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2012 Ford F-150 gets driveline upgrades, 900+ kilometre range, new graphics
Ford's F-Series is one of the brightest jewels in the Blue Oval crown, and the 2012 Ford F-150 has been given more sizzle with new appearance options and more meat on the bones underneath it all with expanded driveline features and options. We've posted the full press release after the jump, but here are some highlights: Down under it all, where tall blades of grass tickle the underbits, Ford has equipped every 2012 F-150 with Hill Start Assist to make starting off on grades less stressful. Lariat, King Ranch, and Platinum F-150s are given a new four-wheel drive system that includes an ... Read More
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0Video: PickupTrucks.com holds Ultimate 4x4 Challenge 1348012500
The crew at PickupTrucks.com has busy lately. In addition to wrapping up their global pickup shootout in Australia, the site also took the time to pit four factory off-road kings against each other. After extending invitations to every manufacturer to send out their most capable pickup, the Nissan Frontier PRO-4X, Toyota Tacoma Baja, Ram Power Wagon and ...
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Video: Alberta auto dealer uses radio spot to get even with crooks 1347393600
Marty Gilles runs a Ford dealership in Fort McMurray, Alberta. Marty Gilles had his dealership robbed over the weekend. Luckily, Marty Gilles has a good sense of humour... and a good plan to get even. What you are listening to in this video is an actual radio spot, in which Giles tells listeners, "I know you've heard about our family pricing initiative. ...
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Featured: Roush, Greg Biffle build custom Ford F-150 SVT Raptor for charity 1344035700
We normally associate Roush Performance with the Ford Mustang, but the company's latest project involves the F-150 SVT Raptor. The tuner has teamed up with Greg Biffle, who drives for the Roush Fenway Racing in NASCAR, on the build as part of the Sherwin-Williams Planet Color All-Star Charity Challenge, pitting them against Toyota driver Clint Boyer to ...
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Report: Ford may turn to aluminum for body of next F-150 1343408400
Ford is rolling the dice in a big way in the name of fuel efficiency. According to The Wall Street Journal, the automaker intends to utilize aluminum for the body of its next-generation F-150. In order to meet tightening fuel economy regulations, FoMoCo is reportedly turning to the lightweight material, which could cut curb weight by a whopping 700 ...
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Video: Inventor creatively side-steps pickup problem 1342729800
One Minnesota inventor may have just created a better bed step. While Ford offers a pickup bed step that slides out of the top of the tailgate on its F-150, that particular step can't be used when towing. Now, one man has devised his own step that slides out of the side of the tailgate. Myron Isaacson recently received the patent on his pickup bed ...
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Official: eBay Motors dropping prices hourly on certain cars until they sell 1340916900
eBay Motors and AutoNation are quickly establishing a reputation for finding new ways to sell cars online. They teamed up for the first time back in March when they tried selling vehicles for half price on the popular auction site. This weekend they're back with another unique promotion that will see the price for certain vehicles drop every hour until ...
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Featured: 2013 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor goes beige brilliantly 1340826300
We got an in-person look at the new 2013 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor at a Ford event yesterday, and we have to say that Ford's stock photography does not do this new "Terrain" color justice. Neither do these pictures, really, but Ford wouldn't let us find somewhere more suitable to photograph their updated SVT truck. Terrain is a sandy beige hue with a flat ...
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Official: Ford SVT Raptor gets beadlock wheels, HIDs for 2013 1340749740
In addition to the standard and new Limited models, Ford's freshening of the 2013 F-150 has extended to the no-job-too-big SVT Raptor, as well. Look closely and you'll see the new (optional) high-intensity discharge headlamps, the special beadlock wheels available through Ford Racing and the brand-new exterior color, called Terrain. (No, not that ...
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Official: 2013 Ford F-150 Limited unveiled as range-topping luxury truck 1340683260
The F-150 Limited is back – more powerful, more luxurious and more expensive than any other 2013 F-150. Ford Motor Co. is taking the wraps off the new Limited today in Dearborn. It will feature a unique look, a lush red interior and nearly every bell and whistle Ford can muster, surpassing the high-end Ford Platinum F-150. "There's still a strong ...
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Ford offering F-150 fleet customers no-cost Special Service Vehicle package 1339434000
Ford has officially released a new Special Service Vehicle Package for its F-150 pickup. Targeted at government and commercial fleets for things like police or forest ranger duty, the pack adds in a larger 220-amp alternator and a unique interior configuration at no extra cost. Inside, the trucks offer cloth seating and additional space between the front ...