Two Ford F-150 Lightning Owners Reveal The Good & Bad!

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Meet Mike Gilbert and Jay Giordano. Two friends that just happen to own the same exact trucks which are both Lariat versions of the F-150 Lightning. Let's hand the mic's over to both of them to hear them discuss the pros, cons and real world livability of these vehicles.

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[EvgenyKashtanov]

As a Lightning owner, I 100% agree with the guys. Thanks!

[Mkg]

Great edit! Thanks for having me on again had a blast!

[charleshelvey]

2023 Lightning Lariat owner, 10K miles. I agree with them; one thing I'll say is that based on what several videos would imply is that you can write the Lightning off as far as towing. However, I have a 5000lb "couples" 26ft camper, and in western Virginia I have a large number of state parks and other camp grounds within the towing range (which works out to about 130 miles max). You don't have to worry about charging stations in this case, since the camp spots I rent have 14-50 outlets and I can fully charge on the portable charger overnight. Downside is that I can't run the A/C on the camper while charging the truck. I run A/C during the day, later at night when it is cooler I shut it off and start the truck charging.

[imtheonevanhalen]

2023 Lightning Pro owner. I've owned cars with maxed bling, and after a couple of weeks it's just a bangle, never actually used. I don't even use all of the extras that come with the Pro!

Fantastic vehicle, and you do not need a $10, 000 upgrade to power your home manually. I have a NEMA 14-50 in my garage for level 2 charging, and if you splice a pigtail for two of the Lightnings Pro power outlets into one NEMA-50 plug, you have 40 amps at 240 volts right back into your house AFTER flipping the 200 amp breaker to isolate the system...not automatic, but it works.

What you will realize when you own an EV, is that range, not speed is the goal....you will slow down, and you'll be safer to boot!!

[DerekMurawsky]

This was a great video. I've been thinking about a truck for a while now and this pushed me over the edge to an electric truck. It just makes a ton of sense for me and my small hobby homestead.

[joshmatlock]

It's all about charging....I have never had a trip where I wasn't ready to stop before the car was. I drove from Fairfield, CT to Lincoln, NH and was in the car for 4 hours and 8 minutes before my charging stop...I was ready to stop after 2 and a half hours. I have a model 3 LR so charging is never an issue. I can't wait for the all the other MFGr's to start using NACS.

[biztransitioncoach]

Guys - you hit all the points I share with others as to why I also love my Lightning. Yes, I've towed 8, 000 pounds - but only about 50 miles each way. I've carried sand, top soil, building supplies in the bed (not at the same time) and I didn't even notice it when I accelerated from a red light. The frunk has proven to have so many uses - and the low lip makes it much easier to load/unload heavy objects like suitcases. Dave - I think you should find a couple of F150 Lightnings wives to interview - if they're anything like mine they were highly skeptical at first, but have come around to absolutely love it! It's now my wife's vehicle of choice if she has to run errands over her beloved Mini Countryman.

[AUavr]

I love my Lightning. I’ve owned 2 previous f150s, the 5.0 and hybrid 3.5. The Lightning is my favorite and has been perfect for our suburban daily use.

[tmodeltrent]

I have owned my 2022 Lightning Lariat ER for about 2-1/2 months and 3000 miles, and I agree with the positive comments these two make about the truck. I traded a 2018 XLT with a 2.7L eco boost for mine. The only thing I lost in going from an ICE to an EV was the need to stop at a gas station. One thing that was not mentioned but that I really appreciate is the camera system. With the cameras I can get into some pretty tight parking places without much effort.

[brysonfry]

Great Video. Lightning owner here for 14 months, 22k miles, people just don’t know what they are missing out on. We need more videos like this Dave, helping normal truck people understand that its not hard to switch and its better in every way. I 100% agree with the guys that all the knocks on the lightning that people say are the 1% or less use cases that shouldn’t turn someone away from the Lightning.

[Longsnowsm]

The Lightning is one of the best choices in the EV truck space. Glad to see some non-Tesla content. The Lightning is on the radar.

[toomanytoyz]

I have a 2022 Lightning Extended Range Lariat. I have been driving trucks for close to 50 years. Chevy C-10's GMC's, F-150's and F-350's along with E150's and E350's. Gas and Diesel. My previous truck was a 2020 F-150 ecoboost. The Lightning is by far the best truck I have ever owned. We drive it everywhere. I could go on, but the best I can say is: Drive one and you'll never go back.

[ezpoppy]

Great video, Dave. Thanks for letting these guys carry the heavy load on their experience with their EVs (i.e., do nearly all the talking). Very informative users’ opinions.

Two take aways: 1) Yes, we need to move away from “range” anxiety. Once you have an EV, you realize that’s putting a lot of worry on something that’s a minor concern. It’s more “charger anxiety” these days. This will improve with time, as more and more charging stations get built and with the move to NACS. 2) Along the same line, I am far more focused, like these guys, on efficiency (how many Wh/mile is my Tesla M3 SR+ using) and what is the SOC percentage remaining. Those numbers are far more useful than a simple (and simplistic) “range” number in understanding how my vehicle is operating and knowing when I need to recharge. (Thanks to Kyle, I try to get into the single digit percentage SOC when I’m on the road!)

Last summer, I drove my Tesla from Sacramento CA to Louisville KY. It was such a fun and easy trip, even with my M3 trim, which is the cheapest, slowest charging, shortest range Tesla they make! Had zero worries, and zero issues (in all the charging stops I made there and back, I had ONE 5 minute wait - I’ve waited longer on hold and in line at the grocery store - and at the Costco gas line back in the bad old days of my ICE vehicle😂!)

Great video!

[sppeders]

crazy, i'm seeing a few of these Lariet Lightnings popping up for sale now with about 25, 000 miles for $45K. Huge hit for the first owner. Hopefully it doesn't detour people from buying them, as i like being a 2nd hand buyer.

[boxherold]

Dealers expect a $50, 000 truck to sell for $110, 000 and wonder why the demand isn't very high.

[MD-video-home]

What a terrific interview to not only put together in a lively, interesting way but more importantly, there’s just so much information that was relayed during the interview from all the parties that participated. Awesome job Dave

[pstoneking]

I believe most people that are disappointed with their lightnings are because they didn't properly research it prior to purchasing it. Many wouldn't have purchased it had the realized the charging infrastructure just isn't ready yet.

[CncObsession]

A very nice interview.
I am a 2020 MYP owner.
1. People generally think they drive much further than they really do. If their assessments are realistic the 2 vacations a year that require long distance travel (if they are lucky) could rent the ride of their dreams and still save.
2. Never heard you mention the ease of 1 footed driving. It is super convenient and 1 of the 1st things I thought wasnt needed til I experienced it.
3. Tesla is not as perfect as you imply.
I paid for FSD 3 years ago, I am in Beta and it is ok at best. Always defaults to the left lane even though most State laws dont allow it.
You mention Ford listens and there are ways to communicate? Are you sure they are listening? Is there a confirmation or acknowledgement from them?
Tesla has no such option that shows they listened or cared AND THERE ARE NO PHONE NUMBERS to speak to a human, even in an emergency.
The lack of maintenance is a big plus too.
I came from an M3 SMG and still enjoy my Tesla for its performance.

[panchodelranchoc]

I really like how fast they are ⚡️right out the line.

[WaldenTimes]

Interesting interview. We own a Lariat Lightning, 2022 also. We love the truck, and it fits every need we have. Great truck.