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2023 F350 Review: Boasts Class-Leading 40,000-Pound Towing

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2023 F350 Review, a new High Output version of the heavy-duty pickup's 6.7-liter turbo diesel cranks out 1,200 lb.-ft. of torque. Ford renews its claim as the king of the heavy-hauler hill, releasing more details this week regarding the capabilities of the Ford F-Series 2023 F350 . With a new high-output 1,200 pound-foot diesel engine and revisions to its gasoline options, the big pickup now boasts a class-leading 40,000-pound tow rating and up to 8,000 pounds of payload, depending on the configuration. The Super Doots' optional 6.7-liter Power Stroke V8 turbo diesel engine returns for 2023 model year service with its 475 horsepower and 1.050 lb.-ft. of torque at the ready.  However, it's now joined by a new High Output variant that cranks the volume up to 500 hp and 1,200 lb.-ft. torque, good enough to claim a best-in-class performance nod for Ford.  The 6.7-liter HO diesel powers Ford's class-leading 40,000-pound maximum gooseneck tow rating for the F-450 Dual Rear-Wh

2023 Ford Edge: Performance Oriented Edge ST

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The 2023 Ford Edge and performance-oriented Edge ST added new technologies last year, including a standard 12-inch size centre screen, all-new Sync 4A with connected built-in navigation and cloud connectivity with conversational voice recognition, plus refinements to the Canadian-built crossover’s interior and exterior.  There are no significant changes for 2022. Performance The ST features a specially tuned 2.7L twin-turbocharged EcoBoost V6 pumping out 335 hp and 380 lb-ft of torque on 93 octane. It’s also outfitted for sportier handling with a quick-shifting eight-speed automatic transmission, standard all-wheel drive with selectable traction control, an available performance brake package and ST-tuned sport suspension.  In addition to the ST, Edge is offered in SE, SEL, Titanium and ST-Line trims, the SEL and ST-Line also available with front-wheel drive. These models feature a 250-hp 2.0L EcoBoost four-cylinder with eight-speed automatic and auto stop/start. Practicality The 12-i