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CNET Roadshow Review: 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor Loves the Off-Road Environment; Feels Just as Home on Pavement

When Ford announced the second generation of its F-150 Raptor off-roading truck, its loyal following of fans were excited, and then apprehensive that the Raptor's powerful V8 was being replaced by a turbocharged V6. But the new 2017 F-150 Raptor has all the power it needs, and then some, to conquer the roughest, wildest terrain. Emme Hall, auto writer for CNET's Roadshow, has the review.

The new Raptor is powered by a 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 that cranks out 450 horsepower and 510 pound-feet of torque, which is paired with a remarkably smooth effective 10-speed automatic transmission...

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CNET Roadshow Auto Review: New 2017 Ford Fusion Hybrid Has Improved Infotainment, Driver Assist Systems

The 2017 Ford Fusion Hybrid has received an injection of new technology that improves the overall driver experience and makes it one of CNET Roadshow's top recommendations in the midsize hybrid sedan category. Ford's highly-rated Sync 3 infotainment system is now standard, and new driver assist functionality includes semi-autonomous parking and extended speed range for the adaptive cruise control.

The Fusion Hybrid is available in several flavors, ranging from the base Hybrid S that starts at $25,185 to the new Hybrid Platinum that comes in at $37,020...

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