Ford is pausing production on this truck?

Happy Election Day!

The US President isn’t allowed to drive, but can have personal vehicles and use them in a closed track.

Check out this post on Instagram, where we explain some of the ones they’ve had.

Key Takeaways

Don’t have much time? Here’s the summary of what we’re talking about:

• GM Moves Away from Apple CarPlay: GM is dropping Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in favor of its own platform for a more controlled EV experience, reshaping in-car tech for future models.

• Affordability Challenges Hit Even High-Income Families: Rising new car prices are pushing even wealthier buyers toward used vehicles, underscoring affordability challenges across the market.

• Ford Pauses F-150 Lightning Production: Despite an impressive 86% growth in Lightning sales, Ford is halting production, a decision raising questions about the model's future.

• Best Years for the Ford Flex: If you're interested in a Ford Flex, our article covers the best and worst model years for this unique SUV.

• Ford F-150 Timing Mechanism: Does the Ford F-150 have a timing belt or chain? We clarify this common question to help with maintenance planning for America's favorite truck.
  

NEWSBITES

Every week, we scour the web for the most essential news. Here’s what you need to know this week:

• Floods in Spain turn cars into deadly weapons

• Bristol Cars is back. If you don't know the brand, here's why it's important

• GM is offering these discounts for Veteran's Day

• Here's why Android and EVs still don't get along

RECALLS

Here are crucial recalls affecting the automotive industry:

• Volvo, RAM, and Ford act on critical issues with these recalls

IN THE KNOW

Why GM is ditching Apple Car Play

I challenge you to think of a phone operating system. Chances are you've thought of two names. 

The reality is that everyone uses Apple and Android, so why is GM dropping them?

The answer is fascinating. In this interview for The Verge, GM's CEO, Baris Cetinok, explains why.

Even high-income families can't afford new cars

This Bloomberg article takes an interesting approach by discussing how even the wealthy struggle to buy new cars.

Granted, it doesn't appeal to all audiences, but it highlights an unavoidable reality.

Here's what most people are doing when it comes to buying a new car. 

Ford plans to pause the Lightning

A year-to-Year growth of 86% should make anyone happy, right? Well, not Ford. 

Though Ford Lightning sales grew that much, the company is taking drastic action.

So, does this mean that the Ford Lightning has lost its thunder? Read more about this in our link.

OUR THOUGHTS

We love the new 2025 Chevrolet Traverse, and here's why

We won't hide it.

We're GM fans here at Four Wheel Trends, and when the new Chevrolet Traverse came out, we were pleasantly surprised.

Here's what we found most appealing.

BEST AND WORST

What are the best and worst years for the Ford Flex?

Ford Flex—that's a name you haven't heard in a while.

However, when it was new, it turned some heads. 

Not only that, Ford managed to sell nearly 300,000 of them. 

So, if you're looking to buy an SUV off the beaten path, here are the best (and worst) years for the Ford Flex.

TIPS AND KNOW-HOW

Does the Ford F-150 have a timing belt or chain?

Some engines have a timing belt, while others have a timing chain.

Understanding the difference is crucial, as maintenance routines change between the two. 

At the same time, Ford F-150 is the most popular truck out there.

So, this question is one of the most popular we get: Does the Ford F-150 have a timing belt or chain? Let's find out.