Canadian auto production falls even before Trump’s tariffs Canadian auto plants are set to produce about 1.3 million vehicles in 2024, the lowest level in decades according to a report from the Trillium Network for Advanced Manufacturing, a non-profit industry group based in London, Ontario. As recently as 2018, Canadian factories built more than 2 million cars and light trucks, but output has fallen to a point that Mexico is now the second-lar...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/10

Ford introduces all-new 2023 F-Series Super Duty On September 27, Ford introduced the all-new 2023 F-Series Super Duty lineup of pickup trucks and chassis cabs. Redesigned inside and out, every next-generation Super Duty, from F-250 pickup to the F-600 utility truck, is built with unprecedented levels of work capability, technology and a suite of cloud-based services.An all-new exterior includes signature “C-clamp” lighting, while LED headla...

News  Updated at: 2022/09/29

Ford recalls 737,000 vehicles in U.S. to fix oil leaks, trailer brake software On April 1, Ford issued two recalls covering over 737,000 vehicles to fix oil leaks and trailer braking systems that do not work properly.The oil leak recall includes the 2020 through 2022 Ford Escape SUV and 2021 and 2022 Bronco Sport SUV with 1.5-liter engines. In the affected vehicles, a housing can crack and oil can leak onto engine parts, creating a fire hazard.Ow...

News  Updated at: 2022/04/02

Ford recalls over 220,000 F-Series Super Duty trucks over driveshaft concerns On February 24, a recall was announced for 223,628 Super Duty (F-250 and F-350) models over concerns the aluminum driveshaft could fracture under certain conditions. The recall covers model years 2017-2022 and does not affect units equipped with the available PowerStroke diesel.As was the case with a recall of approximately 185,000 F-150 units in December 2021, the issu...

News  Updated at: 2022/02/25

Ford and HP collaborate to transform 3D waste into production parts On March 25, Ford announced its collaboration with HP to innovatively reuse spent 3D printed powders and parts, closing the loop and turning them into injection molded vehicle parts – an industry first.The recycled materials are being used by Ford supplier ARaymond to manufacture injection-molded fuel-line clips that are being installed first on Super Duty F-250 trucks. The par...

News  Updated at: 2021/03/26

Varroc Group updates about business development in North America In an investor update, Varroc Group announced that it is developing product for Rivian. Varroc is also discussing opportunities with Tesla for its new platform. Varroc has also won business from Ford for Ford Explorer rear lamps. The business opportunity is EUR 40 million per year. In addition to this, it has won the stop lamp business on the Ford F-250. Based on Varroc Group invest...

News  Updated at: 2020/12/09

Bollinger Motors moves to larger HQ in Oak Park, Michigan as it plans to double staff On August 18, EV startup Bollinger Motors announced it moved its headquarters to a larger facility in Oak Park, Michigan on August 10 to accommodate the rapid company-wide personnel expansion as it ramps up toward production. The Oak Park facility is more than four times larger than the company’s Ferndale shop, and will be the primary base of operations for th...

News  Updated at: 2020/08/19

Tesla labels Cybertruck a Class 2B-3 medium truck On December 9, in a letter to the California Air Resources Board, Tesla said that its recently shown Cybertruck should very likely qualify as a “Class 2B-3” medium-duty vehicle for emission standards purposes as the company expects it to have a towing capacity of 7,500-14,000+ lbs. The rating straddles the Class 2B designation for light/medium trucks, with competitors such as the Chevrolet Sil...

News  Updated at: 2019/12/20

Ford issues recall for select Ford Super Duty pickups Ford is issuing a recall for approximately 262,000 vehicles in the U.S. and Canada for unintended tailgate opening. Water can enter the electrical wiring circuit of models with an electric tailgate latch-release switch, causing a short circuit. This causes the switch to activate and the tailgate to open, regardless if the vehicle is stationary or mobile. Affected vehicles consist of Ford F-250...

News  Updated at: 2019/12/11

Ford increases capabilities of the 2020 F-Series Super Duty lineup On September 26, Ford announced capability improvements for new 2020 F-Series Super Duty.For 2020, maximum towing capacity increases across all Super Duty pickup series, including F-250, F-350 and F-450, versus the outgoing model.F-Series Super Duty pickups owns best-in-class heavy-duty pickup truck claims, for full-size pickups over 8,500 pounds, that include maximum available d...

News  Updated at: 2019/09/30

Ford introduces all-new 7.3-liter V8 engine for Super Duty pickup, Medium Duty trucks On August 1, Ford announced that an all-new 7.3-liter V8 engine will be optionally available in its 2020 Super Duty F-250 and F-350 pickups, scheduled to go on sale in fall 2019, that produces 430 hp and 475 ft-lb of torque paired with the all-new 10-speed heavy-duty TorqShift transmission.The new Windsor, Canada-built engine joins the standard 6.2-liter V8 gas ...

News  Updated at: 2019/08/06

Ford announces Tremor version as it adapts Super Duty to the off-road market On June 27, Ford announced that the all-new Tremor Off-Road Package is available for 2020 F-Series Super Duty to combine off-road prowess with greater towing and payload capability than Ram Power Wagon.The Tremor Off-Road Package will be available when the 2020 Super Duty launches later in 2019, and features upgraded suspension and off-road running boards, plus 35-inch m...

News  Updated at: 2019/07/02

Ford presents new 2020 F-Series Super Duty pickup with upgraded power, technology On February 5, Ford introduced the new 2020 F-Series Super Duty pickup truck line, including the F-250, F-350, and F-450, which they will begin shipping to dealers in fall 2019 from both the Kentucky Truck Plant in Louisville and Ohio Assembly Plant in Avon Lake where they are built.The Super Duty’s standard 6.2-liter gas V8 engine is joined by new offerings that ...

News  Updated at: 2019/02/06

Ford F-250, F-350 power tailgate technology leads to NHTSA investigation On October 17, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced that they have opened an investigation into thousands of Ford F-250 and F-350 Super Duty trucks from the 2017 model year.NHTSA is investigating why the power tailgates on some of the pickups can open unexpectedly while the trucks are moving.The agency said in posted documents that it has...

News  Updated at: 2018/10/23

XL Hybrids offers Hybrid Electric Drive for Ford F-250 pickups, commercial chassis On September 27, XL Hybrids announced that it will begin production of its XL3 Hybrid Electric Drive System for 2018 Ford Super Duty F-250 pickups and commercial chassis in the first quarter of 2018.The hybrid-electric drive technology will enable a 25% increase in fuel mileage, while reducing CO2 emissions on trucks used for towing, hauling, and utility applicati...

News  Updated at: 2017/10/04

Ford F-450 Super Duty Limited luxury pickup nears USD 100K On September 28, Ford Motor Co. established a new top-end for trucks by announcing its new F-Series Super Duty Limited that combines luxury, capability, and technology for a price approaching USD 100,000.While the F-250 Super Duty Limited 4x4 starts at USD 80,835, the F-450 Super Duty Limited 4x4 with all available options costs as much as USD 94,455. The F-450 Limited delivers technology...

News  Updated at: 2017/09/30

BorgWarner’s EGR technologies reduce emissions for Ford’s Power Stroke diesel engines BorgWarner announces that its exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) technologies, including an EGR cooler, EGR valve and pneumatic bypass valve, reduce emissions for the Ford Power Stroke 6.7-liter V8 diesel engine. The second-generation engine powers Ford’s all-new 2017 F-250, F-350 and F-450 Super Duty trucks. (From a press release on June 15, 2017) ...

News  Updated at: 2017/06/15

Ford announces electric vehicle modifier program for work trucks On March 14, Ford announced that it is expanding its Advanced Fuel Qualified Vehicle Modifier (QVM) program to include companies that develop and install electrified and hydraulic hybrid powertrains for Ford trucks and vans.The new eQVM program helps fleet and commercial customers meet their specific needs for reliable electrified and hydraulic hybrid work trucks that retain the ori...

News  Updated at: 2017/03/16

Dana technologies help power award-winning vehicles, engines Dana announced that several of its advanced technologies are utilized on several awarded vehicles. The 2017 Honda Ridgeline and 2017 Chrysler Pacifica, named the 2017 North American Truck and Utility Vehicles of the Year at this year's North American International Auto Show, incorporate Dana's high-performing technologies into their powertrain assemblies. The Honda Ridgeline features Da...

News  Updated at: 2017/01/13

2017 North American Car, Truck, and Utility of the Year announced at NAIAS The 2017 North American Car, Truck, and Utility of the Year (NACTOY) awards were announced on January 9 at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit.The Chevrolet Bolt EV was given the 2017 Car of the Year award, beating the Genesis G90 and Volvo S90.The Honda Ridgeline won the 2017 Truck of the Year designation, beating the Ford F-250 and Nissan Titan.The Chry...

News  Updated at: 2017/01/10