Category Archives: Ford F-150

2018 Ford F-150 Raptor

What does an air force fighter jet have in common with a Ford truck?

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Check out the Ford F-22 F-150 Raptor

Every summer, hundreds of thousands of people descend on Oshkosh, Wisconsin for the annual EAA (Experimental Aircraft Association) AirVenture. AirVenture is one of the largest air shows and conferences in the world, attracting visitors from all over the world. This year’s AirVenture featured a first-of-its-kind F-22-inspired Ford F-150 Raptor. The Raptor already has a great reputation for performance and capability, but with some accents and inspiration borrowed from one of the Air Force’s top fighter jets, the Raptor really soars. Check out the Ford F-22 F-150 Raptor!  Read the rest of this entry >>

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Who invented the modern pickup truck?

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Ford celebrates 100 years of truck history

There are very few companies, if any, that have been perfecting the pickup truck for as long as Ford has. One hundred years ago, on July 27, 1917, Ford introduced the Modell TT, a vehicle that forever changed the auto industry, and American work itself. Now, a century later, the Ford F-Series leads the industry in innovation and capability, and has been America’s best-selling truck for 40 consecutive years, and the best-selling vehicle for 35 straight years! BY listening to the wants and needs of truck drivers, and constantly innovating, Ford trucks have maintained a rich history that is continuing into the 2018 Ford F-Series, and beyond. Keep on reading to learn more about why Ford celebrates 100 years of truck history! Read the rest of this entry >>

2018 Ford F-150

What is Ford changing in the new F-150?

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What are the engine options in the 2018 Ford F-150?

Ford is slowly releasing more and more details about the all-new 2018 Ford F-150, and it has dealers and drivers excited. The all-new pickup truck will further the F-150’s formidable reputation of reliability, quality, capability, and sheer ruggedness. Nonetheless, Ford is bringing updates and upgrades to the model with numerous changes in design, powertrains, and features. All of these together will make this truck the most fun , smartest, and most capable Ford F-150 to hit the roads yet. What are the engine options for the 2018 Ford F-150? Many Ford enthusiast want the answer to this question. If this is you, read further to learn more! Read the rest of this entry >>

2018 Ford F-150

What should we expect from the 2018 Ford F-150?

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2018 F-150 Release date

Recently, Ford has released some details about the all-new 2018 Ford F-150. As your local source for all things Ford, it’s our job to let you know about this exciting new pickup truck. Many drivers and Ford enthusiasts are wondering when the 2018 Ford F-150 release date is, as well as details and features about the upcoming model. We have the answer to these questions and more, so keep on reading for more information! Read the rest of this entry >>

2017 Ford F-150

What Ecoboost Engines are Available on the 2017 Ford F-150?

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2017 Ford F-150 Ecoboost Engine Options and Specs

With an ever-changing industry, and countless competitors clawing for a chance to shine, Ford is always at the front of the pack, leading the market in renovation, innovation and everything in between. Behind every Ford vehicle, there is a powerful Ford engine; and the engines just keep getting better and better with every new vehicle. The Ford F-150, for instance, has been a staple in its segment for a very long time, and this year is no different. A few of the many reasons why it’s been so successful are all of the 2017 Ford F-150 Ecoboost engine options and specs. Read the rest of this entry >>

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What Makes the Ford 10-Speed Transmission Special?

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Why Truck Drivers Love the Ford 10-Speed Transmission

For over a century, Ford has been creating beautiful vehicles, powerful engines, smooth transmissions and countless other automotive innovations. Every year, Ford products continue to raise the bar for the entire industry. One particular product that Houston Ford wants to recognize is the Ford ten-speed transmission. The 2018 Ford F-150 is almost here, and in several of its trims, you will find a standard ten-speed transmission equipped to the engine; and, believe it or not, one of the most highly-anticipated features of the new F-150 is the transmission. To anyone who doesn’t understand why truck drivers love the Ford 10-speed transmission, stick around; Houston Ford has the answers. Read the rest of this entry >>

2018 Ford F-150 diesel

2018 will be first time Ford offers a diesel engine for the F-150 lineup

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2018 F-150 diesel engine performance specs release date

Year after year, the Ford F-150 continues to blow away the competition with some incredible innovation. A couple of years ago, Ford starting using high-strength, military-grade aluminum to build the truck. The resulting improvements to handling and efficiency scores have put the rest of the full-size pickup truck class on notice. For the 2018 model year, Ford is changing the game again by introducing the company’s first diesel engine for the F-150 platform. The brand new turbocharged, 3.0-liter, Power Stroke V-6 diesel engine will be mated to the automaker’s 10-speed automatic transmission, a segment-first. Houston Ford expects the first 2018 F-150 trucks to be available in the showroom later this fall. The new diesel engine will be available later in the truck’s production cycle. Read the rest of this entry >>

2017 Ford F-150

Find out what you need to know about the 2017 Ford F-150

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How fast can the 2017 F-150 hit 60 mph?

Of all of the elements a pickup truck buyer needs to consider, performance remains of the most important categories. Because of all of the options available with full-size pickup truck options for the 2017 Ford F-150, this isn’t always as straightforward as one would think. Zero-to-60 mph times and towing capacity information for the 2017 F-150 can change with powertrain options, cabin configuration and cargo bed lengths. In order to get a standard set of requirements, we are using a 2017 F-150 with the standard cargo bed and the 5.0-liter, V-8 as the benchmark. A Houston Ford sales professional will be able to discuss how changes to any of the criteria will affect performance. Read the rest of this entry >>

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What do the 2017 Ford F-150 trim names mean?

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2017 Ford F-150 Trim Information

The flexibility and adaptability of the Ford F-150 full-size pickup truck are among the traits people most value in the vehicle. Not including the Raptor version of the F-150, Houston Ford customers have six trim levels of the truck to choose from. Among the more common questions asked in the Houston Ford showroom is, ‘What do Ford F-150 trims names mean?’ Our research has concluded that there is no real meaning to any of them save for a way to differentiate one trim’s set of equipment from the next. To help people get as much meaning from the trim names of the Ford F-150 as possible, we are going to explain the main differences and highlight what is offered. Read the rest of this entry >>

2018 Ford F-150

What changes have been made for the 2018 Ford F-150

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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 >>