The 2021 Ford F-150 pickup truck hybrid made headlines when it was announced in June, but its 3.5-liter turbocharged V-6 gets the attention now with a tow rating and payload capacity that tops rivals such as the Ram 1500 and Chevy Silverado, Ford announced Monday. The 400-horsepower 3.5-liter turbo V-6 …
Read More »2022 Volkswagen Taos tested, 2021 Ford F-150 reigns, Mustang Mach-E price drops: What’s New @ The Car Connection
First drive: 2022 Volkswagen Taos small SUV shows big promise The 2022 Volkswagen Taos subcompact crossover SUV has a roomy interior and a punchy turbo-4, making it a compelling rival to the Mazda CX-30 and Chevy Trailblazer. 2021 Ford F-150 claims best-in-class towing, max payload of light-duty pickup trucks The …
Read More »Considering the 2021 Ford Ranger STX Special Edition? Get the XLT
The 2021 Ford Ranger mid-size pickup truck now comes with another available package for the base XL model. It’s called the STX Special Edition package and Ford announced it this week. That’s not to be confused with the STX Appearance package, or maybe it is. The STX Special Edition costs …
Read More »Ford Credit offers relief to customers in path of hurricanes, fires
Ford Credit is offering payment relief to customers impacted by wildfires in Oregon as well as those recovering after Hurricane Sally, the lender said Tuesday. Qualified customers may delay one or two monthly payments, resuming their regular payment schedules when their situations improve. Alongside other leading lenders, Ford Credit extended …
Read More »5 things to consider on the all-electric Ford F-150
The redesigned 2021 Ford F-150 pickup truck goes on sale in November, but the ongoing development of the all-electric Ford F-150 foretells the trends shaping what we drive and how we drive for the next decade. For the first time, the bestselling vehicle in America and one that accounts for …
Read More »2020 Ford Explorer
The 2020 Ford Explorer lineup consists of base (Explorer), XLT, Limited, Limited Hybrid, Platinum, and ST models. The majority of Explorers will come with a base 2.3-liter turbo-4 that makes 300 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque. Limited Hybrid versions step up to a naturally aspirated (non-turbo) 3.3-liter V-6, as …
Read More »2021 Ford Ecosport
What kind of crossover is the 2021 Ford Ecosport? What does it compare to? As Ford’s smallest crossover, the 2021 Ecosport is overshadowed in more ways than one. Not only is it the smallest car in Ford’s lineup, but it’s also the least competitive among rivals such as the Hyundai …
Read More »2021 Mazda updates, Ford tests manual Bronco, VW’s big EV plans: What’s New @ The Car Connection
What’s New for 2021: Mazda The lineup includes a new turbocharged engine on two models, standard Apple CarPlay, and new Carbon Edition trims on some cars. 2020 Volkswagen Arteon sedan earns Top Safety Pick award The curvy sedan at the top of the VW lineup aced its crash-test battery from …
Read More »2021 Subaru Crosstrek Sport tested, Rolls-Royce Dawn Black Badge review, 2022 Ford F-150 Electric truck preview: What’s New @ The Car Connection
First drive: 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Sport inspires rallycross dreams The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek small crossover SUV comes with a new Sport trim with a larger 2.5-liter flat-4 engine, new water-repellent upholstery, and a bit more fun. 2021 Mazda CX-30 small SUV adds turbo engine from the Mazda 3 The 2021 …
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