Most car manufacturers, including Ford, typically undergo a "refresh" of their vehicle lineup every three years or so to stimulate new lease sales. With lease lengths often set at 36 months, these updates aim to attract lessees to newer models. However, I've observed that many of these "refreshes" often fall short of the original designs. Take, for instance, our Ford Raptor: the original Gen 3 headlights and taillights were meticulously crafted to complement the vehicle's body contours seamlessly. Yet, in the case of refreshed Ford's F-150 series, the refresh seems more superficial than substantial. The updated headlight and taillight designs appear to have been altered merely for the sake of differentiation, losing its original design flow and cleanliness.
While some may find the refreshed design appealing, particularly those who grew weary of the 2021-2023 models, I personally find it underwhelming. The only notable enhancements in the refreshed Gen 3 lie in features such as upgraded shocks, a HUD, or an upgraded front bumper for the 37PP and R models. However, the changes to the headlights, taillights, and graphics seem arbitrary and disrupt the original design flow. Also, the new wheel designs fail to match the appeal of the 21-23 37PP beadlocks, while the interior changes offer little discernible improvement.
Change can be beneficial when executed effectively. However, when changes are made merely for the sake of change, they don't necessarily lead to improvement; instead, they often result in a decline in quality, particularly in terms of aesthetics.
