Software tweak boosts power for Ford Ranger and Bronco Raptors
It took several yearsbut Ford is beginning to expand its high-performance off-road Raptor lineup, which now includes the Ranger and Bronco. Like their F-150 Raptor brothers, they offer more power to help them crawl over rocks and fly over dunes. For those who want to make their 2024 Ranger Raptor or 2022-2024 Bronco Raptor even more ferocious, Ford Performance accessories have a new software calibration. In addition to improved throttle response and optimized shifting, the upgrades significantly increase the 3.0-liter EcoBoost V6's horsepower and torque. Ranger Raptor owners will see a 12 percent jump in horsepower from 405 to 455 hp, and a 25 percent increase in torque from 430 to 536 lb-ft. The Bronco Raptor's factory numbers are higher at 418 hp and 440 lb-ft, but the software revisions will bring it to the same peaks as the Ranger Raptor. The software calibration can be purchased online (click here for Ranger Raptor and here for Bronco Raptor) for $825,…
GM sued for selling data on 16 million drivers to insurance companies
General Motors has been sued The state of Texas has filed criminal charges against a driver, accusing him of selling detailed driving records to insurance companies for profit, The New York Times reported on Tuesday, August 13. The lawsuit alleges that GM used its OnStar telematics system to collect data on 16 million drivers and sold it to auto insurers, causing those customers' insurance premiums to skyrocket or their coverage to be reduced. The data includes individual users’ driving behavior, start and end times of specific trips, and instances of speeding above 80 mph and emergency braking. Late-night driving, seatbelt use, and “sharp turns” are collected and sold to external vendors, who then compile a “driving score.”“ Sold to insurance companies. According to the New York Times, GM received "millions of dollars" through multiple revenue streams, including upfront payments from insurance companies and ongoing royalties. In March, the newspaper reported that several car companies were selling driving data, which was…
2025 Ford Bronco Sport gets new tech and Sasquatch package
When the Mustangs finally returned It didn't come alone in the 2020 Ford lineup. It brought along its little brother, the Bronco Sport. Like many of its siblings, the Bronco Sport resembles its big brother in some ways. That resemblance is even more evident in the upgraded 2025 Bronco Sport, which comes with a variety of features, technology, and off-road upgrades, including the Sasquatch package. All 2025 Bronco Sports get new bumpers with accessory attachment points for mounting accessories like netting, auxiliary lighting or dune flag mounts. Outer Banks Sasquatch, Badlands and Badlands Sasquatch models feature integrated tie-down points rated for up to 150 pounds that flip out of the front fenders to help secure cargo to the roof. Inside, the Bronco Sport lineup comes standard with a 12.3-inch digital instrument display, a SYNC 4 infotainment system with a 13.2-inch touchscreen, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The same is true for the Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist+ suite of safety…
1934 Bugatti wins Pebble Beach “Best of Show” award
Monterey Car Week 2024 On Sunday, its signature event, the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, came to a close. This year’s event drew 214 cars and their owners from 16 countries and 29 states to the 18th fairway of Pebble Beach Golf Links to compete for dozens of awards. This was the tenth time since the event first took place in 1950 that the top prize, Best of Show, was awarded to Bugatti (tied with Mercedes-Benz for the most Best of Show wins). But the 1934 Type 59 sports car that owner Fritz Burkard drove to victory amid a shower of yellow and white confetti was different from the other winners. Image credit: Bugatti For the first time, this year's top exhibit came from one of the event's two preservation categories: L-1: Pre-War Preservation and L-2: Post-War Preservation. A 1934 Bugatti Type 59 Sport from the Pearl Collection in Zug, Switzerland, won first place in its individual category, beating out a…
RTR Vehicles brings Mystichrome back to the Mustang
In the car worldsometimes money just isn't enough. Certain supercar manufacturers will vet you before they'll approve you to buy their product. Others, like Ford, will make you wait a long time for the return of certain beloved models, like the Mustang Mach 1 or the Bronco. It's been two decades since Ford produced a 2004 SVT Mustang Cobra in Mystichrome paint. Guess what? It still hasn't added it back to the list of available colors. The good news is that RTR Vehicles has started offering the unique color-changing finish. A mysterious 1996 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra is for sale on ClassicCars.com The Blue Oval sports a paint scheme similar to the 1996 Mustang SVT Cobra. Back then, it was called "Mystic," and the color changed from black to purple to root beer brown, depending on the angle from which it was viewed. A Mystichrome 2004 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra Convertible for sale on ClassicCars.com For the 2004 Terminator Cobra,…
2025 Ford Maverick Lobo is coming soon with a tire-racing version
Ford's smallest truckFor 2025, the Maverick gets some major updates. The latest version of the compact pickup features refreshed styling, optional all-wheel drive, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 13.2-inch touchscreen, and other tech upgrades. Given that the Maverick was introduced as a 2022 model, it's not surprising that it gets these sweeping improvements. What was unexpected was the news about a new street truck variant of the Maverick, the Lobo (Spanish for wolf). High-performance trucks are nothing new for Ford, but they've changed dramatically over the past 20 years. The last gas-powered F-150 Lightning was a 2004 SVT model with two doors, a flareside cargo box, and a supercharged 5.4-liter V8. A few years later, that special place in Ford's lineup was replaced by the F-150 Raptor, a pickup designed to fly over sand rather than burn up pavement. There's a new Lightning, but it's an electric vehicle with a SuperCrew cab. This makes the Maverick Lobo a…
2024 Jeep Gladiator to be unveiled in Florida
Truck Company Showcase A Ford has made its love for Texas clear by producing trim levels and special editions inspired by the Lone Star State. Ford's luxurious King Ranch pickup is named after the 825,000 acres of land made famous by the Running W brand. Ram has taken a similar route with the Laramie Longhorn Southfork Edition, named after the Southfork Ranch, which was featured on the TV show "Dallas." Chevrolet has gone more directly Texas with the Silverado. Now Florida A special edition of the 2024 Jeep Gladiator is being launched, called the High Tide Edition. 2024 Jeep Gladiator Mojave X Jeeps can go anywhere, but many owners choose to bring their vehicles to Daytona Beach, Florida, for the Jeep Beach event, which includes an obstacle course, off-road camp and a vehicle parade. “The annual Jeep Beach event in Florida this year attracted 250,000 people and 40,000 Jeep SUVs and midsize pickups over two weekends, one of the largest…
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