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This May Be The Most Infuriatingly Located Oil Filter In Automotive History

staff@jalopnik.com (Brad Brownell) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:25:00 +0000

What kind of car has an oil filter located so poorly that you have to use an assortment of extensions and swivels to change it? This kind does.

The Gilmore Car Museum Will Let You Drive A Model-T For Less Than $100

staff@jalopnik.com (Alvin Reyes) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:25:00 +0000

Alongside a hands-on 3.5-hour driving lesson, the ticket gets you full admission to the museum's massive 190,000-square-foot compounds featuring over 500 cars.

The Ford Model T Looks Simple Until You Get To The Transmission

staff@jalopnik.com (Chloe Clougher) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:25:00 +0000

The Ford Model T altered the course of history. As simple as the car might be, its transmission was anything but - it could be a nightmare to operate.

This Forgotten Mid-Engine Mustang Concept Could Be The Answer To Ford's Affordability Woes

staff@jalopnik.com (Brad Brownell) — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 01:25:00 +0000

It's time for Ford to develop a modern lightweight sports car with good fuel economy and a low price point to round out its performance portfolio.

How Does Ford's Pro Trailer Backup Assist Let You Steer Your Truck Without The Steering Wheel?

staff@jalopnik.com (Kiran Menon) — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 15:25:00 +0000

Reversing a trailer without steering-wheel inputs sounds like a gimmick, but Ford's system uses a specific combination of hardware and software to pull it off.

Ford Says Bronco And Ranger Raptor 'Already Have Too Much Power,' So Hotter Versions Aren't Coming

staff@jalopnik.com (Andy Kalmowitz) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:13:02 +0000

Widmann contests the Bronco Raptor might actually have too much power. And here I was, thinking this was America.

The Merkur XR4Ti Was Ford's Federalized Sierra, But Its Awesomeness Couldn't Save It

staff@jalopnik.com (Charles Krome) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 20:25:00 +0000

Created to compete with the BMW 3 Series, the Ford Merkur XR4Ti had a long list of strengths, but they couldn't outweigh the cards stacked against it.

The 2000 Ford Excursion Was Built To Be The Biggest, Heaviest SUV On Earth

staff@jalopnik.com (Charles Krome) — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:25:00 +0000

This 7,700-lb monster dwarfed every other SUV on the market and packed the biggest-displacement diesel engine Ford ever produced, towing up to 11,000 lbs.

Just Because Ford Killed Its Sedans Doesn't Mean They Can't Make A Comeback

staff@jalopnik.com (Andy Kalmowitz) — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:23:36 +0000

I can hear your keyboards furiously typing already.

These Overrated Muscle Cars Are More Trouble Than They're Worth

staff@jalopnik.com (Josh West) — Sat, 06 Jun 2026 20:45:00 +0000

A lot of muscle cars are seen as legendary dream cars that anyone would love to own. But a few aren't quite as great for day-to-day life as you'd think.

Henry Ford's Amazon Rubber Empire Dream Fordlandia To Be Restored As Ordered By Brazilian Courts

staff@jalopnik.com (Lalita Chemello) — Sat, 06 Jun 2026 12:25:00 +0000

Fordlandia was abandoned in the 1940s, but preservationists in the region have worked since the 1990s to have the dying city declared a heritage site.

These Are Your Favorite Ford Cars

staff@jalopnik.com (Erin Marquis) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:25:00 +0000

With a brand so familiar, it's easy to forget that Ford has some real bangers (complimentary) in its history.

2027 Ford Bronco Filson Is The Modern Eddie Bauer For Buyers Who Want A 'Premium' Off-Roader Mixed With Bougie Workwear Flair And A Braptor Engine

staff@jalopnik.com (Andy Kalmowitz) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0000

If you're the type of person who has long wanted a Bronco but felt that it's just a little too crappy for you, well, your prayers have been answered.

What's Your Favorite Ford?

staff@jalopnik.com (Erin Marquis) — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:25:00 +0000

Ford may be known for its mass-market lineup, but that just means there's more to choose from when it comes to picking a favorite.

How Ford's SVO Gave Way To The SVT We Know And Love

staff@jalopnik.com (Brad Brownell) — Sun, 31 May 2026 16:25:00 +0000

The SVO and SVT performance sub-brands led to many of the high-performance Fords we have today, like the Mustang Dark Horse SC and the F-150 Raptor R.

2026 Ford Bronco: Will It Baby?

staff@jalopnik.com (Erin Marquis) — Sat, 30 May 2026 12:25:00 +0000

If you're hoping to use this post to convince the spouse that a badass off-roading vehicle is just what the doctor ordered for a family car, you're out of luck.

Ford Takes The Bronco Upmarket By Teaming Up With Bougie Outdoor Brand Filson

staff@jalopnik.com (Andy Kalmowitz) — Tue, 19 May 2026 16:00:00 +0000

If there's one thing Ford's Bronco was missing, it was a fancier (and probably more expensive) trim.

The Ford Taurus Saved Ford, But Consumer Reports Said V6 Models Literally Stunk

staff@jalopnik.com (Charles Krome) — Tue, 19 May 2026 02:25:00 +0000

The Ford Taurus was revolutionary when it first debuted in the mid 1980s. However, it did have some issues, and Consumer Reports said it had a horrible smell.

How Ford Designed Its Capless Fuel Filler To Reduce Gasoline Theft

staff@jalopnik.com (Kiran Menon) — Sun, 17 May 2026 09:25:00 +0000

Capless fuel fillers are becoming increasingly common, thanks partly to the efforts of Ford. But what has the Blue Oval done to keep thieves away from your gas?

At $12,000, Is This 1993 Ford F-150 Long Bed A Deal You Wouldn't Sleep On?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Tue, 12 May 2026 12:25:00 +0000

A rare example of the babied work truck.