The grip of the 2025 Ford Maverick Lobo’s standard all-season tires was disappointing, so we replaced them with summer tires and took the truck to the test track. Fitted with stickier Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tires, the Lobo’s lateral grip increased from 0.85 g to 0.90 g around a 300-foot skidpad. The summer tires cost $1240 and greatly improved the Read More
Tensions are brewing between Ford and GM leadership and Sen. Ted Cruz over the schedule of U.S. Senate hearings on new car prices. Cruz invited the CEOs of Ford, GM and Stellantis, but the rift stemmed from the fact that he invited Tesla’s vice president of engineering instead of CEO Elon Musk. Mr. Cruz said he intentionally did not invite Read More
Ford told reporters this afternoon that the current F-150 Lightning electric pickup, which was a key part of the automaker’s much-hyped electrification strategy, is being discontinued this month. The next-generation Ford F-150 Lightning features a range-extender plug-in hybrid setup with an electric motor driving the wheels and gasoline power. Source: Car and Driver
Ford is moving away from large EVs and is instead focusing on traditional hybrids and plug-in hybrids with gasoline engines that offer extended range. The electric van that was supposed to replace the E-Transit has been canceled, and instead Ford is preparing new vans with hybrid and gasoline powertrains. Ford also announced a new affordable gas-powered truck that will be Read More
The Ranger Super Duty features luxurious XLT trim, new body styles, and a luxurious blend of durable strength and comfort. … Source: Car Scoops
Ford finds its EV sales numbers in a tough spot. The news isn’t surprising, of course, as federal tax credits have disappeared. What is surprising, however, is the rise of gas-powered Mustang sales. In November, Ford sold nearly as many pony cars as it did EVs. I don’t just mean the Mach-E, but all electric Ford offerings combined. Mustang sales Read More
The RTR package, developed with Vaughn Gittin Jr., brings Dark Horse chassis upgrades and an anti-lag system developed for Le Mans to the EcoBoost.
Summarize this content to 200 words In 2021, Ford launched a newer, hotter take on its quintessential sports car, the sixth-gen Mustang, which is now discontinued. It upped the ante in terms of performance, offering a more track-focused version of the Mustang GT. Throughout its generations, the “Mach 1” treatment has been a step Read More
Limited-run SUV pair diesel power with blacked-out styling and towing technology will be offered for short production only in Australia … Source: Car Scoops
Summarize this content to 200 words The auto industry has changed a lot over the last five to ten years, to the point where it’s a little baffling to realize that it’s already been seven years since Ford stopped selling the Focus in the North American market. It may not feel like it was Read More