Fellow Hoosier? Have you tried Currie Motors Ford of Valparaiso, Indiana? They also have a dealership in Frankfort, Indiana. Purchased my 24 Lariat AWD 2.0L ECO at Currie in Valpo in 2024 from dealer inventory for $37,000!
I purchased a set of PREDATOR NEW MUTANT AT's, 235/60R18, from WALMART with their mounting and balancing package. Now at 17,000 miles on tires and 17,500 on '24 Maverick Lariat AWD Ecoboost. Love these tires! I would recommend without hesitation!
I've been running PREDATOR NEW MUTANT ATs, 235/60R18, for almost 20,000 miles. Great experience, little wear. Purchased through WALMART with life time balance and rotation every 5,000 miles. $600.00 total investment!
Just for your information ... Installed a Rough Country 2" lift on my 2024 Lariat AWD 2L Ecoboost. This is the MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED lift due to drive train alignment issues!
2024 Lariat 2.0L Ecoboost ... NO RECALLS FOR ME, EITHER! I'm enjoying the ride along with a 2024 Edge SEL AWD 2.0L Ecoboost. Both vehicles are great with no issues!
You might consider Thorton Chip Tuning. Not sure if they have the 2025 OBDII Port Chip available yet. However, I chipped my 2024 Maverick and Edge, both with 2.0L EB. I selected a stage 3 boast to gain 50hp and 5.0mpg. I'm very happy for $99.00 each!