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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 Bronco Fails To Earn IIHS Safety Award Courtesy Ford Motor Co.
Head Restraint, Headlights Keep Ford Bronco Four-Door From Winning IIHS Approval
By Marc Stern on
Although the Ford Bronco Four-Door -- full-sized -- is one of the success stories of the auto year, one area where it has not lived up to the successful story line is in the ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety where issues with the head restraints and headlights kept the popular model from earning an IIHS award.
Ford F-150 Lightning and GMC Hummer EV
GM and Ford are not likely to beat Tesla in U.S. EV sales by 2025
By Justin Hart on
The race is on! Multiple manufacturers are vying to beat or compete with Tesla in terms of EV market share in the U.S. As I discussed in a previous article, that is going to be very hard to accomplish. Let’s look at sales forecasts and ambitions from the two other U.S. automakers, GM and Ford, through the end of the decade to break this down a bit.
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Ford Takes 5 KBB Best Buy Awards; Maverick Wins A Pair
By Marc Stern on
Ford Motor Co. scored a major victory in the Kelley Blue Book Best Buy program by taking five Best Buy Awards. The new Ford Maverick, the automaker's compact pickup earned the "Best of 2022 Award" and a Best Buy Award.
Ford Maverick Hybrid
Ford Cannot Make EVs Fast Enough
By Carl Malek on
Ford has had an impressive streak fo success when it comes to its growing lineup of electric vehicles. The Mustang Mach-E and the Ford F-150 Lightning have proven to be very popular with customers, but it appears that the sheer amount of demand is pushing the limits of Ford's production facilities and the company cannot make them fast enough according to a new report.
Ford Explorer
Mustang Mach-E Is Such a Hit It Delays Explorer EV and Aviator EV
By Carl Malek on
The Mustang Mach-E has been a smash hit for Ford ever since it powered its way to dealerships. A new report appears to suggest that it also managed to delay both the Explorer EV and its Lincoln cousin the Aviator EV.
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Ford Freezes Lightning Reservations At 200,000
By Marc Stern on
Ford has decided to cap its F-150 Lightning reservation system at 200,000 as it begins to convert them over to its order bank.
Chevrolet Bolt, Ford Mustang Mach-e, Tesla Model Y
How Electric Vehicle Manufacturers Are Vying for The Lead in U.S. Market
By Justin Hart on
Everyone should know electric vehicles are rapidly taking more market share from traditional internal combustion engine vehicles. But which manufacturers will lead the way in EV sales? The answer varies by region, of course, and much depends on the global supply chain, geo-political landscapes, the rippling impacts of the pandemic, etc. I will focus on the U.S. market since there should be rapid acceleration in U.S. EV sales, soon.
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Ford Dips Into the 'Great Pacific Garbage Patch' To Create Bronco Sport Parts
By Marc Stern on
Following successfully recycling plastic water bottles into key parts on the 2020 Escape, Ford is now helping to cut the flow of plastic into the ocean by using plastic materials harvested from the "Great Pacific Garbage Patch" as wiring clips for the Bronco Sport.
Ford Recalls 2022 Super Duties To Fix Exploding Airbag Housings
By Marc Stern on
Ford announced another recall this time involving its Super Duty pickups. The recall involves airbag housings that break apart they are used. It is similar to the problems that other airbag housings have experienced during the Takata scandal/recall.
F-150 Lightning headlights
Ford Developing Bespoke EV Truck Platform
By Carl Malek on
The Ford F-150 Lightning is a glimpse into Ford's long-term plans for electrification. Its technology and impressive driving range promise to make a splash in the broader EV pickup segment. But it appears that this is only the beginning, with Ford revealing that its working on a bespoke EV truck platform.
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Ford Recalls 114,996 Bronco Sports, Escapes For Rear Brake Problem
By Marc Stern on
The Ford Motor Co. has recalled 114,996 2021-2022 Bronco Sports and Escapes to repair problems with incorrectly manufactured rear brakes. If the vehicle has the issue the driver will find brake pedal effort increasing while stopping distance decreases.
2021 Ford SuperCrew Illustrates Ford Leadership in Truck Sales. Photo Courtesy Ford Motor Co.
For 45th Year, Ford F-150 Retains Crown As Truck Market Leader
By Marc Stern on
With a lead of almost 150,000 vehicles over its nearest rival, the Ford Motor Co. is on its way to keeping its claim to the top sales slot in the truck market for the 45th consecutive year.
Two Ford Dealerships Attempt to Scam Ford Enthusiast
Why Ford Customers Don’t Trust Ford Dealerships to Fix Their Cars
By Timothy Boyer on
Here is the latest by an experienced independent Ford mechanic on why Ford customers are learning not to trust Ford dealerships to service or repair their vehicles.
Ford F-150 Lightning PRO EV Truck
Ford Aims To Take No. 2 Spot Behind Tesla In EV Sales
By Carl Malek on
Ford is riding a wave of momentum this year when it comes to the EV market and following on the heels of news that the company is poised to outsell GM in the electric vehicle market, the company has now revealed that it is targeting Tesla in its attempt to dominate the market
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Electric Vehicle Sales Doubled In 2021, Ford Outsells GM
By Carl Malek on
The electric vehicle market has seen strong growth even in the midst of an ongoing pandemic. New numbers that were released not only reveal that overall sales have doubled during 2021 but that Ford is currently outselling GM in the electric vehicle wars.
2021 Ford Escape Hybrid Recall Photo Courtesy Ford Motor Co.
Ford Recalls Escape Hybrid To Replace High-Voltage Battery System
By Marc Stern on
Although it is a tiny recall, the Ford recall of its Escape Hybrid for an issue with the high-voltage system is important for two reasons. One is that the automaker issues recalls when other carmakers tend to wait and wait. The second reason is that it shows that electrics and hybrids are important to Ford's future and that issues have to be dealt with quickly.
Ford Triton Engines Have an Engine-Destroying Flaw
One Fatal Flaw That is Destroying Vehicles with Ford Engines
By Timothy Boyer on
Owners of Ford vehicles possessing a particular engine need to be aware of one sign that there is a common fundamental problem with this engine version that can cost them thousands in repair bills if not repaired immediately.
2022 Ford Super Duty dusk shot
Ford Puts The Brakkes On EV Super Duty Rumors
By Carl Malek on
Ford's F-150 Lightning pickup is reshaping the way that some truck buyers are looking at the EV landscape, but buyers hoping to see some of this magic make its way to the work focused Super Duty got some coal in their stocking, with the company confirming that the automaker is not making one anytime soon.
Ford e-Transit Electric Van
Ford Begins Rollout Of E-Transit and Now Testing Its Electric Vans
By Carl Malek on
Ford is reaping the rewards when it comes to the EV market. While the Mustang Mach-E and the F-150 Lightning pickup have resonated well with customers, they are also part of a two-pronged offensive with the E-Transit electric van covering the commercial segment. But does the E-Transit have what it takes to truly jump-start the universal adoption of EV technology by businesses?
Image by John Goreham
Ford's Explorer Offers the Best AWD SUV Flat Tire Management System Available
By John Goreham on
Special tires or a spare tire? Which is the best option to deal with a flat tire? Why not both?
Ford Mustang Mach-E and E-Transit
Ford Cancels All EV Collaboration Plans With Rivian
By Carl Malek on
Ford and Rivian first made waves when they announced a collaboration several years ago. But does the recent cancellation of collaboration between the two in products signal that the end of the partnership is near?
Image of Michelin selfseal tire by John Goreham
Michelin Primacy A/S Selfseal Tires Offer More Than Security
By John Goreham on
We test-drove Michelin Primacy A/S Selfseal Tires on a Ford Explorer and loved the security and ride comfort they provided.
2022 Ford Maverick Photo Courtesy Ford Motor Co.
Ford Has Two Entries In 2021 NACTOY Awards Program Finals
By Marc Stern on
At last, the committee running the North American Car and Truck Awards program has its finalists. In a surprise, Ford has two entrants. The entries are not where you think they might be -- electric. Instead, Ford's "back to the future" retro SUV, the Bronco, is one vehicle, while the automaker's innovative compact pickup, the Maverick, is the second. Two of the entrants are from manufacturers that didn't exist three years ago, Lucid and Rivian. Photos Courtesy Ford Motor Co.
Image showing a Ford Mustang Mach-E electric SUV in a car wash
Ford And Rivian Scrap Plans To Co-Develop Future Electric Vehicles
By James Walker on
The first jointly-developed product would have worn Ford badging and be built on Rivian's "skateboard" platform. Now Ford is confident that they don't need Rivian's help.
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F-150 Lightning's Mega Power Frunk Began Life As Cardboard Box
By Marc Stern on
The F-150 Lightning's innovative Mega Power Frunk had very mundane beginnings. Designers used a cardboard box that they styled into the trunk (front-trunk) and they made changes as they showed it during the design input phase.
Jim Cramer Says Tesla Could Be Like Amazon, and There Is No 2nd Amazon
Jim Cramer Says Tesla Could Be Like Amazon, Opens Ford, Lucid and Rivian
By Armen Hareyan on
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New Mustang Shelby Models Highlight A Long Tradition At A Master Builder
By Marc Stern on
To honor the heritage and legend of Carroll Shelby Ford has introduced a new 2022 Shelby Mustang GT500 and a new Coastal Edition.
Purdue Researchers Work On Quick-Charge Cable -- Photo Courtesy Purdue University and Ford Motor Co.
Ford, Purdue Have High Hopes For Self-Cooling Quick-Charge Cable
By Marc Stern on
Thanks to the work that Ford Motor Co. and Purdue University researchers are doing right now it is quite possible that within a couple of years, owners of electric vehicles like the Mustang Mach-E, E-Transit van, or the F-150 Lightning pickup will be able to quick- charge their vehicles without the need for huge cables.
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Ford Develops Reality Experience For Prospective F-150 Lightning Owners
By Marc Stern on
Ford has created a special reality program for potential F-150 Lightning Owners to bring them a learning experience about their potential pickups as they wait for their delivery sometime early next year. Ford has more 160,000 reservations for the brand-new pickup.
Truth Unplugged - Data Helps Disprove Critics’ Main Complaint About Plug-In Hybrids
By John Goreham on
Some EVangelists see plug-in hybrid-electric vehicles as part of the problem, not the solution. Their main worry is that silly owners don’t plug them in. What does the data say?
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