Episode description
Ford has transformed the nation's best-selling pickup truck into a quick and capable EV. We share our first impressions of the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning, and discuss its prodigious power, swift acceleration, strong towing capability, and impressive electric range. We also talk about whether the new Lighting is a truck for the new, greener era. Plus, we help an audience member with some tire-buying advice and explain the importance of changing out your car's summer tires when the weather starts getting frigid.
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SHOW NOTES
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00:00 - Introduction
00:15 - First Impressions: 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning
15:06 - Question: At what temperature should you change your car’s summer tires for all-season?
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