Several of the most popular pickup trucks on the market are electric first, pickups second. Now, customers have the opportunity to select from a variety of aesthetically distinct trucks. For decades, Ford has typified the best-selling automaker in the pickup truck segment. As the all-electric iteration of America’s highly favored truck, Ford’s F-150 Lightning symbolizes…
Photo Source: Ford General Overview The TXU Free EV Miles program provides Ford electric vehicle (EV) owners bill credits for charging during off-peak hours, likely covering all at-home charging costs. The program is available to Ford’s electric truck and SUV customers in Texas, with free charging hours established between 7:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. the…
Photo Source: Ford The Ford Maverick is designed for urban dwellers who yearn for an inexpensive vehicle capable of managing light-hauling duties. Its popularity has grown to such an extent that Ford is having a challenging time meeting demand, particularly for the hybrid variant. Despite this, the brand continues to tweak the Maverick, and the…
Photo Source: Ford OVERVIEW This is the second straight year Ford Performance found success with an electric vehicle (EV) demonstrator at Pikes Peak, following SuperVan 4.2 in 2023. Ford Performance F-150 Lightning SuperTruck made the fastest pass of all 61 competitors at the 102nd running of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. Romain Dumas piloted…
Photo Source: Ford Electric pickup trucks are pivotal to convincing Americans to adopt electric vehicles (EVs). As electric trucks replace their internal combustion engine equivalents, understanding what to get in each vehicle is ideal. Niche manufacturers are also joining the electric truck industry as they attempt to topple some traditional brands. This article delves into…
Photo Source: Ford Ford’s F-150 Lightning took the market by storm when it debuted in 2021. Intended initially to be a sub-$40,000 MSRP (Plus destination fee) all-electric variant of the most popular pickup truck in history, anticipation for the vehicle rapidly reached a fever pitch with over 100,000 reservations placed within the first month of…
Photo Source: Ford Few customers consider depreciation as part of their vehicle buying equation, whether the automobile is an electric vehicle or one that depends on an internal combustion engine. However, according to the Ford Authority, depreciation is a real cost that must be factored into a buying decision. Other expenses include: Fuel Insurance Maintenance…
Photo Source: Ford Cloaked in secrecy, Ford returns to Colorado Springs, Colorado, in June 2024, to run a specialized version of its F-150 Lightning electric vehicle in the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. It ran the “Race to the Clouds” last year (2023) in its SuperVan. Despite being just 12.5 miles, it is a tremendously…
Photo Source: Ford Ford Performance, renowned for creating some of the most exhilarating vehicles for enthusiasts, has unveiled a groundbreaking addition to its electric vehicle lineup: the 2024 F-150 Lightning Switchgear. This off-road demonstrator vehicle represents an outstanding fusion of cutting-edge electric innovation and high performance, serving as a testament to the brand’s commitment to…
Photo Source: Ford This is the time of year when various organizations come out with the “Best of the Year” or “The Best Model of the Year.” For many buyers, when an organization with a long history in the car business comes out with its list of “best” vehicles, it is a way for them…
