Ford’s famous F-Series looks as if it might be taking a serious hit as sales for the truck have slowly been declining over the past few weeks. Its competition is the Toyota Camry. Surprised? Many of us were surprised at first – but the fact that the gas prices have been so high is the reason for this situation.
The 2009 Ford F-150 is getting a much needed update to the 5.4 liter V8 engine. Ford will be increasing the horsepower (if only by a little) of the V8 by using the ‘open valve technology’ fuel injection process. You can expect the truck now to punch 320 horsepower instead of 300 and from 365 lb-ft. of torque to 390.
The F-150 Raptor is something that we have been hearing about for quite some time – but we were wondering if it was just rumor or if the new truck would actually be making it to the market. Ford answered our questions this week when they gave several dealerships the chance to check it out for themselves at the Ford Dealer Show that was being held in Las Vegas. As is to be expected they have shared a few details of what they saw with all of us car aficionadas.
Ford is always coming up with new ways to take care of their consumers in every way. Not only have they given us a comfortable ride and a great way to listen to our music – but now they are making sure that we don’t lose track of the things we need. They have created RFID – radio frequency identification technology.
Consumers are excited to see the new line-up for the trucks that are in store. They are bigger, badder, and even better than before. Full of all the power that one looks for in a heavy duty truck.
Who needs a small car when you can have a one ton, full size, Super Duty pickup truck. The brand new 2007 F-350 is the next best thing in Ford trucks and is every man’s dream come true. The truck is available in regular cab, SuperCab, and Crew Cab. If you are the type of person who needs to haul their boat or other enormous objects then you will be happy to know that the Dual rear wheel version can haul up to 17,000 pounds.