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business18 days ago•335 min saved

Ford bets on mass-market EV with a $28,350 Fathom pickup

Ford is betting on a low-priced electric pickup, the Fathom, priced at $28,350 and slated for a 2027 launch, aiming for high-volume sales in a market that US consumers don’t currently have for a small EV pickup. Ford has poured about $5 billion into the Fathom family and development on its Universal Electric Vehicle platform, hoping affordability and scale can offset the high costs of EV manufacturing. The strategy mirrors lessons from the F-150 Lightning and Maverick: low price can drive volume, but only with strong demand and cost discipline amid tax-credit changes and an already expensive EV market. If successful, the Fathom could signal Ford’s broader push toward affordable EVs; if not, it could serve as a cautionary tale for the sector.

via CNN|

#business #electric-vehicle #ev-market

gaming29 days ago•4 min saved

Far Cry Maverick canceled, new spin-off Kodlak in the works alongside Blackbird and FX TV plans

Ubisoft reportedly canceled the Far Cry extraction shooter Maverick after an insider leak; a new Far Cry spin-off codenamed Kodlak is in development and described as really ambitious, while the mainline entry Blackbird is closer to release and will include multiplayer; the franchise is also getting a TV adaptation from Noah Hawley and Rob McElhenney for FX.

via Wccftech|

#blackbird #far-cry #gaming

business1 month ago•17 min saved

Ford’s Q2 Sales Slip Hits 10% as EV Demand Wanes, Bronco and Maverick Hybrid Shine

Ford reported a 10.3% drop in Q2 U.S. sales to 549,200 as EV demand waned and two models were phased out, with hybrid volume down around 20% and F-Series off about 11%. The Bronco rose 15.9% to a Q2 record of 45,739, helping a stronger showing in the off-road/SUV family, while the Maverick Hybrid set a Q2 record at 29,457 (+19.3%). Lincoln Nautilus also posted a quarterly high as Ford continues its EV and cost-conscious model strategy, including a forthcoming affordable EV pickup next year.

via Yahoo Finance|

#bronco #business #ev

local3 months ago•2 min saved

Stolen Husky Maverick Found Dead as Colorado Airman Seeks Suspect

Colorado Air National Guard member Andrew Beckham’s husky Maverick was stolen with his Subaru during deployment; the car was found in Denver (300 block of N. Logan Street) and Maverick’s body was recovered inside. A Florida man, Andrew Jansen, is wanted on felony warrants for motor vehicle theft and theft as investigators continue to search for him.

via CBS News|

#colorado #deployment #dog

entertainment4 months ago•15 min saved

Top Gun 3 Hatches With Tom Cruise Back in the Pilot’s Seat

Paramount confirmed at CinemaCon that Top Gun 3 is in development with Tom Cruise returning to star and Jerry Bruckheimer producing. Ehren Kruger is co-writing the script, continuing the Maverick storyline that followed a new generation of pilots, including Miles Teller’s Rooster, after the 2022 hit Top Gun: Maverick, which grossed about $1.5 billion worldwide.

via Variety|

#cinemacon #entertainment #maverick

automotive9 months ago•2 min saved

Ford Unveils High-Performance Maverick and Raptor R Models at SEMA

Ford plans to release a 300-horsepower Maverick street truck upgrade called the 300T package in 2026, featuring a larger turbo, intercooler, and performance enhancements, with options for customization and a warranty, targeting enthusiasts seeking more power from their Maverick.

via The Drive|

#300t-package #automotive #ford

automotive10 months ago•1 min saved

Ford's Underground Cave Storage of Mavericks Turns Out to Be a Smart Move

In the 1970s, Ford stored surplus Mavericks in an underground Kansas cave to protect them from weather, a practice that continues today for new vehicles, highlighting a unique storage solution for excess inventory. The original Maverick was a compact car, while the modern version is a budget-friendly pickup truck.

via supercarblondie.com|

#automotive #car-history #ford

automotive2 years ago•1 min saved

"Ford Recalls 450,000+ Vehicles for Drive Power Loss Risk"

Ford is recalling over 456,000 Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles due to a battery detection issue that can lead to loss of drive power, increasing crash risks. The recall covers model years 2021-2024 Bronco Sports and 2022-2023 Mavericks, with dealers set to recalibrate the affected vehicles' control modules at no cost. The software update is not yet available, but Ford is prioritizing safety and taking proactive measures to address the issue. While no injuries have been reported, there have been related warranty reports, field reports, customer complaints, property damage claims, and unverified fire reports. Additionally, the NHTSA is investigating Ford's proposed remedy for a separate recall involving fuel leaks in select Bronco Sport and Escape SUVs.

via The Associated Press|

#automotive #battery-detection-issue #bronco-sport

automotive2 years ago•1 min saved

"Ford Recalls 450,000+ Vehicles for Battery and Power Issues"

Ford is recalling over 456,000 Bronco Sport SUVs and Maverick pickup trucks due to a potential failure to detect low battery charge, which could result in a loss of engine and electrical power while driving. The recall covers certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles, and dealers will recalibrate the control modules free of charge to address the issue. This comes after recent recalls for gas leaks in Escape SUVs and concerns about rear axle hub breakage in F-150 pickup trucks.

via CBS News|

#automotive #battery-risk #bronco-sport

automotive2 years ago•2 min saved

"Ford Recalls 450K Vehicles for Drive Power Loss Issue"

Ford is recalling over 456,000 Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles due to a battery detection issue that can lead to a loss of drive power, potentially increasing crash risks. The recall covers specific model years, and affected vehicles will have their control modules recalibrated at no cost. While no injuries have been reported, there have been related warranty reports, field reports, customer complaints, property damage claims, and unverified fire reports. This comes after a separate investigation into a fuel leak issue in select Bronco Sport and Escape SUVs.

via NPR|

#automotive #battery-detection-issue #bronco-sport

entertainment2 years ago•8 min saved

"Masters of the Air" Takes Flight in Pop Culture Sky

The recent surge in "Dad Entertainment" has seen a resurgence of plane-centric films and TV shows, with the success of "Top Gun: Maverick" and the arrival of Apple TV+'s "Masters of the Air." The latter, produced by Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks, follows the U.S. Air Force's 100th Bomb Group during World War II, showcasing the harrowing experiences of the airmen. While the series has been praised for its portrayal of aerial combat, it has also faced criticism for its lack of significant female characters. Despite this, the "plane-aissance" has provided a wealth of entertainment for fans of aviation-themed content, leaving dads and enthusiasts satisfied.

via The Ringer|

#dad-cinema #entertainment #masters-of-the-air

automotive3 years ago•1 min saved

Ford Offers $3,000 Compensation to Unfulfilled Maverick Buyers: Report

Ford is reportedly offering compensation to Maverick buyers who never had their orders filled or whose trucks never went into production. The program aims to address the company's inability to meet the strong demand for the sought-after truck, with some buyers waiting for months. Buyers may receive up to $2,750 off the price, depending on the model they ordered. Ford's production struggles and the low price point of the Maverick have contributed to the high demand and long wait times.

via Jalopnik|

#automotive #compensation #ford

automotive3 years ago•1 min saved

Ford recalls 125K SUVs and trucks over engine fire risk.

Ford is recalling over 125,000 vehicles, including select Escape, Maverick, and Corsair models, due to the potential for engine oil and fuel vapor being released into the engine compartment and pooling near ignition sources, which could result in an engine compartment fire if the car's engine should fail. Ford's remedy to the danger is currently under development, and safety risk notification letters will be mailed to owners on June 12. This is not the first time Ford has recalled vehicles due to potential fire risks.

via USA TODAY|

#automotive #engine-fire #escape

business3 years ago•2 min saved

Ford recalls 125,000 vehicles over fire risk and engine failures.

Ford is recalling over 125,000 Ford Maverick pickups, Ford Escape, and Lincoln Corsair SUVs that are equipped with the automaker’s 2.5L hybrid or plug-in hybrid engines over a risk of fire. This is the latest in a series of recalls for Ford, which now leads the industry with 27 separate product recalls this year, affecting more than 3.1 million vehicles. The company is advising owners to safely park and shut off the engine as promptly as possible upon hearing unexpected engine noises, experiencing loss of power, or if smoke emanates from the engine bay. A fix is being developed and will be available in Q3 of this year.

via Yahoo Finance|

#business #fire-risk #ford