On Saturday, September 21, 2024, the first Raptor Rally –– a one-day off-road experience ––took place.
A mix of nearly 300 F-150 Raptor, Bronco Raptor, and Ranger Raptor owners and guests gathered in Fairfield, Utah. Owners were there to get the most out of their vehicle, from high-speed runs and jumping them, to sessions with off-road and racing pros.
Discounts, 25MY News, and Announcements
In addition to offering attendees deals on performance items and accessories, Ford dropped racing team announcements, plus 2025 model year information for the Bronco Raptor: three colors added to the lineup.
The 2024 Bronco Raptor Colors
Currently offered on the Bronco Raptor:
Azure Gray ($995 upcharge)
Hot Pepper Red ($495 upcharge)
Cactus...
Ford has been heavily involved in the all-female off-road desert race known as the Rebelle Rally since 2020, when it secured an X-Cross class win in the then-new Ford Bronco Sport with a pair of rookies piloting the crossover. Since then, The Blue Oval has continued to enjoy tremendous success at the Rebelle Rally, and has also expanded the types – and number – of participating teams and vehicles in that same event over the years. Now, the automaker has announced yet another new team that will pilot the Ford Bronco Raptor at the 2024 Rebelle Rally.
This second Ford Bronco Raptor team – which will join Shelby Hall and her navigator, Rori Lewis, in the same vehicle – will feature the pairing of Laura Wanlass and Penny Dale, who will be...
DEARBORN, MI, August 29, 2024 – Ford engineers have delivered significant low-end torque and horsepower improvements to the 3.0-liter EcoBoost® engine in the Ranger Raptor and Bronco Raptor thanks to a new software calibration from Ford Performance Parts.
Ranger Raptor: Torque jumps from 430 to 536 lb.-ft., while horsepower increases from 405 to 455
Bronco Raptor: Torque increases from 440 to 536 lb.-ft. and horsepower climbs from 418 to 455
The upgrades are available for 2024 Ranger Raptor and 2022-2024 Bronco Raptors and allow for improved throttle response and an optimized shift schedule, resulting in a more powerful driving experience. The MSRP is listed at $825 and can be purchased using Ford Pass Rewards points.
Anyone who...
AUG 18, 2024 | By Ford Performance
The Ford Bronco lineup delivered a commanding performance at the 2024 Casey Folks Vegas to Reno race, with victories across multiple classes that highlight the strength and versatility of the Bronco platform and the Ford Performance commitment to pushing the boundaries of global off-road excellence.
From the purpose-built Bronco DR to the stock-class Bronco Raptor and 4600 Ford Bronco, the Best in the Desert race showcased how the Bronco’s off-road DNA translates seamlessly from the production line to the podium, and runs through every Bronco that Ford builds.
Bronco DR Secures Victory in Class 8000
Leading the charge was the Ford Bronco DR, piloted by Brad Lovell and Jason Hutter, which took...
The Ford Bronco DR, driven by Brad Lovell and Jason Hutter, will make its second competition appearance in the 2024 Casey Folks Vegas to Reno off-road race.
The Best in the Desert series competition is the longest U.S. off-road race, where Bronco will cover 550 miles of Nevada's toughest terrain.
Additional Bronco entries include Vaughn Gittin Jr. and Loren Healy competing with a stock class Bronco Raptor and Bailey Cole in his 4600 Ford Bronco.
LAS VEGAS, NEV., AUGUST 16, 2024 – The Ford Bronco DR is ready to shake things up in the desert, making its second competition appearance in the 2024 Best in the Desert series race Vegas to Reno. The one-day race will see off-road ace Brad Lovell splitting driving duties with Jason Hutter...
By Brett Foote
August 5, 2024
Back in May, The Blue Oval revealed a brand new post-purchase experience dubbed the Ford Raptor Rally, which is open to owners of the Ford Ranger Raptor, Ford Bronco Raptor, and Ford F-150 Raptor and will take place in Toole, Utah on September 21st. Registration for the Ford Raptor Rally opened up a couple of weeks later, though now, The Blue Oval has dropped the price required to participate.
Previously, Ford was charging $1,000 for the Ford Raptor Rally, which was good for the owner of one of those three vehicles, plus one guest, while additional guests could join for $200 each. At that time, Ford noted that these prices were actually going to rise in the coming months, but now, it has slashed...
Bronco Raptor Black Appearance Package joins Code Orange package, giving customers yet another way to pair extreme desert capability with style that only comes with a Bronco badge
The Bronco Raptor Black Appearance Package made its debut in front of 150 Bronco owners under an appropriately dark sky, during the April 8 total solar eclipse
The Black Appearance Package’s new style details come with the same capability that’s made Bronco Raptor a Baja 1000 winner
AUSTIN, Texas, April 8, 2024 – Under dramatically darkened skies, and in front of owners at the Bronco Off-Roadeo Texas, Ford introduced the 2024 Bronco Raptor Black Appearance Package. A mix of Shadow and Matte black exterior features, the new option package gives the Bronco...
Bronco and Bronco Sport customers can sign up for a limited availability, special viewing opportunity to experience the total solar eclipse on April 8 at Bronco Off-Roadeo, near the center point for the best viewing as the eclipse passes over Texas
Two nights of camping costs $1,995* for up to four people and includes 5 meals, with 60 guided Bronco Off-Roadeo trail drive slots available to campers on a first-come, first-served basis. Day of adventure costs $595* for up to four people and includes two meals
Ford to also debut new Bronco Raptor Blackout Package immediately following the total solar eclipse
DEARBORN, Mich., Feb. 28, 2024 – With hotel rooms virtually sold out, Ford is offering Bronco and Bronco Sport customers a special...
It was awesome. Great trail rides, racing and crazy night activities. Also, all kinds of vendors and events. I am pretty sure I will be back next year. Getting my windshield fixed tomorrow. Got a stone hit and crack. All good. A guy went speeding by me on the flats and I naturally hit it too and next thing you know........pow...haha. Lots of great trials fast and dusty or slow and rocky.
The beast
Some friendly racers. They love the Raptor
Night time at Chocolate Thunder. Everyone trying to get up the mountain. Fireworks, tunes and craziness.
The view from Chocolate Thunder. This is not a town. This is everyone convening in the desert for KOH. There is usually nothing there.
This is a place called the Back Door. The night...