Assuming GM and Dodge are not suffering similar declines, I’d have to question if the relentless ads about F-150 aluminum truck beds are gaining competitive traction. Second, the use of smaller six cylinder motors (2.7 liter) regardless of turbo charging may also be scaring off some buyers seeking traditional V-8 power? Hard to say no to a 5.3L TX Edition Silverado hotrod...
I’ve owned lot of Ford vehicles over time, mostly trucks. Not taking a shot at FoMoCo and want this American company to do well.
The only PUs selling year-to-date less are Silverado and Tundra. The F150’s increase in sales is less than anticipated.
http://www.goodcarbadcar.net/2016/10/usa-best-selling-pickup-truck-sales-figures-september-2016.html
Some people really need “trucks”. Most I know use them as a car (and to haul their trash)
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There is no way that I would buy an SUV that has a turbo.
There is also no way that I would buy one with less than 340 cubic inches displacement.
They can all suck eggs if that is the way they are going. I’ll rebuild the engine in the one I have if necessary.
Perhaps, but it's an advantage that won't last long.
Ford has gone to aluminum because of the ridiculous fuel-mileage requirements the Federal government is implementing. Chrysler and GM will have to follow.