I said it would replace Maverick and Ranger as Ford's midsized truck.

Corsair is being imported from China and lightning continues as an EREV.   But a ce1 pickup buyer is not a Maverick buyer.  They want an EV but there are no lower cost EV trucks.  So Ford has that market all to themselves.  As opposed to a plethora of EV crossovers and cars.     Why do you think Maverick was able to raise prices from $20k to $30k?  No competition below $30k.

Bronco Lobo?? 

https://fordauthority.com/2026/01/ford-bronco-reveal-will-kick-off-2026-detroit-auto-show/

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The Broncoized Maverick would  follow the Escape/Bronco Sport template-   It would have squared out/tougher styling and more focused off road bent with an available lifted suspension like the BS Sasquatch.   I don't think the Gladiator would exactly be a target with it either.      

Which means that making "affordable" vehicle all the much harder because the typical North American buyer won't by something that is smaller than say 175 inches long or so in numbers. 

So like a next gen maverick that applies learnings about cost efficiency from CE1 to a ICE truck to make the manufacturing process more affordable, and leads to a lower price?    I like that idea, but I'd just make that the next gen maverick so it can stay true to its affordable, small roots. I don't believe it needs to be an additional model. 

Corsair is rumored to being continued by importation from China...worked for Nautilus so I guess Lincoln is seeing if (ahem) lightning strikes twice. 

Recent & Notable Recalls 2025 CR-V e:FCEV (Coolant Leak): A fuel cell coolant leak can lead to a loss of power.  2023-2025 CR-V Hybrid (Battery/Fuel): Issues with lithium-ion battery terminals or fuel pump components causing fire/power loss risks.  2024 CR-V (Tire Code): Missing 4-digit date code on the Tire Identification Number (TIN).  2023 CR-V (Seat Frame): Improperly welded front passenger seat back frame.  2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid (Fire Risk): Overheating battery cables due to a missing fuse on a 12-volt cable.  2025 CR-V Hybrid (Fuel Leak): A fuel hose connection issue could cause leaks and fire risk.    Recent & Notable Recalls: 2013-2018 Models (Fire Risk): Over 1.8 million RAV4s recalled for replacement 12-volt batteries that might not be secured tightly, potentially causing a short circuit and fire, according to CBT News and this YouTube video. 2024-2025 Models (Brakes): Some 2024 RAV4s and 2025 Lexus NX models have loose bolts on front brake calipers and wheel hubs, risking damage or wheel detachment, notes DealerRater and Toyota USA Newsroom.    Not to say Ford is any better, but there are issues with them.