Ford is reopening ordering for the 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning electric pickup truck, and it's brought along a few updates for it. At the top of the list is a little boost in range for the base battery option. It picks up 10 more miles for a total estimated range of 240 miles. This battery option is available on the base Pro, XLT and Lariat trims.
Also available now is Pro Trailer Hitch Assist. This feature lets the truck automatically maneuver itself into position for hooking up a trailer. It's available on all trims. On Pro, XLT and some Lariat trims, it's part of the optional Tow Technology Package. On some other Lariat trims and the Platinum trim, it's a standard feature.
Furthermore, two new colors are available, Avalanche Gray and...
Inflation is real. I get it, but $8900 price increase on Lariat ER and elimination of some of the coolest party tricks like onboard scales and smart tow hitch? After waiting paitiently since Day One, I'm out @FoMoCo on this one. I'll order a base. And wait. And keeper the ICEr for road trips.
Double Freaking ugh.
Like others I check fords web page on my order status. For sometime it's been telling me production date of 09/05/2022. Well today there is no info about production date nothing on it no order accepted.