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Last December, Ford CEO Jim Farley reiterated that “ fixing quality is my No. 1 priority ,” but warned that improvements won’t come overnight. Various design flaws and other issues have indeed marred the launch of key products like the Mustang Mach-E , Bronco and next-generation F-150 (driveshaft, rust). And …

Undermined by supply chain disruptions, most notably the chip shortage, new light-duty vehicle sales fell 1.6 percent globally in 2022, going from 80.7 million units to 79.4 million units, according to JATO Dynamics data. The continued growth of electric vehicles, especially in China and Europe, was a bright spot. With …

Led by the Ford F-150, full-size pickups are by far the top sellers in Canada, and that’s been the case for many years. With plenty of engine options, superior capability and more interior space than midsize models, these trucks are fantastic for work and recreation. Which one is the best …

Catalytic converter thefts continue to be a major problem across North America, and this extends beyond private driveways. Parking lots, even ones that were well-lit, are getting hit now. So do car dealerships on a regular basis. Thieves are attracted to catalytic converters due to the precious metals they contain, …

Ford has issued five separate recalls in the past few days affecting hundreds of thousands of vehicles in North America, including nearly 90,000 in Canada. Let’s start with the most serious problem, which affects 35,398 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ sedans from the 2013-2018 model years (hybrid models are excluded).

As unbelievable as it may sound, the new and almighty Ford F-150 Raptor R managed to disappoint some fans when it debuted earlier this year. How could that happen with 700 horsepower and 640 pound-feet of torque under the hood? Well, the numbers don’t quite match those of the Ram …

Ford quality is on the rise and now ranks above the industry average according to J.D. Power’s latest Initial Quality Study. However, for many, it’s not enough. Various design flaws and other issues have marred the launch of key products like the Mustang Mach-E (battery, displays), Bronco (roof) and next-generation …

Electric cars are nice, but what about pickups? These machines are all over the place, and it’s about time they get the battery treatment, too. Several automakers are actively working on fully electric trucks. Heck, a pair of models have already hit the road in Canada as we write these …

Ford has announced another recall affecting the new F-150 , more specifically 11,349 units covering the 2021-2022 model years in Canada. The problem comes from the insulators under the truck which may have been improperly installed. As a result, they could loosen and damage the driveshaft. If this happens, the …