GOING BACK TO TESLA? LIVING WITH AN F-150 LIGHTNING: MY REAL OWNER REVIEW

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This comprehensive owner review of the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Lariat Extended Range highlights the truck's strengths and weaknesses after 15,000 miles. The reviewer praises its comfortable ride, quiet cabin, ample storage (especially the Mega Power Frunk), Pro Power Onboard functionality, and excellent battery health (98% SOH). The truck's ability to function like a gas F-150 is seen as a pro for traditional truck buyers, and its CarPlay integration is noted as one of the better implementations. However, significant cons include mediocre software and app performance, a lack of Supercharger integration in the native navigation, fragmented update systems, and slow charging times (38-42 minutes for 10-80%). The reviewer also points out issues with seat comfort, road trip costs, winter efficiency, and the phone-as-a-key system. Ultimately, while the Lightning is considered a good overall package and the best F-150 variant for daily use, its shortcomings, particularly in software and charging, prevent it from being class-leading, and the discontinuation of the platform raises questions about Ford's EV strategy.