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Ford adopts Tesla's 48V architecture and gigacastings for 2027 EV pickup
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Ford Motor Company plans to incorporate technologies pioneered by Tesla's Cybertruck into its next-generation electric vehicles, starting with a $30,000 small electric pickup set for release in 2027. The changes include a 48-volt electrical system and gigacasting manufacturing, as part of a $5 billion investment in a new Universal EV platform. These innovations aim to reduce costs, wiring, and weight while improving efficiency.
Der Direktor von Ford Performance, Mark Rushbrook, hat sich für eine mögliche Rückkehr des V8-Motors in die Formel 1 ausgesprochen. Die Kommentare fallen in eine Zeit laufender Gespräche über künftige Reglements, die sich von einer starken Elektrifizierung abwenden könnten.
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Die neue Antriebseinheit von Red Bull hat trotz Herausforderungen beim Chassis in den ersten Rennen der Formel-1-Saison 2026 überzeugt. Mark Rushbrook, Direktor von Ford Performance, bezeichnete das Aggregat als Neuling in der Branche als absolut konkurrenzfähig.
Consumer Reports announced its 2026 Top 10 Vehicles list on February 3, highlighting Ford and Tesla as the only U.S.-based brands to secure spots. The rankings draw from road tests, reliability data, and owner surveys, emphasizing fuel economy and usability. Subaru and Toyota each claimed two entries, reflecting strengths in multi-energy strategies.
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Cox Automotive data shows Ford's F-150 Lightning topped US electric pickup sales in 2025 with 27,307 units, outselling Tesla's Cybertruck (20,237 units) despite Ford's discontinuation of the model. The segment fell 15.6% to 90,019 units overall, hit by the end of federal tax credits, high prices, and quality issues.