Ford F-150 Retrax Tonneau Covers

The Ford F-150 is known for its versatility and power, and a Retrax tonneau cover complements that legacy with unmatched security and convenience. Whether you’re hauling tools for work or gear for weekend adventures, a retractable cover provides the ultimate protection while allowing full bed access when needed.

Crafted with premium aluminum and impact-resistant polycarbonate, Retrax covers are built to last. Their smooth operation, locking mechanism, and weatherproof design ensure that your cargo stays safe in any condition. Enhance the functionality and aesthetics of your F-150 with a sleek, durable Retrax tonneau cover.

History of Ford F150: Facts, Dates, Recognitions

• In 1997, Ford introduced the tenth generation of their F-series trucks. For this year and up, Ford decided to turn their F-150 into a vehicle for personal usage.
• The F-150 SVT Lighting returned to the Ford dealerships in 1999. It hasn’t been available for a while, and its return became a significant event in the American automotive life.
• Before 2000, the 10th-gen Ford F-150 was not available in silver exterior color.
• The 2001 Ford F-150 was the first truck in its segment that was available in 4-door body style. This was made for the convenience of both the driver and passengers.
• In 2002, the Ford F-150 Lightning was tested by Car and Driver magazine, and it accelerated from 0 to 60 mph in just 5.2 seconds.
• Ford manufactured 28.000 of SVT Lightnings between 1999 and 2003. The output of the new performance truck for these model years equaled to 360 hp.
• In 2004, the Ford F-150 debuted in its eleventh generation and was built on an all-new platform.
• Between 2005 and 2008, the Lincoln Mark RT was sold alongside with the F-150 and was a rebadged version of the Ford truck.
• In 2005, Ford added flex-fuel system for 3-valve 5.4 L engine for the model year of 2006.
• The 2-wheel drive Ford F-150 with the factory appearance package was introduced by Ford in 2007. The new trim level of the truck was marketed as the FX2 Sport package.
• In 2008, National Highway Safety Administration awarded the F-150 with 5-star rating (out of the 5 stars possible). The same year, Insurance Institute of Highway Safety awarded this truck with ‘Good’ rating after a series of tests.
• In 2009, the F-150 debuted in the 12th generation and was built on a new platform, that differed from the one that was previously used to build the truck.
• In 2010, Ford introduced the off-road edition of the F-150 truck, that was marketed as the SVT Raptor.
• As of 2011, Ford decided to introduce a fuel-effecient version of the F-150 truck by adding new 3.7 L naturally aspirated and turbocharged V6 engines, that was available along with the V8 one.
• In 2012, iSeeCars noted, that the F-Series trucks (including the F-150 and F-250) were in the list of the most long-lasting vehicles in accordance with the research they conducted.
• For 2013, Ford introduced F-150 with HID (xenon) headlights and new grilles that cosmetically differed from the predecessors.
• In 2014, Ford introduced a refreshed version of the Ford F-150 in STX trim level.
• In 2015, Ford unveiled the thirteenth generation of the F-150 trucks, which differed from the previous-gen version of the truck. For this year, Ford introduced all-aluminum construction, which means not only corrosion-resistance, but also less weight of the truck.
• As of 2016, Ford reported, that 85% of the F-150 trucks are made in the USA.
• In 2017, Ford mated the 10-speed automated transmission to a 3.5 L EcoBoost engine and introduced this new powertrain on the F-150 truck.
• In 2018, the F-150 in Crew Cab gained the Top Pick Safety Award.