Report: Ford F-150 SVT Raptor Named Truck of Texas by Texas Auto Writers Association

[Administrator]

Each year the Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA) gives out accolades to vehicles in different classes, but none carry the quite the prestigious honor as the “Truck of Texas” title. For 2010 TAWA has awarded the Ford F-150 SVT Raptor as the “Truck of Texas,” making this the seventh year in a row that a Ford has won the top truck award.

"Winning the Truck of Texas is a distinct honor," said Mark Fields, president, The Americas, Ford Motor Company. "Texans know their trucks, and this award is further proof of why the F-150 remains America's number-one selling pickup. We built F-150 SVT Raptor for truck enthusiasts. And we're gratified it's gaining recognition for both its unequaled off-road performance and confidence-inspiring on-road demeanor."

The F-150 SVT Raptor gets big fender flares, FOX Racing Shox with 11.2-inches of front suspension travel and 12.1-inches of rear suspension travel, as well as 35-inch BFGoodrich tires. A 5.4-liter V8 engine with 320-hp and 390 ft-lbs of torque is currently offered and Ford plans to make a 6.2-liter V8 with 400-hp and 400 ft-lbs of torque available.

But what really makes the Raptor so amazing is that as off-road capable as it is, you can actually use it for normal daily driving.

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[03dieselman]

Cool trucks love their front clip. Anyone else feel like test driving one in 6.2l? I do!

[Gator0175]

I saw one of these in front of me yesterday and man it looked good, not as good as mine but still good

[Rob]

we have one at a local dealer that looks just like that one.. nice trucks, but not to crazy about that particular paint scheme.

[TwinTurboStroker]

Originally Posted by Rob

we have one at a local dealer that looks just like that one.. nice trucks, but not to crazy about that particular paint scheme.

You don't have to get it with that graphic

[mrenn]

to bad it doesnt have a small diesel motor like the 4.4L they've been talking about,get more torque and mpg.

[TwinTurboStroker]

Originally Posted by mrenn

to bad it doesnt have a small diesel motor like the 4.4L they've been talking about,get more torque and mpg.

It would be too heavy to baja run, but it would be great for rock crawling