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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 Mustang GT and Shelby GT500 Lead Market Segment

As Mustang GT Celebrates 58th Birthday, It Is Named World's Best-Selling Sports Coupe

By Marc Stern on April 16, 2022 - 2:11PM

The Ford Mustang GT, which is celebrating its 58th birthday, has been named the leader in its market segment for the seventh straight time.

2021 Ford F-150s Recalled To Fix Data Module Program

Ford Recalls 50,000 F-150 Pickups To Fix Transmission Issue

By Marc Stern on April 13, 2022 - 3:14PM

In another major recall, Ford has recalled nearly 50,000 2021 F-150 pickups to repair a problem with a false diagnostic issue that shuts down the transmission and stops the pickup, increasing the risk of a crash.

Ford Recalls Transit Connects To Fix WIndshield Problem

Ford Recalls 40,000 Transit Connects To Fix Windshield Problem

By Marc Stern on April 11, 2022 - 4:24PM

Ford has begun a new round of vehicle safety moves with the recall of 40,000 Transit Connect vans to repair a potential windshield problem.

Ford GT Special Edition Honors Le Mans Victors

Special GT Heritage Edition Honors Victory Of Ford GT40 MK II At Le Mans

By Marc Stern on April 10, 2022 - 7:56PM

When the Ford GT 40 MK II team took the track at the 24 Hours of Le Mans no one knew that when the race was completed that the Dearborn automaker would have a 1-2-3 victory sweep. At this year's New York Auto Show, Ford will show a limited-edition GT that honors the 1965 winning team.

Ford Bronco Raptor GOAT Mode Complemented by Display

New 12-Inch Display Complements Bronco Raptor GOAT Capability

By Marc Stern on April 9, 2022 - 2:17PM

With the debut of the Bronco Raptor coming rapidly, there's a lot of information about coming from the automaker. For example, there's a new 12-inch display that complements the Bronco Raptor's GOAT (Goes Over Any Type of Terrain) Mode.

Ford Has Recalled 400,000 Pickups, Medium-Duty Trucks, and SUVs to fix trailer brake problem

Ford Recalls 400K Pickups, Trucks, SUVs To Fix Trailer Brake Problem

By Marc Stern on April 8, 2022 - 2:30PM

In another major recall, Ford has recalled nearly 400,000 pickups, medium-duty trucks, and SUVs to repair a trailer-brake problem. The software problem can increase braking distances when you are towing also increasing the risk of crashes.

2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT is Like an Electrified Horse In The Wild

By Armen Hareyan on April 8, 2022 - 11:49AM

Ford Mustang Mach-E GT's top driving mode is called just that: Unbridled. In this review, we will take a look at the different specs and qualities of the 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT, which Torque News was test-driving this week.

Image of WildPeak A/T Trail tires by John Goreham

Falken WildPeak A/T Trail Tire Review - Initial Impressions & MPG Impact

By John Goreham on April 7, 2022 - 3:55PM

We test Falken’s WildPeak A/T Trail tires on a popular crossover SUV model. Here’s how to know if these tires are right for you.

Ford F-150 Lightning To Pace Martinsville NASCAR Cup Events

Ford F-150 Lightning To Pace NASCAR Cup Events At Martinsville

By Marc Stern on April 6, 2022 - 7:17PM

The Ford F-150 Lightning, Ford's newest entry in the electric pickup truck market, will pace this weekend's NASCAR Cup Series at Martinsville. The drivers are excited about the prospect of seeing the powerful electric.

Ford Transmissions Have a Coolant Line Problem

Ford Mechanic Talks About Transmissions That Self Destruct

By Timothy Boyer on April 5, 2022 - 4:04PM

An experienced Ford mechanic offers this warning to Ford owners who may not be aware that their transmission may be one of those known to self-destruct, but can potentially be averted if you know where to look for the developing problem with these specific transmissions.

Ford Recalls Bronco Sport, Escapes to fix potential fire hazard

Ford Recalls 350K Escapes, Broncos To Fix Potential Fire Hazard

By Marc Stern on April 4, 2022 - 10:31PM

About 350,000 Ford Escapes and Bronco Sports have been recalled by the automaker to repair a potential fire hazard as the oil separator on the 1.5-liter engine may crack and there is the potential for oil to be sprayed on a hot engine;

Image of Ford Mustang Mach-E by John Goreham

Affordable Electric Crossovers Still Only Available In Tiny Numbers - Ford Leads

By John Goreham on April 4, 2022 - 1:55PM

There exists a long list of EV crossovers in America with a consumer cost under $45K from which to choose. Ford is ahead, but none of the brands offer any significant volume of deliveries. Hybrids, on the other hand...

Ford Maverick Pickup Within Striking Distance Of Second Place In Deliveries In Its Segment

By John Goreham on April 4, 2022 - 11:45AM

The new Ford Maverick pickup truck is now selling at a rate that surpasses many competitors. Let’s use some other trucks as a comparison to see how well it is selling.

Death Trap Ford F-150! Limp Mode? Asks Mechanic

By Timothy Boyer on April 2, 2022 - 10:31AM

Here’s a new video that will help car owners understand correctly what “Limp Mode” really means. Plus, learn how to DIY diagnose your Ford F-150 or other vehicle’s brake system when your vehicle's braking symptoms are telling you it's about to become a death trap.

Ford's Newly Introduced F-150 Rattler, an entry-level off-roader

Ford Unveils Rattler, Aimed At Entry-Level Off-Roading Crowd

By Marc Stern on April 1, 2022 - 4:19PM

Ford has a lot going on, right now. Indeed, the offerings can look downright schizophrenic when you take a long look. For example, it has a slew of electric offerings and plans to go all-electric later in the decade. Now, though the automaker is offering both its electrics and internal-combustion versions like its new, entry-level off-roader, the Rattler.

Testing the Mustang Mach-E: EV SUV That Immediately Attracts Attention

By Armen Hareyan on April 1, 2022 - 8:40AM

This week I am testing the pre-production Ford Mustang Mach-E and I absolutely love it. It's got great power, great handling, 285 miles of range per single charge and a reasonable price for the category.

Ford, GT350 Owners Square Off In Suit Over Voodoo Engine

By Marc Stern on March 31, 2022 - 1:11PM

In a class-action lawsuit that Ford is contesting owners of Shelby Mustang GT350s are battling to show that there is a problem with some of the 5.2-liter V-8 "track-ready" engines used in the iconic vehicle.

Diagnosing a Ford F-150 Without a Scan Tool

Old School Diagnosing a 1990 Ford F-150

By Timothy Boyer on March 29, 2022 - 3:48PM

Here’s a middle-aged truck bought by a teenager on a tight budget, and it’s not running like it should---is it junk, or can it be diagnosed the old school way? Find out now with an informative video that shows a little bit at how engine diagnosis is done without firing away with the parts cannon or using a scan tool in order to target the problem.

EPA Completes Range Testing Of Ford Lightning

EPA Completes Range-Testing For F-150 Lightnings

By Marc Stern on March 28, 2022 - 3:53PM

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has completed its range measurements of Ford's electric truck, the F-150 Lightning. With the extended range option, Lightning owners can expect over 300 miles of drive time until they have to charge again.

Ford F-150 Lightning Undergoes Tough Testsing

Ford Engineers Test Lightnings In Tough Situations To Make Sure Everything Is Okay

By Marc Stern on March 27, 2022 - 6:28PM

There is something to be said for testing, especially electric vehicles. The conventional thinking has always been that battery-powered EVs would have serious weather problems as extreme cold and heat sap battery strength. That's why Ford's engineers put their electric pickup Lightning through a number for grueling tests.

Ford Has Recalled 2022 Escape and Corsair Hybrids To Fix A Battery Problem

Ford Recalls Escape, Corsair Hybrids To Fix Battery Problem

By Marc Stern on March 25, 2022 - 11:06PM

Ford recalled 2022 Escape and Lincoln Corsair hybrids to repair a problem with the high-voltage battery that could cause them to lose power.

Ford Recalls 300K Pickup-based Vehicles To Fix Brake Problem

Ford Recalls 300K F-150s, Navigators, Expeditions To Fix Brake Cylinder Problem

By Marc Stern on March 23, 2022 - 3:25PM

The Ford Motor Co. has recalled 300,000 vehicles based on the F-150 chassis to fix a master brake cylinder problem.

Kia EV6, Hyundai Ioniq 5, Ford Mustang Mach-E

Kia EV6 and Hyundai Ioniq 5 both Outsold Ford Mustang Mach-E in February

By Justin Hart on March 22, 2022 - 3:11PM

In the short time that Kia’s EV6 has been on sale in the U.S. (since early February), it is already outselling the best selling non-Tesla EV from 2021, the Ford Mustang Mach-E. To be clear, that is for only a single month of sales, so far. But Kia’s EV6 isn’t the only Korean EV outselling Ford, Hyundai’s Ioniq 5 also outsold the Mustang Mach-E last month. Note, February was only the second month the Ioniq 5 was on sale in the U.S.

2021 Ford Bronco Wildtrak Review: Retro Spirit and Genuinely Fun SUV

By Armen Hareyan on March 21, 2022 - 7:43PM

The 2021 Ford Bronco comes with all the tools to rival the Jeep Wrangler. Without being too mistaken, we can say that the arrival of the Ford Bronco was one of the big news of the past year in the automotive world. In this review of the 2021 Ford Bronco Wildtrak I am going to focus on my first moments behind the wheel of the model.

Ford recalls 157,000 2021 F-150s to repair windshield wiper motor issue.

Ford To Recall 157K 2021 F-150 Pickups To Repair Faulty Front Wiper Motor

By Marc Stern on March 21, 2022 - 2:49PM

Ford will recall 157,000 2021 F-150 pickups to repair a problem with the windshield wiper motor. The front motor may fail due to several factors including poor adhesives and the wrong torque.

Ford Recalls 80,000 Edge Crossovers to Repair Backup Camera Issues

Ford Recalls 80,000 Edge Crossovers To Fix Backup Camera System

By Marc Stern on March 19, 2022 - 5:00PM

Ford has recalled 80,000 Edge crossovers to fix issues with the backup camera. Owners will be notified of the recall at the end of April.

Ford Puma Leads Automaker's European Sales

Ford Europe To Add Seven All-Electric, Connected Vehicles By 2024

By Marc Stern on March 16, 2022 - 2:28PM

Ford announced this week that its European fleet will be electric by the middle of the decade. The move, which has started in America, will continue with at least seven new vehicles in the next few years.

Study Highlights Disconnect Between Pricey EVs and Real Shopper Expectations

By John Goreham on March 15, 2022 - 11:16AM

The automotive press adores high-priced electric vehicles. This study reveals why most EVs are way outside the range that most buyers can afford to spend.

Fun Fact: The Ford Maverick Is Larger Inside Than The Ranger

By John Goreham on March 14, 2022 - 1:48PM

We compare the smaller Ford Ranger to the larger Ford Maverick. Here is the tale of the tape.

2022 Base Ford Maverick Hybrid XL FWD Review -You Had Me At Steelies

By John Goreham on March 14, 2022 - 11:18AM

Ford’s new 2022 Maverick Hybrid is exactly what so many buyers have been looking for - simple, affordable, practical, and charming.

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