New Ford ‘Big Dog’ Ad Takes a Bite Out of Its Competitors

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Ford commercial shows why the F-150 might just be man’s best friend. 

In the latest commercial for the F-150, Denis Leary says in a voice over “If you’re not the lead dog, the scenery never changes.” It is a clever way to show that the Ford F-150 not only remains the undisputed leader of the pack, but also shows off the sharp tailgate. The commercial takes aim at Chevy and Ram, but unlike their competitors, never calls them out directly. And let’s face it, Ford doesn’t need to.

The ad shows the F-150 from behind, tearing up the road as Leary says “This is the view for every other full sized pickup.” The F-150 is so far ahead of everyone else in the game, they are literally eating Ford’s dust. And the trucks are having a blast and looking cool as hell while doing so.

Ford ad Big Dog

Of course, the commercial points out that with it’s “high-strength, military-grade aluminum alloy” body, Ford consistently clinches best-in-class in payload, torque, and towing. This, plus its kickass performance is what makes the F-150 howl as the “Big Dog.” Silverado and Ram can try to redesign their trucks, but they just can’t catch up.

Ford Big Dog ad

It’s a fun ad that shows the best way to sell the F-150 is to just show it doing what it does best. No “Real People” needed. Just real badass trucks.

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Longtime automotive journalist S.J. Bryan has been covering the automotive industry for over five years and is an editor with Ford Truck Enthusiasts and regular contributor to F-150 Online, Harley-Davidson Forums, and The Mustang Source, among other popular auto sites.

Bryan first discovered her passion for all things automotive while riding in her parent's 1968 Ford Mustang. The automotive expert cut her teeth growing up riding on Harleys, and her first car was a Chevy Nova. Despite her lead foot, Bryan has yet to receive a speeding ticket.

The award-winning former playwright was first published at age 18. She has worked extensively as a writer and editor for a number of lifestyle and pop culture publications. The diehard gearhead is a big fan of American muscle cars, sixth-gen Ford trucks, and Oxford commas.

S.J. can be reached at sherryjbry@gmail.com.

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