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Consumer Test Drives of All-New Ford F-150 About to Begin in 38 Markets Across the United States

  • Soon, consumers can test drive the all-new 2015 Ford F-150 ahead of the truck’s availability in dealer showrooms
  • Tour visits 38 markets across the United States, Oct. 13 through Dec. 21
  • Consumers can register and schedule their test drive at F150drive.com

Consumers wanting to drive the future of trucks can get behind the wheel of the 2015 Ford F-150 – the toughest, smartest, most capable F-150 ever – in 38 markets across the United States beginning Oct. 13.

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The tour will make stops in 38 major markets and run through Dec. 21. Truck customers can drive the all-new model on a short route with product experts along for the ride to explain the new innovations and answer questions.

Consumers can register and schedule their test drive at F150drive.com. Walk-up participation is encouraged.

“The new F-150 is a game changer,” said Doug Scott, Ford Truck group marketing manager. “Truck customers are going to learn about and experience the F-150’s new features and improved performance from the best place possible – the driver’s seat.”

Tour vehicles will feature the all-new 2.7-liter EcoBoost® V6 that produces 325 horsepower and 375 lb.-ft. of torque and includes Auto Start-Stop designed to enhance fuel economy in stop-and-go driving. The 3.5-liter EcoBoost that produces 365 horsepower and 420 lb.-ft. of torque will be available to test drive as well.

Participants registered online or in attendance at the event can enter for a chance to win an all-new 2015 Ford F-150.*

The tour also will feature interactive displays to help consumers gain a better understanding of the technical aspects of the all-new F-150, including its high-strength steel frame construction and high-strength, military-grade, aluminum-alloy body panels.

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Drive events will take place in the parking lots of large retailers and office parks. Details can be found on F150drive.com.

“This is the most anticipated truck in Ford history,” said Scott. “Consumers will see for themselves how Ford reinvented the pickup, and experience how the all-new F-150 is a more capable and efficient tool that can make their daily lives easier and more productive.”

Consumers can visit F150drive.com to find the tour stop nearest them. Here is a list of tour stops by route:

Week of

West

West Central

East Central

East

Oct. 13

Seattle

Minneapolis

Buffalo, N.Y.

Boston

Oct. 20

Portland, Ore.

Chicago

Cleveland

New York

Oct. 27

Sacramento, Calif.

St. Louis

Pittsburgh

Philadelphia

Nov. 3

San Francisco

Kansas City, Kan.

Columbus, Ohio

Indianapolis

Washington, D.C.

Nov. 10

Salt Lake City

Tulsa, Okla.

Nashville, Tenn.

Raleigh, N.C.

Nov. 17

Denver

Oklahoma City, Okla.

Little Rock, Ark.

Atlanta

Dec. 1

Phoenix

Dallas

Baton Rouge, La.

Orlando, Fla.

Dec. 8

Riverside, Calif.

San Diego

Austin, Texas

New Orleans

Tampa, Fla.

Dec. 15

Los Angeles

San Antonio

Houston

Miami

*No purchase necessary. Open to licensed drivers 18 and over. Ends Dec. 31, 2014. Complete rules available at F150drive.com.

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