2016 Ford F-150 is Aluminum and Safer than Ever

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) tested 10 popular pickup models, and only the Ford F-150 aced the small-overlap crash test.

The small-overlap crash is a new test, implemented on trucks for the first time ever last year. It is one of the most accurate replications of a real-world crash, and uncovered a shocking weakness in many vehicles' protection.

In a typical frontal crash, you don't drive your entire front end

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New Car Technology: Ford Sync 3

If you like Ford Sync technology, you're going to love Sync 3. The latest infotainment system is a play on the original -- so don't worry, you won't lose hands-free calling and voice-activation features --, but this time it's much more intuitive, user-friendly, and even delivers a faster response time. Because in this day and age, no one has time to wait for their infotainment system to load.

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Towing Just Got Easier with Ford

If you’ve ever towed something, you know that it can get a little hairy at times. The worst are when you’re backing up in tight spaces, with obstacles in the way.

Still, towing is a necessity for most of us, at least if we want to experience the outdoor adventures that we love. Whether that means towing a vintage camper or boat or ATVs, becoming good at towing is an important skill to learn.

But what if you could have a little help along the way?

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