Category: Ford
10/19/2019
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Right-hand-drive GT500 costs how much?
For those Aussies who wish to own the new Ford Mustang Shelby GT500, some serious cash is going to have to be put down. However, there is a bit of roadblock in importing the new GT500. Australia would have to pass a new car importation law to allow Mustang Motorsport to convert the 760 hp […]
10/15/2019
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GM inventories falling enough to deal with UAW
GM stocked up on cars and parts before going into negotiations with the UAW, readying themselves for the long haul. Now, the company is starting to make concessions—one of which may affect its chief American competitor more than itself. That one is health benefits. GM had tried to raise hourly workers’ share of medical insurance […]
10/07/2019
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Ram 1500 EcoDiesel EPA numbers are here! (How do they match up to Chevy and Ford?)
The Ram EcoDiesel is currently competing in a competitive segment. With Ford and GM both releasing their half-ton diesels in the past couple of years, it was up to Ram to make sure they stay competitive against some tough competition. The EPA has announced some fairly impressive fuel economy numbers that is ought to make […]
10/04/2019
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Camaros and Challengers and Mustangs, oh my: Which sells best?
With the last quarter’s sales reports behind us, we can answer the question of who wins in the United States’ muscle car sales races. There’s not really a surprise year-to-date, though: you knew it would be the Mustang, and it was. The Mustang has a smart, up-to-date series of powertrain options, and the best publicity […]
10/02/2019
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GM strike hasn’t hurt sales, has it? Ford falls, FCA doesn’t, and Tesla hits a record
The GM strike isn’t hurting sales so far, if we can generalize from the company’s U.S. sales over the last quarter. GM had a gain of 6.2%, while Ford fell 5.1% and FCA stayed just about the same. Not surprisingly, GM kept its lead over Ford, with sales of 737,270 for the quarter vs Ford’s […]
09/28/2019
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2020 Ford Super Duty: Unmatched capability
The Ford Super Duty was all-new for 2017 riding on an aluminum body construction. Not too long ago, Ford announced changes to its super duty line. A refreshed front fascia and was introduced along with a new 7.3 V8 N/A gas engine. The 7.3 gas engine produces 430 hp and 475 lb-ft of torque. Buyers […]
08/23/2019
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Ford issues yet another rollaway recall, this time on 2020s
If it seems familiar, you’re probably at least forty years old: Ford has issued a recall on certain SUVs because they might start rolling while in Park. What’s more, the dash won’t show any warnings, and the gear won’t show up in the PRNDL. It was a problem that affected hundreds of thousands of cars […]
07/26/2019
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The Best Diesel Engines Ever Made
A common must-have for many folks in a heavy duty (or now light duty) truck is a diesel engine. Diesel engines are best known for their ground-breaking torque, smooth delivery, and longevity. Diesel engines have been around for decades and now with modern technology, they leave the factory with impressive numbers and specs. All Class […]
07/25/2019
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GM, Ford to join Rivian, maybe Tesla, in electric pickups
Rivian was first company to show off an all-electric pickup truck; they have promised a great deal, shown a prototype, and are taking preorders. Their system uses four motors, one per wheel, and in top spec promises 0-60 in 3 seconds with a 5,000 kg towing capacity, 800 kg payload, and 400 mile range—not to mention […]
07/16/2019
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Teslas Cheaper, Still Above Promised Price
Teslas are cheaper now, with the base Model 3 dropping down to $38,990, or around $8,990 more than Elon Musk’s original promises for the car. When the Model 3 came out, newspapers compared it favorably to the Chevy Bolt; it was theoretically cheaper than the Bolt’s $37,495, faster, and such. Sure, it didn’t have a […]