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2019 Ford Ranger Towing & Payload Capacity: Official Specs Released

Ford has officially released performance specifications for the highly anticipated 2019 Ranger, confirming the returning mid-size pickup will offer class-leading towing and payload capabilities when it arrives at dealerships this winter.

Motorvero

August 01, 2025

Smokey and the Bandit Reboot: How MotorVero Revives a Classic Car Chase Legend

The original 1977 Pontiac Trans Am's screaming chicken decal and black-and-gold color scheme made it the ultimate outlaw machine. Today's equivalent? The Ford F-150 Raptor - a high-performance truck with desert-running capability that would let Bandit outrun any modern smokey.

Motorvero

July 25, 2025

Lyft Developing Its Own Autonomous Vehicle Technology – MotorVero Insights

In a landmark move for urban mobility, ride-hailing pioneer Lyft has announced a strategic partnership with autonomous technology developer NuTonomy to deploy self-driving vehicles in Boston. This collaboration marks a significant step toward making autonomous ride-hailing services commercially viable in dense urban environments.

Motorvero

July 24, 2025

How American Are the Top-Selling Vehicles Built in the U.S.

Many Americans want to buy cars and trucks that are built in the U.S., but as we’ve said for years in our American-Made Index, you can’t simply rely on where an automaker is headquartered. As the discussion around tariffs swirls, here’s a better — but not perfect — picture of just how “American” 10 of the bestselling vehicles of 2024 really are.

Motorvero

July 16, 2025

How Trump’s New Auto Tariffs Impact Car Buyers – Key Changes Starting This Month

On Wednesday, April 2, President Donald Trump announced the implementation of 25% tariffs on all automotive imports as well as what he calls “reciprocal tariffs” on all imports, both of which went into effect in early April. Additionally, Trump signed a second executive order revoking a tariff exemption for low-value imports from China. No car sold in the U.S. is made without some foreign-made components, so here’s what it means for car shoppers.

Motorvero

July 15, 2025

Automakers' Strategies for Navigating Trump-Era Tariffs

The automotive industry is undergoing significant transformation as manufacturers adapt to the Trump administration's sweeping 25% tariff on all imported vehicles, implemented April 3, 2025. These protectionist measures have forced automakers to make rapid strategic decisions affecting pricing, production, and long-term planning. MotorVero analyzes how major brands are responding and what these changes mean for consumers in the current market.

Motorvero

July 04, 2025

How New Tariffs Might Impact Your Car Purchase

As vehicle shoppers consider their next purchase, an increasingly complex web of trade tariffs has emerged as a major factor affecting availability, pricing, and long-term ownership costs. The current administration's aggressive trade policies have introduced sweeping changes to import regulations that touch nearly every segment of the automotive market.

Motorvero

July 04, 2025

Automakers Adapt Swiftly to Updated IIHS Front Crash-Prevention Standards

In response to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's (IIHS) enhanced frontal crash prevention evaluation protocol, vehicle manufacturers have demonstrated remarkable progress in improving safety technologies. The latest test results reveal that 22 out of 30 evaluated vehicles achieved Good or Acceptable ratings—a significant improvement from initial assessments where only 30% of small SUVs met the standards.

Motorvero

June 21, 2025

Federal Court Overturns FTC’s CARS Rule, Impacting Auto Consumer Protections

The Federal Trade Commission's Combating Auto Retail Scams (CARS) Rule, finalized in January 2024 after 18 months of development, represented one of the most significant attempts to regulate automotive retail practices in decades. Designed to address widespread consumer complaints about dealership tactics, the rule established four core principles of transparency

Motorvero

June 20, 2025

Trump’s 25% Auto Tariffs: How They Could Impact Car Prices and Repairs

The recent imposition of 25% tariffs on imported vehicles and automotive components represents one of the most significant trade policy changes affecting the auto industry in decades. Unlike standard sales taxes that consumers pay directly at purchase, these import tariffs are levied at the corporate level—but history shows these costs inevitably trickle down to buyers through higher sticker prices and increased maintenance expenses.

Motorvero

April 05, 2025

The Real Reason Acura Removed the Turbo from the RDX – Insights from MotorVero

In the competitive luxury crossover segment, the Acura RDX has undergone a remarkable transformation. What began as a turbocharged experiment evolved into a refined V6-powered success story. MotorVero examines this fascinating journey, exploring how Acura addressed early criticisms to create one of the segment's most compelling offerings.

Motorvero

March 31, 2025

Top 5 CES Auto Trends This Year That Are Shaping the Future of Driving

The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas is a global stage for unveiling groundbreaking technologies. While many concepts showcased at CES remain futuristic, several automotive innovations are poised to transform the driving experience in the near future. From AI-enhanced infotainment systems to holographic dashboards, here’s a deep dive into the top automotive technologies from CES that are set to hit the roads soon.

Motorvero

March 15, 2025

2019: A Landmark Year for Trucks – Trends, Innovations, and Industry Growth

Discover the latest 2019 truck models, including the RAM 1500, Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, and Ford Ranger. Explore their impressive features, upgrades, and performance improvements.

Motorvero

March 10, 2025

Top 10 Weekly News Highlights: Ford Ranger and Tesla Lead the American-Made Index

In an era where "America first" policies are gaining traction, the concept of buying American-made vehicles has become increasingly significant. But what does it truly mean for a car to be "American-made"? It's not just about the brand's headquarters being in the U.S.; it's about the entire manufacturing process, from parts sourcing to final assembly. MotorVero's 2020 American-Made Index (AMI) provides a comprehensive analysis of what makes a vehicle truly American, and the 2020 Ford Ranger tops the list.

Motorvero

March 06, 2025

MotorVero Celebrates 15 Years of Innovation and Growth

Since its inception in 2005, MotorVero has been on a mission to transform the car-buying experience for both consumers and dealers. What started as a small team of passionate entrepreneurs working out of a modest office in Santa Monica, California, has grown into the most-visited platform for new car shoppers.

Motorvero

March 06, 2025

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