The new Ford F-150 pickup electric version: dual motors provide the strongest performance
A new generation of Ford F-150 pickup trucks recently started mass production at the Ford Rouge plant in Dearborn, Michigan, USA. Ford also took the opportunity to launch a "Made for America" ​​promotion.
At the same time, Ford also announced the details of the new Ford F-150 electric version and released a teaser video. According to the plan, Ford will invest 700 million US dollars in the Rouge plant for electric transformation, hire 300 new employees, and start production of a new F-150 electric version and supporting battery packs in the middle of 2022.
The new Ford F-150 electric version will share many parts with internal combustion engine models. The fenders and rearview mirrors are interchangeable, and the hood with carved lines is also very similar. Of course, the electric version does not have an engine, but a front trunk. Place some valuables, power tools and other items. In addition, the full-width headlights are inspired by the 1995 Mercury Sable or the upcoming Rivian R1T; the large-area beveled and edge-formed false grille is very futuristic, and the minimalist design of the headlights is mechanically rigid. impression.
According to Ford officials, the new Ford F-150 electric version is currently undergoing tens of thousands of hours of testing. The goal is to conduct millions of miles of simulation, laboratory and field tests. Ford also confirmed that the new car will provide a huge front luggage box, add extra cargo capacity, and at the same time carry two electric motors on the power, the output power and torque are higher than any of today's F-150.
In other words, the new Ford F-150 electric version will be more powerful than the new generation of F-150 Ford Raptor Malaysia high-performance version. The Raptor high-performance version is equipped with a 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 engine with output reaching 456 PS (336 kW) and 691 Nm. In addition, Ford also promised that the new car has the fastest acceleration performance and the ability to tow heavy trailers. It is worth mentioning that due to the use of wireless updates, new cars will continue to improve their performance.
In addition, Ford also stated that the new Ford F-150 electric version has a lower life cycle operating cost than any other F series pickup truck, and maintenance costs are 40% less than that of a gasoline-engine Ford pickup truck. In terms of accessories, Ford is developing a new mobile power generation device to make electric pickups a power source for worksites, campgrounds or remote areas.
The new Ford F-150 electric version will be another innovation on Ford's future development. For more exciting content, you can follow wapcar.