The truck world is a strange one full of mystery and contradiction. For a segment seemingly focused on work and toughness, trucks consistently get ripped to shreds by reviewers like Consumer Reports and KBB. The super- and heavy-duty work trucks, on the other hand, are a bit more straightforward and predictable as a segment. The …
Though you might think of Shelby as the company that modifies Mustangs, it has been doing its thing with Ford trucks for years. Its latest is the tough-looking Super Baja. In many ways, it is way more over-the-top than the Raptor. Here’s why. Shelby only intends to make 250 Super Baja F-250s. So limited edition …
One Ford F-Series model that’s seen its share of complaints is the F-250. Indeed, some newer models have had reliability issues, but older ones seem to have been built tougher. The 2003 Ford F-250 and F-350, in particular, handled their daily jobs without too many underlying problems. In fact, MotorTrend just named the 2003 F-250 …
It’s tough to decide on the greatest of all time, but that’s what MotorTrend set out to do. The publication got to work picking the 10 best diesel pickup trucks of all time. It acknowledges these types of opinions will never be unanimous. But MT took a look at drivetrain performance (including fuel economy) and …
The Ford F-Series offers the top-selling trucks. Even with the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and its severe impact on the national economy, the F-Series, including the Super Duty models, remained the best-selling vehicle line of 2020. But even the most popular truck series has hiccups. Case in point: There’s a problem with the power tailgates on …
Ford trucks are American icons. However, the 2020 Ford F-150 struggled to please all critics. In fact, Consumer Reports no longer recommended it that year. With the 2020 F-150 running against the 2020 Chevy Silverado and Ram 1500, Ford F-Series trucks faced stiffer competition than ever. Here’s a look at whether these critical reviews hampered the Ford F-Series’ …
Pickup trucks have become popular, and they come in handy when you’re hauling items around either for work or for your own personal pleasure. Some are heavy-duty and some are light, but both have their advantages. Getting the best used trucks can be difficult since there are so many out there to choose from. Kelley Blue …
Ford makes some of the toughest trucks around. And for lightweight duties, Ford is expanding its lineup with the new Maverick. But you might be wondering: which Ford pickup is the most reliable? The most reliable Ford truck for 2021 Consumer Reports recently updated its list of most reliable car brands for 2021, and Ford ranks toward the …
Ah, the Ford F-series. I know, I know. This is the most niche of all automotive journalizing, but I am here to speak the truth! OK. Yes, everyone knows the F-series is the highest-selling vehicles year after year. The secret is out, and the momentum is gaining to an unstoppable force. The F-150 is one …
When it comes to serious pickup trucks, it’s hard to find better trucks than those in Ford’s Super Duty lineup. The 2020 Ford F-250 is built for big jobs and has impressive towing and hauling ratings. Rugged and hard-working, the 2020 Ford F-250 can be a basic truck for tradesmen or it can be somewhat of a …
The Ford F-150 is one of the best selling vehicles in America. Not just among pickup trucks, either, it is just one of the most popular methods of transportation. It’s easy to see why people like it: Ford is iconically American, it’s practical, it’s affordable, and the newest generation has a handful of trim levels …
When you need a workhorse truck, there are only a few brands that offer what you are looking for. A heavy duty pickup truck is a special vehicle with an intended purpose. There is a decent-sized volume of buyers for these trucks for both commercial-type uses as well as personal. But these trucks aren’t always …
The first generation Ford F-250 Powerstroke diesel pickup truck is one of the best trucks out there. Ford trucks have a workhorse reputation and in terms of heavy duty pickup trucks, it all started with Ford’s first generation super duty line. Trucks from this generation, which ran from 1999-2007, are great examples of a good …
Every once in a blue moon, you get word of an impossible auto repair story that leaves you scratching your head in wonder. One such story might get you just as worked up as it did for the Ford F-250 owner at the heart of this tale. One minute, his trusted pickup was running fine. …