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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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Custom Hummer Designer Launches Special-Edition F-150 supertruck

By Jimmy Dinsmore on April 2, 2020 - 10:16AM

Mil-Spec Automotive offers new line of Ford F-150 trucks with aggressive, unique styling plus high-performance ability. Mil-Spec Automotive F-150 is rugged and powerful.

The GT350 Shelby Mustang To Be Discontinued

By Jimmy Dinsmore on April 2, 2020 - 8:50AM

Ford will cease production of the 2020 Mustang Shelby GT350 to make room for 2021 Mustang Mach 1. The GT500 Shelby Mustang will continue, however.

A 2020 Ford F-100 Heritage Edition Would Be Perfect Send Off For 13th Generation Ford F-Series

By Jimmy Dinsmore on April 1, 2020 - 10:27AM

45 years after Ford changed the name of the F-150, they should pay homage to F-100.
In 1975, Ford officially changed the name of the F-100 to the F-150. As a show of respect to truck heritage it would’ve been nice if Ford had produced a special-edition F-100 Heritage edition.

Ford Delays Plan To Restart Line; Will Build Ventilators

By Marc Stern on April 1, 2020 - 12:06AM

The Ford Motor Co. in a major reversal has reversed a plan to reopen its assembly plants beginning April 6 with the Hermosillo site, followed by other major sites. The automaker will be building 50,000 ventilators to help the COVID-19 crisis.

Hennessey Venom 775 F-150 Embarrasses Mustang GT350 On Dragstrip

By Jimmy Dinsmore on March 31, 2020 - 12:21PM

Hennessey Performance created YouTube video to show how their modified F-150 Venom 775 can outperform a stock Mustang GT350 on a drag strip. The competition is not even close, as video shows.

Ford May Reopen Factories In Early April

Ford, Automakers Should Consider Delaying Reopening Closed Lines A Bit Longer

By Marc Stern on March 30, 2020 - 10:46PM

With Ford considering reopening its shuttered plants on April 6, some wonder if they shouldn't delay their restart until the end of April.

An F-150 With A Tactical Edge: 2020 Roush F-150 5.11 Tactical Edition

By Jimmy Dinsmore on March 30, 2020 - 1:32PM

Roush Performance teams with California clothing maker Tactical 5.11 to create limited edition Ford F-150. Only 150 units of this special-edition, high performance pickup will be produced.

Roush Performance Ford F-150 Trucks Eligible For 84-Month No-Interest Financing

By Jimmy Dinsmore on March 28, 2020 - 1:22PM

Interest-free offer is good on 2019 Roush F-150 trucks only. 2020 model year F-150s do not appear eligible. Goal is to spur activity and drive up consumer confidence for some of these special-edition trucks and get them off the car lots.

Ford Team Stepped Up To Assist Another Epidemic, Polio, 72 Years Ago

By Marc Stern on March 27, 2020 - 3:24PM

It was another era and the times were different. It was another epidemic with a different outcome, yet Ford stepped up 72 years ago and in only 10 days came up with a functioning iron lung for polio victims.

New Suspension And Possibly V8 Coming To 2021 Ford F-150 Raptor

By Jimmy Dinsmore on March 27, 2020 - 11:03AM

Ford positions its performance, off-road Raptor to battle the Ram Rebel TRX. 2021 Ford F-150 Raptor will also get a new design a new suspension and possibly a new engine.

Ford Recalls Quarter-Million Fiestas, Fusions For Door Latch Repairs

By Marc Stern on March 26, 2020 - 3:36PM

Ford's recall team was busy yesterday as the automaker announced three recalls affecting more than 250,000 vehicles. The biggest recall of the bunch was a recall affecting more than a quarter-million Ford Fiesta, Ford Fusion, and Lincoln MKZ to fix a door latch problem. The problem affects primarily cars in warm areas.

Ford Looking At April 6 To Restart Production; Good News for 2021 Ford F-150 And Other New Vehicles

By Jimmy Dinsmore on March 26, 2020 - 9:43AM

With so many new vehicles planned, Ford has to strategically work toward getting their assembly plants back up and functional, while also taking proper safety measures for COVID-19. Production restarting should be good news for next-generation F-150, 2021 Mustang Mach-E and 2021 Ford Bronco.

2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E Order Bank Opens May 11

By Jimmy Dinsmore on March 25, 2020 - 1:05PM

Reservations for the all-electric Mustang crossover will soon turn to actual orders. Dealers prepare to place actual orders for Mustang Mach-E. Will Ford finally release the actual order numbers?

2021 Ford F-150 and 2021 Ford Bronco Will Share Some Paint Colors

By Jimmy Dinsmore on March 25, 2020 - 9:18AM

Ford announced some new colors for upcoming 14th generation F-150 while also discontinuing some popular paint choices. 2021 Ford Bronco will share a few of those color palettes with F-150 while also getting some of its own unique color choices.

Will Gasoline Under $1.00 Encourage V-8 Sales, It's Very Doubtful

By Marc Stern on March 24, 2020 - 9:53PM

A little while ago, Jimmy Dinsmore asked the question will cheap gas encourage V-8s, his answer was a very strong, maybe. Today, I asked the same question regarding V-6s versus V-8s and I found that the answer tended toward the V-6.

Ford Helps Make Medical Devices From F-150 Parts

By Jimmy Dinsmore on March 24, 2020 - 1:40PM

Ford works with 3M, GE, UAW to speed production of medical respirators and face shields for healthcare workers. Parts made from F-150 will help Corona virus patients and first responders.

2020 Ford F-150 3.0-liter Power Stroke engine

2020 Ford F-150 Power Stroke vs. 2020 Ram EcoDiesel: Half-Ton Diesel Showdown

By Jimmy Dinsmore on March 24, 2020 - 11:23AM

Ford’s Power Stroke Diesel engine, when compared to Ram’s EcoDiesel shows many differences, but many similarities. Both 3.0-liter turbo diesels offer options for pickup truck buyers.

For 2021 Ford F-150 It’s Out With Some Old Colors And In With Some New Ones

By Jimmy Dinsmore on March 23, 2020 - 9:48AM

Ford introduces some new colors for 2021 F-150 and also will discontinue other colors. 2021 Ford F-150 will be the 14th generation of the F-Series.

Ford May Not Produce The 3.0-liter Diesel Power Stroke For Next-Generation F-150

By Jimmy Dinsmore on March 22, 2020 - 11:36AM

Baby Power Stroke diesel engine for Ford F-150 expanded Ford’s pickup truck offering, but will it stick around? Small diesel engine for F-150 is part of “truck for every customer” plan. Offers big towing capability in fuel-efficient way.

Car Buying In A Corona Economy; What Ford Is Doing for Confidence and Financial Support

By Jimmy Dinsmore on March 21, 2020 - 11:17AM

84-month loans, interest-free loans and deferred payments are trendy right now for carmakers like Ford. Despite the inconvenience, some good is coming from the corona virus and social distancing necessity.

Ford Says Future Vehicles, Including Next-Generation Ford F-150, And F-150 Hybrid, Not Interrupted By Corona Virus

By Jimmy Dinsmore on March 20, 2020 - 10:28AM

Ford is facing many other delays, shutdowns and interruptions due to the Corona Virus fall out. Plants have closed, and stock dividends are suspended, but as of now, vehicle development is not impacted.

Ford Temporarily Shutters Plants Due To Virus

As The Coronavirus Spreads, Ford Shutters Plants To Keep Workers Safe

By Marc Stern on March 20, 2020 - 9:33AM

As the coronavirus crisis spreads and deepens Ford has taken actions to protect its personnel. The manufacturer has shuttered its Michigan Assembly Plant -- and others -- so they can be cleaned and disinfected for their reopening at the end of the month.

Ford Offers Payment Relief For New Car Buyers

By Jimmy Dinsmore on March 19, 2020 - 12:00PM

“Built to Lend a Hand” program provides new car buyers peace of mind for those suffering financial issues thanks to fallout from corona virus.

Lower Gas Prices Could Mean An Increase in Sales Of V8 Ford F-150

By Jimmy Dinsmore on March 19, 2020 - 10:16AM

Could there be a surge in sales of V8-powered Ford F-150 trucks due to lower gas prices? The V8 engine option for Ford F-150 has been tailing off in popularity for several years and now trails Ecoboost engines in sales volume.

2020 Roush/Ford F-150 Add-Ons Help Raptor's Performance

By Marc Stern on March 18, 2020 - 5:23PM

For 2020, Roush Performance has added some exciting tweaks to its Raptor upgrades. The tweaks include a new set of front brakes and exciting interior and exterior trims.

Frozen Door Latch for Ford F-150 Settlement Far From Settled

By Jimmy Dinsmore on March 18, 2020 - 3:11PM

With the frozen door latch issue for Ford F-150, owners feel inconvenienced, and uncompensated.

You Don’t Have to Wait For the Ford Ranger Raptor To Have An Off-Road Ranger

By Jimmy Dinsmore on March 17, 2020 - 11:32AM

New conversion kit can turn any 2019-2020 Ford Ranger into the ultimate off-road truck. FX2 Package is an affordable option to add off-ruggedness to Ranger.

Who Exactly Is Eligible for The Ford F-150 Class-Action $400 Settlement?

By Jimmy Dinsmore on March 16, 2020 - 1:39PM

Ford F-150 class-action settlement over 2017-2019 Ford F-150 and Ford F-Series pickup trucks leaves some owners curious if they’re eligible to $400 payment. Kommer v. Ford Motor Company case settled, but what it means for Ford F-150 owners remains to be seen.

Ford, Concerned By Coronavirus, Delays Planned Bronco Reveal

By Marc Stern on March 15, 2020 - 7:50PM

Coronavirus concern forces Ford to delay the reveal of the 2021 Bronco SUV. The introduction had been scheduled for this week. It will be rescheduled by the manufacturer when the virus threat has abated. In another note, the Bronco Sport will go into production next soon.

Some Ford F-150 Owners Can Get $400 Back From Ford Over Frozen Door Lock Settlement

By Jimmy Dinsmore on March 14, 2020 - 11:46AM

Many 2017-2019 Ford F-150 and F-Series pickup trucks are part of a class action lawsuit settlement. That case has been settled with an agreement by Ford to offer $400 to owners that have had this issue and can prove it.

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