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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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Despite What Anti-AM Radio Folks Say, There Really Is A Place for AM Radio In EVs

By Marc Stern on June 15, 2023 - 7:01PM

Lately, there has been a controversy over whether AM radio should continue in the standard equipment of an EV. Ford, at first, said no, and later pulled back. But, a subsidiary said that AM radio has no place in the modern EV/ However, an analysis from a technical journal by two radio engineers throws cold water on many aspects of the controversy.

Cat Security™ unveils new converter shield for 2007-2023 Navigator and Expedition

Unleashing the Power of Protection: Cat Security™ Introduces New Shield for Navigator and Expedition

By Peter Neilson on June 15, 2023 - 12:26PM

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 June 11, 2023 - 1:19PM

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.

Chevy Bolt, Ford Mach-E, and Tesla Model Y EVs

With Ford And GM Adopting Tesla's NACS, Other Fast Charging Standards Are Doomed

By Justin Hart on June 9, 2023 - 7:56PM

With the recent news that both Ford and GM have elected to adopt Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) for fast, 400V or level 3, electric vehicle (EV) charging, the effort to electrify the American auto fleet has reached a turning point. I think NACS has won the fight and the other fast charging standards will be phased out.

Dark silver 2024 Ford Range mid-sized pick up truck

Ford Plans To Bring Ranger Plug-In Hybrid Pickup To Market, Soon

By Justin Hart on June 9, 2023 - 3:35AM

Ford may be planning to bring an all new plug-in hybrid (PHEV) vehicle to the US market by sometime next year, following or perhaps prior to its release in Australia. That vehicle would be the Ford Ranger PHEV, a category of electrified vehicle that presently has no models on sale in the US market which means Ford would have the market to itself, if it decides to sell it here.

Ford Drops Opposition to AM Auto Radio, But Subsidiary Keeps Ball Rolling

By Marc Stern on June 6, 2023 - 5:34PM

Though Ford's president and CEO Jim Farley dropped his opposition to continuing AM auto radio, a partner of the automaker has continued its opposition to AM radio even though lawmakers are moving to keep it.

Falken WildPeak A/T Tires Save Contractor Time and Money

By John Goreham on June 6, 2023 - 10:22AM

Here is an account of a heating, ventilation, and cooling contractor who solved a problem by switching to Falken WildPeak all-terrain tires.

Image of Kia EV6 GT CCS charging port by John Goreham

13 Years Into the Modern Age of EVs America Is No Closer To A Charging Standard

By John Goreham on May 31, 2023 - 3:54PM

There are presently three ways to fast-charge an EV, and two ways to Level 2 charge. Incredibly, America is moving farther from a single charging standard, not closer.

Ford EcoBoost Engine Oil Breakdown Problem

By Timothy Boyer on May 30, 2023 - 10:02PM

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!

Ford’s New EV Supercharger Network Wide Open During Memorial Day Weekend

By John Goreham on May 30, 2023 - 2:26PM

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.

Ford Expands Mobile Service Program Allowing More Options For Vehicle Service

By Marc Stern on May 30, 2023 - 1:48PM

When an automaker launches a unique service such as mobile repair servicing, the dealer -- and the manufacturer, for that matter, never knows whether it will be successful. The best way to launch this service is to see what happens gradually. Well, Ford has done that and it is proving to be a success.

Ford F-Series Super Duty Hauls Fifth-Wheel Trailer

‘Tough-Tested’ Ford Super Duty Line Now Shipping To Customers

By Marc Stern on May 29, 2023 - 2:43PM

With lots of flourishes last week, Ford announced that the 2023 Ford Super Duty line has begun shipping to customers. The flourishes come from the new F-Series Super Duty models shipping from the recently renovated Kentucky Assembly Plant, where the heavy-duty pickups are assembled.

Ford, Tesla Pact Bolsters Number Of Fast-Chargers Available To Blue Oval EV Owners

By Marc Stern on May 26, 2023 - 5:11PM

Ford and Tesla have agreed to a pact allowing Blue Oval customers access to 12,000 Superchargers on the Tesla Supercharging network. Ford has welcomed the agreement as providing more security for its EV owners.

Red Ford F-150 Lighting EV pickup and blue Chevy Silverado EV pickup

I Am Not The Only One Doubting GM and Ford's EV Goals

By Justin Hart on May 24, 2023 - 4:18AM

Both GM and Ford have publicly stated they are out to take the lead in moving the world off of fossil fuels and on to an electric vehicle (EV) future. Both have set their sights on beating Tesla, the currently dominant EV brand more or less in every major world auto market. I have been skeptical of their stances and strategy all along. Now, I’ve found some other analysts that agree.

Integrated Charging Network Effort Starts

Ford Joins U.S. Effort At Creating EV Charging Consortium

By Marc Stern on May 19, 2023 - 3:18PM

Following earlier attempts at creating or accessing EV charging networks, Ford has joined the latest effort aimed at creating a national EV charging experience.

Airbag Inflator Recall Is The Safety Campaign That Won’t Go Away

By Marc Stern on May 14, 2023 - 4:32PM

We've all heard about "gifts that keep giving" in response to holiday ads like those for today's Mother's Day. Well, how about a slight change: "gifts that won't go away" regarding the auto airbag recall that was launched nearly 20 years ago and continues today.

Ford Ranger Raptor Finally Reaches The U.S. Market

At Long Last, Ford Plans To Bring Ranger Raptor To The U.S. Market

By Marc Stern on May 12, 2023 - 4:27PM

It has taken years and many calls from Ford Ranger enthusiasts to bring a new version of the Ranger, the Raptor, from overseas. The powerful Ranger Raptor has been available overseas for years and enthusiasts have waged battles to get it here.

232K 2004-2006 Ford Ranger Pickups Recalled Again As Part Of Takata Recall

By Marc Stern on May 8, 2023 - 3:48PM

In another of the many continuing chapters of the Takata airbag recall and scandal, Ford has announced it is recalling 232,000 2004-2006 Ranger pickups to replace improperly installed front airbag inflators.

Ford Hopes To Make F-150 Lightning Strike Again

By Marc Stern on May 5, 2023 - 6:24PM

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.

Ford To Reopen Order Banks For Mustang Mach-E

By Marc Stern on May 2, 2023 - 3:06PM

After a long and anticipated time, Ford will reopen the order banks for its hugely popular electric vehicle, the Mustang Mach-E.

Ford Takes Many Honors in This Year’s Vincentric Fleet Awards

By Marc Stern on April 28, 2023 - 7:14PM

In another win for the Blue Oval, Ford's new Maverick compact hybrid pickup, the Maverick, as well as its commercial electric and standard vans like the Transit Connect, the Transit, and E-Transit, have won major awards from Vincentric.

Kia Niro, Ford Mustang Mach-E, Chevy Bolt, Hyundai Kona EVs

Kia And Hyundai Are Losing EV Market Share In The US As GM Sales Rise

By Justin Hart on April 28, 2023 - 1:44PM

A year or so ago, the competitive landscape for electric vehicles (EVs) in the US auto market looked a little different than it does now. This was before the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) revised which plug-in electric vehicles are subsidized by the US federal government. The key brands leading rapidly increasing EV sales have shifted somewhat in the months since, and the top 3 sellers in the US are now: Tesla, General Motors (GM) and Hyundai (if my estimate for Kona EV sales is accurate).

Norway Excitedly Waits For The Ford F-150 Lightning

Ford Lightning Goes Global As The Automaker Offers The Electric Pickup In Norway

By Marc Stern on April 27, 2023 - 7:00PM

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.

Ford Lightning Has Top Driving App Capability

Ford, GM Top CR List of Best Driving Apps; Tesla Loses Ground

By Marc Stern on April 26, 2023 - 7:45PM

Ford and General Motors have topped Consumer Reports' (CR) list of top driving apps while Tesla has dropped substantially.

Ford’s Mustang Remains Combined Sports Car Leader For 10th Year

By Marc Stern on April 17, 2023 - 3:48PM

For the 10th year, Ford's Mustang, the sole car still produced by the automaker, has been the leading sports car seller.

2024 Mustang To Pace Seven Major NASCAR Races

By Marc Stern on April 14, 2023 - 3:11PM

In a tradition that goes back over 90 years, Ford will take its 2024 Mustang to the Martinsville Speedway, where the new model will pace three major events during the weekend. It is the first of seven high-speed NASCAR races this year where the Mustang will serve as the pace car.

One Reason Why That Ford is Running Rough

Simple Check for a Rough Running Ford F-150

By Timothy Boyer on April 14, 2023 - 10:21AM

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.

Authorities Bust Major Catalyst Theft Ring Spanning The Country

By Marc Stern on April 13, 2023 - 3:28PM

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.

2023 Electric Explorer which will be made at Oakville

Ford Retools Oakville Assembly Complex To Produce Next-Gen Passenger EVs

By Marc Stern on April 11, 2023 - 3:07PM

As Ford winds down production and begins the switchover at its Oakville, Ontario plant, Ford leaders and Ontario officials sounded off about the future which looks bring. Oakville will be the site of next-gen electric passenger vehicles for North America.

Image of Ford Maverick Hybrid by John Goreham

Study: Ford Maverick Now Costs More Used Than It Does New

By John Goreham on April 11, 2023 - 8:49AM

The Ford Maverick is a hot commodity right now. It tops a list no manufacturer wants to be on.

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