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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 F-150 Transmission Leak Warning

By Timothy Boyer on January 19, 2023 - 8:46AM

Does your Ford F-150 have an ongoing transmission leak problem? Find out now about common leak points that are often misdiagnosed.

Ford Bronco, Maverick Keep Winning Awards; This Time C/D’s ‘10Best Trucks, SUVs’

By Marc Stern on January 17, 2023 - 3:23PM

Ford's Bronco, which has garnered its share of attention, has added to its list of honors by being named Car and Driver's "10Best SUV." Meantime, the popular compact Maverick pickup was named the publication's "10Best Trucks."

Ford Is Developing New EV Platform For Its Next-Gen Cars

By Armen Hareyan on January 16, 2023 - 11:35PM

What Happens When Engine Oil is Not Changed

Common Way Ford Owners Destroy Their Triton Engines

By Timothy Boyer on January 12, 2023 - 6:18PM

While some Ford engines are notorious for major engine damage due to design, factory assembly, and parts issues, in truth not all blame goes to Ford. Discover now a common way Ford owners wind up destroying their trucks that is absolutely insane!

iSeeCars Study Shows Ford F-150, Escape Among Top 10 Used Vehicles Sought In 2022

By Marc Stern on January 12, 2023 - 5:51PM

The Ford F-150 pickup and the Escape crossover remained popular vehicles with customers last year as many buyers were forced into the used-car market by high prices.

Ford Lightning Takes NACTOY Truck Honors Following MotorTrend Victory

By Marc Stern on January 11, 2023 - 3:09PM

Ford's F-150 Lightning electric continues to rack up its share of prestigious automotive awards as the pickup has now been named winner of the North American Truck of the Year Award.

VW ID.4, Tesla Model Y, Hyundai Ionic 5, Hyundai Kona, Kia Niro, and Kia EV6

Top 5 EV Makers In The U.S. Hold Approximately 92 Percent Market Share In 2022

By Justin Hart on January 11, 2023 - 2:40PM

Some may say that 2022 was the year that electric vehicles (EVs) really took off, saleswise, or (finally) began to rapidly increase market share in the U.S. It is certainly true that electric vehicles sold in larger numbers than ever before in the U.S. last year, and almost every automaker is hurriedly bringing new EVs to market too. But how big are these increases really, and which automakers are capturing the most EV market share?

Caveats to YouTube Video Truck Repair Advice

Fix That Old Hard to Start Ford Truck

By Timothy Boyer on January 9, 2023 - 11:44AM

Here’s a simple diagnosis and fix for an old Ford Truck that refused to start. Plus, an important caveat to this repair video.

Ford’s Compact Maverick Hybrid Jumps To The Top Of Consumer Reports List, Bumps Honda

By Marc Stern on January 8, 2023 - 5:07PM

As Ford's compact pickup, the Maverick, remains wildly popular with customers, it has also become popular with Consumer Reports. Indeed, the Maverick bumped the Honda Ridgeline as the publication's top pickup.

Despite Sky High Pricing Now, EV Pricing Is Expected To Fall

By Marc Stern on January 6, 2023 - 4:34PM

EVs are facing a problem right now relating primarily to the fact that the auto industry is diving headfirst into the electric car space, and it is having an effect on EV pricing.

Image of Ford Mustang Mach-E by John Goreham.

Ford & Chevy Pull Ahead of EV Competitors With U.S. Delivery Increases

By John Goreham on January 6, 2023 - 12:26PM

We break down the U.S.- market battery-electric vehicle deliveries by model for 2022. Ford’s and GM’s 2022 deliveries in the U.S. market show that three brands are now making a meaningful volume of battery-electric vehicles.

Ford's F-Series Trucks: The Best-Selling Pickup for 46 Consecutive Years!

By Marc Stern on January 5, 2023 - 4:15PM

For the 46th consecutive year, the F-Series has again led the market in sales, a position that it has held for nearly half-a-century.

VW Joins Ford, Stellantis With Another Takata-Related Recall

By Marc Stern on January 2, 2023 - 11:10PM

And the beat of the Takata airbag recall continues to go on nearly two decades after it started. This time Volkswagen has joined Ford and Stellantis in recalling a number of VW Beetles to repair defective driver's side airbags that may explode.

The Worst Cars, SUVs, And Trucks You Can Buy In 2023

By Timothy Boyer on December 30, 2022 - 8:40PM

Here’s the latest from a car consultant who warns car, SUV, and truck shoppers the vehicles that he has tested that are the worst you can buy in 2023. Spoiler alert---the Ford F-150 Lightning is one of them!

After A Year Of Success, Ford Leads In A Dubious Category

By Marc Stern on December 29, 2022 - 2:11PM

Yes, it has been quite a year for Ford Motor Co. with its successful introduction and sale of new models like its electric truck the F-150 Lightning and its compact pickup, the Maverick. On the other hand, Ford set a rather dubious record for 2022 with the highest number of recalls for the year.

2022 Was Quite A Year For Ford With New Models, A Prestigious Award, And Huge Demand

By Marc Stern on December 28, 2022 - 7:44PM

This year has been quite a big one for Ford, with a new model proving so attractive to buyers that the reservation period is over, and buyers won't have their compact pickups until sometime next year. Also, the Lightning continues to attract new buyers to the electric pickup.

2022 Saw Takata Airbag Recall Deaths Grow By 5

By Marc Stern on December 23, 2022 - 4:10PM

With all of the notoriety, spot programs, and continuing recalls, the Takata airbag safety recalls continue to impact drivers more than 10 years in. Just last month, Stellantis and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration urged the owners of many models made by the automaker to park them until the repairs were made. Few have done so.

Bone-Chilling Cold Snap Requires Extra Electric Vehicle Care

By Marc Stern on December 22, 2022 - 11:11PM

Ford has some good advice for owners of electric vehicles as the weather turns bitingly cold and nasty.

Maverick Hybrid AWD Image by John Goreham

The One Change 2023 Ford Maverick Owners and Shoppers Want Most

By John Goreham on December 22, 2022 - 2:55PM

The Ford Maverick pickup truck is a big hit. However, there is one important thing many owners and shoppers of the Ford Maverick would like to see changed. Here’s what they say when polled.

Ford Gives Mustang Owners Best Christmas Gift Ever – More Horsepower

By Marc Stern on December 19, 2022 - 1:45PM

In what you might consider an early Christmas gift, Ford is giving Mustang customers more horsepower with upgrades to its 5.0-liter V-8, among other engines. It's is quite a treat.

The Importance of OEM Parts When Upgrading Your Old Ford

Common Mistake Ford Truck Owners Make Upgrading Their Engine

By Timothy Boyer on December 17, 2022 - 10:31AM

Discover now a common mistake many truck owners make when upgrading their engine with one example involving an aftermarket part and the brands that are often at fault.

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.

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