2027 Ford F-150 Could See Major Engine Lineup Changes
Leaked dealer order guides indicate Ford may make significant changes to the F-150 engine lineup for the 2027 model year. The current 2.7-liter EcoBoost V6 is expected to be replaced by a 3.0-liter EcoBoost as the standard engine on XL, STX, XLT, and Lariat trims. The new engine could offer more than 400 horsepower and around 440 lb-ft of torque, compared with 325 horsepower and 400 lb-ft from the outgoing 2.7-liter.
Ford also appears to be expanding availability of the 5.0-liter V8, including bringing it back to King Ranch and Platinum trims. The 3.5-liter EcoBoost and PowerBoost hybrid are expected to remain available. For fleets, the change could provide stronger performance and more powertrain choices, but acquisition costs, fuel economy, maintenance, and long-term reliability will be important considerations when comparing MY27 with the outgoing MY26 F-150. Ford has not officially confirmed the changes, so final specifications and pricing should be monitored as MY27 ordering approaches.
Volvo Adjusts U.S. Strategy With Greater Focus on Hybrids
Volvo is streamlining its U.S. lineup around higher-volume gasoline and hybrid crossovers while taking a more measured approach to full electrification. Higher tariffs on European-built vehicles, the loss of federal EV tax credits, and slower-than-expected EV adoption have contributed to the shift. Volvo has already discontinued several imported sedans and wagons and plans to drop the EX30 from the U.S. after the 2026 model year.
Canadian Auto Sales Show Signs of Recovery
Canadian new-vehicle sales posted a second consecutive month of year-over-year growth in July, suggesting the market may be beginning to stabilize. An estimated 173,000 vehicles were sold, up 0.5% from July 2025 and representing the strongest July since 2019. The SAAR improved to 1.9 million units, its highest level since February. Industry forecasts have also improved, with 2026 sales now projected at approximately 1.89 million units.