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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.

Follow one of Torque News' Ford reporters Jimmy Dinsmore on Twitter at @driversside and send him tips for new Ford stories.

Ford August EV Sales Numbers Roar Strong With Massive Increase

By Carl Malek on September 2, 2022 - 2:46PM

Ford's EV push maybe controversial to some, but the company is already reaping the massive windfalls of this initiative with the company reporting a massive increase in EV related sales during the month of August

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Ford Marks Re-Opening Of U.S. Mustang Mach-E Order Banks

By Marc Stern on August 31, 2022 - 2:43PM

Ford has reopened the order banks for the 2023 Mustang Mach-E electric. At the same time, the automaker has announced the pricing for the new models and other details.

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Ford Recalls 2022 Transit Vans To Fix Backup Cameras

By Marc Stern on August 29, 2022 - 5:22PM

In another recent recall, Ford has recalled a number of Transit vans to repair its backup camera. The vehicle lacks an audio control module that must be installed and programmed.

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Ford Adds 58,000 Pickups To F-150 Driveshaft Recall

By Marc Stern on August 25, 2022 - 5:26PM

Ford has added another 58,000 F-150 pickups to its recall of the vehicles for problems with driveshaft insulators.

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Ford Marks Mustang's 7th Generation With A Detroit Stampede

By Marc Stern on August 24, 2022 - 3:39PM

As the Mustang enters its seventh generation, the automaker is marking the occasion with a Stampede at the Detroit Auto Show next month.

Jury Awards Huge Verdict In Super Duty Crash

Ford Slammed With $1.7B Verdict In Truck Crash; Plans Appeal

By Marc Stern on August 22, 2022 - 3:12PM

Following a years-long trial that resulted from a 2014 truck crash, the jury has awarded the plaintiffs $1.7 billion. They made a claim that a weak roof on a 2002 Ford F-150 Super Duty contributed to the deaths of their parents in the crash. Ford, which disputes the award, plans an appeal.

Ford CEO Discusses New Agreement With DTE Energy

Ford Partners With Green Power Firm To Move Toward Its Clean Energy Goal

By Marc Stern on August 18, 2022 - 3:35PM

Ford took a major step in meeting its clean energy goals by partnering with DTE Energy for 650 megawatts of power by 2025. The solar energy firm works with many major firms in meeting their energy goals.

1.7 Million Ford Midsized Models Probed For Brake Line Problems

NHTSA Opens Probe Into Front Brake Hose Problems In 1.7M Midsized Sedans

By Marc Stern on August 17, 2022 - 12:08PM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened an investigation into front brake hose failures in 1.7 million midsized sedans. The probe into Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ sedans follows recall two years ago of Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX models. The agency received 50 complaints of similar problems in the sedans and the result is the new probe.

When There's Noise Coming from a Ford...Listen

Most Common Source of Axle Noise on Ford Trucks

By Timothy Boyer on August 13, 2022 - 12:28PM

Here’s are two useful videos about the most common source of axle noise on Fords trucks that will demonstrate how to recognize a problem is beginning and what needs to be done before catastrophic damage happens.

Ford Celebrates Original 1966 Bronco With New Bronco And Bronco Sport Heritage Edition

By Marc Stern on August 12, 2022 - 2:25PM

More than 55 years ago, the Ford Bronco first appeared. Now, in honor of those first Broncos, the automaker has introduced special edition models of the current Bronco that are both retro and new.

Ford Reopens Order Banks For 2023 Lightning Electric

Ford To Reopen Lightning Orders; Maintains Some Prices, Raises Others

By Marc Stern on August 10, 2022 - 3:03PM

With Ford reopening its order banks for the F-150 Lightning, the automaker is averaging a $6,000 to $8,500 increase in pricing for new models.

Ford Increases F-150 Lightning Pricing For 2023, Cites Strong Demand

By Carl Malek on August 9, 2022 - 10:12PM

Ford recently revealed that it was reopening the order books for several of its models. One of these models is the 2023 F-150 Lightning, which has seen an impressive amount of consumer demand and sales. However, in addition to some welcome updates, the Lightning is also going up in price.

Wall St. Journal Takes Aim At Ford Success And It Misses

By Marc Stern on August 6, 2022 - 6:56PM

We know that the news from Washington and the major world capitals slows down in August. It's the month in Europe when folks take their vacations and it is the time in Washington when everyone escapes the oppressive heat and humidity. Because life slows down appreciably, there are fewer easy headlines for reporters to write cover and write about. What better time to do a hit piece on a successful automaker like Ford?

Exploding Airbag Claims New Victim In Continuing Takata Airbag Recall

By Marc Stern on August 5, 2022 - 4:54PM

The ongoing Takata exploding airbag safety recall claimed another victim last month as a young driver from Pensacola, Florida, was killed by an exploding airbag housing. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the relatively minor traffic accident turned fatal when the airbag housing exploded, striking the driver with shrapnel from the airbag housing.

Ford Launches The Maverick Tremor; Joins Others In Truck Space

Like Its Other Trucks, The Maverick Shows Ford Truck Flexibility

By Marc Stern on August 1, 2022 - 3:48PM

Ford has history of finding, creating, and dominating market segments. Through the years, it has jumped into the small truck space with the Courier and later into the midsized truck arena with the Ranger. The automaker left the compact truck market for a while but now has rejoined it with the Maverick. And, now Ford is expanding its Maverick lineup with the Maverick Tremor.

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Ford Announces Important News About Bronco Sport, Maverick, Edge, Explorer, and Ranger's Availability

By John Goreham on August 1, 2022 - 8:17AM

If you have been hoping to buy one of Ford’s most popular models. There is good news coming.

Ford Adds This Important Feature To 2023 Maverick Tremor Pickup

By John Goreham on August 1, 2022 - 7:50AM

Ford has announced an exciting new trim for the Ford Maverick. Here’s one of the key features that will be added and why it matters.

Why Some Mechanics Won't Properly Diagnose Your Car Problem

Sad Day for Ford Owners Says Mechanic When Dealership Won’t Diagnose Your Car Problem

By Timothy Boyer on July 30, 2022 - 9:06AM

Here’s why a dealership service department might not bother to diagnose your car problem and why you should always have a backup mechanic plan for a second opinion. Plus, how to diagnose a spongy brake problem on your own.

Ford Expands Number of Vehicles With Hands-Free BlueCruise

Ford’s BlueCruise Rolls Up More Hands-Free Mileage Every Day

By Marc Stern on July 29, 2022 - 2:23PM

The automotive world is moving toward hands-free or autonomous driving. In some cases, it is using small steps as it adds to the number of vehicles covered (Ford), while in other cases it is adding large numbers (Tesla). Meantime, the NHTSA is watching and investigating.

Ford Offers Police Departments Special Police Work Truck

Ford Adds Police Truck To Already Potent F-150 Pickup Line

By Marc Stern on July 28, 2022 - 3:42PM

As you would expect from an automaker that has offered police departments specialized vehicles for the last 70 years, Ford has continued the policy with the addition of the Ford F-150 Lighting Police Work Truck. It is quite a vehicle.

NHTSA Probes Bronco Engines, GM Cameras, Other Stellantis Issues

NHTSA Has Busy Day Probing 2M Ford, GM, Stellantis Vehicles

By Marc Stern on July 27, 2022 - 3:59PM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration was busy this week as it launched investigations into Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis. The probes involves almost 2 million vehicles.

Ford Looks To Robotics To Help Disabled With EV Charging

Ford Looks To Robots To Help Disabled With EV Charging

By Marc Stern on July 25, 2022 - 6:25PM

In the future, drivers of all types, from the totally fit to the disabled, will have to wrestle with vehicle charging. For the disabled, charging could prove challenging so Ford is looking to robotics to assist the disabled with their EV charging chores.

Ford EcoBoost Engine Problems All Ford Owners and Used Car Shoppers Should Understand

By Timothy Boyer on July 23, 2022 - 4:53PM

Here’s a recent warning to Ford owners and used car shoppers considering buying any of the 4-cylinder EcoBoost engines that are known to have this common problem that can be prohibitively expensive.

What You Need to Know About the New Version of the Ford Raptor R V8 Engine

By Timothy Boyer on July 22, 2022 - 7:09PM

Here’s the latest on the updated version of the 5.2L supercharged Ford V8 Raptor engine that shows just how this ICE monster really does earn its name.

Ford Lightning Is Planning Major Layoff To Help Fund Future EVs

Ford May Lay Off Up To 8K Workers To Help Fund Electrics

By Marc Stern on July 21, 2022 - 4:39PM

Ford may lay off up to 8,000 white-collar workers to provide a major funding boost for its electric vehicle push.

Hyundai Ioniq 7, Ioniq 5, and Kona EV with Kia EV9, EV6 and Niro EV

Hyundai and Kia Offer The Most EV SUV And Crossover Models Under $50,000 MSRP

By Justin Hart on July 21, 2022 - 2:52PM

I just wrapped up a visit with my auntie and uncle in Kauai. They want to purchase either a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) or electric (EV) subcompact - midsize SUV/crossover. My family are most concerned about seating position, cargo and passenger volume, and adequate ground clearance. To help them and others looking for similar vehicles at somewhere near the average price of a new vehicle, I have collected information on all such vehicles currently or soon to go on sale in the U.S (by end of 2023).

Ford Puts V-8 Power Under The Hood of the Raptor R

Ford Puts 5.2-Liter V-8 Power Under The Raptor R Hood

By Marc Stern on July 18, 2022 - 7:11PM

While we have already speculated on the transmission for the just-introduced F-150 Raptor R, Torque News has also learned that the powerplant for the desert racer is the 5.2-liter V-8 used in the Shelby GT-500. This puts the Raptor R next to the Ram 1500 TRX in terms of performance.

Ford F-150 Raptor R Is Coming Up Really Fast (Monday)

Ford Plans Intro Of Exciting New F-150 Raptor R

By Marc Stern on July 15, 2022 - 6:29PM

With only three days and counting, Ford will introduce the exciting and more powerful new F-150 Raptor R. There will be few telltales on the outside, but under the hood there will be another story.

Ford Expedition Recalled By Ford Over Possible Underhood Fire

Ford Finds Cause Of SUV Fires; Also Announces Remedies

By Marc Stern on July 11, 2022 - 5:10PM

About two months ago, Ford told drivers to park their Expedition and Navigator SUVs outdoors because there was the possibility of an underhood fire that could cause problems. Now, the automaker has found the causes of the fires. It has announced one set of fixes for the problem, while the second set is on the way.

Ford Misfiring Engine Problem? Check This Out First Before Going to Your Mechanic

By Timothy Boyer on July 10, 2022 - 9:47AM

Here’s a quick fix toward a common engine misfiring problem with this generation of Ford engines that you can DIY without having to resort to taking it to a mechanic.

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