blazerdude20

Blaming this one on Tesla and Rivian. They only have fixed glass options. I can assume other manufacturers are realizing people are mostly ok with just the glass option. Saving production and warranty costs. I personally like the moonroof option, even if it can only be open for like 3 months here in the PNW.

If only could put a hybrid 2.3/2.5L in the Explorer. 🙃

They just introduced the Tremor trim that has the 3.0L optional but then remove it from the top trim… makes no sense.

Yes I believe you’re correct. I had it flipped. Nonetheless for an $85k vehicle, there is no reason it shouldn’t have PAK

We got a 2025 Platinum Max for my wife about 3 weeks ago. Thus far it has been a wonderful vehicle. It’s very comfortable and the tech in it is a big step up in cohesiveness for Ford. The side camera views next to the speedometer when the turn signal on is a surprisingly nice feature. The seats are nicely bolstered and comfortable. The new Ford Experience infotainment system is SO MUCH better than the vertical sync 4 system in my lightning. It’s actually enjoyable to use. Only real gripe is with Ford build options. You cannot spec a Stealth model, nor King Ranch, with a second row bench. It’s weird because the interior seats aren’t different in the Platinum between the regular or Stealth models. Why gate keep it. You also can only get phone as a key in the King Ranch. Why…

Somehow better than Toyota still.

Level 3 would be cool but I am pretty sure bluecruise is level 2? If so, that level of capability is already plenty for a lower price range vehicle. I mean you can’t even get basic adaptive cruise in the maverick without being in a lariat trim.

I just looked on the Ford Mexico page and they only have XLT and Lariat models there.

https://www.carscoops.com/2025/06/toyota-highlander-sienna-erev-range-extender/ “Both the Highlander SUV and Sienna minivan, which are nearly identical to their North American counterparts, are confirmed to be getting new generations with a range-extender electric powertrain option.” The Chinese models are nearly identical to the models sold in North America. So it is likely that will be the case for the upcoming generation as well.

Check out A2ZEV adaptors. I have one for my lightning since Ford took 8 months to get me their factory one. $170 and you can get a 10% discount if you have use a code from Chargeway app. Comes in a nice padded case and has been solid thus far (Ford didn’t provide a case for theirs… cheap).

Interesting that it comes with the 4-Auto 4WD system. I wonder if there is a Lobo-R version coming with a higher output.

Yep, it’s the Lobo https://www.motortrend.com/news/2025-ford-f-150-lobo-first-look-review

I assume it’s the Lobo trim.

Simpler doesn’t mean it’s realistic. Lots of simple solutions to problems, that’ll never happen due to politics. In hindsight, congress should have tied the federal gas tax rate to inflation. It hasn’t increased since the 90’s. Combined with increased fuel economy, this has led to the federal highway funds being sapped. If they really “want to help” the everyday user, then I’d suggest eliminating the CAFE credit for auto start-stop. Lots of extra wear and tear for minimal, if any, real world gain in fuel economy.

I don’t really understand why Ford bailed on their Rivian investment so quickly. Money was already spent. They have solid underpinnings that could have merged with Ford efforts to saves costs.

As someone who owns an EV and commutes 400+ miles in a day a few times a month, very rarely would you be at a charging station for half an hour. Batteries charge the fastest at a low remaining battery percentage. They take the full power of the charger in that range and then slow down the closer you go to full. Typically I’ll leave my home with a full charge on the Lightning, drive ~215 miles and stop at a charger for about 15 minutes. This adds ~100 miles to my range. Do the same at another station about 2-2.5 hours down the road. Eventually getting home with ~10% range left. (When I had a Model Y, that same range would take even less time). My 400 mile round trip typically has about 30 minutes total added for charging. Compared to about 10 minutes for fueling up my old F-150 with gas. I try to align my stops with restroom, stretch, and snack stops. So it really doesn’t add that time. In exchange for that time spent, I also save about 50% on fuel costs and don’t have to waste 2 hours at the dealership for oil changes every two months (I drive a lot - 40k a year). Along with never stopping anywhere to charge but at home when not on longer business trips.

By the same token… manufacturers can’t afford to design vehicles only for the US while Europe, China, and other Asian countries push forward with EV’s. Eventually the US will either get stagnant design/features or less options overall.

Of course knowing GM history, one has to wonder if they are hiding something. 😂.

With the F-150 next gen cycle supposedly pushed to 2028, I wonder if the 2026 model doesn’t see a refresh to hold it over. Replacing Sync 4 with the new Google based Ford Digital Experience system would be nice.

https://www.jalopnik.com/1865276/2026-toyota-rav4-hybrid-reveal-design-specs-details/

Good news! It may not be the best compact crossover but it is a solid entry and doesn’t typically have too much in rebates. I wonder if they can move Maverick/Bronco Sport production to Louisville to help fill out capacity and deal with whatever comes of the tariffs on Mexican products. Perhaps an extreme long shot but it sure would be nice if more Escapes and eventually Bronco Sports could be had in Hybrid form. Perhaps the expected underutilized battery capacity at BOC could help. Ford seems to have been battery constrained for decades now.

That’s not true. Fentanyl has been an issue in this country for close to a decade.

The article is behind a paywall. Can someone quote a couple sentences so we have an idea of the intent of this article and post?

The GM forums and Reddit have 2025 owners complaining of CEL and a couple of engine failures at sub 10k mile ranges. I somehow doubt this is a production issue over 4-5 years

This has been a long time coming. The current unsold inventory have a stop sale, would be a great time for Ford to get shoppers into the new Expeditions. https://www.motortrend.com/news/2021-2024-gm-chevrolet-cadillac-gmc-trucks-suvs-l87-62l-v-8-recall