The new Ford Universal EV platform, designed to help the company reduce costs, was engineered with right-hand drive markets in mind. The platform, which will be used in a mid-size pickup due to arrive in 2027, is capable of right-hand…
Ford has quietly leaned on driving simulators to develop much of its current Blue Oval roster, cutting development time and cost while refining everything from NVH to advanced driver aids. The Dearborn-based Dynamic Driving Simulator, commissioned in 2021, boasts a…
Ram has joined forces with Roush Performance, the legendary Michigan-based tuner famed for extracting insane power from Ford models, to develop a fresh performance truck. This marks Roush’s first official collaboration with Ram, excluding its past work on the old…
American drivers are holding onto their cars longer than ever amid sky-high repair costs, making DIY maintenance a necessity. But if you’re still piloting a 4.6-liter Ford Thunderbird from the 10th generation, you’re in for a special kind of frustration.…
Ford’s Mustang Mach-E remains the only all-electric vehicle the automaker still sells in the United States after the F-150 Lightning was discontinued. However, the Mach-E’s future beyond its current generation is now in serious doubt following Ford’s announcement that its…
The United States didn’t invent the automobile, but it built the world’s largest automotive industry. Henry Ford’s assembly lines revolutionized mass production, shaping every carmaker on the planet. Without Detroit and American ingenuity, the modern automotive landscape might look entirely…
The Toyota Hilux, introduced in 1968, earned its reputation through simple engineering, conservative power output, and overbuilt drivetrains. By the 1990s, Toyota’s reputation for building indestructible trucks had been cemented and extended to its 4Runner. The cast-iron 22R-E engine, a…
The allure of a Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) pickup truck is strong, offering a deep financial discount and a comforting assurance of a factory warranty. However, the reality of the used truck market is chaotic, and understanding the mechanisms behind CPO…
The eternal question: what’s the best car for hauling your dog around? If your dog could pick, would it be a rugged pickup, a tech-laden electric wagon, or something with a built-in Scooby Snack dispenser? The reality is that most…
Every car—whether brand-new or decades old—relies on regular maintenance to stay reliable. But once the odometer ticks past 100,000 miles, the stakes get higher. Standard oil changes and tire rotations aren’t enough anymore. Maintenance schedules vary by brand and driving…