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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 Bronco in 2020 and Ford Motor Company

2020 Looks To Be a Foundational Year for Ford Motor Company

By Jimmy Dinsmore on December 31, 2019 - 11:28AM

Between a new Ford Bronco, an electrified F-150, the Mustang Mach-E and the possible end of the Mustang pony car, 2020 will be a significantly important year at the Blue Oval. What does a new year and a new decade look like for the Ford Motor Company?

Red Ford Mustang Mach-E, Mach-e Mustang sold out

Ford Mustang Mach-E Sold Out

By Jimmy Dinsmore on December 30, 2019 - 3:37PM

First edition order numbers tell us a little more about Ford’s Mustang Mach-E and who is and isn’t buying it. While details and numbers are all unconfirmed there appears to be a small consumer base for Ford’s all-electric Mustang crossover.

A 725-horsepower 2019 Ford F-150 for $39,995?

By Jimmy Dinsmore on December 30, 2019 - 8:40AM

Reminiscent of the SVT Ford Lightning, automotive dealers are finding creative ways to add power and performance to today's Ford F-150. Doing so can add a lot of expense to an already expensive truck. But that's not always the case as one performance-oriented dealer is offering a 2019 Ford F-150 for under $40,000 that will have 725 horses under the hood.

Ford Upgrades Expedition Limited Off-Road Ability By Offering FX4 Package

By Marc Stern on December 27, 2019 - 3:37PM

The Ford Motor Co. has upgraded its 2020 Expedition into a very capable off-roader with the addition of the FX4 off-road package to the 2020 Ford Expedition Limited. The package includes many suspension and technology improvements.

Ford Mustang Mach E, Ford's 2nd verstion of Mustang Mach E on a VW Platform

The Second Version of Ford Mustang Mach E on a Volkswagen Platform

By Jimmy Dinsmore on December 26, 2019 - 2:34PM

Between Ford's partnership with Volkswagen and the response and publicity from the Mustang Mach E launch, it seems the writing is on the wall that Ford will produce a second version of the Mustang Mach E. This one would be smaller and built on a Volkswagen platform. But would it bare the Mustang name and badge as well?

Like ‘Hansel and Gretl,’ Ford Ranger Midsize Pickups Can Follow Breadcrumbs Home

By Marc Stern on December 26, 2019 - 2:31PM

Ford Ranger Midsized Pickups have an interesting feature that may have been taken from an old Grimm's Fairytale. Like Hansel and Gretl, who were trying to find their way in the woods, leaving a trail of breadcrumbs, Ford Ranger Midsized Pickups leave their own trails of 'Breadcrumbs.'

Hallie Deegan, Ford Performance contract, Hallie Deegan's Young Racing Career, Driving a Ford Mustang at Daytona

Ford Performance Signs 18-Year-Old Female Racing Phenom Hallie Deegan

By Jimmy Dinsmore on December 26, 2019 - 10:59AM

Hallie Deegan made history when she became the first female driver to win a race in the ARCA racing series in 2018. As such, Ford Performance has signed the teenager to a development contract and will put her behind the wheel of their cars, including the Mustang GT4.

Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid Pricing Starts At $34,235

By Marc Stern on December 24, 2019 - 6:44PM

At last, pricing has been released for the Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid lineup. The lineup, which features batteries that are 13 times larger than other Escape hybrid models, includes four models from the SE to the top-of-the-line Titanium.

Rumor has it Ford will bring back Focus RS

By Jimmy Dinsmore on December 24, 2019 - 9:52AM

Performance-oriented Focus hatchback may get introduced as a 2021 model in the North American market if some rumors come to fruition. As such, the Focus, which is a darling and top seller in Europe, could re-emerge in the U.S. as an electrified, performance-oriented vehicle. Could an electrified Focus RS be the fastest hatchback that Ford has produced?

Women No Longer Take A Back Seat To Men in Car Enthusiast World, Says Mustang Marie

By Jimmy Dinsmore on December 23, 2019 - 1:35PM

Mustang Marie is just one of the many vibrant, rising stars of the Mustang community. Women and millennials are an important part of preserving Mustang heritage and driving the future of America's muscle car.

2006 Mercury Milan Recalled For ABS Problem

Ford Recalls 600,000 Vehicles To Keep Brakes From Failing Due To Sticking Valve

By Marc Stern on December 21, 2019 - 12:54PM

Ford has recalled 600,000 2006-2010 Fusion, Mercury Milan, and Lincoln MKZ midsized cars to fix a ABS problem. The ABS valve reacts with the brake fluid currently used in the vehicles and can significantly slow or stop the action of the ABS valve, leading to braking problems. So far, two injuries have been linked to the issue.

Do Ford F150s Seem Expensive? How About A $170,000 GT500?

By Marc Stern on December 20, 2019 - 6:24PM

If you have been questioning what could be the high-pricing of some pickups, like high-end Ford F150s, think about this: there are dealerships out there adding huge amounts to the pricing of new Ford Mustang Shelby GT500s.

Original Ford Mustang Bullitt goes for an auction

Original Bullitt Mustang Goes On The Auction Block As Part of Film and Automotive History

By Jimmy Dinsmore on December 20, 2019 - 1:39PM

The Hero Car from the movie Bullitt is the ultimate barn find story. After three Ford-produced Bullitt special editions, will the Mecum auction of the original mean the end of the Bullitt story for Ford? What does the future hold for the Ford Mustang Bullitt as the original Bullitt goes for an auction.

Ford Honors Racing Tradition With Heritage Edition Shelby GT350R Mustang

By Jimmy Dinsmore on December 19, 2019 - 9:23AM

Ford will honor racing legends Ken Miles, Carroll Shelby by offering a limited-edition 2020 Mustang Shelby GT350R Heritage Edition. Here are the details, pricing and specs of the 2020 Ford Mustang Heritage Edition Shelby GT350R.

Millenials and 1965 Ford Mustang Black color

Are Millennials Moving Away From Mustang? Think Again

By Jimmy Dinsmore on December 18, 2019 - 4:28PM

Millennial Mustang President says: “The Mustang created the hobby, the hobby did not create the Mustang.”

Study Shows Ford F150 E-Truck, GM E-Truck Favored By Buyers

By Marc Stern on December 18, 2019 - 3:42PM

In what should come as a relief to Ford and General Motors, the public favors their products, according to a recent Autolist.com study. The study looked closely at Tesla and Rivian and found that while new truck buyers tended to favor them, current and previous truck owners liked Ford and GM products.

Ford Invests in EV Battery, Autonomy and Looks Into Electric F-150, Bronco and Ranger

By Jimmy Dinsmore on December 18, 2019 - 11:50AM

Ford invests in the future while trying to shift the consumer mindset and broaden the appeal as it relates to autonomous technology and electric vehicles. As a result, soon we may see electric Ford F-150, Bronco and a Ranger.

How You Can Own the 1966 GT40 MKII From the Movie "Ford v Ferrari"

By Mary Conway on December 16, 2019 - 10:27PM

Christian Bale drove it in the movie Ford v Ferrari and now you can own it.

Ford vs. Chevy Rivalry Both Good and Bad for Industry

By Jimmy Dinsmore on December 16, 2019 - 12:47PM

While the long-lasting rivalry between Ford and Chevrolet may generate funny memes and even family feuds, it has generated a lot of great cars and great trucks like the F-150 and Chevy Silverado through the years. This rivalry has shaped automotive history and continues to shape the landscape of today’s automotive industry.

Ford Moves To F150s, F250s, Escapes, Explorers As Imports Move In To New Niches

By Marc Stern on December 14, 2019 - 9:16PM

As Ford moves to marketing F150, F250, F350 pickups, and Escape, Explorer SUVs, imported auto competitors are moving into the niches left by the automaker. GM's similar announcement has makers like Hyundai ecstatic as they pickup conquest sales.

2020 Red Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Converter

Ford Starts an Automotive Trend with Mustang Sub-brand that GM and Corvette May Follow

By Jimmy Dinsmore on December 14, 2019 - 7:21AM

General Motors may one day sub-brand Corvette just like Ford sub-branded the Mustang in the electric Mach-E. Like it or don’t like it, automakers will do what’s best for their bottom line. Competition is intense for the car-buying dollar. So, in a way, capitalizing on iconic brands does make financial sense. We just don’t have to like it.

Ford Recalls Half-Million Super Duty Pickups Over Carpeting Fire Risk

By Marc Stern on December 13, 2019 - 7:37PM

Ford has issued another Super Duty pickup recall. This time the recall is over a fire risk caused by carpeting in SuperCrew models. When one of the front seat pretensioners goes deploys in a crash it is possible that enough sparks can be generated to start a fire.

Dealer Offers Ford F250 Super Duty Baja 1000 With 1,000 Pounds-Feet Of Torque, Honestly

By Marc Stern on December 12, 2019 - 8:03PM

There are lots of powerful pickups out there, many prepared for sale by tuning shops. Well, how about a Ford dealer with its own tuning department that does this work. We have visited Long McArthur Ford before looking at other special models, today we look at the dealership's Ford F250 Super Duty Baja 1000. It is something you can get torqued up about, really.

Drive A 2020 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 On A Track

By Jimmy Dinsmore on December 12, 2019 - 10:08AM

Shelby Mustang GT500 owners can now experience what it’s like to drive this supercar on a track at the Charlotte Motor Speedway. Ford Motor Company and Ford Performance Racing are offering a new complimentary experience for owners of the 2020 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500.

Gulf Livery special ford F-150 pickup truck with performance racing heritage

Gulf Livery Ford Performance Racing Heritage in a Ford F-150 Pickup Truck

By Jimmy Dinsmore on December 11, 2019 - 5:03PM

As seen in Ford vs. Ferrari the Gulf Livery color scheme is synonymous with racing and Ford Performance and now is showcased as a special Ford Heritage F-150.

2020 Shelby Super Snake F-150 truck white color

Shelby President: The Fastest Street Legal 2020 Ford F-150 Hits The Streets

By Jimmy Dinsmore on December 10, 2019 - 9:22PM

The 2020 Shelby Ford F-150 Super Snake will have 770-horsepower making it the country’s fastest street truck, says Shelby president Gary Patterson, with whom Torque News spoke yesterday.

How the Ford Mach E's vertical touch screen points the way forward

By Eric Evarts on December 10, 2019 - 2:59PM

Ford replaced the horizontal center screen in its upcoming Mustang Mach E electric SUV with a vertical screen to make it easier on

The Ranger Motion R is a tough-looking truck

Want A Tough-Looking Ford Ranger Option? Try The Ranger Merlin R

By Marc Stern on December 10, 2019 - 1:04AM

There's a company in Northern Ireland that makes a tough-looking Ford Ranger, Motion R. Here's a look at this special Ford pickup truck.

How Ford Makes Buying The 2020 Explorer or Edge More Appealing Through a Special Experience

By Jimmy Dinsmore on December 9, 2019 - 5:03PM

ST SUV Experience, through Ford Performance Racing School, is attractive part of 2020 Ford Edge ST, 2020 Ford Explorer ST.

Is Saleen Sportruck Today's Ford F150 SVT Lightning? It Could Be!

By Marc Stern on December 7, 2019 - 11:23AM

Saleen Automotive has detailed its recently released Sportruck. It is a vehicle you come away from thinking, "could this be the new Ford F150 SVT Lightning?"

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