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Ford F150

The Ford F Series has been the bestselling vehicle in America for more than three and a half decades and as the most popular option in the F Series lineup, the F150 is effectively the single most popular vehicle in America.

By Jimmy Dinsmore on June 3, 2020 - 12:40PM
PureCars sales report indicates 14% of vehicles sold week of May 22-28 were Fords. Both new and used Ford F-150s occupied the top two spots for the week showing why F-150 is the best- selling vehicle in America.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on June 2, 2020 - 9:25AM
2021 Ford F-150 to be revealed June 25. Ford is back making 2020 F-150s at the pace of a minute a truck. As one generation ends, a new one is about to begin for America’s best-selling vehicle.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on May 29, 2020 - 12:31PM
Much awaited reveal of 14th-generation F-150 to take place at 8 p.m. on June 25 by invitation only. Torque News has been invited and will cover the reveal. Will the 2021 Ford Raptor be revealed as well at that time? That and other questions will finally be answered.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on May 28, 2020 - 11:10AM
14th-generation F-150 will feature an on-board generator to power tools, worksites, as confirmed by Ford. Reveal of 2021 F-150 is coming soon. Possibly as early as June 18.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on May 26, 2020 - 11:28AM
Class-action lawsuit totaling more than $1 billion against Ford should be kicked by judge. Ford faces enough lawsuits and scrutiny, and this one just seems overly litigious. Coasting method, EPA estimations a big factor in lawsuit.
By Marc Stern on May 21, 2020 - 9:19PM
According to various news sources, including CBS-TV, the first few days of Ford's assembly line restart have been fitful as COVID-19 infections have caused Ford to halt it as lines to re-clean and re-sanitize.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on May 21, 2020 - 10:48AM
OTA Technology is coming to next-generation F-150 as well as other Ford vehicles. Should help lower costs of warranty work and improve reliability, according to Ford.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on May 19, 2020 - 9:55AM
Toyota did a virtual launch of hybrid versions of the Sienna and Venza, raising the bar as the first OEM to launch a product in 2020 under quarantine. Virtual launch of 2021 Ford F-150 would reinvigorate Blue Oval fans, excite dealers and give truck enthusiasts something to look forward.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on May 18, 2020 - 11:30AM
Dearborn and Kentucky truck plants start back up production after two-month shutdown due to pandemic. New and robust safety measures implemented. Ford confirms that 2021 F-150 will still be manufactured this calendar and available for later this fall.
By Marc Stern on May 17, 2020 - 8:00PM
With the blessing of the governor of Michigan, Ford is ready to fire up its assembly lines and resume the business it knows best, building vehicles.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on May 14, 2020 - 11:44AM
Ford launches three new ad campaigns that offer hope and optimism as auto manufacturing starts back up. Ford emphasizes importance of American manufacturing and key driver of the economy.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on May 13, 2020 - 9:59AM
Job One production for the 14th-generation F-150 set to begin October 12. Full production to ramp up by early November. Some 2021 Ford F-150s could still be delivered before the end of the year.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on May 8, 2020 - 10:21AM
All four truck plants included in restart plan. Ford puts together extensive new safety precautions for all workers. 2020 F-150 production can begin again in earnest along with rest of Ford’s product line.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on May 7, 2020 - 10:58AM
Despite economic downturn due to the pandemic, the demand for pickup trucks like Ford F-150 has not decreased. What has decreased is the inventory of trucks at dealer’s lots across the country. This could mean a shortage of specific trims, colors and higher prices.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on May 5, 2020 - 10:14AM
1970 Ford F-100 Ranger is a classic amongst truck enthusiasts. California custom truck builder has reimagined this truck with a Coyote engine and a blend of vintage and modern influences.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on May 4, 2020 - 1:16PM
It’s time for Ford plants to safely get back to work. Ford F-150 manufacturing is crucial to Ford’s financial turnaround, but also a big part of the financial turnaround in America.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on May 1, 2020 - 1:44PM
Tornado-damaged part supply factory now won’t hinder F-150 production. As Ford’s production facilities look toward a mid-May restart, F-150 manufacturing will be a main focus.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on April 30, 2020 - 11:33AM
Tesla’s Cybertruck may have high pre-order demand, but will those converted orders come from Ford’s bottom line? Best-selling vehicle in America, Ford F-150, is poised for their own electric truck.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on April 28, 2020 - 11:21AM
Production for the 2021 Ford F-150 has been delayed due to the plant shutdowns thanks to the corona virus pandemic. Job One production for the 14th-generation F-150 set to begin September 28. Full production to ramp up by October 26.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on April 27, 2020 - 1:10PM
Since its beginning the Ford F-Series has had a six-cylinder engine option to go along with a V8. Ford’s best-selling pickup truck always offers engine options to entice all types of buyers.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on April 24, 2020 - 11:43AM
Borg-Warner factory in Seneca, South Carolina destroyed by tornado, produced transfer case for Ford F-150 and other Ford vehicles. Ramifications could be huge and financially devastating for Ford as they try to emerge from corona virus production halt and a tough economic situation.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on April 22, 2020 - 12:35PM
Despite low gas prices and an unprecedented economic situation, Ford continues to stay the course for their green initiatives. All-electric F-150, Hybrid F-150 and Hybrid Mustang all still in the pipeline.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on April 21, 2020 - 10:53AM
Rivals GMC Sierra and Ram 1500 already have more advanced tailgates for their pickup trucks, will Ford follow suit for the 2021 F-150? Tailgate advances seem to have skipped past segment-leading F-150.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on April 20, 2020 - 9:09AM
Big, heavy F-250 Super Duty with a 6.7-liter diesel engine shows impressive track performance. 2020 F-250 Super Duty Tremor is available with Godzilla gasoline engine or Power Stroke turbodiesel and lots of great off-road accessories too.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on April 15, 2020 - 11:05AM
New easy-to-install supercharger from Whipple will increase 7.3-liter’s horsepower and torque. New Whipple install can make 700 horsepower and 750 lb.-ft. of torque for Ford F-250. 2021 Ford Raptor may get the 7.3-liter V8 engine too.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on April 14, 2020 - 11:43AM
Two-door variant of next-generation 2021 Ford F-150 Raptor will be eliminated. SuperCrew Raptor only option listed in leaked information. Redesigned four-door Raptor will have four doors only, new suspension and perhaps a V8 too.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on April 13, 2020 - 1:44PM
The upcoming hybrid F-150 to be modeled more after Ford Explorer Hybrid and Police Interceptor Utility Hybrid. Ford confirms F-150 and Explorer will share a the same 10-speed modular hybrid transmission and see an increase in power and fuel economy.
By Marc Stern on April 11, 2020 - 10:22PM
With F-150 loan terms, many times, at 84 months, it is time to look to see if it is a deal or a drudge. At 84 months, not only the length of time for the loan but also its ultimate cost may have you scratching your head.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on April 11, 2020 - 11:59AM
Performance vehicle builder Saleen offers off-road truck that has performance and rugged ability. Saleen offers on-road performance-oriented Sportruck and off-road F-150 Sportruck XR.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on April 10, 2020 - 11:26AM
Ford is likely to focus on performance over fuel economy on upcoming hybrid F-150. 3.5-liter Ecoboost expected to work with electric motor to offer additional performance, plus some improved fuel economy.