Ford to Dust Off More Old Nameplates?
Over the past few months, we've seen Ford conjure up some old familiar names for new models or variants. And they’re not the only automaker to do it. Is this just a fad, or something longer-lasting? Whatever the case, it’s fun and it allows people to discover or rediscover a part of automotive history.
At Ford, the big names that are getting new life are the Bronco and Maverick; we’ve also seen Lightning strike a second time as the name for the all-electric version of the F-150 pickup that’s coming to dealers near you in the next year or two. It appears the company may go to the well again.
Read more“I think we have the unique asset of having nameplates from the past that we can tap into to emotionalize our product and to tell stories no other brand can tell. There is opportunity with nameplates that you can really refresh and execute in the right way to distinguish yourself from others.”
- Murat Gueler, Ford of Europe Design Chief, to Autocar