Ford Lightning News

DETROIT – Ford Motor is set to be the first automaker to bring a mainstream, full-size electric pickup to the U.S. market, poised to capitalize on a first-mover advantage in what’s expected to be a hotly contested segment in the years to come. Ford CEO Jim Farley said the company plans to scale production of its electric F-150 Lightning pickup faster than its competitors, with plans to increase production of the Lightning at a plant in Dearborn, Michigan, to 150,000 units in the next year or so, up from an initial target of 40,000 vehicles. That would dwarf plans of Rivian Automotive and General Motors, which are expected to be in the tens of thousands. Both are already producing and selling pricier electric pickups in smaller and...

This vehicle, which is a crossover/ SUV called "Star," is Lincoln's first electric model, a brand that has established itself more in China than in the United States. Lincoln “As Lincoln enters the next chapter in our transition to a zero-emissions future, the Lincoln Star Concept will lead the way for our portfolio of fully electric vehicles,” said Joy Falotico, Lincoln president. “It is an excellent example of how we are redefining luxury for the next generation as we work to transform the vehicle into a third space, a true place of sanctuary, for our clients.” The Lincoln Star introduces a new design language that will define the brand next electrified lineup. It is a crossover SUV with a sleek exterior design and panoramic...

Looks like Ford will be the next automaker to load its infotainment system with games, after Tesla launched its Arcade mode last year and the Mercedes-Benz EQS options list included a game bundle. Darren Palmer, Ford's VP of global EV programs, posted a video to LinkedIn with the caption, "Some cute little games now on the F-150 Lightning. Proving a hit with my kids in final testing …" Continue reading @Autoblog

FORD TAKES IN RECORD 50,000 F-SERIES RETAIL VEHICLE ORDERS IN MARCH; FORD ELECTRIFIED VEHICLE SALES POST RECORD; FORD PRO CONTINUES STRONG MOMENTUM; FORD BRONCO FAMILY ACHIEVES RECORD MARCH SALES; LINCOLN SUV DEMAND STRENGTHENS APR 4, 2022 | DEARBORN, MICH. 2022 Ford Super Duty Download full press release DEARBORN, Mich., April 4, 2022 – Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) today reported its March 2022 U.S. sales results. Click here or visit media.ford.com to view the news release. About Ford Motor Company Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) is a global company based in Dearborn, Michigan, that is committed to helping build a better world, where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams. The company’s Ford+ plan for growth and...

FORD'S ALEXA BUILT-IN ROLLOUT CONTINUES; NEW, ENHANCED CAR CONTROL PERSONALIZES IN-VEHICLE EXPERIENCES APR 7, 2022 | DEARBORN, MICH. Ford and Lincoln’s plans for the industry’s broadest rollout of Alexa Built-in continue, now offering enhanced Car Control, which allows vehicle occupants to teach Alexa their preferred voice commands, such as, “Alexa, my windshield is foggy” to turn on the defroster New York International Auto Show attendees can see how Alexa helps make driving easier and more enjoyable, including the first demonstrations of enhanced Car Control DEARBORN, MICH., APRIL 7, 2022 – Ford and Lincoln customers with Amazon Alexa Built-in can now teach Alexa to perform vehicle functions based on their preferred phrasing...

Today, Ford announced that April 26 will be he official launch date for new all electric F-150 Lightning truck. "It's time. #F150 Lightning," Ford CEO Jim Farley said in a tweet Wednesday morning, with an image declaring that "F-150 Lightning strikes" April 26. The automaker will mark the launch with an event at the Rouge Electric Vehicle Center in Dearborn, where the electric truck is assembled.

Hello all, it looks like we may see a new set of reservation to order emails going out in April now that that March 31 deadline has passed. Many of the people who were invited to order who either did not place an order or opted to extend the reservation to the 2023 model due to desired trim levels not being available year may have freed up a number of slots to existing reservation holders for the 2022 model year. Here is a good video on the topic:

KOCAELI, TURKEY, April 7, 2022 – Ford Pro is now shipping the first production units of its all-electric E-Transit van to customers across Europe from the Ford Otosan factory in Kocaeli, Turkey, a milestone that closely follows the start of deliveries to U.S. customers from Kansas City Assembly Plant in February. This landmark moment was celebrated today at the Gölcük plant, in a ceremony involving Turkish government representatives, investors, employees and media. Following strong early demand for E-Transit from European businesses – with over 5,000 customer orders received before vehicles roll off the assembly line – Ford Otosan is now moving to full mass production. “Ford Otosan’s Kocaeli plant is the heart of Transit production in...

DEARBORN, MI, April 5, 2022 – A fully-electric truck that is helping change the future of Ford Motor Company will be on track at Martinsville Speedway as the 2022 F-150 Lightning makes its debut as a pace vehicle for the NASCAR Cup Series on April 9. Lightning received nearly 200,000 reservations since being unveiled last May and is part of a growing EV portfolio for Ford that includes the Mustang Mach-E and E-Transit. “Ford is fully invested in electrification and the response to Lightning has been so overwhelming that it was an easy decision to bring it to a NASCAR event,” said Jeannee Kirkaldy, motorsports marketing manager, Ford Performance. “One thing we definitely know is that our fans love trucks and we’re confident that...