Ford News

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  Ford Bronco has not yet managed to beat sales of Jeep Wrangler

  Despite expectations, the new Ford Bronco has not outsold the older Jeep Wrangler. In fact, the Wrangler outsold the Bronco in the first quarter of 2023.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  April 12, 2023, 12:22 p.m.
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  Ford's smallest Transit on the European market goes electric and gets a 100-kilowatt engine

  Ford has introduced the all-new 2023 E-Transit Courier, a compact electric van that offers more cargo space and enhanced features than its predecessor, with the all-electric version available in Europe in 2024.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  April 6, 2023, 11:44 a.m.
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  Ford Transit Connect Is Dead In US After 2023, Lives On In Europe

  Rumors of the Transit Connect demise were already circling, but today Ford made it official and announced it would no longer be sold in the US after 2023.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  March 29, 2023, 11:59 a.m.
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  Ford Plans to Revive Capri Name for Second European Electric Model

  Ford is reportedly planning to bring back the iconic Capri brand name for its second European electric model, based on Volkswagen's MEB platform.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  March 28, 2023, 1:11 p.m.
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  BlueOval City, Ford’s all-new mega-campus, is taking shape and preparing to build Ford’s next-gen electric truck, code named Project T3, in 2025

  Designed to be "radically efficient" and carbon neutral, the truck plant on the site will be capable of producing 500,000 electric trucks a year at full production.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  March 24, 2023, 1:56 p.m.
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  Ford Ranger Wildtrak X Unveiled as "Raptor Lite" with Off-Road Features

  Ford has launched the latest addition to its lineup of midsize pickup trucks, the Wildtrak X, designed to bridge the gap between the regular Wildtrak and the tough Raptor, offering an array of off-road features and capabilities.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  March 24, 2023, 11:10 a.m.
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  Ford Prepares to Launch Europe-Exclusive Electric SUV Based on VW’s MEB Architecture

  Ford has announced plans to launch the all-electric Ford Explorer EV in Europe later this year. The SUV was designed specifically with European buyers in mind and shares the Volkswagen Group's MEB architecture with the Volkswagen ID.4. It will be the first Ford to be built in Germany at its new EV plant in Cologne.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  March 21, 2023, 2:38 p.m.
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  Ford Tourneo Connect Goes Off-Road with Delta4x4 Tuning Package

  If you're looking to take your Ford Tourneo Connect off the beaten path, Delta4x4 has a solution. The German tuner has developed a package of off-road performance parts that make the LCV-based minivan ideal for adventurous drivers.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  March 21, 2023, 1:56 p.m.
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  Ford Teases a New VW-based Electric Crossover

  One week from now, Ford will unveil its new electric crossover for Europe, a unique offering that uses Volkswagen underpinnings. The automaker has released a new teaser video that shows the car in motion traversing different scenic landscapes, but the boxy model remains shrouded in mystery.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  March 15, 2023, 11:24 a.m.
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  Ford Recalls F-150 Lightning Trucks Due to Battery Issue That Halted Production

  Ford has issued a recall for 18 of its 2023 model-year F-150 Lightning trucks due to a potentially defective battery cell issue that recently brought production to a halt at its Rouge Electric Vehicle Center.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  March 13, 2023, 1:35 p.m.
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  Ford to cut 1,100 jobs in Spain as it ends production of minivans

  Ford is set to lay off 1,100 workers at its plant in Valencia, Spain, as the company ends the production of S-Max and Galaxy minivans. The move is part of Ford's plan to revamp its European car production, focusing on electric cars and SUVs.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  March 13, 2023, 10:28 a.m.
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  Ford Introduces Its First All-Electric School Bus Based on the E-Transit Van

  Ford has unveiled its first all-electric Type A school bus based on the E-Transit van during Work Truck Week 2023 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The vehicle, which is the first from a “full line automaker,” can help cut emissions nationwide and increase Ford’s market share. Incentives could make the zero-emission vehicle nearly free for many school districts.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  March 10, 2023, 12:41 p.m.
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  Ford's New Explorer Men’s Only Edition Celebrates Women's Role in Auto Industry

  On International Women’s Day, Ford has launched a new marketing campaign, celebrating women’s contribution to the auto industry. The campaign features a mid-size SUV, Explorer Men's Only Edition, which seems to lack some essential features, but in fact, it is designed to showcase the important role played by women in the auto industry.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  March 8, 2023, 4:13 p.m.
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  Ford introduces new mild-hybrid Powershift variant for Puma ST

  Ford has expanded its Puma ST range with a new variant, which boasts a smaller 1.0-liter EcoBoost engine, Powershift dual-clutch gearbox and a mild-hybrid system.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  March 8, 2023, 3:19 p.m.
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  Ford E-Transit Emerges as America's Top-Selling Electric Van

  A year after making its North American debut, the Ford E-Transit van has established itself as the leader of the pack in the all-electric commercial cargo van market.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  March 8, 2023, 10:43 a.m.
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  USPS to purchase 9,250 Ford E-Transit vans and 14,000 charging stations

  The United States Postal Service (USPS) is taking steps to transition to electric vehicles by purchasing 9,250 Ford electric vans and 14,000 charging stations. The purchases are part of the Postal Service's plan to electrify its fleet and reduce its carbon footprint.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  March 2, 2023, 11:11 a.m.
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  2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse priced at $57,970

  Ford has announced the pricing for its 2024 Mustang lineup, including the newly-introduced Mustang Dark Horse. The high-performance Dark Horse will start at $57,970, which is more expensive than the current Mustang Mach 1, but aligns with previously leaked reports.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  March 1, 2023, 6:22 p.m.
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  Ford Patents Spare Wheel Covers That Double as Outdoor Speakers

  Ford has filed a patent with the US Patent and Trademark Office for a new technology that would transform the spare wheel cover of its SUVs into a speaker system. This would allow owners to listen to music while camping or enjoying the great outdoors.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Feb. 27, 2023, 3:09 p.m.
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  Ford engineers discover way to reduce energy consumption for EVs

  Ford engineers have discovered that heating interior surfaces in electric vehicles (EVs) could reduce energy consumption for cabin heating by 13%, compared to using a standard aircon. This method of heating could also extend an EV’s range by up to 5% for a typical charge, according to research conducted as part of the European Commission’s Connected Electric Vehicle Optimised for Life, Value, Efficiency and Range project.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Feb. 26, 2023, 1:09 p.m.
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  Ford cars will scare off car thieves with face projections on windows

  Ford has devised a genius way of scaring away would-be car thieves by detecting when someone approaches your parked Ford vehicle and projecting an image or fictional representation of the owner against the inside of the window to trick them into believing someone is inside the car.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Feb. 21, 2023, 12:48 p.m.