2025 Ford Ranger Raptor Review: It should not be picked up
2025 Ford Ranger Raptor Review: It should not be picked up

Patent >> Addictive power, sublime suspension, serious presence, excellent technology Disadvantages>> Too many shifts, very thirsty, too big for some It was 2017 and I remember talking with a group of friends about the coming of the First Ranger Raptor. Ford has sold the all-around F-150 Raptor in the U.S. for years, but has never offered the same treatment for its smaller trucks on its home market, let alone in Australia. var adpushup = window.adpushup = window.adpushup || {que :()}; adpushup.que.push(function(){if(adpushup.config.platform!=="Desktop"){adpushup.triggerad("0f7e3106-c4d6-4db4-4db4-8135 c5088799a76a76a76f8") adpushup.triggerad("82503191-E1D1-435A-874F-9C78A2A54A2F"); 2025 Rivian R1 Comment: A Look at the Imperfect but Promising Future When the first Ranger Raptor arrived it was well received but felt a little half-life and retained the plain turbodiesel engine of the regular truck. It is far from the Raptor, and many people think of it. Yes, it does get some impressive chassis and suspension upgrades, but it doesn't fit into the Raptor badge. Fast forward a few years, and the second generation of…

Watching This Ford F-150 Raptor Get Flattened Will Crush You
Watching this Ford F-150 Raptor flattened will crush you

This special shelter Green F-150 Raptor may have been used in truck development go through Brad Anderson March 1, 2025, 21:01 Why the truck was crushed is unknown, but it may be a prototype before it was made. These models usually lack standard VINs and cannot be sold to the public, so they are destroyed. However, some prototypes are occasionally sold to the public through auction or reconstruction. The Ford F-150 Raptor has long been king in terms of exciting and engaging high-performance pickup trucks. Of course, the more powerful RAM 1500 TRX and F-150 Raptor R have stolen some thunder in recent years, but Standard Raptor still has a loyal following. Unfortunately, there are fewer in the United States now due to a ruthless encounter with a car crusher. The clip recently shared on Instagram and shows what appears to be the original 2024 F-150 Raptor, which was painted in Shelter Green, encountering an outdated demise somewhere in the…

Barrett-Jackson Shelby Baja Raptor R is priced at $ 325,000
Barrett-Jackson Shelby Baja Raptor R is priced at $ 325,000

Serbi Americans Shelby Baja Raptor is a performance truck that can deal with any terrain and pay at the atmosphere. The very special disposable Barrett-Jackson version of this vehicle is priced at $ 325,000 in Barrett-Jackson 2025 ScottsDale Auction, which benefit 100 % of the CARROLL SHELBY FOUNDATION and Arican Parks Foundation. Ford F-150 Raptor is the kind of pickup truck. Not long ago, enthusiasts could only dream. Starting from the 2010 model year, the F-150 Raptors provided the tools for off-road enthusiasts to make their internal desert racers. At that time, the 5.4-liter V8 placed the torque of 320 horsepower and 390 LB-FT, and the optional 6.2-liter V8 increased the corresponding rated values ​​to 411 and 434. Of course, the chassis and suspension MOD are part of the packaging. If this is not enough, then a competition version called The Raptor R provides 6.2 500 horses. In 2017, the F-150 RAPTOR was introduced to the new F series trucks.…

Ford designs Ranger Raptor North Edition for Kris Kringle
Ford designs Ranger Raptor North Edition for Kris Kringle

What is the coolest car Do you own it? Maybe a Mustang Shelby GT350R or a big C2 Corvette. Whatever that car is, chances are you won't use it as a daily driver. Kris Kringle has a one-of-a-kind vehicle that everyone knows and loves: a sleigh pulled by flying reindeer, but even he Need something for daily travel. Of course, it would be nice if he could use the car as his signature sled if need be. Ford Australia designer Kirby Masterman and several of his colleagues around the world have come up with a promising concept: the Ranger Raptor North Edition. “The process was very intense,” Masterman said. "Fortunately, I have great support from the Australian team, the US ELF (Experimental Laboratory Foundation) team, and our Arctic Studio colleagues, and I'm delighted to have been asked to work on this project." One of the main goals was to give the Northern Edition the ability to fly. This led to…

Santa’s Proposed New Sleigh Is A Ford Ranger Raptor With Thrusters And Snowflake Generators
Santa’s proposed new sleigh is a Ford Ranger Raptor

Ranger Raptor-based Santamobile comes with tiny rocket engines, an 'infinity' bed and, of course, wings Ford Australia has created a fictional Ranger Raptor North Edition for a very special customer. The truck comes with wings, a roof hatch, a tailgate grill, and a tiny rocket engine. The concept was presented in sketch form as a Christmas holiday special. Ford Australia is getting into the festive spirit with the launch of a truck concept designed specifically for Kris Kringle, also known as Santa Claus. The Ford Ranger Raptor North Edition adds wings and propellers to the truck, as well as cool features like a tailgate grill. The festive special is the brainchild of Australian Ford designer Kirby Masterman and is expected to "never" enter production. The sketches were shown to the bearded customer, highlighting the custom features compared to the standard Ranger Raptor. More: Santa's Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Redeye sleigh is real and you can see it in Los Angeles…

Shelby American shows us the 2024 Baja Raptor
Shelby American shows us the 2024 Baja Raptor

Even before a new car After the launch, the company behind it asked, "What's next?" It started thinking about the limitations of the upcoming model and how to overcome them in the next generation. Apparently, when Shelby American looked at the Ford F-150 Raptor and Raptor R and asked this question, the answer was "more." Shelby American President Gary Patterson explains what exactly that means by giving us a closer look at the 2024 Baja Raptor R, one of two models in the company's new Baja Raptor lineup. The $61,995 EcoBoost package for V6-powered Raptors and the $64,995 Raptor R package for supercharged V8 models both add a comprehensive list of cosmetic and mechanical upgrades. Exterior modifications include a flat black steel bumper, a 30-inch front LED light bar, a Shelby by BDS suspension lift, a unique vented hood, and a chase rack that serves as a base for a power-adjustable 50-inch LED light bar mounted under the truck. Two…

Shelby's Ford F-150 Baja Raptor is a 900-horsepower beast
Shelby’s Ford F-150 Baja Raptor is a 900-horsepower beast

Upgrade pricing starts at $61,995 for V6-based models, while V8 versions start at $64,995. Shelby installed a suspension lift kit and 18-inch flow forged wheels. All models come with a 3-year/36,000-mile warranty. We at Carscoops really like the Ford F-150 Raptor R. Ford didn't have to make such a crazy pickup truck, especially as the industry geared toward electric and hybrid vehicles, but it did and we're forever grateful. However, Shelby American may just be one step ahead of Ford with its latest F-150 Baja Raptor. var adpushup = window.adpushup = window.adpushup || {que:()}; adpushup.que.push(function() { if (adpushup.config.platform !== "DESKTOP"){ adpushup.triggerAd("4d84e4c9 -9937-4f84-82c0-c94544ee6f2a"); } else{ adpushup.triggerAd(" 6a782b01-facb-45f3-a88f-ddf1b1f97657"); } }); The company has been selling modified versions of the F-150 Raptor since 2013 and has expanded its fleet with new V6- and V8-powered Baja Raptor models. Both take the standard F-150 Raptor and Raptor-R to new heights with multiple performance upgrades and styling changes, although neither comes cheap. The Baja package for…

This 1980 Ford Bronco Wishes It Was A Baja Raptor
This 1980 Ford Mustang Wish It Was a Baja Raptor

The third-generation Bronco features a fiberglass body kit inspired by the Raptor trim of the 12th-generation F-150 This third-generation Bronco swaps its boxy design for a Raptor-inspired fiberglass body. The cabin features power seats and a touchscreen infotainment system for modern connectivity. The model is powered by a 5.0-liter V8 engine derived from the 1985 Ford Mustang. The Ford Bronco Raptor is an off-road beast, but it doesn't come cheap, with prices starting at $90,035. For those who don't want to spend that much and can live with some quirky aesthetics, this 1980 Raptor-inspired Bronco currently listed on Facebook Marketplace for a more reasonable $12,000 might just fit the bill. This off-roader started out as a third-generation Ford Bronco from the 1980s, which explains its somewhat awkward proportions. That said, most of the original exterior panels have been replaced with a custom fiberglass body kit. Oh, and if you need to pop the hood or adjust something, the entire kit…

Old Ford Ranger Gets Raptor Looks, But It’s All Bark, No Bite
The old Ford Ranger looks like a raptor, but it only sounds like a raptor.

The modified version uses the original parts of the current Ranger and an 8-inch lift kit, but unfortunately, the horsepower under the hood is still only 80 September 21, 2024 17:40 The first generation Ford Ranger received an extensive cosmetic makeover in Thailand. The truck uses components from the fourth-generation Ranger and features a lift suspension. Despite its Raptor-inspired looks, this workhorse model retains its original 80-horsepower diesel engine. The new Ford Ranger is a cool midsize truck, but in some parts of the world, its price is a little too high for the average buyer. A boat builder from Thailand found a clever way to solve this problem by transforming an old Ranger into an affordable Raptor knockoff. Starting with the first generation Ford Ranger - one of the cheapest trucks in Thailand - Facebook User The Earth Shatters It was decided to modernize this older model using original parts from the current fourth-generation model. More: Thai company converts…

Software tweak boosts power for Ford Ranger and Bronco Raptors
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,…

New Ford Everest Tremor Brings Raptor Vibes To Ranger SUV
New Ford Everest Tremor brings raptor style to Ranger SUV

Ford launches Everest in Australia, offering new version for adventure lovers Just like the Ranger pickup, the Ford Everest also gets the Tremor treatment. Upgrades include a set of rugged all-terrain tires and a Tremor-specific suspension. The SUV is only available in Australia and is powered by a 3.0-litre V6 turbodiesel engine. While Americans were left with the Ranger pickup, our Australian friends were drawn to its SUV sibling, the Everest. Now, Ford has unveiled the Everest Tremor, a more rugged, off-road-focused model that features a beefed-up suspension, beefy all-terrain tires, a powerful turbodiesel V6 engine and a hint of Raptor-inspired design. This new addition to Ford's lineup comes shortly after the Ranger Tremor made its debut. The Everest has also received a similar treatment and looks more adventurous than before. MORE: Ford Ranger Tremor coming to Australia as cheaper alternative to Mighty Raptor The exterior features a new honeycomb grille, steel scuff plates, heavy-duty side steps, and striking orange…

Ford Raptor meets Porsche 911 GT3 | C.Quartz | Opti-Coat
Ford Raptor meets Porsche 911 GT3 | C.Quartz | Opti-Coat

You might be asking yourself, why are we writing an article about the Ford Raptor and the Porsche 911 GT3? What could they possibly have in common? Their horsepower numbers are close, but that’s where the similarities end. They do have another thing in common, however, they both came here, are now protected, and look better than ever! We recently had the pleasure of working on two customer vehicles at the same time. One was a newly purchased Ford Raptor that we use as our daily/trailer, and the other was a track-ready 911 GT3 that was time to take care of both. After loading the GT3 onto the trailer, the Raptor towed it here so we could inspect each vehicle and come up with a plan. The GT3 arrived with the clear cover already installed and in very good condition, we just wanted to keep it that way. We prepped the exterior and then applied a ceramic coating to the…