Episode 1: How to Reverse a Trailer
The secret to successfully reversing in a straight line is using your side mirrors and this one simple trick.
Ford Ranger 4x4 Tips: How To Reverse A Trailer, Secure A Load & More
Ranger Life Hacks
Watch as our Australian-based engineers along with our adventure enthusiasts show you the real potential that can be achieved with a Ranger and, more importantly, where it can take you.
Episode 2: How to use Hill Descent Control
Would you descend a steep hill without your foot on the brake? Watch Ranger’s Hill Descent Control at work.
Episode 3: How to Load a Trail Bike
It’s surprising what you can get into the back of a Ranger once you know the best approach.
Episode 4: How to Cross a River
The Ranger’s 800mm wading depth is impressive, but you also need to create a bow wave to safely cross a river.
Episode 5: How to Travel with a Dog
It’s okay to have a dog travel in the tray of your Ranger, as long as it’s properly secured. Here’s how.
Episode 6: How to Hitch a Trailer
Using the Ranger’s rear-view camera can help make hooking up a trailer faster and easier.
Episode 7: How to Secure a Load
Learn the simple principles of safely securing a load in the back of your Ranger.
Leading Ideas
When is an idea, not just another idea? Watch our Australian-based engineers present the cutting-edge technology they’ve developed for the Ford Ranger.
Episode 1 – Autonomous Emergency Braking
Even with your eyes on the road, anything can happen. But Pre-Collision Assist can help.
Episode 2 – Fox Shocks
The Ranger Raptor’s Fox 2.5 Shocks provide the ideal balance between rough and smooth.
Episode 3 – Bi-Turbo
The Ranger’s new Bi-Turbo engine extracts maximum performance at both high and low RPM.
Episode 4 – Active Park Assist
Most people probably don’t know just how clever Active Park Assist is.
Episode 5 – Gearbox
Ten gears means better power management and fuel economy.
Episode 6 – Noise-Cancelling*
We’re always thinking about noise at Ford, and how to reduce it.
*Active Noise Control standard on Ranger Double Cabs optioned with the Bi-Turbo engine.
Episode 7 – Tough Engine
The new Bi-Turbo engine available on Ranger has been engineered to go the distance.
Episode 8 – Tailgate
We wanted to find a way to make opening and closing the Ranger tailgate easier.
The Science of Truck - Watch all episodes
EPISODE 1 : HEAVY DROP
We punish the Ranger, dropping heavy duty payloads from a crane to test its suspension strength.
EPISODE 2 : TOUGH TOWING
Ranger vs. rock quarry. This is a hard-hitting test of torque, towing and off-road capability.
EPISODE 3 : DEEP WATER
We throw the Ranger in the deep end, parking it for two hours in up to 800 mm of waterranger seat
EPISODE 4 : 24HR ENDURANCE
Our engineers challenge the Ranger in extreme jungle conditions for 24 hours straight.
EPISODE 5 : RANGER-FUGE
4.65Gs of opposing forces threaten to rip the Ranger apart in this dizzying test of frame strength.
EPISODE 6 : BACK IT UP
Watch the Ranger defy gravity as it conquers a staggering 27-degree, off-road incline.
EPISODE 7 : AIRMAIL
Slalom course meets drop zone. See how the Ranger’s network of sensors enables its next-level adaptive handling capabilities.
Smart Everywhere
City Smarts
Auto Start-Stop, Pre Collision Assist, Active Park Assist
Highway Assistance
Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keep Assist, Auto High Beam
Off-Road Tech
Terrain Management System, Hill Descent Control, Locking Diff
