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I Love The Slate, But The Ford Fathom Just Killed It

staff@jalopnik.com (Amber DaSilva) — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:04:36 +0000

It may not offer 3D files to let me print my own accessories, but I'm willing to give those up for the benefit of a back seat.

Ford's Midsize Electric Pickup Is Called The Fathom, Starts At $29,945

staff@jalopnik.com (Amber DaSilva) — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:47:40 +0000

Should Slate be terrified?

After 2 Hours Of Overtime Bidding This 8-Mile Ford GT Sold For $2.1 Million

staff@jalopnik.com (Chris Tsui) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 17:16:37 +0000

The window sticker lists a when-new MSRP of just $174,595, which is about $290,000 adjusting for inflation. That's still a fraction of what it just sold for.

Ford Doesn't Offer A Factory-Built Police Mustang, But That's Not Stopping Some Departments

staff@jalopnik.com (Charles Krome) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 09:25:00 +0000

Ford sells five kinds of cop car, none of them a sedan. Still, state police field beefed-up GT Mustangs in eight states, and in a ninth cops can use their own.

The 2007 Shelby Terlingua Is My Favorite Deep Cut Performance Ford Mustang

staff@jalopnik.com (Brad Brownell) — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 23:25:00 +0000

The Shelby Terlingua Mustang, named after the Texas ghost town Carroll bought in the 1960s, cost a bundle but had all kinds of fun modifications.

Grenading Ford 1.0-Liter Engines Pose 'Unreasonable Risk To Motor Vehicle Safety,' NHTSA Probe Finds

staff@jalopnik.com (Logan K. Carter) — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 21:06:04 +0000

The timing belt may degrade and create debris that clogs the mesh oil pump pick-up screen and starve the engine of oil, happening with little-to-no warning.

12 Sporty Cars With Pretty Darn Good Fuel Economy

staff@jalopnik.com (Ivo Gievski) — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 20:45:00 +0000

Having a car that looks good and drives like a dream can sometimes mean you make sacrifices. But a few sporty cars can last long on the road.

The 1982 Ford Mustang SSP Was The Last Thing Speeders In California Wanted To See In Their Mirrors

staff@jalopnik.com (Charles Krome) — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:25:00 +0000

Think you could outrun the law in the '80s? Discover why the 1982 Ford Mustang SSP gave California speeders a serious run for their money.

Why The 1979 Ford Mustang Indy 500 Pace Car Was Such A Big Deal

staff@jalopnik.com (Erik Sherman) — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 03:25:00 +0000

In 1979, Ford showcased its new third-generation Mustang as the official pace car of the Indy 500. This was a key moment for the Mustang as a whole.

4 Things To Know If You Want A Ford Mustang As A Family Car

staff@jalopnik.com (Charles Krome) — Sun, 02 Aug 2026 19:05:00 +0000

The Ford Mustang isn't always the first car you think of when it comes to family transport, but could you use it for hauling the kids from A to B?

Ford's Thriftpower Inline-Six Powered The Falcon, Mustang, And Bronco For 24 Years

staff@jalopnik.com (Aakash Badree) — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 23:45:00 +0000

The Thriftpower powered everything from Mustangs to Falcons to Mercury family cars, and there's a good reason why Ford used it for nearly a quarter century.

You May Not Realize Just How Much Values Have Risen For First-Gen Ford Broncos

staff@jalopnik.com (Chris Tsui) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 23:25:00 +0000

The values of first-gen Ford Broncos have gone through the roof, with rarity and fashion trends turning these old SUVs into trendy status symbols.

Electrician Fired From Ford For 'Stealing' $1.95 Cookie Now Wants To Sue

staff@jalopnik.com (Chris Tsui) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 19:05:00 +0000

"Workers say these kiosks have been failing for years, and nothing was done about it," Kromm's attorney told SG.

At $23,777, Would You Court This 1972 Ford Pinto Squire?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:25:00 +0000

The Pinto's two-door wagon version had the benefit of being far less likely to explode in a collision, which most drivers appreciate.

Why The Ford Mustang Boss 351 Was Only Produced For A Single Model Year

staff@jalopnik.com (Charles Krome) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:45:00 +0000

The Ford Mustang Boss 351 was a high-performance variant of the famous pony car that was only sold in 1971. Why did it last just a single year?

Ford Will Put A Gun Safe In Your Expedition Because A 4-Digit Code Will Surely Curb Your Road Rage

staff@jalopnik.com (Andy Kalmowitz) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 03:25:00 +0000

With a four-digit combination keeping the center console safe locked, Ford isn't advertising this accessory as a gun safe, but that's definitely what it is.

Here's How Much The 2021 Ford Escape PHEV Has Depreciated In 5 Years

staff@jalopnik.com (Kiran Menon) — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 23:25:00 +0000

The Ford Escape hybrid debuted in 2021, and five years later you may be looking for one to buy. Or wanting to sell yours. Here are the prices to expect.

This YouTuber Is Building A Brand New 1967 Ford Mustang From The Ground Up

staff@jalopnik.com (Kiran Menon) — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:25:00 +0000

Ever wanted a brand-new 1967 Ford Mustang? Well ride along with this YouTuber as they show you how to build your very own classic from scratch.

How Ford's 1983 Probe IV Concept Hit A 0.152 Drag Coefficient For Max MPG

staff@jalopnik.com (Alvin Reyes) — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 19:25:00 +0000

With a sci-fi body built in Italy and tested in Lockheed's wind tunnel, the 1983 Ford Probe IV's drag coefficient is still lower than any production car today.

Ford Fired Diabetic Electrician Over Stolen $1.95 Cookie Allegations

staff@jalopnik.com (Chris Tsui) — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 17:25:00 +0000

After over a decade at Ford's Louisville plant, the worker was fired for stealing a single cookie, but his bank transactions prove he paid for it.