Ford goes to debut a brand new model of the “Very Homosexual” Raptor, a one-off particular primarily based on the second-generation Ranger Raptor. The rainbow-colored mannequin will seem at this 12 months’s Goodwood Pageant of Velocity, in a quest to assist the LGBTQ+ group, alongside the dynamic debut of the brand new Ranger Raptor in Europe.

The unique “Very Homosexual” Raptor (VGR) was created in 2021 as Ford’s response to a adverse touch upon social media. Identical to its predecessor, the brand new VGR sports activities a multicolored livery with a glitter-rich rear finish complementing Raptor’s rugged styling. Beneath the bonnet lies the inventory twin-turbo 3.0-liter EcoBoost V6 which produces 284 hp (212 kW / 288 PS) and 491 Nm (362 lb-ft) of torque, in its European specification. The Australia-spec Ranger Raptor is considerably extra highly effective, with as a lot as 392 hp (292 kW / 397 PS) and 583 Nm (430 ft-lb) of torque.

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Ford’s newest publicity stunt is a follow-up to the “Robust Talks” video sequence hosted by former Welsh Rugby Participant, Gareth Thomas, who’s the primary overtly homosexual rugby union participant. Within the movies, he talks with visitors about preventing homophobia throughout the automotive world and the necessity of redefining the essence of powerful.

Reside periods of the “Robust Talks” might be hosted on the Goodwood Pageant of Velocity, with Gareth Thomas speaking to visitors from the trunk mattress of the “Very Homosexual Raptor”. Each the colourful mannequin and a normal Ford Ranger Raptor will sort out Goodwood’s off-road observe, showcasing their Baja-ready credentials.