2016 Ford Super Duty Burns in Spectacular Fashion During Testing
Proving just how hard Ford pushes its big trucks, a 2016 Super Duty prototype has caught on fire, exploded and burnt to ashes during testing.
According to the spy photographers at the scene, the Ford Super Duty caught fire, burned, exploded multiple times, melted and ultimately was destroyed. Luckily both engineers inside the pickup are safe and no one was injured in the fire. The cause of the fire is under investigation but appears to have ignited by the front driver-side wheel well. The photographers also mentioned that the entire truck was destroyed in about 21 minutes.
SEE ALSO: Next-Gen Ford Super Duty Trucks to Use Aluminum
The prototype was being tested in extreme heat and in a way, did its job as they’re made to fail. One thing is for sure, the next-generation Super Duty will use plenty of aluminum as evident in the aftermath of the photos.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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I bought a "Superduty" because is WAS heavy. Why do I want a lighter truck??? Buy a Chevy luv for cripes sake. I'm keeping my 2008 F250.....no new ones for me....
Just for the record, this is not a production vehicle, it is in testing. Unlike Dodge trucks that have been in production for a while. So while you Dodgy Cummins fan boys think you are all that and a slice of bread, read the following. http://money.cnn.com/2014/10/29/autos/dodge-ram-pickup-recall/index.html?iid=EL