It Came to the Rear Design
By Aram Krajekian on
Trading a BMW X5 M for a Mach-E isn’t something you hear about every day. But when this new owner called the rear design “ugly,” it sparked a conversation that went deeper than just looks.
Jay Leno and Jim Farley with 2025 Mustang GTD
Why Auto Expert Jay Leno Says the 2025 Mustang GTD Can Challenge Porsche
By Mary Conway on
Jay Leno puts his new 2025 Mustang GTD to the test while the CEO of Ford looks on.
Jturkish’s Ford F-150 Lighting and camper trailer at campsite
Took The Ford F-150 Lightning Out Camping This Weekend, and It’s Hands Down The Best Tow Rig I Have Ever Owned
By Chris Johnston on
Adding weight and wind resistance have some surprising results on the Chevy Silverado EV and Ford F-150 Lightning’s towing and hauling range.
Dark Gray 2025 Ford F-150 Lightning electric truck, front-facing view with rugged mountain landscape background
I Took My 2023 F-150 Lightning 400 Miles Round Trip, And It Cost The Same As Gas, But Added 103 Minutes Because Of Charging Time
By Noah Washington on
He took his 2023 F-150 Lightning 400 miles, and the cost was identical to gas, but the trip gained 103 unexpected minutes. Is EV long-distance travel truly practical?
Vehicles Scrapped for Lack of Parts Problem
My 2014 Ford Explorer Is Obsolete, Dealer Says They Don't Support It Anymore. Are We Just to Expect That Cars Now Have a 10-Year Lifespan? ― Where I Find the Most Useful Resource With OEM Part Availability Problems
By Timothy Boyer on
Ford Explorer owner reports dealership will not bother themselves with his vehicle due to a parts availability problem. Plus, two unusual places where I go for parts that yielded some surprising results.
2025 Ford Explorer ST in blue-gray, driving on mountain highway with autumn forest blurred in background
I Tracked CO2 Levels In My 2025 Ford Explorer ST And Discovered They Skyrocketed When Using A/C, Even With The Fresh Air Setting Selected
By Noah Washington on
He measured the air in his 2025 Ford Explorer ST and was stunned… the A/C's "fresh air" setting was a lie, causing CO2 levels to skyrocket within minutes and raising serious questions about cabin air quality.
2018 Ford F-150
Ford F-150 Owner Who Ran Down Church Shooter with His Truck Says, "While I Talked with 911, I Realized There Was No Time, It Just Kind of Happened”
By Denis Flierl on
The owner of a 2018 Ford F-150 was just given a new 2025 Ford F-150 worth $70,000. It's all because he ran down a church shooter as he was driving to attend services. He was running late, and it was a bizarre scene, but what he did was extraordinary. 
White Ford Mustang Mach-E electric SUV driving on gravel road with autumn forest background
Ford Service Tech Was Confused When I Drove My Ford Mustang Mach-E Home Without The Key Fob 'How Were You Able To Drive Without The Key?', I Had To Explain Ford's Own Technology To Their Dealership
By Noah Washington on
The Ford Mustang Mach-E's Phone As A Key is a core feature, yet one owner found himself explaining it to a bewildered Ford service technician who couldn't fathom how the car drove away without the fob.
I Miss the Raw Power, Went From 2500HD Duramax To F-150 Supercrew to Tundra And Now 2023 Toyota Tacoma, But Have No Regrets After Downsizing
I Miss the Raw Power, Went From 2500HD Duramax To F-150 Supercrew to Tundra And Now 2023 Toyota Tacoma, But Have No Regrets After Downsizing
By Armen Hareyan on
I gave up the raw, unlikeable power of my Duramax and F-150 for a 2023 Tacoma, and what I discovered about downsizing trucks was completely unexpected.
Gray Mazda SUV driving on multi-lane highway during overcast day, viewed from behind and side angles
My 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium Was Rear-Ended Last Week, But Here’s the Aftermath to Show How Sturdy These Cars Really Are
By Aram Krajekian on
Although it wasn’t a major crash, what happened after this Mustang Mach-E got rear-ended proves just how well Ford built this EV. Sometimes, the real test isn’t performance, but how quickly you walk away without any damage.
2022 Ford Bronco Sasquatch
Ford's Massive Recall of 850,000 Vehicles is a Setback to its Improved Quality Rating
By Mary Conway on
Ford just made huge strides in its J.D Power Initial Quality Study. Why Ford says this recall is a step forward.
Why Ford's Lean EV Strategy Could Cost More Than It Saves, But GM's Bold Bet Might Win The Race
Everyone Thinks Ford Is Leading the EV Revolution, but With Just Three Models and Slowing Sales, GM’s 13-EV Lineup Might Be Quietly Taking The Lead
By Armen Hareyan on
You might think Ford is leading the EV race, but Ford's unexpected slowdown and GM's aggressive expansion reveal a surprising shift that’s quietly rewriting the rules of who is really ahead.
DIY Advice Needed for Car Repair
Did My Own Tune-Up, Then This Happened — Any Advice? 2006 Ford Fusion V6 With a Little Over 164K Miles
By Timothy Boyer on
What this car owner did wrong, did right, and should do to repair his Ford Fusion correctly. Additionally, your help is needed to determine if he is receiving incorrect advice from some DIY car owners.
Tesla's Turmoil and Ford’s Deep Discounts Signal a Day of High Drama in the Auto Industry
Tesla's Turmoil and Ford’s Deep Discounts Signal a Day of High Drama in the Auto Industry
By Armen Hareyan on
From Tesla’s investor unrest to Lincoln’s recall chaos and China’s EV boom, the automotive industry is buzzing with drama today. Buckle up for a wild ride through the latest news shaking up the roads on July 10, 2025.
High-mileage vehicle dashboard showing tire pressure monitoring with car silhouette at 250,000 miles, dark background
250,000 Miles In, My Ford Mustang Mach-E Is Probably The Best Car Decision I Have Made Without Spending a Single Penny on Repairs, Except One Hiccup Related To My Phone
By Aram Krajekian on
It’s not every day you see an EV, let alone any car, cross 250,000 miles without a single repair bill. What this Mustang Mach-E owner revealed might just change how you see electric vehicles.
Candy apple red Ford Mustang Mach-E electric SUV parked on stone pavement near neoclassical architecture
My 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E Just Hit 250,000 Miles, Zero Repair Costs, Only Five Sets of Tires, Three Sets of Wipers, I’ve Saved Thousands Compared To A Gas Powered Vehicle
By Noah Washington on
Think EVs are expensive? This Mustang Mach-E just hit a quarter-million miles with virtually no maintenance costs, showcasing the incredible long-term savings of electric ownership.
Black Chevy Silverado and Ford F-150 Lightning electric trucks parked side-by-side on asphalt lot with trees and blue sky background
I've Driven Both The Chevy Silverado EV And Ford F-150 Lightning, Ford's Build Quality And Frunk Design Shows Why I Chose The Blue Oval
By Noah Washington on
It's not just about range! After driving both the Chevy Silverado EV and Ford F-150 Lightning, one owner reveals how Ford's build quality and practical frunk design make it the true workhorse of electric trucks.
2025 Ford F-150
Ford Dealer Says, “The Ford F-150 Auto Stop-Start Is Killing Your Engine,” Then He Reveals Why and Shows You How To Disable It
By Denis Flierl on
A Ford dealer owner says that the Ford F-150's auto-stop-start technology is damaging your engine. He explains what is going on and then proceeds to show F-150 pickup owners how to turn off the annoying system. Does it annoy you? Here's how to disable it.
2025 F-150
Ford is on a Roll, Quality is Driving the Momentum
By Mary Conway on
Very positive news is coming out of Ford Motor these days. The company's employee pricing in the second quarter drove big sales increases. Now, quality is driving their momentum.
White Ford Mustang Mach-E electric SUV parked on urban rooftop with historic brick buildings in background
My Ford Mustang Mach-E Costs 14 Cents Per Mile, While My Ford Maverick Runs At 10 Cents,The Numbers Make My Next Road Trip Car An Easy Choice
By Noah Washington on
Forget what you thought you knew about EV savings. His Ford Mustang Mach-E hit 14 cents per mile on a road trip, proving his humble Ford Maverick was the cheaper choice at 10 cents, and the numbers don't lie.
The Present Is Hybrid And Here Ford And Hyundai Take The Lead
Q2 Financial Results Showcase That While The Future May Be Electric The Present Is Hybrid And Here Ford And Hyundai Take The Lead
By Rob Enderle on
The future of the automobile is electric, but the present is looking decidedly hybrid.
Blue Ford F-150 Lightning electric truck driving on mountain highway with rugged terrain backdrop
I Made The Same 800-Mile EV Road Trip Twice, My Ford F-150 Lightning Took An Extra 1.5 Hours Charging On The Return Trip, Electrify America's Heat Throttling Made All The Difference
By Noah Washington on
She made the same 800-mile trip twice in her Ford F-150 Lightning, but a shocking 1.5-hour increase in charging time on the return proved how Electrify America's heat throttling can derail an EV road trip.
Dealer's Diagnositcs Didn't Fix My Ford F-150's Crappy MPG, But This Week Doing The Brakes I Found The Real Cause And Used a Torch To Remove The Caliper Guide Pin
Dealer's Diagnositcs Didn't Fix My Ford F-150's Crappy MPG, But This Week Doing The Brakes I Found The Real Cause And Used a Torch To Remove The Caliper Guide Pin
By Armen Hareyan on
An unlikeable fuel economy mystery in this Ford F-150 took an unexpected twist when a seized brake pin and a torch revealed the real culprit hiding in plain sight.
A white Ford F-150 Lightning truck parked in front of a modern building, showcasing its sleek design and prominent grille.
I Test Drove Both the F-150 Lightning Flash and Silverado EV LT, Ford Won My $70K Despite Chevy's Superior Range and Charging
By Noah Washington on
Forget the spec sheets, the true test of an electric truck is on the road. After driving both, one buyer explains why the Ford F-150 Lightning Flash felt like the right choice, even as the Silverado EV LT boasted bigger numbers.
2026 Ford Mustang Fox Body
Ford Goes Retro for One 2026 Mustang Design
By Mary Conway on
Every where you look right now, you are seeing a number of "throwback" items like bell bottoms, crochet and space age furniture. A new Mustang design joins the retro trend.
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