Ford patents solid axle with hub motors for EVs
Ford has filed a patent application for solid axles with integrated hub motors, hinting at a very different kind of EV powertrain from the Blue Oval. Instead of allowing wheels…
Read More »Ford still working on roof-mounted airbags, files another patent
Ford has filed a second patent application for roof-mounted airbags aimed at offering added crash protection to vehicle occupants. The automaker filed a patent application with the United States Patent…
Read More »2024 Ford Mustang, 2024 Audi Q7, Ram 1500 REV: The Week In Reverse
The 2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse interior debuted, the 2024 Audi Q7 underwent cold-weather testing, and the Ram 1500 REV name was confirmed. It’s the Week in Reverse, right here…
Read More »Ford pickup with midgate and fold-flat seats patented
A recent patent filing indicates that Ford might follow General Motors and Ram with a midgate for pickup trucks, but the automaker has another trick up its sleeve as well….
Read More »Ford entering F1, 2023 Porsche 911 Dakar, 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6: The Week In Reverse
Ford announced it’s returning to F1, we drove the 2023 Porsche 911 Dakar, and the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 received EPA range ratings. It’s the Week in Reverse, right here…
Read More »Ford patented a magnetic charger for EVs
Ford has filed a patent application for a magnetic EV charger that lets drivers charge without having to get out of their cars. Filed with the United States Patent and…
Read More »More than one third of Lincoln’s dealerships say “no thanks” to brand’s electric future
More than one third of U.S. Lincoln dealerships have opted out of a certification plan to sell electric cars as part of the luxury brand’s EV shift, Automotive News reported…
Read More »Ford patents roof-mounted airbags
Ford has filed a patent application for roof-mounted airbags that would deploy from a vehicle’s headliner and surround occupants for added crash protection. The application was filed with the United…
Read More »Ford F-150 Lightning quicker than originally advertised
Ford CEO Jim Farley took to Twitter on Monday to announce that the quickest version of the F-150 Lightning will sprint to 60 mph from rest in less than four…
Read More »2023 Ford Super Duty, 2023 BMW XM, 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV: The Week In Reverse
The 2023 Ford Super Duty broke cover, the 2023 BMW XM became a thing, and we drove the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV. It’s the Week in Reverse, right here at…
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