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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's Compact Maverick Is An Interesting Model

Ford's Maverick Has Found A Clearly Needed Marketing Niche

By Marc Stern on October 21, 2021 - 10:35PM

Ford had a major introduction today. In the second big intro this year, the automaker debuted the compact Maverick pickup Hybrid. Torque News covered it extensively. In this piece, we discuss some of the potential origins of the compact pickup and talk about it as a "standard" model.

2022 Ford Maverick Pickup Earns Stunning MPG Rating

By John Goreham on October 21, 2021 - 7:24AM

The Ford Maverick Hybrid is now America’s most fuel-efficient pickup.

2022 Ford Bronco Sport Badlands Trim Is The Top-End Option

2022 Ford Bronco Sport Pricing Shows Range Of Increases

By Marc Stern on October 20, 2021 - 2:45PM

Ford has announced a wide range of price increases for its 2022 Ford Bronco Sport. The bump ranges from $50 for a basic Bronco Sport to much more for the top-end Badlands trim.

2021 Ford Lariat SuperCrew Earns Improved IIHS Safety Award

Ford F-150 Models Earn Improved IIHS Safety Ratings

By Marc Stern on October 17, 2021 - 1:27PM

The 2021 Ford F-150 is only the second large pickup to earn a major safety award from the Insurance Institute For Highway Safety.Thanks to improved headlights, the SuperCrew and Extended Cab versions of the pickup join the Ram 1500 as winners of the Top Safety Pick Award.

Ford Maverick Has A Solid First Sales Month

Strong September Propels Ford To Top Sales Position

By Marc Stern on October 14, 2021 - 11:43PM

Ford had a super sales month in September. Propelled by rising inventories and a slew of new products, Ford came out as the top-selling automaker last month.

Ford Loses Seat On Rivian Board With Departure Of Alexandra Ford English

By Carl Malek on October 14, 2021 - 12:46PM

Ford made waves when it revealed that it entered a strategic relationship with upstart EV company Rivian, but it appears that the company has suffered a key setback with the news that their representative on Rivian's board of directors Alexandria Ford English has left her role at the company

Ford To Deploy "Charging Angels" In Effort To Maintain Charging Network

By Carl Malek on October 11, 2021 - 4:42PM

The Ford F-150 Lightning and the Mustang Mach-E are shaping up to be a duo of electrified sales successes for Ford but they will also put increased demand on the company's charging network. The company has a plan though, and will deploy "charging angels" to help make sure things run smoothly.

Ford Timberline Expedition Can Easily Go Off-Grid

Ford Expedition Timberline Off-Grid Concept Elevates SUV’s Adventure-Ready Capability

By Marc Stern on October 11, 2021 - 2:43PM

Ford recently added an off-roading-capable Expedition to the 2022 SUV's lineup. Now, they have taken the Expedition Timberline to a new level.

Ford Adds Packages To The 2022 Mustang Lineup

Ford Adds Appearance, Performance Packages To 2022 Mustang Lineup

By Marc Stern on October 8, 2021 - 1:15PM

With the 2022 model year coming up, Ford adds two packages to the popular Mustang lineup.

New small pickups are redesigned for modern day work and fun

Consumer Reports Lists What's New in Small Pickup Trucks

By Timothy Boyer on October 7, 2021 - 4:45PM

Here is the latest need-to-know info on three makes and models of small pickup trucks that analysts from Consumer Reports offer in a vehicle break-down of useful info you need before deciding on a small pickup truck purchase.

2021 Wards Best Interior Winner, The Ford Mustang Mach-E

Ford’s Mustang Mach-E Wins 2nd Straight Wards Interior Honor

By Marc Stern on October 5, 2021 - 3:45PM

Ford products are no strangers to the Wards List of honors. In addition to other awards, for the second straight year, the Mustang Mach-E has been named to the Wards Best Interior List.

Image of Ford Mustang Mach-E by John Goreham

Ford Mustang Mach-E Deliveries Slow in Q3 - Trails Toyota RAV4 Prime

By John Goreham on October 4, 2021 - 1:04PM

Ford’s Q4 deliveries of the Mustang Mach-E have slowed a bit, but still did rather well in September.

85 Octane Gas may be wrong for your car.

How 85 Octane Fuel Can Destroy Your Engine And Void Your Warranty

By Timothy Boyer on October 4, 2021 - 10:57AM

According to the 2021 Ford F-150 owner’s manual, using the wrong gas will void your warranty! Here’s an explanation of what is going on and what it means to not just Ford owners, but other make and model car owners as well.

3rd Gen VelociRaptor From Hennessey Performance

Hennessey Turns F-150 Raptor Into 600-Horsepower VelociRaptor 600

By Marc Stern on October 3, 2021 - 3:04PM

Hennessey Performance has taken the Ford F-150 Raptor and turned it into the 600-horsepower VelociRaptor 600. Here's a look at how it was done.

2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E Gets Better Battery, Minor Changes For 2022

By Carl Malek on September 30, 2021 - 2:51PM

The Ford Mustang Mach-E has emerged as a very potent EV offering for Ford, but one complaint that has dogged it since its rollout into dealerships is that lower trims lack the range needed for long-distance commuting. Ford has solved this problem, with the company revealing that the electrified member of the Mustang family will get a bigger battery pack for 2022.

Michigan Governor Claims State Was Not Given Fair Shot At Ford's Blue Oval City Investment

By Carl Malek on September 29, 2021 - 8:40PM

Ford's Blue Oval City announcement sent shockwaves through the auto industry, but the plan is now facing early criticism from Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer who claims Michigan was snubbed by the company.

Tesla Crash Site Involving Police Vehicles

Analysis: Autonomous Safety Systems Coming, But Still Years Away

By Marc Stern on September 29, 2021 - 5:02PM

To listen to some automakers, the autonomous vehicle -- self-driving -- is here today as they believe that AI-controlled safety software is mature and ready. But it is? Our Torque New analysis doesn't agree.

Ford Plans Massive Investment of $11.4 Billion In Tennessee and Kentucky EV Factories

By Safet Satara on September 28, 2021 - 4:41PM

Not long after the news about the Ford cooperation with the battery recycling company Redwood Materials, Blue Oval announced the following dramatic and disruptive EV investments. In partnership with SK Innovation, Ford revealed its intentions to invest $11.4 billion in two manufacturing sites in Tennessee and the other in Kentucky.

New Ford Mega EV Campus Could Shift Tennessee To A Union Vehicle Manufacturing State

By John Goreham on September 27, 2021 - 9:03PM

Ford’s electric vehicle manufacturing investment in Tennesee could tip the balance and bring the UAW to VW's and Nissan's plants.

Image of Alexandra Ford English courtesy of Ford Media

With No Cars To Sell Ford Wants To Sell You a Non-Fungible Token

By John Goreham on September 27, 2021 - 3:58PM

Ford’s new way to expand revenue is merch and NFTs. Here’s what that means.

Do Champion Spark Plugs Really Belong in Chrysler’s and Lawn Mowers?

By Timothy Boyer on September 27, 2021 - 3:19PM

Here’s an informative instructional video on how a cylinder misfire problem in a Ford F-150 turned out to be a simple fix, and why you should really only use OEM parts when you can.

Ford Bronco Sport Is Not Smaller Than The Bronco Where It Matters Most - A Dimensional Analysis

By John Goreham on September 27, 2021 - 12:18PM

We examine the interior and exterior dimensions of the Ford Bronco Sport vs. the Bronco to clear up some misunderstandings about the size of these great SUV models.

Battery Recycling - Billion Dollar Business - Ford - Redwood Materials

Battery Recycling Could Be a Billion Dollar Business, and Ford Knows It

By Safet Satara on September 27, 2021 - 6:49AM

During 2020s, the world will face a massive problem with the disposal of EV car batteries. As Nature.com reports, one million electric vehicles could „comprise around 250,000 tonnes and half a million cubic meters “ of waste when these vehicles reach the end of their exploitation cycle.

Mach-E Police Interceptor rear quarter angle

Ford Mustang Mach-E Makes History, Becomes First EV To Pass Michigan State Police Evaluations

By Carl Malek on September 24, 2021 - 5:16PM

The Michigan State Police evaluation tests are one of the toughest tests a potential police vehicle can go through in the country. The brutal driving and capability tests push vehicles to their limits, but the Ford Mustang Mach-E has made history by being the first pure electric vehicle to pass the challenging gauntlet of tests.

The Four-Door Ford Bronco Named To The NACTOY List

Ford Bronco, Maverick Named Prestigious Car Competition Semifinalists

By Marc Stern on September 24, 2021 - 3:00PM

Ford has had two models named to the prestigious North American Car of the Year competition, the brand new Maverick, compact pickup, and the rugged, popular Bronco SUV, a returnee.

Ford Invests $50 Million Into Battery Recycler Redwood Materials

By Carl Malek on September 22, 2021 - 2:52PM

Ford's strong commitment to the EV market is unquestioned, but while models like the Mustang Mach-E and the 2022 F-150 Lightning are doing a good job of making consumers aware of the technology, the company is also beefing up its supply network with Ford revealing that it's investing $50 million into the upstart battery recycling firm Redwood Materials

Ford Unveils 2022 Expedition Adds New Options, Models To Lineup

By Marc Stern on September 22, 2021 - 2:48PM

Ford is increasing the off-road capability of its flagship SUV the Expedition. Indeed, the automaker has added new options and has evolved its new Timberline model.

2922 Ford Timberline Series Expedition Head-On

Ford Unveils 2022 Expedition Adds New Options, Models To Lineup

By Marc Stern on September 22, 2021 - 1:26PM

Ford plans updates and changes to its flagship full-sized SUV model for 2022. The automaker is adding to its offroad capability.

Tesla's online sales model vs Ford's sales model

Ford Is Out To Compete With Tesla, But Extensive Dealership Network Emerges As Key Weakness

By Carl Malek on September 20, 2021 - 4:36PM

Ford has an expansive web of dealerships in the U.S. but key provisions in franchise agreements for these facilities are shaping up to be a serious flaw in Ford's long-term plan to compete with Tesla.

Ford Bronco Sport, Mustang Mach-E Win J.D. Power APEAL Award Honors

By Marc Stern on September 20, 2021 - 3:25PM

Ford's Bronco Sport and the Mustang Mach-E have been honored by the J.D. Power and Associates APEAL Award.

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