Ford has upgraded the F-150 Raptor for the 2019MY,
but don’t expect any significant visual mods, because that’s not the case here.
Instead, what they did was work together with FOX to come up with new shocks
that feature electronically-controlled Live Valve technology. The latter
adjusts damping in real-time by using sensors in the suspension and body, which
maximizes comfort, handling and bottom-out resistance.
The Live Valve suspension technology is paired with
the Ford F-150 Raptor’s Terrain Management System. Besides the aforementioned
improvements, it also allows the potent truck to drive on challenging terrains
at higher speeds than before.
But it’s not all about speed and when it comes to
the 2019 Ford F-150 Raptor, because it also gets a new Trail Control. The
function works pretty much like cruise control for low-speed, rugged terrain,
and adjusts the power and braking to each individual wheel. Thus, it allows
drivers to focus on steering. The system can be activated at speeds between 1
and 20 mph, and it depends on driveline position, as the manufacturer
says.
Keeping front occupants firmly in place are the
enhanced sport seats. Made by Recaro, they provide good side support and come
with blue Alcantara inserts and contrast stitching, inspired by the Ford GT
supercar.
Finally, the Michigan-based automaker offers new
colors for the 2019 F-150 Raptor. These are called Ford Performance Blue,
Velocity Blue and Agate Black, and are joined by an enhanced rear appliqué and
new wheels.
Production of the high-performance pickup truck will
commence at the Dearborn plant, and the vehicle will go on sale in Q4 this
year.
