Did you know that one hundred years ago on this day, Ford released its first pickup truck? That's right! The Ford TT—as it was known—originally went on sale back in 1917. This model gave consumers a taste of what Ford engineers could do. Now, though the Ford TT is retired, its predecessors continue to carry the torch of what it means to be "Ford Tough."
Conversations about sustainability have taken center stage in the 21st century, and for a good reason. According to the experts of the EPA Partnership Program, WaterSense, less than a percent of the earth's water is fit for human use. The remaining 99-percent constitutes mostly of salt water or sources that are inaccessible, such as fresh water frozen in polar ice caps. Naturally, the conclusion is that there is not enough water to go around at the rate society consumes water. That is why corporations like Ford are taking a step forward, making the eco-consciousness a part of its mission…
The Blue Oval have never gone the traditional route with mid-cycle refreshes. Case-in-point is the 2018 Ford Mustang, which arrives with a tweaked design, updated suspension and engines, and quite a few more standard features. Some of these are all-new, while others used to be only offered as an option.
If you haven’t heard, the 2018 Ford F-150 is more than just the next model year of America’s favorite pickup. It will also be the most unique, with seven different front end designs, new head and tail lights, and an arsenal of new tech and upgrades. It will also come with a turbodiesel V6 starting next spring.