The truck's range fell about 25% when loaded to its maximum cargo rating. AAA tested the F-150 Lightning's towing capacity and found a significant impact on the electric pickup's range when it was fully loaded. AAA said the truck's range fell from 278 miles to 210 miles, a 24.5% difference, when hauling sandbags weighing 1,400 pounds — which is close to the truck's maximum towing capacity. Importantly, Ford's "intelligent range" feature can update range predictions using onboard sensors and driver-supplied trailer details. "The truck towing 3,500 pounds can't even go 100 miles," he said of the test.

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Persons: Greg Brannon, Tyler Hoover Organizations: AAA, EPA, AAA's Automotive Engineering, Ford