The Ford Electric Super Truck Aims To Conquer Pikes Peak

Ford Performance is shifting into high gear and heading back to the twisty and treacherous roads of Pikes Peak with their latest beast – a fully electric super truck. It’s called the F-150 Lightning SuperTruck, and it’s not going to be your average high performance electric vehicle because this EV monster is ready to conquer the 102nd running of ‘America’s Mountain’, at the International Hill Climb.

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A Ford Super Truck Like No Other

Ford has been making waves in the EV scene with some serious muscle. Think back to the Mustang Mach-E 1400. That beauty showed us that EVs aren’t just about saving the planet — they’re also about speed, power, and performance. Then there’s the Electric SuperVan 4.2, a 1,400-horsepower dynamo that obliterated its class record at Pikes Peak last year. And let’s not forget the Mustang Super Cobra Jet 1800 that pushes the boundaries of what we thought possible with electric drag racing.

Now, Ford is upping the ante with the F-150 Lightning SuperTruck. This isn’t your average electric pickup. No, this baby has been fine-tuned by the Ford Performance team to boost its aerodynamics and power output, which will allow it to tackle the grueling 12.5-mile uphill battle of Pikes Peak.

Ford has said that they will use this monster super truck to test and refine their electric powertrains, which will further allow them to push the boundaries of electric motors and battery packs. The extreme testing ground of the mountain will help the American carmaker bring cutting-edge tech back to its production vehicles, ensuring that what they learn translates to better EVs for all of us.

With the legendary Romain Dumas behind the wheel, the F-150 Lightning SuperTruck will be competitor No. 150 in this year’s Hill Climb. Qualifying runs in Colorado Springs are set for June 18-20, with the main event blasting off on June 23. If last year’s record-breaking run with the SuperVan 4.2 is any indication, we should be in for something special. This also comes at a time when Ford’s sales for the F-150 Lightning are down and high incentives are being offered to customers. This might bump up some good marketing for electric pickups.

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Pikes Peak: The Electric Playground

It’s also interesting to note that Ford isn’t alone in using Pikes Peak as a proving ground for EV prowess. Manufacturers like Volkswagen, with their ID.R, have shattered records in the past, and even then Romain Dumas was at the helm of the vehicle, proving that EVs can compete with and even outperform their gas-guzzling counterparts. Rivian and Tesla have also had a go at the hill climb, showcasing the raw potential and growing dominance of electric vehicles in motorsport.

What Can We Expect From Ford’s Super Truck?

We do not have any specs of figures yet, but speculation is running high about how the F-150 Lightning SuperTruck will perform. Given Ford’s impressive track record and the enhancements they’ve made, it’s safe to say that this truck is a serious contender for its class. If we consider the advanced aerodynamics, increased power, and a driver like Romain Dumas, we can probably expect to see the F-150 Lightning SuperTruck perform pretty well and achieve great results. Will it break records? It’s hard to say, but we do know that the F-150 Lightning SuperTruck is a testament to Ford’s commitment to electric performance and innovation. We will be watching and waiting.