Widely regarded as one of the best-selling trucks for several years, the Ford F-150 is due to receive new upgrades. Ford said that the company will unveil the new 2018 Ford F-150 at the Detroit Auto Show.

Despite the controversy that wrapped Ford's decision to use aluminum-alloy for the truck's body, it would appear that Ford will continue to use this material for the 2018 F-150, according to Slash Gear. The new F-150 will sport an overhauled front and rear design. Two new engine variants are expected to be added, including a new turbo-diesel model. Ford promised that upgrades in terms of technology options are also up.

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All F-150 models, from the XL up to the Limited models, will sport new grilles, front bumpers, and headlamps. The Lariat F-150 Sport Package is expected to get a twin bar finish maintaining the same body color.

Under the hood, the 2018 Ford F-150 lineup will get new engine variants. The new standard engine is a 3.3-liter V6 packed with direct injection technology, according to Digital Trends. The engine is capable of outputting up to 282 horsepower, as well as 253 pound-feet worth of toque.

The popular turbocharged EcoBoost engine will retain its 2.7-liter displacement. However, the new engine is expected to have improvements in terms of power output and efficiency. The gas 5.0-liter V8 engine is also expected to receive upgrades in the same category.

On the tech side, Ford's SYNC and SYNC 3 features along with the FordPass infotainment systems are optional. All new Ford F-150s are expected to support both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. New safety features are added with some of existing ones improved.

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