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Ford Ranger unanimous pick for International Pick-Up 2013 award






Posted Nov 11th 2012 6:02PM





Believe it or not, the full-size pickup trucks that dominate the North American market don't find much favor in other corners of the globe. Elsewhere, powerful mid-sized trucks rule the work site, and the judges behind the 2013 International Pick-Up Award are cognizant of that. They awarded the 2013 Ford Ranger the honor with a unanimous vote. The truck earned praise for its on-road manners and off-road prowess, as well as its towing and payload capacities.

Judges evaluated entries at the Millbrook Proving Ground in Bedfordshire, and the Ranger managed to take home more points than the next two finishers combined. The Isuzu D-Max took the silver, leaving bronze to the Volkswagen Amarok. So far this year, Ford has won three international awards, including Van of the Year for its Transit Custom and Engine of the Year for the 1.0-liter Ecoboost. Check the full press release below for more information.

Damnation and a hex on Ford. No Rangers here any more. I Bought a new 1989 with 4cyl petrol engine and 5spd manual trans. 17 years use with only routine maintenance. Rusted out from underneath from Ohio's road salt. Wish I could get a new one.

Les