Ford's New F-150 Adds Hands-Free Towing for Trailers Up To 10K Pounds

Ford is rolling out its 2027 F-150, and this refresh brings hands-free towing capability alongside an all-new Carhartt edition that has never existed before. BlueCruise with Towing lets drivers go without holding the wheel or looking away on more than 130,000 miles of compatible highways while hauling trailers up to 10,000 pounds. Greg Christensen, Ford's general manager of North America Trucks, told Fox Business that the update reflects exactly how people use their trucks every day, from moving work equipment to towing boats and campers on weekends.

"Towing is fundamental to our customers," Christensen said, noting that more than 75% of F-150 owners tow something regularly. The powertrain lineup gets a shakeup too. A new standard 3.0-liter EcoBoost V6 engine arrives, the 5.0-liter V8 returns to King Ranch and Platinum models, and Tremor and Raptor variants become more affordable so buyers get better access to off-road options. "We are really thinking about customers in that respect and affordability and accessibility," Christensen added.

The partnership with Michigan-based workwear brand Carhartt expands into the truck itself for the first time. Available on 4x4 XLT Crew Cab models, the package adds exclusive styling, interior accents inspired by Carhartt, a branded spray-in bedliner, and all-weather floor mats. "We couldn't be more excited about another iconic American brand partnering with us," Christensen said, highlighting the shared roots between the companies. Earlier this year, Ford and Carhartt announced a wider collaboration focused on what they call the essential economy. As part of that deal, they also launched a Ford Super Duty Carhartt truck, a Super Duty XLT pickup co-developed by both brands for the essential workers each has served for generations.