
That would give them the power to check for a quieter alternative, should they wish. The Lightning starts at 41,179 for the entry-level Pro model. With this feature built in, users would be able to see how busy a charging point was ahead of arriving. The 2022 F-150 Lightning is the second electric pickup truck to hit the market after the Rivian R1T went on sale late last year.

Queues can quickly stack up, and it makes the whole experience incredibly frustrating. The 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning Platinum that I have as a test vehicle is a pretty serious piece of equipment. I love EVs but one of my biggest gripes right now is the imbalance between public charging stations and the number of EV users looking for a place to charge.
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That means drivers will be able to see how many bays are available at a particular charging spot, and how many are currently being used.

One of the features of the new operating system brings information about charging availability to users in real-time. Plus, when iOS 17 hits devices soon, it should get even better. Standard models have a 12.0-inch touchscreen that grows to a massive 15.5 inches. That's really crucial, and could save you from running out of juice right at the wrong moment. The F-150 Lightning’s front trunk, or frunk, serves up weathertight storage where the engine would normally go.

What's more, if the system notices that the charge is too depleted to continue on the journey, it will also redirect you to the nearest available charging point. All of that information is digested to provide you with the best option for your journey. That includes things like elevation levels, driving speed and the speed of chargers available. It does that based on a series of factors which can affect the performance and efficiency of an electric vehicle.
