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In Review: 2023 Ford Bronco Sport

Nay-sayers dismiss the Ford Bronco Sport because it's "not a real Bronco," and no, it isn't that gnarly off-roader, but it's a decent vehicle in its own right. It wears that Heritage livery well, too - find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

First Look: 2024 Ford Ranger and Ranger Raptor

The midsize truck segment is shaking up, and Ford is in it with an all-new Ranger and first-ever Ranger Raptor. I got a close-up-and-personal look - find it at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2022 Ford Expedition Max

Big and comfortable is the best way to describe the Ford Expedition Max, which comfortably holds seven or eight people and their luggage, thanks to extra rear length over the regular Expedition. Find out more in my review at Driving.ca.

In Review: 2022 Ford Ranger

It's a bit long in the tooth and a makeover is coming, but in the meantime, the Ford Ranger offers impressive towing capacity and a stout little engine. Find out more in my review at Driving.ca.

Compact Truck Comparison: 2022 Ford Maverick vs Hyundai Santa Cruz

There are two competitors in the recently-launched compact truck segment - the Ford Maverick and Hyundai Santa Cruz - but while they both have beds, they're not quite aimed at the same type of buyers. Find out more in our comparison at Driving.ca.

In Review: 2021 Ford Bronco

It's been a long time since we've seen enthusiasm for an upcoming model as was for the Ford Bronco, and it was worth the wait. It's fun to drive, it seems to be as good as Jeep off-road (we wanted big splashes for the video but everything was frozen solid), and can be just as pricey -- find out more in my review at Driving.ca.

In Review: 2022 Ford Maverick

There are some new compact pickup trucks on the market, and Ford's version is the 2022 Maverick. It's well-sized and does a lot of things right, and comes with a hybrid system as the base powertrain. Find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

In Review: 2021 Ford F-150 Raptor

Does anyone need a truck that doubles as a Baja racer? Of course not, but if you want one, Ford has a Raptor for you. Check out my review of it over at AutoTRADER.ca.

Ford F-150 vs Ram 1500: Which one wins?

Ford and Ram both make very good trucks, but which one is best? When you compare an F-150 to a Ram 1500, who wins? Find out in our head-to-head comparison over at Driving.ca.

What the Ford is that? Ten terms every fan should know...

Do you know what a deuce, a vicky, or a Y-Block is? Who's a Tin Lizzie, and what's a Triton? Find out in my list of Ford terms over at Driving.ca.

First Drive: 2021 Ford Escape PHEV

Plug-in hybrids (PHEV) might be the answer for a lot of drivers: They offer all-electric mode, but without range anxiety. Ford adds a plug to its 2021 Escape for the first time - see what it's all about in my story at AutoTRADER.ca.

First Look: 2022 Ford Maverick

Ford has introduced its newest small truck, and here's the surprising twist: It'll come standard with a hybrid engine. Check out my first look at the 2022 Maverick over at Driving.ca.

In Review: 2021 Ford Escape Hybrid

It's not the least-expensive out there, but the Ford Escape Hybrid has a lot going for it, including a very pleasant driving experience. Find out more in my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

A "first look" at the new 2021 Ford Explorer Timberline

Ford is introducing a new "Timberline" trim level on its SUVs, meant for moderate off-roading, and it's starting with the 2021 Explorer. Have a look at my "First Look" at it over at Driving.ca.

Ford vs Ram: How and why they've won their "best truck" awards

So far for 2021, it looks like Ford and Ram are split down the middle on the awards for best truck. So what exactly have they won, and more importantly, how are they selected? Find out more in my story at the National Post (Driving.ca).

In Review: 2021 Ford F-150 Lariat Hybrid

Right now, Ford's offering the only "full" hybrid pickup in the market, meaning it can drive on its battery alone. You can't cruise fuel-free all that much, but it has some advantages - including an on-board generator that'll do some serious work. Find out more in my story and video at the National Post (Driving.ca).

First Look: 2021 Ford F-150 Raptor

Once the all-new 2021 Ford F-150 came out, we knew the Raptor wouldn't be far behind, and now it's broken ground. It's just a virtual look right now, but find out what's what in my story at the National Post (Driving.ca).

Do you know the stories behind these auto logos?

Four interlocked rings, a woman with wings (although they really aren't), and birds and what might have been a plane...do you know the stories behind some of the best-known automotive logos? Find out in my story at the National Post (Driving.ca).

Here's what's new in pickup trucks for 2021

There are a few changes in the truck world for 2021, including an all-new F-150 with available hybrid option, a restyled Ridgeline, some new features from GM, a new engine from Nissan, and that TRX from Ram. Check it out in my story at the National Post (Driving.ca).

These six cars were game-changers for Mustang

The Mustang has been through a lot over the years, but there were some models that really changed the game for this pony car. I've rounded up a few - see them in my story at the National Post (Driving.ca).

First Drive: 2021 Ford F-150 Hybrid

Gas, battery, or both combined: The new 2021 Ford F-150 hybrid can run on all three. I got a couple of hours behind the wheel to see what it's all about. Find out more in my review over at the National Post (Driving.ca).

A first look at Ford's all-electric E-Transit

Ford's upcoming all-electric delivery van might just seem to be news for commercial customers, but I think it could also be the push needed for consumer EVs. Find out why in my story at the National Post (Driving.ca).

Midsize Trucks: Here are the top three I'd buy

One problem I have with new, full-size trucks is that they're just needlessly oversized. I complain about that a lot, so my editor asked me to name the midsize trucks I'd buy instead. Find out what they are in my story at the National Post (Driving.ca).

Do you remember these eight short-lived cars?

Sometimes automakers hit home runs with their vehicles, and then sometimes -- they don't. I've rounded up eight vehicles that didn't resonate with buyers in my story at Driving.ca. 

In Review: 2020 Ford Mustang GT

Yes, you can get the Mustang with a turbocharged four-cylinder, but sometimes there's just no replacement for displacement. Check out my review of the 2020 Mustang GT at the National Post (Driving.ca).

First Look: 2021 Ford Bronco Sport

No, that's not me driving it; I only got to look at the new 2021 Bronco Sport, not get behind the wheel. There are a lot of misconceptions about the Sport -- there are two separate models, and the Sport is not the removable-roof Bronco. Find out the differences in my story at the National Post (Driving.ca).

In Review: 2020 Ford Edge

The Edge definitely isn't edgy, and its acceleration can be leisurely, but it's a comfortable cruiser once you get it up to speed. And the nice part is that the base trim level includes all-wheel drive. Find out more my review (with video) at the National Post (Driving.ca).

In Review: 2020 Ford F-150

There's a new F-150 coming for 2021, but in the meantime, I'm in the 2020 F-150 King Ranch. Want to know more? Check out my review at AutoTRADER.ca.

Bronco vs Jeep: By the numbers

With the announcement of the new Bronco, Jeep has some serious competition. So which one gets the job done? It'll be a while before I get to drive one, but I crunched the numbers between the two...see what's what in my story at the National Post (Driving.ca).

First look at the 2021 Bronco

We've been waiting a long time to see this, and from a first-look (on video and in photos, because no one's travelling to in-person events right now), it looks like Ford nailed the Bronco. Find out more in my story at the National Post (Driving.ca).

Pickup Trucks: Some history highlights

The first motorized truck was German, GMC is older than Chevrolet, and Toyota built a truck before it was even officially an automaker. Find out more in my pickup truck history -- with video! -- at Driving.ca.

Ford's new Bronco: Off-road education will be standard equipment

Full news on the new Bronco is yet to come, but Ford has sent out some more teasers, including the news that with the purchase of any Bronco or with the Badlands trim of the Bronco Sport, you'll get an off-road driving experience thrown in (once you get yourself there, of course). Find out more, and check out some Bronco history, in my story at the National Post (Driving.ca).

2021 Ford F-150: Here are some of the features

An on-board generator, a workbench tailgate, and a hybrid powertrain...these are just some of the items Ford's offering on the upcoming new F-150. Find out more about them in my story at Driving.ca.

In Review: 2020 Ford Transit Connect Wagon

It has three rows of seats and a fair number of features in the upper trim level, and while it's definitely not a direct competition to a minivan, the Ford Transit Connect Wagon might be an option for some. Find out more in my review at AutoTrader.ca.

First Look at the 2021 Ford F-150

Normally I'd be standing in the crowd, looking at the truck in person as the wraps come off it, but because of COVID-19 it was all done digitally. Find out more about the new 2021 Ford F-150 with my story and video over at the National Post (Driving.ca).

Ten auto innovations that flopped

Automakers are always trying new things, and while many of them turn out to be hits, there are a few that make it to market but then don't make it in the market. How about retractable steering wheels, heartbeat sensors, or in-car record players? Find out more in my story at the National Post (Driving.ca).

Here are the brands Ford used to own...

What do Aston Martin, Jaguar, Land Rover, Volvo, and Mazda all have in common? At one time, they all belonged to Ford. Find out how that happened -- and then how it un-happened -- in my "Rearview Mirror" column at the National Post (Driving.ca).

Ford Ranger or F-150? What's best for you?

Midsize or full-size? Each has its points to consider when making your decision, and I've rounded them all up in a story over at AutoTRADER.ca.

In review: 2019 Ford Expedition

When you need to haul a load, size matters. At Ford, the biggest size of sport-ute is the Expedition -- find out what I think of it in my review over at AutoTrader.

First Drive: 2020 Ford Explorer and Explorer ST

Ford's got an all-new Explorer, based on an all-new platform that primarily puts the power to the rear wheels -- check out my story on the Explorer and Explorer Hybrid.

And then, if you want something sportier, read all about the all-new Explorer ST.

How do the midsize trucks stack up?

Ford's the latest in the segment with its new Ranger, but what else in out there? Check out my round-up at the National Post (Driving.ca).

Ford unveils all-new F-Series model...

... but it's strictly for commercial customers. The work truck segment is huge for automakers and Ford is reintroducing its F-600, along with a Transit with all-wheel drive. Find out more in my story over at the National Post (Driving.ca).

Should your next truck be gas or diesel?

Each has its strong and weak points, and you need to objectively assess how you drive, what you need the truck to do, and the extra costs that may be involved. Find out more in my story over at the National Post (Driving.ca).

In review: 2019 Ford Ranger

Smaller trucks are a growing segment, and I think it's partly because full-size pickups haven't stopped growing. If you find a big truck is just TFB -- too friggin' big -- check out my review of the 2019 Ranger over at the National Post (Driving.ca).

First Look: 2020 Ford Super Duty

It doesn't look much different, but Ford's Super Duty (F-250, F-350, F-450 and F-550) gets two new engines, a new transmission, and a couple of cosmetic enhancements for 2020. No numbers on those engines yet, but Ford is promising some serious grunt. Find out more in my story over at the National Post (Driving.ca).

In Review: 2019 Ford Escape

Only the F-Series outsells the Escape in Ford's lineup, and there's a reason why: it's well-sized and it's a decent driver. I like it: find out more in my review over at the National Post (Driving.ca).

In Review: 2018 Ford Expedition Max

You can say bigger isn't always better, but sometimes, large is what's in charge -- and if you need to move a lot of people, this may be your machine. Find out more in my review at the National Post.

In review: 2019 Ford Mustang Bullitt

If the movie Bullitt hadn't included that car chase, it likely would have gone to the movie dustbin decades ago. But it did, and Ford has released three tribute models since then, including an all-new one for 2019. And McQueen would have been on this like red on a tomato. Find out more in my review at the National Post.

Mustangs and the Woodward Dream Cruise go together...

The Woodward Dream Cruise is all about cruising the famous road, and Ford gave me a couple of vintage Mustangs to do just that. The Mustang even owes something to Woodward -- find out more in my story at the National Post.

Woodward Avenue: It's all about the cruise

Now in its 24th year, the Woodward Dream Cruise in Michigan is one of the largest (if not the largest) car events in the country, with tens of thousands of cars cruising the street and an estimated 1.5 million people showing up for it. Find out more in my story at AutoTrader.