Full-size pickup truck shoppers have a multitude of choices, such as the Chevy Silverado 1500, Ram 1500, Toyota Tundra, Nissan Titan and GMC Sierra 1500. However, one nameplate that stands out from the rest is the Ford F-150, which has been the best-selling vehicle in America over the past three decades. With a thorough redesign for the 2018 model-year, the Ford F-150 is even better, and the latest incarnation of the legendary pickup just won the 2018 Motor Trend Truck of the Year award. Read the rest of this entry
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Ford Models Take Home Hottest Vehicle Awards at the SEMA Auto Show
2017 SEMA Ford Focus and F-Series Hottest Hatch and Truck Awards
The SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) show — which is held in Las Vegas — draws thousands of automotive enthusiasts with a unique collection of vehicles and automotive-related demonstrations and seminars. For the 2017 show, two Ford models were honored. The Ford Focus won the Hottest Hatch of the Year award and the Ford F-Series won the Hottest Truck of the Year award. Read the rest of this entry
Does the 2018 Ford F-150 offer a diesel engine?
The highly-popular Ford F-150 received a thorough redesign for the 2018 model-year, with bolder styling, a segment-first high-strength, military-grade, aluminum alloy body and many new technologies. Read the rest of this entry
Ford Created F-150 Raptor That’s Inspired by the F-22 Fighter Jet
F-22 Fighter Jet-Inspired Ford F-150 Raptor at 2017 EAA AirVenture
Last week at the 2017 AirVenture fly-in at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, Ford unveiled a one-of-kind custom model: a Ford F-22 F-150 Raptor that’s based on the U.S. Air Force’s Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor fighter jet. The unique truck raised $300,000 for the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Gathering of Eagles, which is an organization and an event committed to aviation and the encouragement of youth involvement in flight. Read the rest of this entry
Watch 100 Years of Ford Trucks Video: Model TT to 2017 F-150 Raptor
Ford boasts a legendary lineage of groundbreaking trucks, from the Model TT to the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor. To celebrate their 100 years of truck history, Ford created this decade-by-decade video montage. Watch and enjoy. Read the rest of this entry
How 2017 Ford F-150 Pre-Collision with Pedestrian Detection Works
The 2017 Ford F-150 is a highly-capable truck, with impressive performance, towing prowess and off-road abilities. The new F-150 is also a very safe truck, especially with features like its state-of-the-art Pre-Collision with Pedestrian Detection System. To see how it works, read more. Read the rest of this entry
What Colors are Available on the 2017 Ford F-150 Exterior?
List of 2017 Ford F-150 Exterior Paint Color Options
Everyone loves a good pickup truck, and no one does it better than Ford. The 2017 Ford F-150, known for its power, towing ability, and so much more, is one of the best pickup trucks around. What people may not know about it, however, is the long list of 2017 Ford F-150 exterior paint color options. Read the rest of this entry
2017 Ford F-150 named Top Green Vehicle by AAA Green Car Guide
2017 Ford F-150 Fuel Economy
The all-new 2017 Ford F-150 is not only durable, capable, and powerful–it is also impressively, unexpectedly efficient. The 2017 F-150 has earned a Top Green Vehicle award in the pickup category for its best-in-class gas fuel economy from AAA Green Car Guide. Although gas prices are lower than they were 40 years ago, consumers still rank fuel-efficient as one of the most deciding factors when purchasing a new vehicle. Continue reading for more about the 2017 Ford F-150 fuel economy.
Ford F-150 Raptor named Best Pickup Truck of 2017 from Cars.com
Prospective new car buyers in the market for a powerful, reliable truck are sure to be impressed with the all-new 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor. It was recently named the Best Pickup Truck of 2017 from Cars.com, and for good reasons! Our team here at Western Slope Auto is going to explore some of the features of the F-150 Raptor to give drivers a better idea of what it offers. Read the rest of this entry
How does the 2017 Ford Raptor handle in the snow?
Can the 2017 Ford Raptor drive in the snow?
The all-new 2017 Ford Raptor is taking the pickup truck segment by storm, and is quickly becoming known as the ultimate high-performance off-road pickup. But, can the 2017 Ford Raptor drive in the snow? You bet! The elements stand zero chance against the toughest, smartest, and most capable Raptor yet. Watch this video below and see for yourself.