I usually run in both ECO mode (two quick clicks on the left-mode button), and also put the truck in "L" for our AWD Hybrid. L mode always give you a 100% braking score if you let it do most of the stopping, but unlike a true one-pedal mode, there's no associated rear brake lights. The truck...
We purchased our warranty from Granger when we picked up our 25 Mav. The warranty starts at the date of the sale of the truck, so no reason to delay, as warranty costs goes up every year, but the end date of coverage doesn't change. We opted for the 10/100K/0 deduct with lighting rider. Even can...
I used to be in the "never get an extended warranty" camp and have always done my own maintenance and repairs when possible. When we picked up our 25 Mav Lariat (from Granger) I also opted for the 10yr/100K/0 deduct + lighting rider. The truck compliments our EV so it sits in the garage most...
25 Lariat Hybrid AWD. My wife is mobility-challenged, so we often put her wheelchair / scooter in the bed. This vehicle also compliments our EV and is choice vehicle we use for road trips, so having a secure spot for coverage is essential. Thanks!
I believe ECO mode may also reduce the fan speed for the climate system, but it's probably negligible at highway cruising. With the Hybrid in "L" you get maximum regen, same as getting a perfect 100% braking score every time you brake, but be warned, unlike EVs with 1-pedal driving, max regen in...
The last updates I've gotten were all done in my garage. Dealer sends out a tech and a laptop. No charge, no wait, no hassle. Takes about 10 minutes. Look for a dealer that offers free mobile service.
We have our 25 Mav AWD Lariat with 4 K towing, and have had a 23 Bolt EUV, a 23 Bolt EV in the stable (both sold) and now we have a 25 Escape PHEV (same powertrain as the MAV hybrid but with a much bigger battery and home charging) as well as a 24 Hyundai Ioniq sedan AWD Limited (a loaded...
IIMHO, I can't agree with the idea that turning off modules based on time is a valid approach. It doesn't take into account battery tenders. The battery saver really should just look at the state of charge only.
If you find a parameter to disable this feature (or set the time limit to...
I confirmed this with a Ford engineer a while back who actually volunteered this when I mentioned that sometimes, if it's been a few days when I've not used the Maverick, when I open the doors, the interior lights don't turn on. I keep the truck on a battery tender in my garage so it's got...
Backlit dial or display, accessory pocket large enough to hold all parts and cables with hinged door, flap or Velcro,cover, min 30 inch hose. Compact case to keep it secure in trunk.
Maintenance I do myself, but the days of shade-tree wrenching on the high-tech 2025s seem the be limited. I do enjoy the upkeep/repair/replacement work on my 91 Miata. Whenever I work on a car I tell my 11 yr old grandson, "if your knuckles ain't busted; you're not trying hard enough" - and of...
Agreed. When I priced mine out (Grainger), I decided to go with the relatively low cost zero-deductible. , I'm now more likely to bring the truck in even for "minor" issues. I plan on keeping the Mav at least 10 years, so good to know as long as it's not in a wreck, I look to keep it as much...
Not just the expensive, proprietary parts are costing more, but the labor too. Buying an extended warranty today using 2026 dollars eliminates the guesswork of what the hourly labor rate / minimum charge will be for even relatively simple out-of-warranty repairs in 2030 and beyond.
I used to be in the "Never buy an extended warranty" camp, but now the tech in the vehicles is so advanced AND proprietary, the days of getting parts at an AutoZone and repairing the car under the shade tree are just about gone. The dealer-specific parts and diagnostic tools pretty much...
1 I’d only get the ford warranty, not an off brand.
2 the cost is the same regardless of trim, so the deal is better for the higher trims since there’s more stuff to break.
3. Coverage starts from date of vehicle sale, so the sooner you buy the warranty the less it will cost for the same...
Thanks but adaptive cruise #2 at 70 has a decent gap - wasn’t like tailgating. Keeps at a comfortable distance but not too far away.
More worried about random debris getting kicked up by any car in front of me. Happens with cars, trucks and semis, but can’t predict it.
Was recently on a road trip with the mav. Blustery day. I decided to adaptive #2 cruise behind a semi doing 70 in a 70. Mpg went from low 30ish to mid 30s. Good wind blocker!