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january 23, 2017 - Ford
Ford announces newest Ford Performance experiential owner program -- Raptor Assault -- Exclusive to Ford Raptor owners
- Ford adding #raptorassault owner program to other successful #fordperformance owner programs, including GT350 Track Attack and ST Octane Academy
- Ford providing complimentary off-road driving instruction exclusively to new 2017 F-150 Raptor owners at #fordperformance Racing School in Grantsville, Utah
- Classroom courses to be followed by terrain-based instruction ranging from rock crawling to extreme Baja and desert driving exercises
- 2017 F-150 Raptor owners interested can sign up at www.RaptorAssault.com for more details
GRANTSVILLE, Utah, Jan. 20, 2017 – Owners of the leaner, meaner 2017 #ford F-150 Raptor have an exclusive opportunity to learn about the features that make this the best-performing Raptor yet with training from #fordperformance Racing School instructors both in the classroom and on the extreme off-road terrain in the high desert of Utah.
Ford and #fordperformance are offering #raptorassault instruction free of charge to initial owners of the all-new 2017 F-150 Raptor in a safe environment with professional instructors. The program adds to the popular GT350 Track Attack, ST Octane Academy and recently announced RS Adrenaline Academy enthusiast programs the school offers, and builds on previous off-road courses including tire testing and training for owners of the previous-generation Raptor.
Raptor Assault will immerse owners in the performance and handling characteristics of Ford’s high-performance off-road truck. A deep dive in the classroom will explore Raptor’s industry-leading features, followed by extensive course time exploiting its capabilities over challenging desert terrain. Rock crawling, Baja runs, high-speed driving, side-hilling, descending and braking are featured, with a focus on Raptor dynamics including its six driving modes. The goal is for F-150 Raptor owners to understand the performance capabilities of their new trucks and help these customers improve on their driving skills – all while having fun.
“The all-new F-150 Raptor was designed to be the ultimate, no-compromise off-road pickup with its cutting edge internal bypass suspension, six-mode Terrain Management System™ and 450 horsepower EcoBoost engine with massive amounts of torque,” said Henry #ford III, #fordperformance marketing manager. “The off-road terrain near #fordperformance Racing School offers a diversity of challenges and is perfectly suited to showcase the high-performance capabilities of Raptor. The #fordperformance owner programs that have come before are a strong indication that this experience will be outstanding – a big hit with Raptor owners.”
The school will provide F-150 Raptor trucks and safety gear for all participant use. Participants may opt to take part in on-road performance driving instruction with an optional second day in a #ford Mustang GT at Utah Motorsports Campus, home to #fordperformance Racing School.
“We’re looking forward to the excitement, training and thrills #raptorassault will deliver to owners of the 2017 truck,” said Dan McKeever, president, #fordperformance Racing School. “The new Raptor is an incredible truck, and our facility is the perfect venue to demonstrate just what it can do off-road. Our instructors can help anyone take their driving expertise to the next level – whether the person is a beginner or an experienced off-roader.”
F-150 Raptor owners are responsible for their travel and hotel costs, but all other program features, including breakfast and lunch, are covered once participants arrive at the school. Participants opting for a second day of performance driving with Mustang GT are responsible for that cost. Options for owners to bring guests may be available. Click here to learn additional program details as they become available.
To see a complete schedule for the #raptorassault program in 2017, or for more information, visit www.RaptorAssault.com.
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