MotorTrend Coins the F-150 Lightning the 2023 Truck of the Year

The all-electric Ford F-150 Lightning earned the honorary mention of MotorTrend’s Truck of the Year for 2023. The revolutionary pickup adds another warranted achievement to the Blue Oval’s crammed trophy case. Yet, as if the distinction wasn’t enough, the F-150 Lightning merited unanimous votes between MotorTrend judges. Further, the unified decision calls for the second time in history, an electric vehicle enchanted the MotorTrend Of the Year competitions. 

“It’s really brilliant for the team that Lightning is the first EV truck to win by unanimous vote. This truck is full of firsts, and this one is really special to add to Lightning’s historic launch.” 

– Electric Vehicle Programs, Darren Palmer, Vice President

Acquiring the MotorTrend distinction didn’t come without effort. As a matter of fact, the F-150 Lightning bore a standard battery of acceleration. Additionally, MotorTrend specialists tested the all-electric pickup figure-8 handling plus a 60 to 0 mph brake performance testing. Class-relevant evaluations include acceleration and braking with a trailer towing its payload capacity. Furthermore, judges spent quality time with the electric truck through on-road and off-road tests. 

The Ford F-150 Lightning is America’s number one electric truck, and November 2022’s sales reports prove it. The pickup garnered a sales amount of 2,062. Additionally, since the Lightning debuted in May 2022, sales have risen to 13,258. Moreover, the magnetic pickup is essential in solidifying Ford as the second-ranking electric vehicle brand, following closely after Tesla. 

“The F-150 Lightning and its nearly instant torque with ride and handling make it without a doubt the best truck Ford has ever made. If that feels like a bold statement, consider that amongst our judges, the F-150 Lightning won Truck of the Year by unanimous decision–the first EV truck to convince all judges across the board. The Ford F-150 Lightning is no less than a milestone achievement in the history of American mobility.” 

– MotorTrend Group Head of Editorial, Ed Loh 

The Blue Oval continues to bump up production for quicker deliveries, delivering 150,000 electric trucks a year before 2023 ends. But, most importantly, the EV segment continues to rumble for the Bronco maker with a conquest rate that surpasses 60 percent.

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