Source: Pixabay In 2007, Ford added a backup camera into several of their vehicle models, including the F-150 pickup truck. The camera was strategically placed in the corner of the rearview mirror to allow the driver to use the camera in conjunction with the mirror more easily. Did Ford include a backup camera into their vehicles a little late, or was it a quality-of-life decision that should have been implemented sooner?

Ford Edge by Vauxford — CC BY-SA 4.0 The Ford Edge stands out from the crowd of three-row layouts that most modern SUVs come with. The Edge prioritizes a two-row seating layout that’s very comfortable and spacious. So if you’re looking to find out if the Ford Edge currently has third-row seating: it doesn’t, outside of one exception. Ford did unveil a seven-seat layout at a Go Further event in Guangzhou, China.

The Ford Ranger first hit the scene back in 1983. Instead of the large full-sized trucks that Ford was known for, the Ranger was a small compact truck that caught a lot of attention. The Ranger is unlike any other truck and has won awards for its performance and style, but not all years have received praise. Below, we’ll share some Ford Ranger years to avoid, helping you on your pre-owned search.

The Ford Escape is one of the most popular crossover SUVs on the market. They were one of the first, breaking the mold on the body style. Soon after, many other carmakers followed suit, releasing several similar body styles. Other brands love them but so did consumers, making it one of the most sold cars for Ford. Thanks to several significant reliability woes, the Escape may sound perfect, but they are far from it.

2017 Ford Focus RS Hatchback by EurovisionNim — CC BY-SA 4.0 While Ford has been producing some great SUV and truck offerings lately, they have unfortunately halted several lines of smaller cars, including the popular Focus. Nowadays, the smallest Fords you can find are both under the Mustang badge: the classic Mustang coupe and the Mach-E hatchback. But if you are looking for a Ford that doesn’t break the bank at the dealership or at the pump, you can still find a wide variety of used Focuses from the 2015 to 2018 model years.

When it was introduced in 2007, the midsize crossover market was still relatively small, with not nearly the number of models offered today. But the Ford Edge has been popular, selling over 100,000 cars in the United States every year outside of 20091. Fortunately, most people who bought those million-plus cars got reliable midsize CUVs. With the oldest models celebrating fourteen or fifteen years at this point, there are plenty of them still on the road today.

Photo by Andre Tan on Unsplash You probably use your Smart Key every day starting and getting in and out of your vehicle. Why not? It’s easy. It’s convenient, and it’s better than carrying around a set of dangling keys. The only problem is that, like using batteries, your Smart Key batteries will die. Read this article about Ford key fob battery: what to know. How Not To Get Stranded With A Dying Ford Key Fob Battery: What To Know If your key fob doesn’t work and it has just started to act up, don’t panic; you can still get into your vehicle and even start it and drive away.

Photo by Yunus Yildiz on Unsplash The Ford Transit is a valuable vehicle for the use of a work truck or for transportation of people. As a driver, your visibility is not bad facing forward, but depending on how many occupants you have in your vehicle, or if you have a van that is set up with no windows (work van), your rearview can be pretty poor. Using your backup camera may be your only choice for backup safety and success.

Ford Transit by Vauxford — CC BY-SA 4.0 The Ford Transit van can be utilized in many different ways. It’s great for cargo, great if you’re going to use it as a work truck, or it can even be transformed into a transportation truck. One thing it is not known for is a lifted ground clearance. Read this article on Ford Transit ground clearance: what to know. What is Ground Clearance?

2019 Ford Expedition XLT by Kevauto — CC BY-SA 4.0 The Ford Expedition was initially released in 1997 following the discontinuation of the Bronco and continues to be updated and refined to this day. This full-size three-row SUV has the capacity and capabilities to transport you and your family anywhere you wish. But with several trim levels to choose from for each of the recent year models, picking the right model can be confusing.