Who says you can’t teach an old dog new tricks? In 1993, the newly re-formed SVT performance department within Ford proved that adage to be incorrect. The Ford F-150 SVT Lightning hit the automotive scene, simultaneously showing the world what a full-size sports truck should be and creating a legend for generations to come. The original Ford Lightning truck has a basic recipe for high-octane performance, while the latest generation, the 2025 Ford F-150 Lightning, offers even more power from an all-electric drivetrain. Learn what makes the first-gen SVT Lightning a truck worth remembering, and a significant piece of collectible automotive history.
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