Changes made for the 2018 Ford F-150

The full-size pickup truck class of the automotive industry has been the among the most competitive segments since its very inception. At the top of that class for more than 30 years is the Ford F-150. In order for one of the country’s most popular pickups to stay at the head of the class, the automaker’s design team need to stay ahead of trends. Many of the changes made for the 2018 Ford F-150 modernize the truck’s electronics suite. In addition to being more fuel efficient, the new F-150 also offers more connectivity options than before with the addition of a mobile internet hotspot. Read the rest of this entry >>

2017 Ford F-150 Bed Lengths

When you’re in the market for a new full-size pickup truck, choosing the Ford F-150 is easy enough, but the decisions don’t end there. Not only are there three different cab sizes and five different engine options, but buyers also have the choice between three different bed length options, which can go a long way in deciding your truck’s payload capacity.

Whether you’ve got some heavy-duty equipment or a lot of items that need carrying, or just need the 2017 Ford F-150 for everyday projects around the house, there’s a model with a bed size that will suit you. For drivers who need to haul a lot of gear and cargo or large equipment, the larger bed options are sure to come in handy, whereas the standard-size bed options are great for everyday use.

2017 Ford F-150 towing and payload capacities

When you’re in the market for a new pickup truck, you want one that offers all of the best in power and capability. The whole point of trucks is to get a hard day’s worth of work out of them, and in order to do so, they have to offer some pretty impressive towing and payload capabilities. That’s where towing with the 2017 Ford F-150 comes in.

The impressive power created by the 2017 Ford F-150 is matched by none of its segment competitors on the road today. It comes with a 3.5-liter V6 engine on its Raptor trim, capable of producing 450 horsepower and 510 lb-ft of torque. Its base trim is a 2.7-liter V6 that delivers 282 horsepower and 253 lb-ft of torque. It also offers a 5.0-liter V8 engine option with incredible power, making it a born tower and hauling machine.