Average U.S. Car Age Hits 13 Years; Ford Targets Long-Haul Service
13 years
1 in 7
What Happened
The average car on American roads is almost 13 years old, up from 8 years three decades ago. That means a vehicle bought when the first iPhone 5 launched is now squarely average. Americans are holding onto cars because they are built better, not because they have to settle.
13 years
Up from about 8 years 30 years ago, according to industry data.
Ford is responding with a suite of services to make ownership easier for older, out-of-warranty vehicles. The company offers Motorcraft replacement parts, a mobile service fleet that performs repairs at home or office, and pickup and delivery to dealerships. All scheduling is handled through the Ford app.
- Motorcraft parts – 50-year-old brand for reliable replacement parts
- Ford Mobile Service – technician performs service at customer's location (1 in 7 visits)
- Pickup & Delivery – dealer picks up and returns the vehicle
- Ford app – remote command center for scheduling and vehicle info
Why this matters
Cars are lasting longer than ever, changing what owners need from automakers. Ford is investing in parts, mobile service, and technician training to support older vehicles out of warranty.
Terms in This Story
- Motorcraft
- Ford's brand of replacement parts and fluids for vehicle maintenance.
- Ford Mobile Service
- A service where a technician performs vehicle repairs at the customer's home or office.
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