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8-04-20 Tech Talk

~ Recorded Live from KOWS FM 92.5 ~

Right-sized for those buyers who want the convenience of an SUV with the versatility of compact truck, the 2020 Ford Ranger Super Crew proves to Tech Talk commentator Rick DeMeis that it is indeed a welcome addition to the Ford family of pickups, delivering both comfort and capability. Listen in to the full podcast for more details.
Other news on tap this week includes a virtual road rally hosted by the New England Motor Press Association, an electric version of the classic AC Cobra, a SpaceX update, plastic eating crustaceans, Airbus auto-pilot testing and a Mach 3 airliner.

Rick's Tech Talk a weekly feature on KOWS 92.5 FM radio Newtopian Dream program hosted by RT Newt.

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Ride of the Week:

2020 Ford Ranger Super Crew 4×4

photos above by Gerry Miles for NEMPA Ragtop Road Rally 2020

Features Of The Ford Ranger Super Crew As Tested

  • 2.3-liter EcoBoost® Engine
  • 270 horsepower / 310 lb.-ft. of Torque
  • 10-speed Automatic Transmisssion
  • 4×4 Four Wheel Drive – Selectable
  • 7500-pound Towing Capability
  • 20 City / 24 Highway / 22 Combined MPG
  • 4-star Safety Rating
  • Pre-Collision Assist w/ Automatic Emergency Braking
  • Blind Spot Information Sys. w/ Cross Traffic Alert
  • Lane Keeping System  
  • FX4 Off-Road Package
  • Auto Start-Stop Technology
  • $46,910 MSRP as driven

photos above courtesy of Ford Motor Company

“Anchored by a high-strength steel frame and powered by a 2.3-liter EcoBoost® boasting 270 horsepower and 310 lb.-ft. of torque paired to an efficient 10-speed automatic, the all-new Ranger is available in either SuperCab or SuperCrew configuration. It can be optioned with 4×2 or 4×4, and comes in three trim levels – XL, XLT and Lariat. Stylish Black, classic Chrome and slick Sport Appearance Packages are available.” ~ Ford Media


In Other Automotive News

NEMPA Ragtop Road Rally


Electric AC Cobra

Photo courtesy of AC Cars (England) Ltd.


Musk Minute

SpaceX Crew Dragon Returns


More Tech News

Crustaceans Transform Plastic Into Nano Particles


Airbus Tests Autonomous Pilot Takeoff & Landing


Virgin Galactic Announces Design For Mach 3 Supersonic Airliner

Photo Courtesy of Virgin Galactic


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