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2026 Ford F-150 Performance Specs: Four Powertrains Built for Real Work

September 30th, 2026 by

  The 2026 Ford F-150 arrives with four distinct powertrains, giving southern Illinois buyers a range from the turbocharged 2.7L EcoBoost V6 to the 3.5L PowerBoost Full Hybrid producing 430 horsepower and 570 lb-ft of torque. Each engine is calibrated for a different version of capability, whether that means hauling equipment along Route 3 or…

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2026 Ford F-150 Safety Features: What Ford Co-Pilot360 Delivers on Every Trim

September 30th, 2026 by
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  The 2026 Ford F-150 is built to work, and Ford Co-Pilot360 is built to protect the driver doing it. Active safety technology that once came only in premium packages now arrives as standard equipment across the F-150 lineup, from forward collision warning to blind spot monitoring. Whether you’re merging onto US-61 south of Waterloo…

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2026 Ford Bronco Interior: Built for the Trail and the Daily Drive

September 3rd, 2026 by
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  The 2026 Ford Bronco comes in 2-door and 4-door body styles, and the interior is built to survive whatever you throw at it. Removable doors and roof panels, washable floors with built-in drains, and available marine-grade vinyl seating mean this cabin is engineered for mud and trail dust, not just grocery runs. Whether you’re…

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Best Place to Buy a Ford Roush Truck in Southern Illinois

September 3rd, 2026 by
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  Sunset Ford Waterloo is an authorized ROUSH Performance dealer, carrying both the supercharged ROUSH F-150 and the ROUSH Super Duty, which is why it’s the best place to buy a Ford Roush truck in Southern Illinois. A Roush truck isn’t a trim level or a factory option; it starts as a stock Ford and…

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2026 Ford Bronco Maintenance Schedule: Tips for Staying Trail-Ready

September 3rd, 2026 by
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  Illinois winters and gravel backroads around Waterloo put real wear on a vehicle, and the 2026 Ford Bronco is built to handle both while still needing consistent care to hold up long term. Following the recommended 2026 Ford Bronco maintenance schedule protects your factory warranty and keeps the 4×4 hardware and EcoBoost engine performing…

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2026 Ford F-150 Interior: The Right Cab for Every Job

September 1st, 2026 by
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  The 2026 Ford F-150 comes in three cab sizes, Regular Cab, SuperCab, and SuperCrew, so the right interior for a solo job-site run looks nothing like the right interior for a family hauling gear across the Waterloo countryside. Whichever cab you choose, Ford builds the F-150 cabin to work as hard as the bed…

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2026 Ford F-150 Price Breakdown: Trim MSRP and Utility Value in Waterloo

August 10th, 2026 by
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  For generations, truck owners across Southern Illinois have relied on the Ford F-150 to manage demanding jobsites, tow heavy equipment, and tackle routine family traveling. With the arrival of the 2026 Ford F-150, regional drivers are evaluating how the updated baseline pricing structure and trim configurations align with their specific workloads and financial plans….

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Where to Buy a Shelby Truck in Southern Illinois

August 10th, 2026 by
Where to Buy a Shelby Truck in Southern Illinois

  If you’re searching for a Shelby truck in southern Illinois, Sunset Ford Waterloo carries Shelby-converted F-150s right in Monroe County, no trip across the river into St. Louis required. View Our Inventory   What Makes a Shelby Truck Different Shelby American has partnered with Ford for decades, taking the standard F-150 platform and building…

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2026 Ford F-150 Trim Levels: Which One Fits Your Drive in Waterloo?

July 29th, 2026 by
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  The 2026 Ford F-150 arrives at Sunset Ford Waterloo with eight distinct trim levels spanning everything from a capable work truck to a luxury pickup that competes with the best in its class. New for 2026, the lineup adds the street-focused STX Lobo package and brings rear-wheel drive standard to several premium trims, making…

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2026 Ford Bronco Performance Specs: Three EcoBoost Engines and Standard 4WD

July 29th, 2026 by
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The 2026 Ford Bronco arrives at Sunset Ford Waterloo with three turbocharged EcoBoost engines, a rare 7-speed manual option, and standard four-wheel drive on every trim. Whether you’re merging onto I-255 heading toward St. Louis or pointing toward the trails of Shawnee National Forest, this body-on-frame SUV is built for both worlds. Here is what…

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