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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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2024 Mustang To Pace Seven Major NASCAR Races

By Marc Stern on April 14, 2023 - 3:11PM

In a tradition that goes back over 90 years, Ford will take its 2024 Mustang to the Martinsville Speedway, where the new model will pace three major events during the weekend. It is the first of seven high-speed NASCAR races this year where the Mustang will serve as the pace car.

One Reason Why That Ford is Running Rough

Simple Check for a Rough Running Ford F-150

By Timothy Boyer on April 14, 2023 - 10:21AM

Is your Ford---or one you are considering buying---running a little rough? Here’s a quick and simple check you can do to find out if this common problem is the cause. Plus, a warning about potentially setting your truck on fire while working on it.

Authorities Bust Major Catalyst Theft Ring Spanning The Country

By Marc Stern on April 13, 2023 - 3:28PM

Though Massachusetts residents ran it, a catalytic converter theft gang managed to work with people across the country as it stole more than 470 cats that sold for anywhere between $30,000 and $80,000. Indeed, the numbers of cats stolen may have been much higher.

2023 Electric Explorer which will be made at Oakville

Ford Retools Oakville Assembly Complex To Produce Next-Gen Passenger EVs

By Marc Stern on April 11, 2023 - 3:07PM

As Ford winds down production and begins the switchover at its Oakville, Ontario plant, Ford leaders and Ontario officials sounded off about the future which looks bring. Oakville will be the site of next-gen electric passenger vehicles for North America.

Image of Ford Maverick Hybrid by John Goreham

Study: Ford Maverick Now Costs More Used Than It Does New

By John Goreham on April 11, 2023 - 8:49AM

The Ford Maverick is a hot commodity right now. It tops a list no manufacturer wants to be on.

Six Ford ‘Electrics’ Qualify For Federal 2023 Incentive Credits

By Marc Stern on April 10, 2023 - 3:45PM

In an interesting development, Ford has announced that six of its vehicles, three EVs and three hybrids -- you would never have expected it -- now qualify for federal tax incentives.

Six Ford ‘Electrics’ Qualify For Federal 2023 Tax Credits

By Marc Stern on April 10, 2023 - 3:22PM

In an interesting development, Ford has confirmed that three of its electric vehicles (EVs) and three of its hybrids qualify for federal tax benefits. This information should make them more interesting to many buyers.

Ford Is America’s Top Automaker With Most Hourly Workers, US-Assembled Vehicles and Exports

By Marc Stern on April 10, 2023 - 2:15PM

Ford just found out that it is America's number one automaker. The automaker has the top number of hourly workers and the leading number of U.S-assembled vehicles.

Why No One Trusts Automotive Mechanics

By Timothy Boyer on April 8, 2023 - 10:36AM

Here’s a recent true horror story about why no one trusts automotive mechanics revealed by a Ford mechanic about what another mechanic did to a customer’s 2016 Ford F-150 that is nearly unbelievable! Plus, some good to know info about exhaust manifold stud options in the EcoBoost engine should you ever need to have your exhaust manifold replaced and decide to choose an aftermarket part.

Ford Sets Sales Pace As Best-Selling Brand In The First Quarter

By Marc Stern on April 4, 2023 - 6:40PM

Ford is off to a great start this year, leading the rest of the industry in sales. According to figures released, the automaker was the best-selling brand.

Ford To Use Indonesian Sourcing For Battery Materials

By Marc Stern on March 31, 2023 - 4:08PM

Ford has lined up battery materials for its electric vehicles. It is another piece of the electric vehicle puzzle falling into place.

Ford Reopens Order Books For Lightning EV Pickups As Production Ramps And Prices Rise

By Marc Stern on March 31, 2023 - 3:44PM

Ford plans to reopen reservations for its Lightning pickups while the automaker also brings its production back on line after a battery-driven hiatus.

EcoBoost Engine Swap Discussed by Mechanic

Ford F-150 EcoBoost Engine Swap Good to Know Info

By Timothy Boyer on March 30, 2023 - 3:59PM

Here’s the latest by a popular Ford mechanic on some good to know info if you should ever be faced with an EcoBoost engine swap with your Ford F-150 that includes an important point about why you cannot totally rely on repair manual instructions.

Images of Lectron V-Box with Ford F-150 Lightning by John Goreham

Lectron V-Box 48-amp EV Charger Update - Can It Handle The Ford F-150 Lightning?

By John Goreham on March 29, 2023 - 3:17PM

We use the Lectron 48-amp V-box to charge the 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning. Here’s how it went.

Used Ford Explorer Shopper Warnings and Fixes

Ford Explorer Common Problems Warning

By Timothy Boyer on March 29, 2023 - 10:34AM

Here are some useful warnings from the staff of Haynes Manuals on what common problems you can expect with a used Ford Explorer. Plus, an instructional video that demonstrates changing the rear disc brake pads on those older models is well within the DIY mechanic’s capabilities.

2023 Ford F-150 Lighting charging with Lectron V-Box

2023 Ford F-150 Lightning Shoppers - Don’t Let Charging Be Scary

By John Goreham on March 28, 2023 - 2:09PM

The 2023 Ford F-150 Lighting is a straightforward vehicle to charge. Don’t let high-end charging options deter you from buying what can be an effortless vehicle to own.

Ford Plans To Build Project T3 – New EV Truck – At Its Tenn. BlueOval Campus

By Marc Stern on March 27, 2023 - 4:36PM

As Ford's BlueOval City rapidly rises at its Tennessee site, plans are already being made to produce Ford's next electric truck there in big numbers.

Ford Plans Recall Of Popular Compact Maverick Pickup To Fix Towing Error

By Marc Stern on March 24, 2023 - 3:33PM

Despite multiple recalls, the Ford Maverick remains an incredibly popular compact pickup. With a good price and two levels, including one that is hybridized, you can see why. Now, Ford has added another recall to fix a towing error.

Things To Think About If You Are Considering An EV Pickup Or Car

By Marc Stern on March 23, 2023 - 3:47PM

If you are thinking of buying an electric vehicle, there are some things to think about that should go into the equation. Torque News has looked at some of the features you should consider in this report.

Ford Sees Loss Of $3B This Year On EVs, Improving To Profit in 2026

By Marc Stern on March 23, 2023 - 3:21PM

Ford is projecting major electric vehicle losses to continue until 2026 when the automaker expects production to hit two million a year. Says the CFO, the automaker is treating its new EV division as a startup within the automaker.

Image of Ford BlueCruise by John Goreham

5 Features The Ford F-150 Lightning Offers That Tesla’s Cybertruck Likely Won’t

By John Goreham on March 22, 2023 - 3:09PM

The Tesla Cybertruck is still imaginary but may become a reality in late 2023 for a small number of owners. Here are some features Cybertruck buyers will likely forgo that they could have in a Ford F-150 Lighting today.

Ford F-150 Lightning frunk image by John Goreham

Ford F-150 Lightning Solves Single Biggest Downside to Pickups

By John Goreham on March 21, 2023 - 1:45PM

I like big frunks, and I cannot lie...Here is why you will love the Ford F-150 Lightning's front cargo space.

Let’s Stop Pretending Electric Vehicles Like Ford’s Lightning Won’t Work In Winter

By John Goreham on March 21, 2023 - 9:01AM

Electric vehicle fans and owners will make EVs work in winter by adapting to and overcoming obstacles, just like all vehicle owners do. Of course the 2023 Ford F-150 Lighting works in winter.

Ford Looks At Recalls of 1.7M Vehicles For Brake, Windshield Wiper Problems

By Marc Stern on March 20, 2023 - 5:36PM

Ford hasn't had it easy lately. With its CEO Jim Farley calling on the automaker to improve quality and a new quality chief in place, the automaker is still encountering problems. This time with a potential recall of 1.5 million midsized Fusions and Lincolns and a potential problem with F-150 pickups for problems with wiper arms.

Image of Ford F-150 Lightning charging on Lectron V-Box by John Goreham

It Costs More To Power The Lightning Than the Hybrid Ford F-150 In This State

By John Goreham on March 20, 2023 - 11:36AM

We compare the cost to power the 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning battery-electric pickup truck to that of the F-150 Hybrid 4X4 in an EV-friendly state. The result surprised us.

Look for These Problems Before Buying That Used F-150

Ford F-150 Common Problems

By Timothy Boyer on March 18, 2023 - 9:33AM

If you happen to own an older model Ford F-150, here are some of the problems you’re most likely to face according to experts who create repair manuals used by many DIY Ford truck owners and those who hire out their repair needs and want to verify the repairs.

2022-2023 Ford F-150 Lightning Review - Really Cool EV Truck

By Armen Hareyan on March 16, 2023 - 4:12PM

You probably were surprised to see 2022-2023 in the title for this F-150 Lightning review. This is because this week I am test driving the 2022 model of Ford F-150 Lightning, but nothing has changed from the 2022 model year in 2023 except the price. So, I think I will refer to the model in this review as 2023, although it's officially the 2022 F-150 Lightning.

Ford Gets Serious About Lightning Problems, Issues Small Recall

By Marc Stern on March 16, 2023 - 3:12PM

Any automaker, whether it is Ford, GM, or Stellantis wants to make sure its products are in good shape. That's why it was important for Ford to shut down its Lightning assembly line to make sure its pickup was in good shape. The automaker found the problem troubling the pickup and is now ramping toward full production.

Ford Mustang Mach-E, Explorer Named IIHS Top Safety Pick Winners

By Marc Stern on March 14, 2023 - 5:04PM

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) issues safety ratings of current models sold in the U.S. The top ratings are a Top Safety Pick and Top Safety Pick Plus. Ford's Mustang Mach-E and Explorer earned Top Safety Pick ratings.

Ford E-Transit Established As Market Leader In Cargo Van Market

By Marc Stern on March 8, 2023 - 4:41PM

Ford's E-Transit van was established as a commercial cargo van market leader. To meet the demand, the automaker plans to ramp up production at the Kansas City Assembly plant where the E-van is built.

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