No matter what city Doug is in, he some how always finds the best parks to film these videos.

@DougDeMuro

2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU FOR NOTICING! Years of experience. Give me 10 minutes with a Google satellite map of an area and I'll tell you the best place to film before I even go there in person.

@brendancarbone7621

2 жыл бұрын

@@DougDeMuro Couldn't have asked for a more on-brand Doug response. LOVE it.

@N0Xa880iUL

2 жыл бұрын

Astute observation. His skill is so good that we don't usually notice. Effortless.

@SpeedingPirate

2 жыл бұрын

@@DougDeMuro Olmos basin is a great park, drive by it everyday. Sorry you were here during the heat & humidity wave.

@ElectricGlider2016

2 жыл бұрын

@@DougDeMuro Looks like you filmed in Brackenridge park which has a little kiddie train that goes throughout the entire park. I ride and drive there all the time. If I would have known you were there I would have stopped by to say hi!

It may not be as “fun” as the Rivian, or as “cool” as the Hummer, but I think that’s the point. It seems like every car company feels like they need to make their car look super different, and/or copy the interior of Teslas to be a true EV. It’s nice to see a company just take a current vehicle and just make it electric, without all the unnecessary song and dance.

@jorgesolis5055

2 жыл бұрын

You mean a lazy design company that slaps an electric motor to a 10-year-old overall looking design. That's not nice at all

@stotheh

2 жыл бұрын

Utterly brilliant practicality too, even on a basic one for 40k, which looks like an absolute bargain if the range works for you

@potatoes5829

2 жыл бұрын

@@jorgesolis5055 a 10 year old design just means less problems to deal with

@360.Tapestry

2 жыл бұрын

@@jorgesolis5055 keep crying

@jake2011rt

2 жыл бұрын

@@jorgesolis5055 THIS. IS. A. UTILITARIAN. VEHICLE. Truck buyers, you know the people that have actually made GM, Ford, and Dodge millions in sales and will continue to buy trucks when they aren't cool anymore, don't tend to want interesting or artistic design. This is the reason why most all traditional trucks look relatively similar. Those other E-Trucks are lifestyle vehicles, which will sell well now, but cattle ranchers, farmers, and construction workers are never going to buy them for their work. They will buy this. That is the genius of their "lazy design."

No gimmicks, genuinely useful features, Ford did a VERY good job with this truck.

@sadmeme9748

2 жыл бұрын

a dodge demon is better

@redbaron6805

2 жыл бұрын

@@sadmeme9748 HAHAHAHAHA.... that was funny....

@rudder727

2 жыл бұрын

as long as you don't tow anything... which cuts your range in half.

@sadmeme9748

2 жыл бұрын

@@rudder727 a dodge demon doesn't do that

@curtisbme

2 жыл бұрын

@@rudder727 For the folks who have been testing it, the range cut caused by towing is roughly the same for gas and electric.

Man. Not a Ford fanboy, but they been knocking it out of the park lately. The Bronco is an amazing off-road vehicle, the Maverick bringing back the mini truck segment and now the cheapest electric truck you can buy.

@combatx3373

Жыл бұрын

Cheapest electric truck dude lol are you joking it not cheap 🤣 😂

@luiscayey

Жыл бұрын

@@combatx3373 it is cheaper than all electric trucks available 🤷🏻‍♂️

@msawyer110

Жыл бұрын

Ya there engines are so good they keep making new ones they blow so much

@felipebrunetta2106

Жыл бұрын

@@combatx3373 learn to read

@doug7709

Жыл бұрын

Another review video I saw he tried towing with it, a light towing test of 3700 pounds killed the range to under 100 miles so it basically failed at being a truck.

One thing I’ve seen in the comments that applies to a lot of buyers-since the bed is basically just an F-150 bed, thousands of accessories are immediately available. Also you don’t have to worry about some company that makes a cool truck going out of business and parts being hard to find (this is one reason Rivian does not look great to me).

@kylem324

2 жыл бұрын

I wonder if someone will eventually develop a genset that can be bed mounted to aid these trucks in long distance hauling to overcome the lower range. Should still be far more efficient than a traditional ICE.

@LiLi-gy2xw

2 жыл бұрын

Excellent points!

@marclangman4836

2 жыл бұрын

@@kylem324 better yet, they could put that genset under the hood. Maybe the could call it a hybrid, it would combine the best of both worlds.

@solomonmarcus5496

2 жыл бұрын

The Rivian truck just needs better esthetics, esthetics sells trucks.

@markjames8664

2 жыл бұрын

@@solomonmarcus5496 I think there are two types of buyers, people who want an unusual looking vehicle and people who want ordinary good design. Historically unusual designs have been hot for a while (like the PT Cruiser) but often are viewed as just ugly later. The basic F-150 look has been around a long time and slowly evolves, and buyers like it.

Having it look more or less like a normal F150 was the absolute SMARTEST thing they did when they designed this truck. Not only does it keep the price down, it also keeps their normal truck owners interested. I personally hate the fact that the E Silverado looks like a fancy Avalanche. They should have kept the same styling, then I might be interested in going electric with GM.

@matthewdurkee5673

2 жыл бұрын

I could be wrong but I think the Chevy electric is based on the same platform as the Hummer EV. That's why it doesn't look like a normal truck. I definitely agree with you about looking like a normal F150

@Slizzo82

2 жыл бұрын

I think it would have been better to just resurrect the Avalanche name for the EV. Would have made more sense given the exterior design.

@rogerwilco1777

2 жыл бұрын

100%. Tesla truck (at least the Original) looks like a 1980s bad movie spaceship.. not everyone wants draw attention to themselves. 'Flashy' gets pulled over more too.. If they can truly sell one for $40k that would be awesome, (most people on the planet cant afford 6 figure car loans).

@marklar7551

2 жыл бұрын

Of course we all know that an 80s F150 looks different than a 2022 F150, but subtle changes over time keep it recognizable. The move to not try to totally reinvent the wheel is financially efficient for the company and the customer.

@iancraig5471

2 жыл бұрын

I absolutely agree. Now ford needs to offer it in all cab/bed configs and trim levels. Let me get max battery, regular cab, 8' bed and chrome fake grille, cloth split bench and im in!

Ford has absolutely knocked it out of the park with this. I'd go with the "base" model myself. Plenty of power , range and features for my situation. Good to see a domestic brand doing this.

@danieledwardfowler

2 жыл бұрын

20k for the base model hybrid Maverick is a nice price, Id like to see how cheap they could make an EV model Maverick. These are expensive!

@bmw53and85

2 жыл бұрын

@@danieledwardfowler Oh I agree, the Maverick ticks all the boxes for me as well. But financially I can’t afford either right now. BUT in the light of $60,000 starting prices for internal combustion trucks this is a wonderful deal.

@bernlin2000

2 жыл бұрын

And it's actually a decently affordable truck EV at the base level. And I can't imagine most people need more than 200 miles per day to drive in most situations, and overnight charging ensures you are topped off for the day. Very workable, could be a serious evolution.

@mattcary8075

2 жыл бұрын

@@bernlin2000 most people use trucks to pull boats campers other things at least most around me and yu gotta travel a few hundred miles one way

@nickv5576

2 жыл бұрын

@@mattcary8075 99% of truck owners use their trucks to drop their kids off at school, drive to the office, and stop by the store on the way home from the office. Very, very few truck owners actually use their trucks, and an even smaller number of the people who do use them are actually hauling things over 200 miles a day. You might live in a place where there are more people using their trucks, but that’s not how most of the U.S. is using them.

The fact that they used the style from the previous gen shows a good way of keeping the price reasonable. I just noticed the style has the older light housing but also adding the bar across to make it look new. Good job FORD!

@Ajibolaa

2 жыл бұрын

In reality people don’t mind about having older items with new cars. The issue is how they compliment each other which they have crushed here.

@stevegiboney4493

2 жыл бұрын

If you call 100k reasonable…

@PhatsoJuggalo806

2 жыл бұрын

@@stevegiboney4493 That's the fully loaded price; that's what the electric hummer starts at. this starts at 44k it being the cheapest ev truck you can buy, so yes its reasonable. the Silverado will be 50k but only for fleets that buy a bunch, the consumer versions starts at 80k. rivian at 60k and the cybertruck isn't even out yet. They're all gonna top way past 100k

@Ritalie

2 жыл бұрын

This is the only electric truck that makes sense. Reinventing the wheel with proprietary body panels is a terrible idea. Ford kept the same body panels, so if it gets in an accident it can easily be fixed with normal off the shelf parts. There's no reason for electric vehicles to use radically different body shapes. As someone who has never owned a modern truck, I would rather buy the Ford electric truck, than any other vehicle. It just has more features, and is not overly complicated or overly ugly.

@curtisbme

2 жыл бұрын

@@Ritalie And it makes it so that most aftermarket products made for the ICE version work here as well.

Really love that Ford kept the look of the classic pickup instead of going for the 'soft' unibody style look that even GM half adopted with the EV Silverado. Definitely makes the Lightning the most attractive electric truck so far.

@justanotheraviator2357

2 жыл бұрын

I don't know why gm thinks they can get away with that, these trucks are used with aftermarket beds often and now you can't do that.

@gregducati999

2 жыл бұрын

@@justanotheraviator2357 GM is run by a women that has never owned a pIckup and has no idea what people really use them for,

@chrispearce9224

2 жыл бұрын

Ford did waste the Maverick name on that new "soft unibody look" vehicle.

@jonc4403

2 жыл бұрын

Eh, it's not the most attractive. Others look nicer. It (and the Rivian) are just the most practical to actually use as a pickup truck. Since most pickup truck owners never do that, it mostly doesn't matter.

@yftinthyn007

2 жыл бұрын

@@chrispearce9224 maverick selling like hotcakes.

I will never be a truck guy, but this has got to be one of the most practical and well thought-out EVs so far. This will sell very well. Ford knocked this one out of the park.

@80PercentAshamedOfU

2 жыл бұрын

Was literally just thinking this. I’m also not a Ford guy, but so much about this truck makes sense. And it looks amazing. Ford proves with this, the GT, Mustang, and Bronco that they can kick a lot of ass when they really want to.

@tambrody2684

2 жыл бұрын

Excursion Lighting

@DrTopLiftDPT

2 жыл бұрын

gay? lol sorry joke. but gay?

@tavirosu25

2 жыл бұрын

Indeed. Imagine a guy at a ranch that generates his own electricity and then charges up his Ford EV Truck, a truck that has zero emissions and doesn't disrupt any wildlife!

@tristanblake2204

2 жыл бұрын

That’s what I said until I got my first one. Now riding in a car makes me feel so unsafe.

The Lightning will probably be my next vehicle. If they ever have them in stock without outrageous dealer markups.

@asmallchild9295

Жыл бұрын

I don't believe ford dealerships are allowed to markup their trucks.

@kevinvasquez6862

Жыл бұрын

@@asmallchild9295 ford is cutting ties with dealerships and going to start having only there actual company dealerships

@atlasstjames5904

Жыл бұрын

nice deal for 25K max. piece of junk engineering

@Bill-bj9fn

Жыл бұрын

The towing is a huge problem with this. Watch videos on the towing tests.

@BK-Woods

9 ай бұрын

@@atlasstjames5904what is the ideal engineering for you?

This truck is really cool! I expected it to be much more costly - it almost seems too good to be true. It looks like Ford thought of everything when designing this, they really did a good job. I haven't jumped on the electric car bandwagon, but I have to admit vehicles like this do a lot to get me on board. Nice vehicle, and good review! 👍👍

@993mike

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed - I’m not at EV guy, but I think this thing is going to dominate the market. Ford understands that the majority of truck buyers want it to actually look like a truck, and they are also able to take advantage of the economies of scale of already making so many ICE trucks that can share many components. I think the Rivian is really made for your average Google employee who wants to haul their $15K mountain bike rather than a real truck buyer, and don’t even get me started with the farce that is the Cybertruck!

@eastonwilliams1722

2 жыл бұрын

It's going to be $150k+ by the time it hits the dealership lmao

@abhishekpurohit5939

2 жыл бұрын

the platinum is $90k

@mazoochic

2 жыл бұрын

No way this truck is at the price they claim at the dealership. Even if ford takes a big loss on each one the dealers will mark it up big time, just like they’re doing with the corvette.

@BaltimoreAndOhioRR

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I guess I spoke too soon. Evidently it IS too good to be true! ☹

Thus is exactly what I love about Fords lightning, "It's a regular F150 truck, just electric" That's what we need, not these weird "futuristic" ideas

@Decenium

2 жыл бұрын

yeah imagine wanting the future and not just the same boring drab we have had for years......

@TwoTwoFourSix

2 жыл бұрын

As great as it is to have what we’ve always had, it’s nice to have options that push the notion of what a truck means

@SnoqualmieShredder

2 жыл бұрын

@@Decenium The future is only wanted when it's actually better, so far it is worse design wise.

@V3sto

2 жыл бұрын

@@SnoqualmieShredder the worst looking modern car is by far the new Hyundai ioniq 5 . Absolutely dreadful looking

@Milnoc

2 жыл бұрын

@@Decenium This is a pickup truck. A work vehicle. It serves a very generic purpose. You can't make it a specialty vehicle otherwise you'll alienate your entire customer base.

0:01 intro 2:11 trunk 6:30 powertrain 8:33 exterior 14:18 interior 21:05 back seat 22:58 driving 28:08 conclusion

@paulie-Gualtieri.

2 жыл бұрын

29:19 Doug breaks wind

@MCTogs

2 жыл бұрын

More people should do this 👍 Appreciate it.

@vineetmishra8512

2 жыл бұрын

Also this location is where doug filmed the Ferrari F40

@brianstraight9308

2 жыл бұрын

Need a post Cars and Bids! Link.

@rickyhill2886

2 жыл бұрын

Swore that last stamp said "Collision". Nearly shit.

This truck will be the biggest game changer in EV's hands down. More people buy F-150's than any other vehicle in NA. This thing takes what was already an amazing vehicle and makes it godlike.

Engineer here, you noticed that the ride of the suspension feels different, and I can tell you why. The TLDR is that the lightning both weighs more *and* has less lift capacity. The Lightning is configured to lift 2,000 lbs and weighs 6500+ pounds while a typical equvalent would be configured to lift 3,200 pounds and weighs around 55-5700 pounds. This makes the relative acceptable weight range of a regular F-150 around 50-60% of the vehicles weight while the Lightnings range is only 30% of its weight. This means that Ford can equip the Lightning with suspensions that are closer to their capacities, which means that they will be less stiff (and therefore less jarring) to deflection. Combined this with a lower center of mass (which reduces body roll and a few other factors) and tada, the best handling F-150 on the market. To counter this, the first 500-1,000 pounds you load a regular F-150 with will typically improve its ride quality.

@Steve01362

2 жыл бұрын

You could’ve fabricated every facet of this information, but this sounds smart AF, so I believe you.

@benruss4130

2 жыл бұрын

@@Steve01362 thanks... I think? One thing I forgot to mention was that the battery would likely increase the stiffness of the vehicle as well.

@michaelfoulkes9502

2 жыл бұрын

Most F-150’s have an 1800 pound payload.

@benruss4130

2 жыл бұрын

@@michaelfoulkes9502 no, they have an 1800 pound payload over the rear axle, typically the front suspension adds about 1,200 lbs capacity, but Ford doesn't count that in it's ratings because most end users don't. I worked out the combined figure for the lightning and the F-150 using the average of the rear range (2400 lbs) and the minimum front capacity.

@musicauthority7828

Жыл бұрын

The F 150 lightning has four wheel independent suspension. and has wider framerails which gives it superior handling.

I feel like this is going to be the real turning point for EVs in America. The F-150 is the most popular vehicle in the country and there is a huge market for pickups. Like Ford said, this truck is going to bring a lot of non-EV buyers into that sector and I really hope that this truck normalizes the idea of owning an EV as just a good car and not as a specialty luxury item. Now just waiting on some affordable EV options below 40k.

@Tharley87

2 жыл бұрын

I agree, I’ve made similar statements to people. To me, we’re looking at the model T of electrics. It’s not the first, but it will be what normalizes it.

@cameronschluchtner

2 жыл бұрын

What we need is a base spec unit. A work truck F150 lightning.

@JohnThomWebb

2 жыл бұрын

The F-150 has been the best-selling pickup in the US for 45 years and the best-selling vehicle, overall, for 30 years. Talk about a dynasty!

@patriotsouthern8123

2 жыл бұрын

Nah it’s a flop.

@nelsomower2705

2 жыл бұрын

@@cameronschluchtner they have that. It's called the Pro $39,974

I will say the single biggest feature of this vehicle for me is that frunk. I can't over emphasize how awesome that is to have in a pickup.

@brownpower9229

2 жыл бұрын

Let’s face it, it’s gonna end up full of random tools 😂

@dannibble

2 жыл бұрын

@@brownpower9229 tactical gun locker 😂

@fearlessfreep

2 жыл бұрын

Like a KZread comments section..... zing!

@thejuiceisloose8703

2 жыл бұрын

It will be even better when Ford makes this truck with a 6.5ft and 8ft bed. It will do wonders for construction workers and tradesmen

@10bbremer

2 жыл бұрын

The mob is gonna love this.

90k for the masses? alrighty then....

My last two trucks have been Tacomas, a great little truck for light loads. This Lightning seems to be a well designed truck and I'll seriously think about getting one, but I'm not spending $90k on the top model. I'd have a hard time (mentally speaking) with loading it full of garden compost or trash for the landfill. Oh and my 2012 Tacoma has an electrical outlet in the bed of the truck and I've used it with work lights and even a sawzall. Great review Doug, thanks!

Doug positioning himself to be right where you'd want to be when the tailgate drops and timing his phrasing to match when it fully drops is great videography.

@aliendroneservices6621

2 жыл бұрын

Nice timestamp. 12:12

@FOWBOWZ

2 жыл бұрын

@@aliendroneservices6621 thanks for the timestamp fam

@12gauge_shawtyy

2 жыл бұрын

hes great at what he does

@archechme

2 жыл бұрын

That is something I wouldn't have noticed but I've got more respect for his presentation now!

Finally we have reached the point where automakers aren’t designing their electric and hybrid vehicles to look like they’re from Neptune. Most consumers would consider an electric vehicle as their daily car if it can do most of the things of a normal vehicle and looks like one too. The Lightning and Maverick are definitely back-to-back home runs for Ford. The consumers have definitely spoken with all of the orders before ever even seeing one in person in the case of both models. Now, just offer one with a smaller screen and more knobs and switches at the $35k range and we are golden.

@michaelbouchard659

2 жыл бұрын

The Xl and XLT model comes standard with the current 12 inch screen in F-150s and the XLT can option this one. I think Lariat and platinum come standard with the vertical mega screen. I’d go XLT with extended range and the Normal 12 inch screen with physical hvac and stereo buttons for the win.

@sabersz

2 жыл бұрын

For 40k at base I'm hopeful for what Ford has in store next, I could see one at 35k within the next few years definitely

@enforceOM

2 жыл бұрын

100000%. That is why I am not even looking at EVs because of their design. Now my interest will be peaking if more automakers make the EVs look "normal"

@uowebfoot

2 жыл бұрын

Yep. The Rivian front end looks like A$$.

@alanjm1234

2 жыл бұрын

Base model starts under $40k, has a smaller (still big though) screen and buttons and knobs for climate control etc. I really like the base model, it's a pity it's not available with the bigger battery. Maybe later.

This very well may be my next truck. I never thought I'd be able to afford a *good* electric truck in the next 10 years but here we are! Very pumped.

@DogSpeak

Жыл бұрын

Hopefully you don't need to drive it, cuz a rude awakening lies ahead if you do.

I'm amazed at how strong everyone's opinions are in the car/truck community

I love that not only is this the cheapest electric truck out currently, but it's also the most complete with features that will actually get used and doesn't worry about removable glass roofs or weird cargo tunnels. The few odd features it does have are practical, like the powersharing thing or having more household outlets than my first apartment. Now hopefully we get an electric Maverick

@kevinpenfold1116

2 жыл бұрын

You honestly think that the cargo tunnel is a useless feature?

@bmichaelhughes

2 жыл бұрын

I use my gear tunnel all the time. It’s pretty sweet my dude.

@pistonburner6448

2 жыл бұрын

@@kevinpenfold1116 Of course it is. It's smaller than Ford's cargo area, and is in a very poor location, in a very inconvenient-to-access shape.

@pistonburner6448

2 жыл бұрын

You honestly think that having to pay over $4000 (plus your own electrician's fees, probably well over $6000 all-in-all) just to have the opportunity to tie up your vehicle to your home to power it in case of a power-out? And over $10,000 more for the vehicle itself, and a lot more then later on in taxes and your utility bill? Instead of just $300 for a generator and you can still use your vehicle during a power out, or about $200 more in taxes/utility bills for the company/state to take car of the issue...

@bmichaelhughes

2 жыл бұрын

@@pistonburner6448 Rivian has the frunk as well. I fit two suitcases up front the other day. 🤙🏼

For those wondering why you’d need to jump an electric vehicle: The electronics are still low voltage and often shared with the gas vehicles. But in particular the relays for an EV main locomotive battery and the key fob stuff are controlled by 12V computers. All the classic electronics like the stereo, power windows, screens, etc are usually the same 12V stuff the auto industry knows how to work with. So if the 12V battery is dead, then it can’t run the safety checks to engage and connect the big main battery to start or charge the vehicle. There’s no more starter motor and you don’t need all the cold cranking amps anymore but you still need enough to engage the high voltage circuitry. The 12V battery will be kept charged by the high voltage system where possible. This is also good for maintenance as the high power stuff is only in limited locations and it isn’t like 400V or whatever is running everywhere to kaboom in an accident.

@billywashere6965

2 жыл бұрын

Someone should have told Chevy that to avoid the Bolt fiasco.

@markjames8664

2 жыл бұрын

The same is true of Toyota hybrids (probably others). It is good on cold days to have a lot more cranking power from the big battery (yes, those batteries don’t provide the range in cold weather that they do in warmer).

@kevinb2469

2 жыл бұрын

@@billywashere6965 Bolt has a 12V battery too. Even a Tesla has one.

@smokescreenFromThe6ix

2 жыл бұрын

I thought that there to boost other vehicles!

@billywashere6965

2 жыл бұрын

@@kevinb2469 Ah, it was more a joke about Bolts' batteries have been known to catch fire and explode. Heh.

I love the F150 Lightning. I think, it's the best electric truck on the market right now. I hope, they will bring it over to us here in Germany, too.

I've been waiting forever for this, my god.

Wonder if we’ll see a crazy SVT version or something that bumps the power from the 580 up closer to the 1000 mark 🤔

@AlejandroJz7

2 жыл бұрын

Hopefully a single cab, Ford Performance, red Lighting

@emilemcgee6031

2 жыл бұрын

Ford junk tbh

@nolan122

2 жыл бұрын

They will. It’s ford

@lilpsack7194

2 жыл бұрын

@@emilemcgee6031 you’re right

@Austin_Wingfield

2 жыл бұрын

I miss my brothers 99 Lightning. Was a bad ass truck

Doug actually missed quite a few features: Front Trunk: back center, there is a removable panel where you have direct access to the 12Volt battery, from which you can jump/swap batteries from. Front Trunk: Also has a drain plug in that lower compartment as it is designed to also be a cooler for tailgating. (Covered by the charge pouch in the video) Front Seats: are able to lay fully flat, if you have the backseat lifted up, for sleeping. The backseat under storage: folds open and meets with the seat and can be secured.

@hamzasaud01

2 жыл бұрын

U just watched @jerryrigeverything

@dannydaw59

2 жыл бұрын

Where does the windshield washer fluid go?

@Warrison_

2 жыл бұрын

@@dannydaw59 hmm

@juanmanuelbaleani8217

2 жыл бұрын

@@dannydaw59 front trunk on the right side. You can see it on the video

this truck is really cool! it's finally a game changer people were waiting for. regular people and workers dont need a futuristic weird truck that doesnt tow or looks silly. ive been saying for years that electric cars will take off once you can get a corolla/camry, civic/accord and F150. Once those cars are hybrid or 100% electric, every other dominos will fall. we're getting close to that with this already loved and trusted truck that just happens to be electric!

@mariuszl2085

Жыл бұрын

Have you been working with pick up trucks in your life? Do you have any idea what they have been builded for? I don't think so. So go to comment bicycles

@PPPluckful

Жыл бұрын

As long as you use it to drive to the grocery store and back, and nothing else, it'll be fine.

Doug is the type of guy that puts his milk in the bowl before the cereal.

When Doug is already sweating his ass off, you know the video is gonna be good

@eddieuardo

2 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂 bro is sweating bullets!

I am really surprised this doesn't score a 10 on practicality, all the space of a normal truck, plus the frunk, plus all the clever hidden storage.

@camogap7392

2 жыл бұрын

The practically score includes seating capacity and cargo and usability. Being a truck, it has an open bed and only 5 seats, which brings down the score.

@Kvantum

2 жыл бұрын

I would figure the capability to back-charge your house during a blackout alone would bump up the practicality to a 10, even with the relatively small bed.

@MrRickulus

2 жыл бұрын

You'd think the value score would be higher too since it is the cheapest electric pickup, and one of the cheapest ev's. All the features for that pricing? Come on

@yourlogicalnightmare1014

2 жыл бұрын

It will be a 10 for soccer moms and city cowboys. When they get an electric F450 Dually that can tow 30,000 lbs for 200 miles, I'll be first in line. Probably wont happen in my lifetime though. I'm in the twilight years

@diablocls55

2 жыл бұрын

EV = not practical. Sorry

I'm impressed about the capabilities at the price points mentioned. I'm not a Ford fan, except for high-end Mustangs. Ford did an excellent job with this truck. Living on the NC coast(hurricane alley), we lost power for 12 days during hurricane Florence, the house powering is pretty cool! We never stick around for the big storms, but everyone experience power outages occasionally . Thanks Doug!

man, what a beauty. Super cool design.

THIS is why Ford makes the best selling truck. Good review Doug. Glad to see Ford stepped up on the electric market.

@drippgxd

2 жыл бұрын

I’m a Ford guy but I’ve been seeing more and more Ram 1500 more then F150s every day

@325spoon

2 жыл бұрын

@@drippgxd I’m on my second ram 1500. The reason there’s so many is bc they’re cheap and offer a lot for their price. On average in my state, a ram 1500 express is about $30k (30,000 miles or less) whereas a ford at the same trim level runs anywhere from 33-35k. Yes it’s a small price gap but this is just the average on what I’ve seen and I may or may not be obsessed with finding deals

@dirtbagliberalsnake5729

2 жыл бұрын

@@325spoon the new ones arent cheap

@drippgxd

2 жыл бұрын

@@325spoon why do you need 2 same cars

@esingh7933

2 жыл бұрын

@@drippgxd But Ford is still number 1 on the list. Ram was just a trend that’s about to die out soon

This is the best all-around EV in the market right now. Aftermarket bed accessories already available now. The insane crazy frunk. 300+ miles for the long range version. Great acceleration. Comfortable interior. Insane practicality, usability… work site stuff camping stuff family hauler. It’s so cool.

@dirtbagliberalsnake5729

2 жыл бұрын

300 miles loool

@swedish_sadhguru3854

2 жыл бұрын

can it haul as good as a diesel truck? if so, sign me up!

@dirtbagliberalsnake5729

2 жыл бұрын

@@swedish_sadhguru3854 not sure if the suspension will hold up

I'm a proud owner of XLT Lightning It's wonderful Paid 58k but it's amazing Worth every penny Ford - big respect

the bug crawling up the side at 6:30 had me wiping my monitor. lol.

I had to chuckle when he took a dig at the Cybertruck at the end there. “Unlike the Cybertruck, this actually exists.”

@benjaminsmith2287

2 жыл бұрын

It's true. The Cybertruck has been talked about for years and it doesn't exist in customer's hands yet.

@Fhwgads11

2 жыл бұрын

The cyber truck was the first to be announced and we still don’t have any more info than the concept model. Could have been first to market but they sure screwed the pooch on that one

@walterw2

2 жыл бұрын

at this point the cybertruck concept has been around long enough that it actually looks a little dated (hell the word "cyber" is itself hokey at this point; the word is never used anymore outside US government internet security circles, kinda like "information superhighway") i would not be surprised at all if the whole program gets scrapped before it ever happens

@noahpietraszewski7356

2 жыл бұрын

@@walterw2 honestly, it reminds me quite a bit of the DeLorean. A dated design also obviously. “Boxy and futuristic design with a stainless steel outer surface and a promise of breakthrough efficiency” If nature thought boxy designs were more aerodynamic, birds would look a lot different. I’m sure it will come to market, but likely underperform in range tests and start at an eye-watering price.

I'm amazed at how thoughtful the design of this truck is. With the exception of the interior screen (some regular buttons for a few things would be nice), this truck is the definition of utility.

@wojciechmuras553

2 жыл бұрын

Lower trims have a screen half the size, with lots of physical controls beneath. I wish it was available on the higher ones too...

@brandonpayne7240

2 жыл бұрын

People with different skills could use a truck like this to make a lot of money and make their work easier. I for example do mobile mechanic work, and "handyman" stuff. Power tools all charged every time you show up to work. Could carry a water tank power washer system for mobile car detailing. So much potential I look forward to people using in creative ways, and hopefully myself eventually.

@nickv5576

2 жыл бұрын

They’ll do really well with this approach. People who actually use their trucks are going to be much more likely to buy one of these than a radical looking “futuristic” truck.

@Ritalie

2 жыл бұрын

The Ford Lightning is better than any other truck in the world. I mean, nobody can argue otherwise. There is nothing that comes close to this for the price, not even a diesel or gas truck. With 572 horsepower on tap, and 900 ft lbs of torque, and no transmission to burn up, it makes more sense to use this truck for work, as compared to an extremely unreliable diesel. Diesel trucks last a long time, but sometimes they break, and when their engine breaks they cost $8,000 to repair. Diesels do break down, sometimes they blow head gaskets, or the transmission can burn up. The electric truck just has less moving parts to break or wear out, and they have a ridiculous 8 year drivetrain warranty!

Andre is just such a nice dude....Roman, please take care of him and keep up the great work! Best wishes from Canada

Awesome shirt, being Idahoan myself, and great video!

Ford made a simple, profitable move into the EV truck segment. Why waste time on a brand new platform and design and just do this! Kudos to Ford

@Username-sf1bk

2 жыл бұрын

They got their thinking caps on 🧢

@mikestrickland6290

2 жыл бұрын

But when you actually need to do truck stuff it has no purpose. JUNK!

@andrebaide1851

2 жыл бұрын

@@mikestrickland6290 it does everything the usual f150 does, just that it's electric

@rod750

2 жыл бұрын

I think the trick is that the "platform" (chassis and powertrain) is new but most of the stuff sitting on top of that new platform is existing F-150 or Mustang Mach-E. That said, I think there'd be a good chunk of that new platform which is Mustang Mach-E or uses design and engineering knowledge developed on Mach-E. A great result and pleasantly surprising buyer profile data for the F-150 Lightning.

@DarrellC.

2 жыл бұрын

@@mikestrickland6290 like what specifically?

Pickup trucks are the perfect platform for going electric IMO. Most people who have one are just driving it around town or to jobsites. They don't need crazy range to roadtrip, just good enough and good features

@toonj64

2 жыл бұрын

Yes and no. Many of us have trucks to tow a horse trailer, camper, toy hauler, and many other setups in the 10000 lbs + range. This truck simply won't work to do all those weekend activities and adventure. We simply can't use it with our horses and gooseneck trailer, over 10K lbs

@TSL73

2 жыл бұрын

@@toonj64 In my opinion, most pickup truck owners do not tow much at all and if they do it’s very rare. I doubt an electric truck that can haul a gooseneck will ever exist until engineers figure out a better battery solution over lithium batteries.

@Dant2142

2 жыл бұрын

@@toonj64 Sure, but how many of them were towing that weight in an F-150? A gas or diesel F-150 can only handle just over 10k towing, and I'd bet that most people who knew when they bought their truck that they would be towing loads that heavy would get something bigger than a half-ton truck anyway.

@Preeminence504

2 жыл бұрын

@@TSL73 I think what you'll see in the short to medium term is trailers that have batteries built in. Airstream just debuted a concept camper with built in power and even a small motor to let you maneuver it on its own. Obviously they wouldn't be able to compete, price-wise, with a $3000 basic cargo trailer. But given the fuel economy hit that gas trucks take when towing, a trailer that costs double up front would still pay for itself pretty quickly.

@LincolnRon

2 жыл бұрын

@@toonj64 I've never seen a fifth-wheel in a light-duty truck like an F-150. (There might be a few but they would be the rare exceptions.) People who do heavy-duty towing buy heavy-duty trucks. (Like an F-250, F-350, or F-450)

Wow this truck is really sweet. I can see why half the orders are by people who never had a truck before. I've never had one either, but have been eyeballing this for awhile.

Looks awesome ..... time to put my order in! 🔵🔵🔵🔵🔵🔵🔵🔵🔵

Finally a logical middle ground in the touch screen vs knobs debate

@Xyler94

2 жыл бұрын

I don't mind touch screens in cars so long as certain things remain easily accessible. I HATE the Tesla Model 3 approach, where everything is in the center screen... EVERYTHING, including wiper controls and speedometer. I like the fact that the screen in the Lightning has permanent spots for things like volume and climate controls.

@michaelbouchard659

2 жыл бұрын

@@Xyler94 The lower models will come standard with the current 12 inch screen and physical buttons for stereo and hvac too!

I've commented this on a ton of Doug's videos, but damn i appreciate it so much that he puts metric units on screen. Keep up the awesome work Doug ! Mad respect !

@Hubjeep

2 жыл бұрын

In addition, he says "pound-feet" instead of the "foot-pounds" of torque that many say here in the USA. Though many could [couldn't] care less. :D

@bmw3-er

2 жыл бұрын

Yes as a non USA citizen viewer, I appreciated him so much.

@MilnerLuxuryAuto

2 жыл бұрын

#MilnerLuxuryAuto

I am a Ford Expedition owner, and owned a F-150 before that. I haven't been too eager to get an EV, at least not in the near future, but Ford has hit a HR with this truck. They did the smart thing by making an EV truck based on their current truck, that people can actually use with many added benefits. The "frunk" alone was the answer to every pickup owners' prayers, giving a sizeable & lockable storage space. Good on them for offering this EV across several price points, and not just making it a $100k+ rich person's toy. Only thing Doug really didn't address was the range. In our house, the truck is the vehicle that we use for all of our family road trips, and we do some longer drives over 6 hours. If this truck can't handle that trip, that is a big negative that would keep me from buying one. Don't want to have to stop for a half hour or hour long recharge, and I definitely don't want to have to do it more than once. If Ford can solve the range problem or figure how to speed up the charging process, I'll be looking to buy one in a couple of years.

Just realized you are in SA!!! Awesome!

I’m genuinely impressed. I’d love to buy one.

A great first effort by Ford to make an electric pickup. Competent design, the front storage area is incredibly convenient and practical. People are going to get very frustrated that they can't get one due to the chip shortage, and the fact that this has a lot of battery inside, which is also supply constrained.

@WildcatWarrior15

2 жыл бұрын

Ford will sacrifice all of it's other product lines to get these Lightnings out the door. This is a make or break moment for Ford and you better bet they're willing to do whatever it takes to make this a success.

@williamerazo3921

2 жыл бұрын

@@WildcatWarrior15 yup

@Everythingisgoingtobealright

2 жыл бұрын

It’ll be a few years until these are readily available. I would like to see it look even closer to a normal F150. For now EVs are a novelty and people want others to know it’s something different. I’ll want one that looks the same as the gas trucks. I’m guessing that’ll be about 10 years, I can wait.

@19ThreeLions97

2 жыл бұрын

I'm pretty amazed i'm actually waiting for an EV to come into production. The practicality and convinience gimmicks are amazing. Ofc every EV could power a house, but which other carmaker would design their own converter for that?

@mamoochie7392

2 жыл бұрын

Ford made an electric ranger all the way back in 2000... not a real truck but that was there first actual effort.

It's already been a recall on all f150 trucks. Battery bursting. And it's not cold this is nuts

Not a ford guy but this is the first ev that I've actually considered buying. The rivian is cool but I'll never spend that much on a vehicle. This is such a reasonable price and fills basically every vehicle need I have all in one

This is really the first EV I’ve seen that I actually want.

@emilioincerto

2 жыл бұрын

Imagine buying a new 20k battery for it in five to six years. You don't eat electric yet

@joshsuelto

2 жыл бұрын

@@emilioincerto majority of the people nowadays buys a new car that cost more than 20k every 5 years, it doesn't really matter

@prelude1218

2 жыл бұрын

@@emilioincerto The battery, including the remaining EV components are covered by Ford's 8 yr/100,000 mi warranty, and says it will retain at least 70% capacity in that time.

@emilioincerto

2 жыл бұрын

@@prelude1218 my pickup is a 98 and still runs on gas

@emilioincerto

2 жыл бұрын

@@joshsuelto where are you living? That won't get me through five months. Do you never go leave the house?

The table in the center console is a game changer. When I was in the trades I spent years eating in my truck, a table would’ve been nice to have

@andrewk8636

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly, here I am building my old colorado a custom center console with a table too

Gotta admit, seems Ford knocked it out of the park, truly. Actually "making enough" being their real issue seems almost like a non-issue for them so long as resources are available. I mean they are the company that revolutionized car manufacturing, so I think they can handle it.

Not an ev guy but i love the grills on the lightning trucks. The video doesnt do em justice. Last october i went to a ford to buy a 2018 f150 xlt, and they had a lightning inside on display and i literally stopped and stared at that grill. Its gorgeous.

Awesome job, Doug. Your channel always surprises us. *keep rocking*

Excellent review! I’m curious if any reviewer got the base model? The Platinum version looks really nice but $$$$

@davewilson7602

2 жыл бұрын

Not sure but I’m curious how those will do for fleet sales, it’ll be interesting to see

@abccanada6248

2 жыл бұрын

@@davewilson7602 I think ford should make a stripped out work truck version. It'll probably look stupid expensive for a basic truck to most people. But even at 50000 for this for fleets would still be killer. If the truck does even just a mere 20000km a year it would probably be paid off within 10 years even assuming absolutely terrible ev conditions (high electric costs, cold low range inefficient running conditions) and assuming that for some reason gas would be doing better in the same conditions and gas costong less then it currently does.

@danmccarthy4700

2 жыл бұрын

There was one channel who reviewed a base model; I forgot who it was. It doesn't have the rear light bar or sliding rear window and it has a much smaller infotainment screen.

@lasthopehope1211

2 жыл бұрын

@@davewilson7602 what's the problem , all Americans are rich 100k is nothing for them right?

@FastRedPonyCar

2 жыл бұрын

@@abccanada6248 They have a $39K version of this with the lower range battery and a bit more stripped down but still all the stuff that matters.

I’m not a big proponent of EVs, the theory is good but the reality is questionable and very very dependent on how you intend to use it. If you can take it to work and it sit or use it a little , great . But if it going to be moving all day with various stops , the range anxiety is a killer. I use to farm and there were many days in the summer I’d have to fill up 2 and 3 times a day. You can’t be waiting to charge. I admit I’m hopeful for this truck , I like the features and I’m sure it has a place.

Glad you made it down to San Antonio!

Doug is the type of guy to think that a washing machine uses a 240V outlet. Silly Doug, it’s the dryer!

@DarrenMansour

2 жыл бұрын

I think he's just built different. Even his washing machine uses 240V

@cyjanek7818

2 жыл бұрын

People from europe: Confused screaming

@DougDeMuro

2 жыл бұрын

Even my microwave has a 240V outlet. I have special appliances 😏

@cheemsdoge977

2 жыл бұрын

This is the internet,not america

@a-don13

2 жыл бұрын

@@DougDeMuro Doug, good review. But sometimes your view on tech really baffles me, like how can you call ford the "new industry leader" in terms of infotainment screen and OS?? 💀 slight L there

The smartest move Ford made was making it essentially an F-150. It's going to feel comfortable to a lot of people and the they're going to keep costs down by having the doors, seats, bed, etc. all the same as the ICE F-150. Once fully available, this will be wildly popular.

@MayorMcheese12

2 жыл бұрын

I don't think so man. People generally just like driving gas powered cars. They're more reliable. Don't gotta worry about having to charge your vehicle in the middle of the day. You know what your truck is capable of pulling vs. This where its like damn idk if i can pull that. Nobody is use to electric vehicles yet. Not enough of them in the road

@hipster_tacos

2 жыл бұрын

@@MayorMcheese12 People in CA are definitely used to electric vehicles by now. You can't even go a full minute without seeing an EV around here. I've especially seen the Ioniq 5 with its weird styling selling well and quite a few Rivians are roaming my area now. That makes me think EVs will eventually catch on in other places

@ifixthings86

2 жыл бұрын

@@MayorMcheese12 more reliable? theres 1000 less moving parts in the powertrain of an EV. The rest of the truck is a regular F150. And they can technically tow the earth off stilts with the power figures. Its also familiar to F150 shoppers, not crazy looking like a cybertuck. Btw where is the cybertruck? (another reason lightning will sell)

@hyperlogos

2 жыл бұрын

@@MayorMcheese12 Gas powered cars are more likely to burst into flames when standing still. Yes, even with the Bolt recall. More reliable?

@777jones

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed. People are tired of filling pickups with gas. They burn double the gas sedans do. They also drive a lot of miles.

I bought a '23 Lariat ER and absolutely love it. The electric side of things is a home run for so much of the truck, but it brings limitations that can legitimately be deal-breakers for some. And it's pricey. But if somebody rips it off I'm taking the insurance check down to my dealer and buying another one just like this one.

Great video

A lot of great things about this, and I had a reservation with a chance to order in February, but when they wanted $20K to add the 300 mile extended range battery (10k for battery and 9,900 for a mandatory trim level), my XLT jumped from ~$50k to ~$70k! I had to pass. $20k will buy many years worth of gas, even at todays prices.

@jefffaller8474

2 жыл бұрын

Whenever "gas" equivalency becomes the breaking value proposition then you know you're not ready for the entirely new world of EV transportation. Here's the truth, an EV platform can do things that an ICE platform cannot, and never will be able to fuel savings aside. Tesla figured out early on that there goal wasn't to merely provide an EV version of the standard 4 door sedan because there would forever be the Volkswagen TDI crowd saying "but I get 50 mpg and its $25K cheaper than the model S". When a Tesla test drive includes a demonstration of the key fob alone bringing the car out of the parking stall/garage with know one inside, or Summon mode where the car finds you in the parking lot, or pre heating the cabin in your garage, or over the air software updates, you know its not about fuel savings, its about a whole new technology platform. Personally, my BMW i3 does none of the Tesla stuff, it just saves me nearly $400 a month in gas, while breaking a life long ridiculous addiction to gasoline, that's all it does. Ford is doing as little as possible to impress people at this point, they know their consumer base well.

@malcolmn.5222

2 жыл бұрын

@@jefffaller8474 you just mentioned alot of novelty stuff that most people don't care about. The reason ev cars have not taken off despite the government trying to force them down our throats is the time it takes to charge and the charging infrastructure in place.

@doylerhill

2 жыл бұрын

@@jefffaller8474 the F150 lightening had many things that attracted me, but it needed to be $$, not $$$$ for a mid level truck. If they would have separated the 10k for the extra battery from the extra $9900 for package crap I didn’t want or need I would have done it. All the gadgets made in to the larger touch screen I couldn’t care Jack about. It wasn’t just the gas vs electric.

@kashif30189

2 жыл бұрын

@@jefffaller8474 you are commenting on an econmic analysis of a person for a depreciating asset. EVs are great, but not for everyone. Just consider it as one more drive option, there are naturally aspirated engine, turbo engine and now they have EV. All of these dove modes have their pros and cons it is on each individual to assuage some value to it

@bryancollins942

2 жыл бұрын

@@jefffaller8474 one thing that ice cars can do though is last. One of my cars is turning 50 next year and I still drive it as much as I can. The only things that aren’t original are the rubber components and the radiator. I just don’t think you can get these batteries to still perform after 50 years.

Impressive! Now, if only Ford of Europe would build an electric Fiesta (traditionally one of the best-selling cars in the UK) for the same price as a petrol/diesel Fiesta. Ford seems to be being left behind in the market segment it once dominated here - its long-time rival, the Vauxhall Corsa, outsold it last year for the first time. That Corsa is available as an EV, as is its Stellantis cousin, the Peugeot 208. Ford of America seem keen to retain its traditional customers, while gaining new ones, with this Lighting. Ford of Europe should take more notice.

@PURENT

2 жыл бұрын

To be fair, Ford of America cut it's entire line up of passenger sedans/hatchbacks. They're only selling pickup trucks, SUVs, and Mustangs now.

@arthemis1039

2 жыл бұрын

I'd just like an EV Ford Ranger, really

@kjm3672

2 жыл бұрын

An EV Fiesta was shown back in 2013 called the Fiesta eWheelDrive but I don't think it caught on because info on it is extremely limited

@automation7295

2 жыл бұрын

I'm sure Ford of Europe would eventually do something similar at some point. Since Europe already has the Ford Mustang Mach-E, I'm sure Ford will have more EV soon. I wouldn't be surprised if the Mustang going to be electric in the future, there's also a rumor Dodge Challenger would be electric after 2024. Dodge Challenger will be discontinued in 2024.

@drunkenhobo5039

2 жыл бұрын

2021 was actually the first year since 1971 that a Ford model didn't top the UK's sales charts. They've really dropped the ball when it comes to modernising.

Key point. Getting one!

Certainly the most interesting EV I've ever seen in my life. The F-150 is a cornerstone vehicle of America, I have no doubt a lot of people will be gunning for these with record-high gas prices. Talk about great timing for Ford! Now we'll see if they can match the reliability of the non-electrified classic. I'd certainly be interested in if I had 70K or so to burn (to get the upgraded model with extended range)

@Depto228

2 жыл бұрын

Cybertruck is better

@southsidehatch

2 жыл бұрын

@@Depto228 cybertruck is a joke. Just a marketing tool to increase teslas fan boy cult and stock prices. The closest you can get is a hot wheel or RC version its not even being produced.

@Depto228

2 жыл бұрын

@@southsidehatch it’s okay, imma buying it tho if itsnot too much.

I'm not surprised that so many of its buyers are non-truck owners. While the bed was very useful and practical for many things a lack of a trunk wasn't, this has both and that's a game changer for many people. I can also see this truck becoming very popular as a workhorse for business, extended storage + a huge battery to charge and use tools will save a lot of money and time in certain situations. All that for a good price to boot.

@pistonburner6448

2 жыл бұрын

Haha, as if it's impossible to power and charge tools in an ICE truck... God, lemmings really don't know how to use their brains. Just lazily watch youtube videos and believe every bit of marketing b***sh** you hear...

@themoviedealers

2 жыл бұрын

It appeals to contractors that want a work and soccer mom's that want an SUV. Two huge customer bases.

@ZenEndurance

2 жыл бұрын

Soooo.... going back and forth between full size trucks and mid size SUVs and doing plenty of off roading, I think modern full-size trucks are a tad too big. And especially too big for city life. Make an E-truck halfway between the size of a rivian and an F150 and that would be perfect.

@mattbrew11

2 жыл бұрын

Ive got ten pros incoming for my solar business im just kicking myself for not adding a lariat for personal use. This truck is absolutely fantastic

I appreciate that this actually looks like a pickup truck and not a space rover.

@Ghost-hs6qq

2 жыл бұрын

The best part about it is that you can actually buy and drive it............. cough cough tesla

@damilolaakanni

2 жыл бұрын

*coughs* GMC Hummer EV.

@tabhabbish6336

2 жыл бұрын

I like paying extra for the same design ford has put out for 20 years. Ultra brain take.

@97justinparadis

2 жыл бұрын

@@tabhabbish6336 At least it exists. Also Trucks should be designed like you know….a truck.

@natebit7167

2 жыл бұрын

@@97justinparadis who is to say what a truck should look like? If you showed a modern f-150 to someone in the 90s-2000s they’d say it looks like a fridge or a spaceship or something “too futuristic” to be a truck. But now you all accept that as what a truck looks like

believe it or not but i drive a city bus and our company had just got two electric busses and since i been driving it it really makes me want to get a electric truck

A fabulous down to earth review. Excellent work Doug! Nice to have advice you can take with you to make an informed decision. So many lame reviews that don't get to the nitty-gritty. Yours is impartial and to the point. Only one complaint it appears you are rushing in your speech. Slow down as its nice to absorb the data and information in a sensible way 👍

This is what I wanted! A truck is meant for function, a multi-purpose utility vehicle and work horse. I don't want a ridiculous Hummer. I don't want some flashy Cybertruck with no side access to it's bed. Piss on all those status symbols, Ford knocked it out of the park by building a proper truck.

@jordohayes

2 жыл бұрын

Depends on your definition of a proper truck. For you this is great, for my needs, the Cybertruck crushes the Ford.

@Eatinbritches

2 жыл бұрын

@@jordohayes The primary function for a proper truck is it's capacity as a work vehicle - practicality. Secondary? Versatility. The CT and it's idiotic triangular design and unitary body is far too compromised, making it's function much too specific. For me, it's a massive fail and let down. Tesla could've conquered the truck market by building a more conventional design, but instead they went for the "lifestyle" choice.

@jordohayes

2 жыл бұрын

The good news is this is their first truck. They can make other models if they choose to. Elon has hinted at this before. For my needs, the function and form works perfectly. Compared to other trucks I have owned, the CT takes the cake. I’m happy for you that the lighting aligns to your vision of a truck and needs

@Eatinbritches

2 жыл бұрын

@@jordohayes Best of luck to you. I didn't want to drag out my many criticisms of the CT, I will say for your sake that hopefully it'll even be released for sale.

I have to admit I have strayed and not been keeping up with Doug lately. But when faced with which reviewer to go to for the F150 Lightning, there is no better choice and of course I was not disappointed. I had complete confidence all the quirks and features would be covered. Thx, Doug. Resubscribing!

Everybody Loves Doug!

I love the shirt Doug! Idaho is great.

Decent price and making a lot of them. This thing is going to be a great product for ford.

This truck is game changing. I can see people working in the trades making good use of this trunk, especially with the frunk and generator capabilities

@pistonburner6448

2 жыл бұрын

It's only game changing for people not intelligent enough to pay a few hundred dollars for a generator or bother to ask for the site to provide electricity (in all of my time I've never had a site where we can't get electricity, and only a few times did someone have to arrange a connection from a neighbouring home/company/site or a generator just for us). I guess intelligent people just get through life a lot easier, with a lot less costs. In this case like $300 vs. $15000.

@Skrenja

2 жыл бұрын

Nah. I doubt you'll see working Joes using EV's any time soon. Maybe in 10 years when you literally can't buy anything else.

@eurobean

2 жыл бұрын

@@pistonburner6448 I mean having this truck means you don’t need to lug around a generator and go and buy the fuel for said generator. Also, you’re lucky that you haven’t been to a job site where power wasn’t an issue. This truck will definitely have its uses for people trying to jump into EV

@pistonburner6448

2 жыл бұрын

@@eurobean You're just a kid, unintelligently enthusiastic about a 'new' thing.

You missed a cool quirk of the front trunk; that storage space under the trunk floor can double as a cooler. Fill it with ice and water and beer. It has a drain plug in the bottom.

13:25 does Doug not know that washing machines use 120v? Dryers are 240v, washers are 120.

Such a well thought out (and good looking IMO) electric truck. Very desirable and relatively affordable too. I think this might be a huge hit for Ford. I’d love one of these, and trucks have never really interested me…except as a teenager when I went through a phase 😆

@tharais

2 жыл бұрын

Worthless until it is actually available at Ford dealerships. And at MSRP or less. In the meantime, I’ll just keep on keeping on.

@myhandlewastakenandIgaveup

2 жыл бұрын

@@tharais The F150 Lightning is get another car that 90% of people won’t have a reason to be interested in for another 3-4 years. I saw a Rav 4 Prime for the first time in the wild last month and my first thought was “So they do actually exist?!?”.

@Chuffmaster654

2 жыл бұрын

@@tharais It'll be a $25k+ market adjustment put on by dealers. Anything over $25k will cover the $25k fine ford is putting on dealers for selling over MSRP.

@pranavkarthikdharmapuri2336

2 жыл бұрын

I am your 69th liker on this comment 😎

@MnP_Ivan

2 жыл бұрын

The SVT Lightning

Excellent overall truck. Fast, drives well, and practical. Plus it will save you approx $12-15k on fuel and maintenance over 5 yrs since it's so cheap to charge at home ($8-12).

@RtdXyron

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly. Big fan of Electric daily and work vehicles. V8s and turbocharged fun engines should belong to sportscars and supercars.

@patriotsouthern8123

2 жыл бұрын

It will only raise your home electric bill a few hundred a month!

@giogiosepicchannel5195

2 жыл бұрын

@@patriotsouthern8123 still cheaper than gas. And pollutes less, so slightly cleaner air quality.

@julianpottermusic

2 жыл бұрын

@@patriotsouthern8123 it'll raise your electric bill by a lower figure than you'd spend on gas in a month.

@MVous86

2 жыл бұрын

@@patriotsouthern8123 my electric bill went up $25 per month to charge my daily EV, plus I use it for most around-town errands. Compare that to $50+ per week for gas. But, you do you.

That Frunk is huge!!!!

Can’t wait for my order number to come up

What I love about the new F150 Lightning is that it's taking the Pickup back to its roots, a utility vehicle instead of a status symbol like some other pickups.

@shkhamd

2 жыл бұрын

It can be both if you have 90K to spare for a truck.

@Merc306.

2 жыл бұрын

Lol buying an EV is technically doing it for status

@bmw3-er

2 жыл бұрын

Imagine an EV Maverick.

(Even with skyrocketing car prices in mind…) It’s amazing how $60-70k is the “bulk” of orders… I make a good living as a nurse but unless I was sitting on triple my salary, I couldn’t afford one of the “bulk” builds

I like when he said incredibly smooth screen at 15:09, you clearly see how laggy the screen is lol.

Honestly Looking from the front im like yes love it futuristic look... but from the side it doesn't look that different from the other Ford pick ups. They needed to polish the design a little bit more but also this is the first one. They can perfect it next year.

Finally Doug shows a sunroof!!! Great review. I can't wait to see the new Chevy Etruck but overall its weird to see EV trucks.

A normal gas door style charge port door. THANK GOD. Everyone else is motorizing theirs. The charge port happens to be a rather important item on an EV. ZERO need to complicate its access. Thank you Ford for keeping it simple.

@brandoncrimmins6296

2 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣

@ixcutamp8059

2 жыл бұрын

I don't get the need to make it motorized. I mean, yeah they look and move cool, but it isn't like a big heavy trunk where it helps to have automatic opening, because it's just a small little door in the side of the car! In fact, i'd say its more comfortable to open it with your hand than waiting for the mehanism to do it for you.

@ZesPak

2 жыл бұрын

@@ixcutamp8059 I do like it in tesla, where they have a button on the charge cable to pop it open. Earlier ones weren't powered either, just spring loaded.

If you look at the rear tail lights from the side it looks like a lightning lot as well.

This is really nice how this guy barrows these cool cars and tells us about it😀

8:50 I can’t believe Doug didn’t mention the little embossed emblem of the man driving the old car on the gas cap door. That is definitely a “quirk” Doug forgot to mention.

@watchreport

2 жыл бұрын

His editor might have edited it out. He films a lot of footage and it’s edited down to fit the timeframe he wants.

I've only watched about the trunk and I'm sold :) Well done Ford. Consider the significance that the Doug score for this vehicle exceeds all of the ICE trucks he's reviewed. At this stage in history there are applications that demand gas or diesel motors, but where I live most truck owners don't use them for anything but daily drivers and the occasional dump run. For those purposes this truck has no equal in its price range.

@asvpab

2 жыл бұрын

Wait till you get to the part about the price, $90k, yikes

@marklar7551

2 жыл бұрын

@@asvpab anyone WHO NEEDS a truck, is not buying that model anyway.

@asvpab

2 жыл бұрын

@@marklar7551 and which truck would they buy

@lukebartlett9344

2 жыл бұрын

@@asvpab the base model starts at 45k, the platinum model starts at 90k

That Chevrolet Pickup never stood a chance you can see Doug glance in his mirror, truck never thought it stood a chance to race it/keep up with it great truck

love the shirt!