Autonomous Trucks
Ford has announced the name of its eagerly anticipated fully-electric F-150 pickup truck … and it’s one we’ve heard before. Called the F-150 Lightning, the newest iteration of the celebrated moniker honours the ‘Lightning’ name found on V8-powered SVT F-150s of the late ‘90s, while also redefining it for a new era in the pick-up’s life. The Blue Oval has already released a few details about its latest EV ahead of its May 19 unveiling in Dearborn, Michigan. 4The 1999 Ford F-150 LightningWe know the pick-up will feature a dual electric motor configuration, as well as semi-autonomous ‘hands-free’ driving systems, and wireless, over-the-air software updates. However, with the Dearborn firm investing an estimated US$20 billion on EV and autonomous products by 2025, there’s every chance the F-150 will be a well-received step towards a greener future.