Ford Juices Up Maverick, F-150 Raptor R for SEMA Show
The 2025 SEMA Show is officially underway. From now until Friday, automakers, tuners, parts and accessory suppliers, and many others will be turning heads in Las Vegas and beyond.
We've already shown you some of the special builds that were developed for the event. This time, let's take a look at Ford, which has two unique pickup trucks with a serious dose of muscle and attitude.
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Ford Maverick 300T
How do you make the little Maverick truly eye-catching and exciting? A number of enthusiasts have taken matters into their own hands, but the company itself isn't about to be outdone. The Maverick 300T project cranks up the 2.0-litre EcoBoost engine to 300 horsepower and 317 lb-ft of torque—using the Mustang EcoBoost’s turbocharger—in addition to adding a high-performance Mishimoto intercooler and a new Borla sport exhaust system producing a more aggressive sound.
Such a performance boost naturally requires the addition of the 4K towing package with its improved drive and cooling systems. Meanwhile, the suspension has been reworked with upgraded shocks and a larger stabilizer bar from the Maverick Lobo to lower the truck and help improve handling.
The Maverick 300T further stands out with an Air Design front spoiler, 20-inch wheels borrowed from the Mustang Mach-E GT, an exclusive graphics package and Ford Performance fender vents, among other features.
Ford F-150 Raptor R 900 Hp
For those who find that the F-150 Raptor R somehow lacks brawn despite its 720 horsepower (are there any?), Ford has the answer. By adding a new 3.0-litre Whipple supercharger to the 5.2-litre V8 of its fearsome off-road pickup, the automaker has managed to increase output to more than 900 horsepower.
"We wanted to create a blueprint for the ultimate factory-backed Raptor, combining immense power with the rugged capability that the name implies,” said Matt Simpson, Executive Director of Accessories and Personalization. “This is for the enthusiast who looks at the F-150 Raptor R and says, 'How can we take it further?’”
It’s not just a supercharger upgrade, mind you. Appearance upgrades include a gloss carbon fibre appearance package and Borla extreme cat-back exhaust with black chrome tips. Also, in order to conquer the darkest trails, the truck has been outfitted with a full suite of RIGID lighting including a hood hinge-mounted kit, an off-road driving light upgrade and white underbody rock lights. Rugged METHOD Black wheels complete the exterior.
Similar to the Maverick 300T, this 900-horsepower F-150 Raptor is not intended for sale, but it has been developed to meet all of Ford's quality and durability standards. Furthermore, it would be legal in all 50 U.S. states and would come with Ford Performance Parts' 3-year/36,000-mile warranty.