Lincoln RWD Crossover in the Works
Ford is working on a new rear-wheel drive model, but it won’t be a traditional sedan as many believed.
According to a recent report from The Truth About Cars, the long-awaited rear-wheel drive Lincoln model will be a crossover that will likely share its platform with the next-generation Explorer. The American automaker is looking to expand its presence in the ever-growing crossover segment but more importantly wants to capture more of the police vehicle market.
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The Ford Explorer Police Interceptor sales are up 52 percent year-to-date while the Taurus Interceptor sales are down seven percent, providing evidence that crossovers are gaining in popularity while the Taurus might not be long for the world. The appeal of a crossover with SUV utility and rear-wheel drive dynamics will offer a competitive alternative to the Chevrolet Tahoe while being more fuel efficient.
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[Source: TTAC]
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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 know Ford loves trucks and SUVs but what about a rwd Lincoln sedan? Lincoln needs to become one of the elite players again like it was before the 80s. The MKC and MKZ are decent offerings at this moment.