The Electric Ford F-150 Lightning Is Dead. A 700-Mile Replacement ...
In the latest major pivot from Ford, the next-generation F-150 Lightning gets a new, longer-range powertrain.
www.motortrend.comI don’t have live updates right now, but here’s the latest I can share based on recent coverage.
- The Ford F-Series has not yet formally announced a “Twelfth Generation” specifically by that label; the current generation designations in common automotive reporting refer to the F-Series lineup through the thirteenth and fourteenth generations, with ongoing updates and refreshes rather than a single “twelfth generation” rollout. That context matters when tracking news about newer F-Series models.[3][9]
- In early 2025 reports and coverage noted Ford delaying next-generation F-150 development (often discussed in the context of the next-generation F-Series family, sometimes labeled as P736 for the F-150) with production pushed to 2028 for the new generation, while continuing production of the current generation through 2028 in some markets. This indicates shifts in timing rather than abrupt discontinuation of the entire F-Series lineup.[1][4]
- Related coverage around 2025–2026 highlighted Ford exploring long-range or extended-range powertrains and EV strategy within the broader F-Series ecosystem, including the F-150 Lightning and potential hybrids or other electrified variants. Specifics vary by source, but the trend is toward a multi-faceted approach rather than a single, abrupt generation leap.[6][8]
If you’d like, I can drill down with current primary sources from Ford’s press releases and Automotive News, or assemble a quick timeline of generation codes (P702, P736, etc.) and the associated expected rollouts. Would you prefer a source-forward timeline or a concise digest with key model names and expected dates?
Citations:
- Ford F-Series generation timing and F-150 delays cited in coverage about next-gen F-150 production shifts.[1]
- Additional context on production timelines extending current generation into 2028 and F-150 Lightning delay notes.[4]
- Broader EV/powertrain strategy discussions within the F-Series lineup and related models like the F-150 Lightning.[6]