by Gabrielle DeSantis

What’s newer than a new Ford Bronco? How about what is just around the Bronco corner? Like the 2023 Bronco Raptor/Warthog? We don’t know what Ford will be calling it, but you get the picture with “Raptor” in the name.

Is it Ford Bronco Raptor or Warthog?

This Bronco Raptor or Warthog will be a more serious off-roader, with bits from the larger F-150 Raptor sprinkled around. That will be amazing. But will it be more desert scrambler like its Wildtrak moniker? Or will it cater to the rock crawling crowd like the Badlands trim? It might be both in one Bronco package.

That’s what the folks at Road & Track say. It looks like the Raptor version will also have a Warthog option that is more off-road capable. The standard Raptor playbook of widebody and more lift have been evident in covered mules we’ve seen images of. What’s just as apparent are the orange Fox Racing dampers standing out.

Those also happen to be F-150 Raptor items. Skid plates have also been spied, along with 37-inch BF Goodrich tires. These also match the F-150 Raptor rolling stock. It is expected that 35-inch rollers will be standard Raptor fare. 

The Bronco Raptor or Warthog will get a traditional Ford truck grille

Bronco6G has spotted a different fascia that looks more like the traditional Ford F-150 grille. “Ford” will be prominently displayed, and rightly so. The front bumper has also been seen that is abbreviated for more ground clearance. 

Under the hood two EcoBoost engines will be available. The standard-issue will be a 300 hp 2.3-liter four, while a 330 hp 2.7-liter V6 will be an option. What, no V8? Just hold on. 

It should be noted that the 3.0-liter V6 is all-new and in the works for the Bronco. It is currently found in the Explorer ST and Lincoln Aviator. This engine would punch out 400 hp and 415 lb-ft of torque. Then there’s the hybrid version.

With almost 500 hp and 630 lb-ft of torque the V6 hybrid will be the top engine

It will have almost 500 hp and 630 lb-ft of torque. While this is a certain amount of speculation, it makes sense as Ford moves further into electrification. Any and all engine variants are hooked to the 10-speed automatic transmission. 

And now for the bad news; pricing. Keep in mind that the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 has a price tag of $73,500. So the speculated $66,000 or so looks OK. Of course, the Rubicon 392 has that massive Hemi engine. 

However, a 500 hp Bronco Raptor or Warthog could make one think twice about plunking down an additional $7,000 or $8,000 for two more holes. And just like a Jeep isn’t a Bronco, a Bronco isn’t a Jeep. But either way, if the microchip fiasco doesn’t push all of this off a few years, the immediate future for off-roading warriors looks promising. 

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by Gabrielle DeSantis

Trips to the gas station aren’t exactly fun, so it’s tempting to put off refilling your car. It doesn’t seem like a big deal, after all. The gas light is more of a suggestion, and everyone knows you have a few miles before you have to refuel. Right? Actually, no. There are several reasons why it’s a bad idea to wait till the last moment to fill up. It’s better to know what your vehicle’s fuel economy is and fill up before your car hits empty.

Here are the reasons why you should fill up sooner rather than later.

How far can your car go on empty?

Well, that depends on your vehicle. Some cars are designed to go farther than others without fuel, especially hybrids. But if you’re in a traditional gas-powered vehicle, most models can go 30 to 50 miles before completely running out of fuel. 

For example, the Chevy Silverado can travel about 33 miles after the gas light comes on. Smaller cars, like the Volkswagen Jetta, can go 43 miles. And the Toyota Corolla can continue cruising for 47 miles, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

It’s important to note that these numbers are for newer vehicles. If you have an older car, these numbers will be much lower.

But the above estimates might come as a relief to anyone who often waits until the gas light comes on before filling up. Is that really a good idea, though?

Will driving on empty damage your car?

Just because you can do something doesn’t mean you should. There are many reasons why you shouldn’t wait until the gas light comes on, especially if you do it habitually. 

“When you’re running low on gas, it’s best not to push your luck,” Neil Hoff, a refined fuels specialist, told the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. “Stopping to fill up before your gas gauge hits ‘E’ could save you stress, damage to your car, and time spent on the side of the road.” 

So, what sort of damage could happen to your car? According to Hoff, there are dirt and contaminants in your fuel tank. When you allow your vehicle to run on empty, those contaminants can become suspended in the fuel and block the fuel filter. 

Another risk to your vehicle is when the gas gets too low, the fuel filter is no longer covered with gas. This can cause it to overheat. There’s also a risk of affecting the power steering and brakes or water in the fuel tank. All of this can lead to expensive repairs that you could’ve easily prevented with a quick stop at a gas station.

Other risks of driving on empty

Another risk you take when running on empty is getting stranded. Anyone who has ever been stuck on the side of the road can testify it’s not an experience they want to repeat. 

Getting stranded can be especially dangerous on busy roads. Plus, it’s scary to be alone in an unfamiliar area with no cell service. Though most cellular providers would have you believe their towers are so numerous you could go anywhere and still get a signal, dead zones still exist.

So to avoid lugging a gas can several miles or endangering yourself by flagging down a stranger, keep your gas tank filled up. And try not to let it drop below a quarter-tank to avoid damaging your car.

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