2021 F150 Spy shots. Is Ford going back to '09-'14?

[phsycle]

Mountain bikers who use tailgate pads would rather see a slightly lower camera lens, so the padding on top doesn’t obscure it. Of course we all drive Tacoma’s anyway, so Ford probably doesn’t care.

I actually thought something mounted HIGHER would be better. Like an optional camera by the 3rd tail light, like some HD trucks. Mounting it lower, would be covered by the pad, tires, or dirt.

 

[Todd n Natalie]

I actually thought something mounted HIGHER would be better. Like an optional camera by the 3rd tail light, like some HD trucks. Mounting it lower, would be covered by the pad, tires, or dirt.

True, but if you're using it as a back up camera or to hook up a trailer, I don't think a camera mounted that high would be able to give a view of the bumper or hitch.

I'm guessing the filed of vision would cut off at the top of the tailgate.

 

[phsycle]

True, but if you're using it as a back up camera or to hook up a trailer, I don't think a camera mounted that high would be able to give a view of the bumper or hitch.

I'm guessing the filed of vision would cut off at the top of the tailgate.

I meant an additional camera

Camera by the tailgate handle is in a good spot. Combine with another up higher. Mounting it lower doesn't make sense.

 

[Todd n Natalie]

I meant an additional camera

Camera by the tailgate handle is in a good spot. Combine with another up higher. Mounting it lower doesn't make sense.

Ahhh.. yeah, that would be handy.

 

[Todd n Natalie]

https://www.autoblog.com/2020/02/21/2021-ford-f150-interior-spied/#slide-2211160

 

[givemethewillys]

I like it....

 

[Todd n Natalie]

Still not liking the way the grill and headlights come together. I was hoping it was model specific. Like how the XLT, Sports/ SXT's, Lariats, Platinum and limited all have different grills..

2021 Ford F-150 Hybrid Spied With Updated Front-End Design

New spy photos show the 2021 Ford F-150 pickup truck with its hybrid powertrain, one of several powertrain changes coming to the refreshed vehicle.

www.motor1.com

 

[Grassland]

The headlights look like all the aftermarket headlights for 09-14s do, to me anyway.
Big led DRL bar around outside edge.

I'm more excited to hear about the hybrid powertrain. Hopefully similar to the Explorer.
The electric power train picks up the low end slack from the NA V6 and sorta kinda helps fuel economy.

 

[Todd n Natalie]

The headlights look like all the aftermarket headlights for 09-14s do, to me anyway.
Big led DRL bar around outside edge.

I'm more excited to hear about the hybrid powertrain. Hopefully similar to the Explorer.
The electric power train picks up the low end slack from the NA V6 and sorta kinda helps fuel economy.

Agreed. The hybrid is the one I'm interested to find out more about. I'm hoping payload and tow ratings won't suffer too much.

 

[Wallygator]

Looks like the age of the giant clown size touchscreen is here. Was hoping it would have ended with the Ram.

 

[Todd n Natalie]

Looks like the age of the giant clown size touchscreen is here. Was hoping it would have ended with the Ram.

I think it started with the Ram not ended. Well, actually I guess it started with the Model S?

Other trucks will now offer bigger screens to compete I'm guessing. However, I'm sure it will be an option.

 

[Martinjmpr]

I think it started with the Ram not ended. Well, actually I guess it started with the Model S?

Other trucks will now offer bigger screens to compete I'm guessing. However, I'm sure it will be an option.

The obvious next evolutionary step is to get rid of that stupid windshield that nobody uses anyway and replace it with a giant screen. That way you can watch Netflix while you drive.

Add a subwoofer and an amp to drown out the screams of the pedestrians you'll be running over.

 

[Martinjmpr]

They also need to add a 'selfie cam' to the steering wheel.

 

[Todd n Natalie]

The obvious next evolutionary step is to get rid of that stupid windshield that nobody uses anyway and replace it with a giant screen. That way you can watch Netflix while you drive.

Maybe you just gave someone an idea for when cars become autonomous...

Edit... looks like it's already been thought of...

 

[phsycle]

Giant screens sell. It's what the public wants, despite the gagging of a few luddites. Fortunately, XL's will most likely get regular small screens.