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The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning never ceases to shock consumers and critics alike. The F-150 Lightning is easily one of the most anticipated vehicles of 2022. Almost 200,000 models have already been reserved in about six months.

The Ford F-150 Lightning is going to change the way consumers think of trucks

The Ford F-150 has been America’s favorite truck for many years. Ford took a huge risk electrifying one of its flagship models. It appears that risk is paying off based on reservations and pre-orders.

The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning is already popular even before its official release date. Pre-orders have been through the roof. Reservations are also extremely high. Ford claims that most of its reservations are likely to convert into sales.

According to InsideEVs, the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning is nearing 200,000 reservations. Reservations for the F-150 Lightning have only been open for about six months, so 200,000 reservations is impressive. Ford has already announced its plan to increase F-150 Lightning production to meet demand.

America may not have been ready for electric vehicles a few years ago, but clearly, some consumers are interested. EVs were once unpopular, but the F-150 Lightning may be history’s first cool, affordable mass-produced electric truck.

Is the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning a good truck?

A red 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning is driving down the highway.
Ford F-150 Lightning | Ford

The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning starts at $39,974. After the electric vehicle federal tax credit, its price becomes $32,474. The F-150 Lightning tops out at almost $90K, offering a variety of upgrades and creature comforts.

The Ford F-150 Lightning is powerful and, most of all, useful. It offers utility on a whole new level thanks to its Mega Power Frunk and innovative truck bed. Its frunk has a payload capacity of over 400 pounds. Both the frunk and the truck bed have electrical outlets that drivers can plug tools, devices, and appliances into.

The F-150 Lightning isn’t just a good truck. It may very well be the future of American pickup trucks.

Should you buy a 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning?

A silver 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning truck is on display.
The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning | Bill Pugliano via Getty Images

The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning makes a whopping 563 horsepower. The Lightning gets 230 miles of range. The electric truck’s long range version will get a whopping 300 miles of range.

The Ford F-150 Lightning’s entry-level price is welcoming to consumers. Its price after tax incentives is just $3,000 more than a gas-powered Ford F-150 XL model. The Blue Oval’s new electric truck is definitely worth considering. The Lightning has the potential to become the quintessential American work truck in the future.

Thanks to features like Pro Power Onboard, the F-150 Lightning has folks charged up and ready to run to dealerships the day it is finally released. Is this shocking new electric truck your next pickup, or a hard pass?

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