![]() ![]() I agree with this, but only if we’re talking about adapting unibody vehicles - in other words, vehicles whose structural backbones are integrated into their bodies. “Dedicated EV platforms or bust” has been the widespread sentiment for a while now, with many believing that the compromises associated with trying to adapt a gas platform to fit EV hardware just yield a watered-down product. As for the second point: For years the media and consumers alike have been criticizing EVs that are based on existing gasoline vehicle platforms. Sure, there’s a big-ass screen in the cabin and there’s a frunk up front - plus the whole face looks a bit different - but by and large, the Lightning is familiar. The first point is simple enough: Ford didn’t really weird-ify the Lightning much over the standard F-150. ( Full Disclosure: Ford flew me from Detroit to San Antonio, put me up in a nice hotel, and fed me such high quality food that I bet I could blend it up, strain it, and use the juices as starting fluid to fire up an old Ford 300 straight six). When I arrived at the F-150 Lightning press event in San Antonio, I figured the truck would be quirky like every other EV I’d driven recently, but at the same time I worried that it would be severely compromised given that it’s clearly built on the same architecture as the gasoline F-150. This was not the takeaway I was expecting. These are some great cars I’m mentioning, here, but to most laypeople, they’re kind of weird. It’s the wacky column shifter in the Hyundai, the absurd number of electronic gadgets and storage offerings in the Rivian, it’s the Tesla’s humongous screen in an otherwise oddly understated cabin, it’s the whole vibe of the Honda E. The other key factor is execution, and after driving the truck last week I can say with confidence: Ford nailed it.Īfter having driven machines like the Rivian R1T, Tesla Model 3, Kia EV6, Hyundai Ioniq 5, and Honda E, I’ve gotten used to the “weirdness” that tends to accompany EVs. It’s a key factor behind why I see the launch of the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning as a major inflection point in automotive history. But this no-nonsense approach is actually the Lightning’s superpower, allowing it to reach the market quickly, remain within a price range that many can afford, and appeal to the masses by being familiar and unintimidating. No, the Lightning is a regular, everyday F-150 with an electric powertrain shoved in, and that’s pretty much it. It’s not styled like something from a sci-fi movie. It doesn’t promise full autonomous driving. Physical damage includes but is not limited to improper handling and/or any other type of damage sustained by irregular usage.The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning isn’t a whiz-bang gadget disguised as a truck. Physical damage to any product purchased at will effectively void warranty coverage. will not cross-ship returned merchandise. offers our customers a 30-day satisfaction replacement or refund guarantee on all purchases, except when otherwise noted in the product listing. This product is backed by Viair's One-Year Manufacturer's Defect Warranty! ![]() Customers must inform of any order discrepancy within 7 days from the invoice date so that we may investigate and resolve the situation accordingly. ![]() Most products are shipped with a refund/replacement guarantee period unless otherwise noted in the product listing. Additional deductions may be made to reflect the products current market value. A Returned Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number is required for all returns. South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands (GBP £)Īll merchandise unless otherwise indicated may be returned within 30 days from the shipment arrival date for a refund.
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