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Ford devises punishing mud test for Ranger Super Duty

Engineers validating the Ranger Super Duty had to devise a test that would simulate the type of extreme conditions a customer might face. That resulted in the mud-pack test, a challenge developed specifically for the Ranger Super Duty. The goal? To pack on as much performance-sapping mud as possible. Rob Hugo from Ford Australia explains: “Mud is one of a truck’s greatest enemies. “It can add significant weight, prevent airflow and act...

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Ford Ranger plug-in hybrid first drive review 

The Ford Ranger plug-in hybrid was announced sometime ago (back in 2023!) and finally we get to drive it ahead of its imminent arrival. Ford says its hybrid allows ‘ute buyers to begin their electrification journey without sacrificing any of the core capability that they need from a truck.’ And that’s not far from the mark after getting an introductory drive across the Tasman.  Remind me again what it’s all about  The powertrain of the Ford Ranger plug-in hybrid combines a 138kW/411Nm 2.3-litre turbo-petrol and a 75kW/300Nm motor. This lies between the engine and the 10-speed auto (or Modular...

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