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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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Ford Escape Among Only Two Small SUVs To Get IIHS Good Rating

By Marc Stern on December 16, 2022 - 1:47PM

Ford's Escape has received a Good Rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The Escape is only one of two small SUVs to win this award.

Kia Niro EV, Hyundai Kona EV, Ford Mustang Mach-E, and Chevy Bolt

The Most Affordable EVs And How Much They Can Save On Fuel Costs

By Justin Hart on December 15, 2022 - 10:41PM

There’s no denying that new vehicles have become terribly expensive in recent years. The average price of all new vehicles for sale in the U.S. is now a little over $48,000. That’s enough to make your head spin, your wallet groan, and your jaw to drop all at once!

Ford F-150 Lightning Adds Prestigious MotorTrend 2023 Truck Of The Year Honors

By Marc Stern on December 14, 2022 - 4:05PM

Ford's F-150 Lightning won the 2023 MotorTrend Truck of the Year Award. The editors of the publication put the electric pickup through its paces in a series of grueling tests and it passed them. Also, in a first, an electric pickup has been named the winner of the Truck of the Year award unanimously.

Looking To Its Past, the Ford GT Mk IV Will Deliver Stunning Performance

By Marc Stern on December 11, 2022 - 3:20PM

Ford, which will soon begin looking at it potential client list, will soon begin to build its final generation supercar, the GT Mk IV. The supercar is designed for ultimate performance on the track. It takes its cues from the original Le Mans-winning GTs that finished 1-2-3 in the iconic 1965 endurance race.

Too Much Heat from Your Vehicle's Heated Seats Can Damage Your Skin

Spider Veins from Your Heated Car Seats? Do This Before Going to a Mechanic.

By Timothy Boyer on December 10, 2022 - 10:36AM

Here’s some recent advice from a Ford mechanic on simple checks you can do if you discover that your vehicle’s climate control is putting out little to no heat this winter. Plus, an explanation of why changing your coolant is an important car maintenance precaution as well as one toward protecting your skin.

Ford, Partner Make Significant Progress At BlueOval SK Battery Park

By Marc Stern on December 8, 2022 - 6:11PM

As Ford and its partner plow ahead in their battery factory fab, it looks like the automaker and its partner will be on track to make 88 gigawatts in the next couple of years.

EcoBoost Engine Disassembly Demonstration

Why Ford EcoBoost Engines Fail Demonstration

By Timothy Boyer on December 8, 2022 - 10:47AM

Discover why Ford EcoBoost engines fail so much with this EcoBoost engine teardown as a mechanic shows what goes into the EcoBoost as he disassembles one that reportedly had seized from a water intrusion problem.

Image of Ford Bronco Sport in snow by John Goreham

These Are the Five Best Winter-Ready SUVs For 2023

By John Goreham on December 6, 2022 - 1:43PM

We run down the best SUVs for winter in 2023. Each of these SUVs offers equipment you will not find on the most popular SUV trims. Here is what makes them special.

Ford Lighting is Not a Winter Weather Winner

Ford Lightning EV Winter Disaster You May Want to Avoid

By Timothy Boyer on December 6, 2022 - 10:38AM

Here’s a recent take by a Ford F-150 Lightning EV owner on why it is a winter disaster compared to non-EV models that you may want to avoid. Plus, find out why you might also be better off waiting a little while longer and saving for a GM model that is predicted to be the EV truck of tomorrow that the Ford Lighting is not today.

Sales of Ford Electric Vehicles Climb at Twice the Rate of EV Segment

By Marc Stern on December 2, 2022 - 4:39PM

As the year winds down and turns into December, Ford reports that its electric vehicle sales are outpacing the market. According to figures released this week, the automaker's electric sales are expanding at twice the rate of the rest of the segment.

Ford Mustang Mach-E Production Hits Milestone At 150,000th Vehicle

By Marc Stern on November 30, 2022 - 5:49PM

Ford has reached an enviable production milestone. In the two years since its Mustang Mach-E was put into production, the automaker has built its 150,000th version of the electric. The automaker predicts it will hit 2 million vehicles by the end of 2026.

Ford Has Cold Weather Performance Advice For F-150 Lightning Owners

By Marc Stern on November 29, 2022 - 4:41AM

Now that the weather has turned markedly colder with snow on the ground in many places, it's time to visit a place many automakers won't want you to see, cold weather performance. No matter who makes the vehicles (Ford, Tesla, or Kia, for example), cold saps battery strength. It is estimated that you lose half the charge capability between 40 and 0 degrees Fahrenheit and it just goes down from there.

Ford Recalls 500K Bronco Sports, Escapes Over Underhood Fire Problem

By Marc Stern on November 28, 2022 - 2:24PM

Ford has recalled more than 500,000 Bronco Sport and Escape SUVs to repair a problem that could lead to underhood fires.

Ford Bronco Sport in snow image by John Goreham

EV Myth Busted - Media Widely Covers Ford's Latest ICE Car Fire Recall

By John Goreham on November 28, 2022 - 11:04AM

EV owners often feel as if EVs are picked on for the fires their cars suffer. Here’s more proof that the mainstream, local, and automotive media do, in fact, cover ICE vehicle fires.

VW ID.4, Mustang MAch-E, Tesla Model Y, Toyota Prius Prime, and Kia Sorento PHEV

The Top 5 U.S. Plug-In Electric Vehicle Makers Might Surprise You, A Little

By Justin Hart on November 26, 2022 - 5:11PM

I’ve written up several predictions of which automotive brands will round out the top 5 plug-in electric sales spots (behind 1st place Tesla). Now that we are near the end of another year, we can pretty well see how those predictions turned out, but what does next year have in store for the U.S. plug-in electric vehicle market? Will the same 5 brands retain their lead spots next year too, or will we start to see some shifts?

Hyundai Ioniq 6, Tesla Model Y, Kia EV6, and Ford F-150 Lighting EVs

How Fast Is The US Auto Market Going To Switch To Electrified Vehicles?

By Justin Hart on November 23, 2022 - 4:25AM

The other day I shared a nice lunch and conversation with an older stranger at a winery. We talked about wine, the stories behind each bottle and label, and after a while the conversation turned to electrified vehicles. He was very interested to hear about my experiences and thoughts as he was considering purchasing his first EV or plug-in hybrid for himself, or possibly for his wife.

Ford F-150 Lightning Included in 2023 NACTOY Award Finalists

By Marc Stern on November 22, 2022 - 3:08PM

For the second year in a row, Ford has a finalist in the North American Car, Truck, Utility Award competition. The all-electric F-150 Lightning is in the running against a Chevy and a newcomer, Lordstown Motors.

Ford Recalls 450,000 F-150s To Repair Windshield Wiper Problem

By Marc Stern on November 22, 2022 - 2:01PM

Ford has recalled about 450,000 of its popular F-150 pickup line to replace a windshield wiper motor that is causing problems.

Ford Earns Top Ranking In 2022 J.D. Power Consumer Finance Study

By Marc Stern on November 19, 2022 - 8:40PM

For the sixth time in the last seven years, Ford Credit has earned a top ranking in the annual J.D. Power Credit Satisfaction Study.

Ford Offers New Off-Road Package While Expanding Off-Roadeos To All Bronco Sports

By Marc Stern on November 17, 2022 - 9:14PM

Ford has added a new off-road-oriented package to the Bronco Sport lineup. The Black Diamond package has been added to expand the off-road capabilities of the Bronco Sport and make off-roading more fun for owners. Meantime, owners can also take advantage of the off-roadeo Bronco experience, where they learn about the Bronco Sport's capability in a fun setting.

Winter’s Early Arrival Means That You Have To Check Your Vehicle For Safety

By Marc Stern on November 15, 2022 - 11:27PM

For many people winter's early arrival has them thinking about skiing, snowboarding, and other winter activities. For drivers, it means checking out their vehicles and fixing things in anticipation of driving in the snow and ice.

Upgrading your EcoBoost Engine During Repairs

Important EcoBoost Engine Upgrade Recommendation Whenever Timing Repairs are Done

By Timothy Boyer on November 12, 2022 - 7:52AM

If you are ever at the point where your Ford F-150 needs to have its timing assembly repaired or replaced, here is an important EcoBoost engine upgrade you will want to ask your mechanic to perform in addition to the work.

The Mechanics of Leaf-Drop Dictate How You Maneuver Behind The Wheel

By Marc Stern on November 11, 2022 - 3:09PM

The other day Torque News ran a piece about fall leaf drop and how it affected drivers. Today we decided to expand on the idea and explain the mechanics of leaf-drop and its effect on driving. Believe it or not, the mechanics of leaf drop on road surfaces can be very interesting.

Fall Driving Means You Have To Be Extra Careful

By Marc Stern on November 8, 2022 - 9:06PM

With the arrival of early darkness, early snows, and falling leaves drivers have to be extra careful as the seasons change.

Blown Head Gasket Problem with this EcoBoost Engine

Ford 4-Cylinder EcoBoost Engines are Failing Says Ford Mechanic

By Timothy Boyer on November 7, 2022 - 6:23PM

Here’s a recent update from a Ford mechanic on just why Ford’s 4-cylinder EcoBoost engines are failing car owners and shows what you need to look for when buying a used 4-cylinder Ford.

Ford Officially Introduces Transit Trail Van, Adding New Off-Roading Possibility

By Marc Stern on November 4, 2022 - 12:06PM

After Torque News teased about the intro of the new Transit Trail Life van, we have followed up with the official introduction which occurred this week.

Ford EcoBoost Engine Owners are Getting the Wrong Repair Part Warning

By Timothy Boyer on November 4, 2022 - 10:42AM

Into its second generation of the Ford EcoBoost engine, there remains a timing problem that continues, but does not go away for very long after a repair. Find out now what part this Ford mechanic says Ford owners need to make sure their garage is using when repairing their vehicle’s timing problem with the new and improved part rather than the old failing part Ford is reputedly still trying to unload onto its customers.

Ford Maintains Its Sales Momentum As October Sales Remain Strong

By Marc Stern on November 2, 2022 - 7:24PM

During October, Ford maintained its sales momentum across the board, leading the electric segment with its models.

Ford Recalls Transit Vans To Repair Defroster Problem

By Marc Stern on November 1, 2022 - 4:40PM

The popular Transit van has been recalled by Ford to repair a problem with the defroster/climate control system.

New Ford Super Duty Series Takes Triple-Crown With Best-In-Class Towing, Payload, Power

By Marc Stern on October 28, 2022 - 2:43PM

Although it was the second Ford Super Duty intro of the last couple of months, the automaker showed that its heavy-duty trucks are triple winners of the best-in-class.

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