Naming a vehicle after a natural wonder or national park is nothing new in the automotive world. From Maine’s Acadia National Park to Alaska’s Denali National Park and everywhere in between, these names literally span the country from sea to shining sea. However, the trend isn’t limited to model names; American locales lend their names […]
Category: Ford
One Cool Pony: How Ford Has Kept the Mustang Relevant for Decades
When American bard William Martin Joel said, “Only the good die young,” he certainly wasn’t referring to the Ford Mustang. While many of the Mustang’s early muscle car contemporaries burned bright upon their debut, they flamed out just as quickly as changing regulations, tastes, and technology rocked the sporty segment. The Mustang is a notable […]
Three of the Most Overlooked Used Cars of the Last Decade
Most dealership lots look the same until you spot the outlier. It could be a dusty Cadillac parked between two vanilla SUVs, a coupe with yellow Brembos hiding in the back row, or a short-run Ford wearing factory 20s, each with a “for sale” tag nobody’s noticed yet. That’s the split-second enthusiasts live for, spotting […]
Is It Time for the Ford Mustang to Move Past the V8?
In an era of increasingly electrified models, there have been some notable holdouts. Ford has become a leader in the hybrid and EV segment, but one of the brand’s most storied badges has managed to resist the current electric trend. Ford invented the pony car segment with the debut of the Mustang back in 1965. […]
Unleashing the Beast: Is the F-150 Lobo the Street Truck We’ve Been Waiting For?
Although not as popular as they were in the mid-to-late 20th century, street trucks remain a beloved subset of the massive pickup truck market. Many automakers released street truck versions of their most famous nameplates well into the 2000s, including the Ford F-150 SVT Lightning, Dodge Ram SRT-10, and Chevrolet SSR. However, these straight-from-the-factory street […]
When Eight Cylinders Aren’t Enough: V10 Vehicles You Can Afford
The 2000s were a golden era of automotive engineering, when fuel efficiency took a backseat to raw power and symphonic exhaust notes drew sighs of appreciation and anticipation, automakers pushed the boundaries of cylinder counts. It was an era of excess in the engine realm, with brands like Lamborghini, Porsche, Lexus, Audi, and others, teasing […]
Has Ford Gone Loco With the New Maverick Lobo?
A mid-cycle refresh for the 2025 model year has seen the Ford Maverick graced with some compelling updates. The compact pickup made its debut in 2022, and The Big Blue Oval is working to keep things fresh with a new front fascia and headlights, upgraded 13.2-inch touchscreen, and some cutting-edge options like a 360-degree camera […]
Is Ford’s Pikes Peak Mach-E Prototype the Future of a Proper Electric Sports Car?
The kind of Mustang Mach-E you’ll find at a Ford dealer certainly has impressive stats for a compact SUV, with the most athletic trims able to go from 0-60 mph in 3.4 seconds thanks to a powertrain that supplies up to 480 hp and 700 lb-ft of torque. But even with all that power and […]
Maverick Lobo vs Tremor: Sweet Street Ride vs Rugged Trail Hopper
The compact Maverick pickup truck appeals to a variety of drivers, mainly those who want the best of both worlds—power mixed with everyday practicality and pickup truck capabilities blended with daily commute requirements. You get the picture. Just because this particular Ford truck isn’t exactly geared toward hard-working construction or industrial workers, it doesn’t mean […]
Get to Know the Ford EcoBoost Family
When it comes to the engines that reside under the hoods of famous Ford vehicles, to say that there are many options may just be the understatement of the century. There’s pretty much everything you can think of powering these vehicles forward, from durable diesels to zippy four-cylinders, exciting V8s to eclectic electric powertrains, making […]
Marvel-ous Motoring: Pairing the Avengers With Their Perfect Car
Hello, true believers! We’re currently in a bit of a lull when it comes to Avengers content after the Avengers: Endgame wrapped up Phase 3 back in 2019, but those industrious Russo brothers are already cooking up the next installment with Avengers: Doomsday set to hit the theaters in early 2026. The series has grossed […]
Used SUV Options for Light Off-Roading
The original purpose of getting a sport utility vehicle was going off the beaten path, and it remains a prime focus of this now-massive market segment. According to a 2022 survey by Strategic Vision, 98% of SUV and crossover owners take their vehicles off-road at least once a year. At the same time, not everyone […]
Improve Your Off-Road Journey With These Ford Bronco Camping Accessories
The day you receive the keys to your new off-road vehicle might seem momentous, but it’s really just the start of the journey. While many of today’s adventure-ready trucks and SUVs are equipped with a wide range of heavy-duty components right out of the box, further upgrades and customizations are an inherent part of off-road […]
The New 2025 Ford Expedition Tremor Shakes Up the Off-Road SUV Segment
Ford’s largest SUV is being treated to a new off-road option as the Tremor trim makes its way to the 2025 Expedition. Already one of the most compelling options in the full-size segment, the three-row Expedition now makes a bid for adventure-loving families with a fresh trim that includes a full suite of off-road equipment. […]
Should Ford Build a Pickup Version of the Bronco to Compete With the Jeep Gladiator?
When the Ford Bronco ceased production in favor of the Ford Explorer, the Jeep Wrangler was left alone and seen by many as the quintessential off-road-ready SUV. This is certainly not hyperbole on my end, as even those who aren’t particularly interested in off-road adventuring can attest to Jeep being the brand that’s synonymous with […]
Off-Roading Made Easy With Our Checklist and Top Picks
For many drivers, choosing a used car for sale simply comes down to getting from point A to point B as efficiently and comfortably as possible. This leads many to prioritize fuel economy, convenience features, modern safety, and infotainment technology. That equation starts to change when you look at the journey, not the destination, as […]
The Ford Escape Is Packing a Sporty Secret
In today’s car market, $32,000 doesn’t amount to much. That sort of cash would cover the closing costs, repairs, and moving fees for a new house, a minor heart surgery, or the Princess Diana-themed “Crowning a Lady” package at The Drake luxury hotel in Chicago, but it’s a pretty modest budget when you’re shopping for […]
Ford Bronco Stroppes, Drops Wildtrak, and Rolls On With New Off-Road Trim
Limited edition vehicles give automakers the perfect excuse to honor a legendary model, celebrate an anniversary, or recognize an important historical figure. The last approach is particularly popular with companies naming their cars after former racing champs (McLaren Senna, GMA T.50s Niki Lauda), a pioneering patriarch (Ferrari Enzo), family members (Lotus Elise, Ferrari Dino), and, […]
Inside Ford’s Plans to Stop Building “Boring” Cars and Be the “Porsche of Off-Road”
Swing by your local Ford dealer today, and it’s hard to miss the fact that the automaker is courting the off-road enthusiast demographic. There are rugged SUVs and pickups of all shapes and sizes in the lineup already, and if Ford CEO Jim Farley is to be believed, this trend won’t be dying down any […]
Finding Sasquatch on the Used Lot: Built Wild Dreams in a Bronco
I remember the first time I ventured off the pavement in my Jeep Wrangler and the sense of adventure that overwhelmed me as I followed a caravan of Tacomas and 4Runners blazing the trail ahead. I thought I was hooked then, but that feeling intensified when Ford announced the Bronco’s return. As an adventurer and […]