Ford trucks dominate North American and Asian markets
Ford celebrated 2013 as its best year of sales and revenue ever. Just during the fourth quarter alone it made a record profit of $3.04 billion, a 90 percent increase. Total vehicle sales in 2013 totaled 6.3 million units, an increase of 12 percent over the previous year. More of its sales and profits came from Asia and the North America. It’s best seller, pickup trucks.
Even though cargo capacity, and towing and hauling are more important for a pickup truck, enthusiasts are still looking for comfort, luxury and appearance from a truck. In order to satisfy the hunger, trucks have to offer more than just the basics. This is why Ford continues to offer line of trucks that are rugged, handsome and reliable including F-150 SuperCrew Cab, F-250 Super Duty Crew Cab and F-150 SuperCrew Cab SVT Raptor. The F-150 is the best-selling powerful, affordable and flexible full-size truck in the U.S. market. The F-150, 3.7-liter V6 delivers 17 miles per gallon (mpg) while 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 delivers 16 city and 22 highway mpg. At the top is the V8, 6.2-liter engine that still delivers 13 city and 18 highway mpg on a two-wheel drive.