Ford patents a modular chassis designed for trucks, sports cars
Automakers often discuss modular architectures that can be used for multiple models, but a newly surfaced Ford patent filing takes the concept of modularity to another level. The application, which…
Read More »2025 Ford Bronco Sport spied with updates, extra capability
Ford has been spotted testing prototypes for an updated Bronco Sport, and some of the test vehicles feature upgrades that point to a more off-road capable version of the compact…
Read More »Ford’s off-road driving school now open to all
Ford is opening its Bronco Off-Roadeo to the general public, allowing anyone to get behind the wheel of a Bronco SUV and learn some off-roading skills. Announced in 2021, the…
Read More »Review: Ford’s BlueCruise 1.2 gains capability and smoothes rough edges
In 2021, Ford’s BlueCruise (then called ActiveGlide in Lincolns) cruised into second place in the Level 2 hands-free driver-assist system wars behind GM’s Super Cruise. The system is upgraded to…
Read More »Ford might take zone lighting to a vehicle’s roof
Ford currently offers a zone lighting system that allows drivers to turn exterior lights on and off remotely using an app. But it seems Ford engineers are thinking about tweaking…
Read More »Ford working on extendable cargo bed with built-in steps, ramps
The typical pickup truck bed is little more than a box with a tailgate, but Ford is envisioning something more elaborate. Four recent patent filings from the automaker show ways…
Read More »Ford will make BlueCruise hardware standard
Ford on Monday announced it will make the hardware required for its BlueCruise automated highway driver-assist system a standard feature on new vehicles, starting with certain 2024 models. Customers will…
Read More »Ford patents pop-up bed rail system
Ford is looking to patent new hardware for pickup truck beds. According to a patent application published on April 20, 2023 (and originally filed Oct. 19, 2021), the Blue Oval…
Read More »1,972-hp Ford Pro Electric Supervan hits the ‘Ring
Ford’s Pro Electric Supervan concept has been spotted testing at the Nürburgring and on some of the German racetrack’s surrounding roads. The concept was unveiled in June at the 2022…
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