Reports have surfaced that confirm the next-gen Ford F-150 Lightning Extended Range Electric Vehicle (EREV) will be offered in Australia, with local remanufacturer AusEV targeting a right-hand-drive launch in 2027.

As with the current Lightning, the new model will not be a Ford Australia factory-backed conversion. Instead, vehicles will be sourced from the US in left-hand drive and remanufactured locally by Brisbane-based AusEV before being released to the Australian market.

As reported in December last year, the headline change is the move away from a battery-only drivetrain. The upcoming Lightning EREV will continue to use electric motors to drive the wheels, but pairs them with a smaller battery and a petrol engine that operates solely as a generator. The engine does not provide mechanical drive, instead topping up the battery during operation and reducing dependence on charging infrastructure.

Ford is yet to publish full production specifications, but has stated the EREV will deliver a combined driving range of more than 1125km under US EPA testing, factoring in both electric operation and generator-assisted running. That figure is a substantial increase over the existing Lightning EV, which is rated between 386km and 515km depending on configuration.

AusEV has also confirmed that despite US production of the current Lightning EV wrapping up in late 2025, it has sufficient inventory to continue supplying Australian customers until the EREV model becomes available.

Never officially offered by Ford Australia, the current F-150 Lightning runs dual electric motors with all-wheel drive, delivering up to 433kW and 1050Nm. Extended-range models are rated at around 515km under EPA testing, with payload quoted at up to 907kg and towing capacity reaching 4536kg when optioned with the Max Trailer Tow package. It also features Pro Power Onboard and supports DC fast-charging at up to roughly 150kW.

Key features are expected to carry over, including bi-directional charging and vehicle-to-load capability, allowing the Lightning to power tools, appliances and campsite equipment – a feature that has resonated with both trade and touring buyers.

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