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Ford

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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I Just Watched GM Pull All Corvettes Off Its Transport Trucks, Here's What's Really Happening

By Noah Washington on February 7, 2025 - 7:31PM

General Motors ordered all Corvettes stripped from Jack Cooper Transport trucks at its Kentucky plant last Thursday, with workers witnessing approximately 50 vehicles being unloaded amid tense contract negotiations with the troubled hauler.

My 2025 Ford Explorer Won’t Start 3,000 Miles In, After Two Weeks the Dealer Still Doesn’t Know What’s Wrong, Should I Keep It Until They Lemon Law It?

By Denis Flierl on February 6, 2025 - 6:04AM

Jamie only has 3,000 miles on her 2025 Ford Explorer and wonders if others have the same issue with the push-button start. She's taken it to the dealer, and they can't replicate the problem. Here is what other Ford Explorer owners should know.

I Tracked The Ford Mustang Dark Horse, Then They Tried To Void My Warranty

By Noah Washington on February 4, 2025 - 10:38PM

After multiple track sessions in her Ford Mustang Dark Horse, an owner discovered the gap between Ford's "track-ready" marketing and dealer warranty support when mechanical issues arose.

So, I Just Bought a 2001 Ford F-250 7.3 Lariat 4WD With 190K Miles For $5,000, Did I Get a Good Deal? I Think I Got A Really Good Deal

By Denis Flierl on February 4, 2025 - 10:16AM

I just bought a 2001 Ford F-250 Lariat 7.3-Liter 4WD with 190,000 miles for $5,000. You won't believe why the guy sold it so cheap. Did I get a good deal? I think it's a really good deal. Here is Alex's amazing Ford F-250 Super Duty deal.

Reliability Ratings So Low They Are Red Flag Vehicles

This Vehicle Received An Abysmal Score Of Only Five Points Out Of 100 For Reliability

By Timothy Boyer on February 4, 2025 - 9:39AM

Here's the latest update on cars and SUVs new car shoppers are warned by their owners and automotive experts not to buy in 2025. Plus, the one model with the highest reliability rating of 98/100.

I Keep Getting Multiple Warning Codes On My 2022 Ford Maverick Pickup, After Countless Trips to the Dealer, Should I Have Waited a Year To Buy One?

By Denis Flierl on February 2, 2025 - 6:01AM

I keep getting warning malfunction notifications on my Ford Maverick every day. I've taken the truck to the dealer countless times, and the warranty is almost up. I'd like to know because it's an all-new model, should I have waited a year to buy it?

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 January 31, 2025 - 9:05PM

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 January 31, 2025 - 12:57PM

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.

Ford is Recalling Nearly 150,000 2021-2024 Bronco SUVs Because the Rear Shock Absorbers Can Fail

By Mary Conway on January 30, 2025 - 10:27PM

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 January 30, 2025 - 12:12PM

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 January 28, 2025 - 4:07PM

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 January 26, 2025 - 10:22AM

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.

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 January 26, 2025 - 7:37AM

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.

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 January 25, 2025 - 11:35PM

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 January 24, 2025 - 5:53PM

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 January 23, 2025 - 11:31AM

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.

RealTruck and Chip Foose Custom F-150 for Charity Auction

By Peter Neilson on January 18, 2025 - 12:42PM

Chip Foose & RealTruck unveil a custom F-150 at SEMA. Auction proceeds benefit Progeria Research Foundation.

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 January 17, 2025 - 8:01PM

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.

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 January 17, 2025 - 7:21AM

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 is Growing its Mustang Brand With Another Performance Model - See the New RTR

By Mary Conway on January 14, 2025 - 7:57PM

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 January 13, 2025 - 12:23PM

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.

Ford Reveals Special Edition 2025 Mustang GTD

By Mary Conway on January 12, 2025 - 11:14PM

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 January 10, 2025 - 1:38PM

Ford Ranger battled the 2025 Ram 1500 and the 2025 Toyota Tacoma for the prestigious award.

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 January 10, 2025 - 7:15AM

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.

Ford is Recalling Nearly 300,000 of its F-Series Super Duty Trucks Because the Fuel Pumps Might Fail

By Mary Conway on January 8, 2025 - 10:05PM

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 January 7, 2025 - 10:15PM

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.

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 January 7, 2025 - 5:28AM

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 January 6, 2025 - 4:17PM

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 January 6, 2025 - 12:00PM

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.

The Least Reliable Vehicles List Includes Many Electric Models, Busting the Myth of Superior EV Reliability

By John Goreham on January 3, 2025 - 4:09PM

In its latest ranking, the nation’s leading expert on vehicle reliability busts the myth that EVs are more reliable than conventional vehicles.

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