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According to the California Wolf Center, “In 1980, the Northern Rocky Mountain Wolf Recovery Team initiated wolf population recovery efforts in the northern Rockies of Montana, Idaho, and Wyoming. As a result of these efforts … the wolf population of Montana is now on the rise.” The wolf population within Ford is also increasing because the 2025 F-150 is the newest addition to the Lobo street truck lineup that started last year with the Maverick.

Based on the F-150 STX SuperCrew, the Lobo is available in Agate Black Metallic, Atlas Blue Metallic, Carbonized Gray, Oxford White, or Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat. Up front, a cowl hood with black vents, special upper grille with light bar, and glossy black mesh lower grille make sure the Lobo stands out from the pack of other F-150s.

Upgraded taillights and black dual exhaust outlets do the same at the rear. A two-inch rear suspension drop and a 10-piece ground effects kit physically and visually bring the Lobo closer to its 22-inch gloss-black wheels and the ground below.

Lobo, Spanish for wolf, has been the name for the Ford F-150 in Mexico since 1997. Given the visuals such a name brings to mind, Ford needed to pair its newest street truck with the right engine, something with a growl. That explains why Ford chose the 5.0-liter V8, which has 400 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque. An upgraded two-speed automatic four-wheel drive system and a 3.73:1 locking rear end help the Lobo rip into the road.

By itself, the Lobo package is $4,695. When Ford dealers get 2025 F-150 Lobos in its showrooms this fall, it will cost you at least $57,800 (plus another $2,195 for destination and delivery) to take one (a.k.a. a lone wolf) home with you.

Founded in 1899, Packard became a powerhouse in the luxury car market in the early part of the 20^th century. The company sold cars in 61 countries as of about 1928. Its president and General Manager, James Macauley, was understandably proud of what the brand had become. Advertisements featured the tagline, “Ask the Man Who Owns One.”

While a sexist phrase like that would never fly in today’s automotive media, it did convey the sense of self-image and dignity that Packard salespeople were going for. And who could blame them? The cars were indeed gorgeous.

Featured on AutoHunter is this 1940 Packard Custom Super Eight 180 Sedan. The car is being sold by a dealer in Fort Smith, Arkansas, and the auction will end Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. PDT.

The car’s profile screams sophistication—especially in an elegant black paint job—thanks to its prominent hood ornament, sidemounts, and suicide doors. The listing says that the car was restored in 2018, at which time the chrome trim was also replated. The fold-down luggage rack at the rear is a handy feature—not that the car was lacking for space inside the cabin.

The Custom Super Eight, after all, was the large flagship of the Packard lineup, taking the place of the outgoing V12-powered Packard Twelve. Packard prided itself in luxury, offering a smooth ride even on unimproved roads. “Your ride is almost as comfortable as though you were on new concrete—for which miracle you can thank Packard’s improved Safe-T-fleX suspension, the finest yet developed and the envy of the automotive industry.” 

Power comes from a 356ci L-head straight-eight that was rated at 160 horsepower. The engine is fed via a single downdraft carburetor, and the listing says that the wiring was replaced during restoration. The car is parade-ready, and just in time for the upcoming Independence Day holiday.

An ad for the 1940 Packards from The Saturday Evening Post said, “You’ll fall in love and never get over it.” It went on to say, “Unless there is ice in your veins, you’re going to lose your heart to the most stunning new car that ever left a designer’s board.”

Automotive enthusiasts may recall that Packard merged with Studebaker in 1953, and the nameplate was eventually phased out by the end of 1958. It was a great run while it lasted—and this car is a prime example of peak Packard engineering and design.

The auction for this 1940 Packard Custom Super Eight 180 Sedan ends Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. (PDT).

Visit the AutoHunter listing for more information and a photo gallery

Today we are checking out one of the toughest—and coolest—off-roaders ever made: the Toyota Land Cruiser “Troopy.” Known for its durability and go-anywhere capability, this vehicle has a rich history of service around the world, from deserts to disaster zones. In this video, we take a look at this restored example’s upgraded engine and check out a few upgrades that take this rig to the next level.

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