Ford Shocks Fans: The F-150 Lightning Is Getting a Gas Engine Sort Of

The Ford F-150 Lightning was supposed to be all-electric, full stop. But now, Ford has confirmed that a gas engine is coming to the Lightning lineup and no, it’s not a traditional hybrid or a step backward. In this video, we explain what Ford really means, how this new setup works, and why it could actually make the F-150 Lightning more practical for everyday truck buyers.

F-150 Lightning (2025)

okay so yeah, this one’s the star of the weird news. People thought it was gonna stay electric forever but apparently, Ford said, “nah, let’s make it make noise again.” And now there’s supposed to be some gas version coming, maybe hybrid-ish, maybe something else, I don’t know. Part of me loves it because charging in the middle of nowhere sucks but also… like, what’s the point then? Feels like naming your cat “Dog.” If you’ve got, I dunno, $60k lying around, it’s yours I guess. Still looks cool though. Still weird.

F-150 Hybrid

I drove one once and it sort of felt like it couldn’t decide who it wanted to be. Quiet one second, growl the next. It’s like a guy who wears hiking boots to brunch confused but confident. My neighbor has one that makes this tiny whir-whir sound when starting, like it’s waking up from a nap. $50k easy if you want one new. Sometimes I think they’re the smarter buy but then I remember how bad I am at remembering to charge things.

Maverick

man, I actually like the Maverick. It’s the small truck that could. Not too show-offy, just gets it done. It’s like the person who helps you move and won’t even ask for pizza. Saw one used for around $26k and honestly kind of thought about it. The seats smell funny though, like new fabric trying to hide the fact it’s cheap. But I like it. You pull up in one and people don’t judge you they just go “oh cool, practical.”

F-250 Super Duty

This is like if a truck went to the gym once and never left. The kind of thing that makes you feel powerful even when you’re just getting groceries. My uncle has one and swears he needs it “for hauling stuff,” which is hilarious because he hauls nothing. Gets like 12 mpg and sounds like an earthquake. But you respect it. You just do. $75k if you’ve got that kind of pain tolerance.

Bronco

You ever sit in a Bronco and just… smell the rubber? Like literal rubber. The new ones try so hard to be cool, but they’re, hmm, kinda like when a rebooted TV show tries to act edgy but overdoes it. Still, I’d drive one for fun. Maybe $40k territory now. Doors come off too, which sounds exciting until you realize bugs like freedom as much as you do.

Ranger

The Ranger’s like the little brother who keeps hitting the gym and bragging about it. Not quite a full-size, not small, just somewhere awkward in between. I rode in one last summer, someone spilled beer on the floor mat and it’s still there. But it drove fine. Good enough for road trips, bad enough to make you reconsider towing anything bigger than a couch. $30k maybe, depending how used it is.

Explorer

Does anyone remember when Explorers were everywhere? Like, soccer moms, dads, kidnappers, everyone had one. The newer ones look sharp though, kinda serious. My friend got one for like $37k, says it drives like a fast couch. I can believe it. I spilled fries in his once. He still hasn’t forgiven me.

Mustang Mach-E

Okay listen, I wanted to like this thing. I really did. But calling it a Mustang is… I don’t know, blasphemy feels too strong but it’s weird. It’s fast though, and totally silent, like a cheetah pretending to be polite. The inside smells like vegan leather and dashboards. $45k ballpark. And yet here I am wishing it sounded like a pissed-off horse.

Expedition

That’s the one you get when you’ve got too many kids or too much stuff. My aunt drives hers like she’s piloting a ship. It actually makes low-speed turns feel expensive, if that makes sense. Around $55k gets you that “I’m in charge” feeling. Gas mileage? Don’t ask. The cupholders though — perfect size for iced coffee, and I appreciate that.

Mustang GT (Gas, baby)

And then there’s the OG Mustang. Loud, pointless, wonderful. Smells like rubber and nostalgia. I rented one once, couldn’t stop grinning. The steering? Meh. The growl? oh my god. With all this electric talk lately, it feels like this car’s flipping everyone off and saying, “nah, we’re still here.” About $42k new if you’re feeling reckless. Worth every stupid cent.