Ford News and Reviews

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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Kia Sorento PHEV charging in Eastern Washington desert

By Justin Hart May 12 2022 - 3:32am

Electric Car Charging Deserts, They're Still a Thing

Before you buy a plug-in vehicle, it’s probably worth doing some research into where, besides your own home or perhaps your workplace, you can recharge your vehicle. Frankly, to not do so is somewhat reckless, since there are a number of regions in the country where your options for public charging may be limited.

Image showing the 900 horsepower Shelby GT500-H driving on a canyon road.

By James Walker May 11 2022 - 3:07pm

Shelby Is Building 900HP Rental Mustangs For Hertz

In honor of its 60th Anniversary Shelby is once again teaming with Hertz to let everyday people rent wildly powerful Mustangs.

Technicians install new windshield in a Ford Product

By Marc Stern May 11 2022 - 8:29am

Ford Wants Replacement Windshields To Meet Tough Standards

Although there are lots of television ads now pushing glass-installation services and their importance, Ford has launched a new service to ensure that any glass installs meet company standards.

By Carl Malek May 9 2022 - 4:18pm

Ford Brings EV Magic To Smaller Transit Custom Van, Promises 236 Miles Of Range

Ford's Transit EV full-size van shook up the commercial vehicle sector a short while ago when the company revealed that it had infused the iconic model with an all-electric powertrain, But while the Transit has managed to garner some sales, we haven't seen moves in smaller van segments. Ford has changed that with the all-new E-Transit Custom

Ford Owner Plans To Tow With A Lightning

By Marc Stern May 9 2022 - 3:31pm

Ford Tech Helps To Ensure That Towing Reliability Data For The Lightning

Ford's Lightning uses its "brains" to ensure that they can tow their trailers the distance.

Mustang Mach-E Wins 2022 AAA Car Guide Award

By Marc Stern May 6 2022 - 4:25pm

Ford Mach-E Wins AAA Award As Best All-Around 2022 Vehicle

Ford's Mustang Mach-E, which has garnered a number of awards over the last couple o years, has won the AAA's prestigious "best car of 2022" in the auto club's "2022 Car Guide."

Ford Recalls Super Duty trucks over rollaway problem

By Marc Stern May 4 2022 - 6:55pm

Ford Recalls Super Duty Trucks Over Possible Rollaway Problem

Ford has recalled about 200,000 Super Duty trucks to fix a potential rollaway problem. A washer in the transmission can disintegrate and become lodged in the Park position keeping the truck from remaining in Park.

By Marc Stern May 2 2022 - 3:55pm

F-150 Lightning Delivers More Range And Power For Its Customers

Ford F-150 Lightning customers will receive a bonus when they take delivery of their electric pickups. The Lightnings will given them more power and more range than they had expected. It is an unexpected bonus from Ford which is now the leader in electric pickups.

Ford LIghtning Buyers May Have Resale Ban

By Marc Stern May 1 2022 - 7:49pm

Lightning Customers May Be Forced To Sign A One-Year Resales Ban

With the start of LIghtning production, Ford is worried that there might be folks who jump in and try to jack up prices for new Lightnings by buying them at MSRP and then jacking the price. Customers for the new electric pickup may be forced to sign a one-year resale ban. It isn't unprecedented.

Ford Explorer Recalled For Driveline Problem

By Marc Stern Apr 29 2022 - 6:59pm

Ford Recalls 253,000 Explorers To Fix Drivetrain Rollaway Problem

Ford has recalled 253,000 Explorer SUVs to repair a problem with the drivetrain.

Ford Recalls 22,000 trucks to fix backup camera issue

By Marc Stern Apr 28 2022 - 5:28pm

Ford Recalls 22,000 2019 Trucks To Fix Video Camera Issue

Ford has recalled 22,000 2019 trucks to repair a problem with their rearview cameras.

By Marc Stern Apr 27 2022 - 3:29pm

Ford talks about a SECOND EV truck at the launch of the F-150 EV Lightning

With all the fanfare due to a major milestone model, Ford has turned on its assembly line for its brand-new F-150 Lightning electric. At the same launch, Ford noted a second electric truck will be in the offing soon.

Ford Escape Recalled To Fix Potential Rolling Problem

By Marc Stern Apr 25 2022 - 9:22pm

Ford Recalls 100K 2015 Escapes To Fix Potential Rollaway Problem

In another safety recall, Ford has recalled nearly 100,000 2015 Escapes to fix a potential rollaway problem due to a problem with a transmission cable bushing.

Lone Oaks Farm Project, A Ford Investment for the future

By Marc Stern Apr 24 2022 - 10:47pm

Like Projects Of The Past, Not All Of Ford’s Investments Are In Vehicles

As an automaker, Ford usually invests in all things vehicular. Sometimes, though, Ford invests in things that are a bit different, a bit off the beaten-path, so to speak. Here is a story about a few of the automaker's current and past projects that aren't totally vehicular.

Ford recalls 650K F-150s, SUVs to fix wiper arm problem

By Marc Stern Apr 22 2022 - 2:03pm

Ford Recalls 650K Trucks, SUVs To Fix Wiper Arm Problem

Ford has issued a major pickup and SUV recall to repair a problem with their wiper arms. According to the automaker, the gearing is "not at the right height" and it can end up stripping the arm, causing a failure.

2022 Ford Ranger -- Ranger Raptor Headed Here in 2023

By Marc Stern Apr 20 2022 - 1:16pm

Ford Ranger Raptor To Become Part Of U.S. Fleet In 2023

For a long time, Ford car and truck owners have looked wistfully at other parts of the world as various models that were not offered here were on sale there. Take the Ford Ranger Raptor, though it debuted in February in Europe and it seemed to have the sign "Europe-only" plastered firmly on the windshield, the automaker has acknowledged the it will become part of the automaker's lineup in 2023.

Mechanic Diagnoses Potential Engine Killing Problem

By Timothy Boyer Apr 18 2022 - 6:23pm

Fatal Flaw of This Ford Truck Engine Rescued from a Dealership Fail

Watch how this Ford engine repair specialist rescues an F-150 Triton engine from this #1 engine killing flaw after a dealership fail from servicing.

Ford Recalls 2022 Transits To Fix Backup Camera

By Marc Stern Apr 18 2022 - 5:29pm

Ford Recalls Transits To Repair Problem With Its Backup Camera

Ford has issued a recall to repair the backup cameras in some of its 2022 Transits. The cameras stop working when an upfitter does work on the vehicle.

Ford Mustang GT and Shelby GT500 Lead Market Segment

By Marc Stern Apr 16 2022 - 2:11pm

As Mustang GT Celebrates 58th Birthday, It Is Named World's Best-Selling Sports Coupe

The Ford Mustang GT, which is celebrating its 58th birthday, has been named the leader in its market segment for the seventh straight time.

2021 Ford F-150s Recalled To Fix Data Module Program

By Marc Stern Apr 13 2022 - 3:14pm

Ford Recalls 50,000 F-150 Pickups To Fix Transmission Issue

In another major recall, Ford has recalled nearly 50,000 2021 F-150 pickups to repair a problem with a false diagnostic issue that shuts down the transmission and stops the pickup, increasing the risk of a crash.

Ford Recalls Transit Connects To Fix WIndshield Problem

By Marc Stern Apr 11 2022 - 4:24pm

Ford Recalls 40,000 Transit Connects To Fix Windshield Problem

Ford has begun a new round of vehicle safety moves with the recall of 40,000 Transit Connect vans to repair a potential windshield problem.

Ford GT Special Edition Honors Le Mans Victors

By Marc Stern Apr 10 2022 - 7:56pm

Special GT Heritage Edition Honors Victory Of Ford GT40 MK II At Le Mans

When the Ford GT 40 MK II team took the track at the 24 Hours of Le Mans no one knew that when the race was completed that the Dearborn automaker would have a 1-2-3 victory sweep. At this year's New York Auto Show, Ford will show a limited-edition GT that honors the 1965 winning team.

Ford Bronco Raptor GOAT Mode Complemented by Display

By Marc Stern Apr 9 2022 - 2:17pm

New 12-Inch Display Complements Bronco Raptor GOAT Capability

With the debut of the Bronco Raptor coming rapidly, there's a lot of information about coming from the automaker. For example, there's a new 12-inch display that complements the Bronco Raptor's GOAT (Goes Over Any Type of Terrain) Mode.

Ford Has Recalled 400,000 Pickups, Medium-Duty Trucks, and SUVs to fix trailer brake problem

By Marc Stern Apr 8 2022 - 2:30pm

Ford Recalls 400K Pickups, Trucks, SUVs To Fix Trailer Brake Problem

In another major recall, Ford has recalled nearly 400,000 pickups, medium-duty trucks, and SUVs to repair a trailer-brake problem. The software problem can increase braking distances when you are towing also increasing the risk of crashes.

By Armen Hareyan Apr 8 2022 - 11:49am

2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT is Like an Electrified Horse In The Wild

Ford Mustang Mach-E GT's top driving mode is called just that: Unbridled. In this review, we will take a look at the different specs and qualities of the 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT, which Torque News was test-driving this week.

Image of WildPeak A/T Trail tires by John Goreham

By John Goreham Apr 7 2022 - 3:55pm

Falken WildPeak A/T Trail Tire Review - Initial Impressions & MPG Impact

We test Falken’s WildPeak A/T Trail tires on a popular crossover SUV model. Here’s how to know if these tires are right for you.

Ford F-150 Lightning To Pace Martinsville NASCAR Cup Events

By Marc Stern Apr 6 2022 - 7:17pm

Ford F-150 Lightning To Pace NASCAR Cup Events At Martinsville

The Ford F-150 Lightning, Ford's newest entry in the electric pickup truck market, will pace this weekend's NASCAR Cup Series at Martinsville. The drivers are excited about the prospect of seeing the powerful electric.

Ford Transmissions Have a Coolant Line Problem

By Timothy Boyer Apr 5 2022 - 4:04pm

Ford Mechanic Talks About Transmissions That Self Destruct

An experienced Ford mechanic offers this warning to Ford owners who may not be aware that their transmission may be one of those known to self-destruct, but can potentially be averted if you know where to look for the developing problem with these specific transmissions.

Ford Recalls Bronco Sport, Escapes to fix potential fire hazard

By Marc Stern Apr 4 2022 - 10:31pm

Ford Recalls 350K Escapes, Broncos To Fix Potential Fire Hazard

About 350,000 Ford Escapes and Bronco Sports have been recalled by the automaker to repair a potential fire hazard as the oil separator on the 1.5-liter engine may crack and there is the potential for oil to be sprayed on a hot engine;

Image of Ford Mustang Mach-E by John Goreham

By John Goreham Apr 4 2022 - 1:55pm

Affordable Electric Crossovers Still Only Available In Tiny Numbers - Ford Leads

There exists a long list of EV crossovers in America with a consumer cost under $45K from which to choose. Ford is ahead, but none of the brands offer any significant volume of deliveries. Hybrids, on the other hand...

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