--- title: "Ford ‘In the Middle of Creating’ Standalone Raptor Supercar: CEO" date: "2025-01-31" modified: "2025-01-31" authors: - name: "Nico DeMattia" job_title: "Contributing Writer" link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/nico-demattia" url: "https://www.thedrive.com/news/ford-in-the-middle-of-creating-standalone-raptor-supercar-ceo" categories: - "Ford News" - "News" - "News by Brand" tags: - "Ford" - "pickup truck" --- # Ford ‘In the Middle of Creating’ Standalone Raptor Supercar: CEO ![]() *Ford* Have you ever looked at a Dakar Rally racer and thought, "Man, I'd love to drive one of those on the road every day." If so, you're in luck because [Ford]() might be making something mighty similar to that. In a recent interview, Ford CEO Jim Farley told [*Top Gear*]() that not only is the Blue Oval *considering* a new off-road flagship but it's currently in the process of creating one. “We’re in the middle of creating something, so we don’t have all the answers yet, but the question is should Ford make an off-road supercar? Not a version of a car, a standalone supercar,” Farley said at a [Ford Performance]() launch event in Charlotte, North Carolina. ![]() **Ford** Farley didn't say exactly what this standalone off-road supercar would be. Perhaps a bespoke SUV or pickup built solely for going fast off-pavement? Or maybe something like a sports car with long-travel suspension and all-terrain tires, beyond that of a Lamborghini [Huracan Sterrato]() or Porsche 911 Dakar? "That’s what we’re trying to answer. What do we do on a utility car? Is there a supercar? That’s what we’re debating now," Farley told the UK outlet. A Dakar-derived vehicle seems the most likely solution, as it sort of blends both. They're typically built on a unique racing chassis to tackle every terrain without writing off handling as an afterthought. Throw in the fact that Ford just finished third in its first-ever Dakar Rally with the [Raptor T1+]() and it could leverage that know-how to make something truly special for the well-to-do customers. ![]() ![]() **Ford** ![]() "Yes, the Raptor T1+ at Dakar represents the ultimate Raptor in many ways, and we’re learning a lot from that both in terms of the competition but also in terms of feedback from customers, so all I can say is stay tuned,” explained Mark Rushbrook, global director of Ford Performance, to *Top Gear*. I'm no market expert but I bet something like a Dakar Rally racer for the road would sell out in seconds here in 'Mericaland. Vehicles that are both fast *and* rugged are obviously hugely popular in the U.S., thus the sheer number of high-horsepower pickups and SUVs currently on sale. If Ford can bring some of the Raptor T1+ to a super machine that isn't based on any existing product, the reservation list would probably stretch to the moon. *Got tips? Send 'em to tips@thedrive.com* ## Author Nico is a writer and reviewer from New Jersey who probably thinks he’s a lot funnier than he actually is. His love of cars began when he was just a kid playing Gran Turismo 3, grinding out enough race wins with a Mazda Miata to save up for an in-game RUF 911. That passion for small, lightweight sports cars drove his desire to learn more about the industry, get his hands on as many cars as he could, and bring those experiences to life on the page. He cut his teeth writing about BMWs, Volkswagens, and Audis, mostly, and has owned far too many of each. He’s on his fourth 3 Series sedan, but all of his old, cheap German cars have forced him to learn more about car maintenance than his mechanical capability can handle. Too many late nights have been spent scrambling to get a car running by morning so he could get to work. For some reason, he never seems to learn that old Bimmers probably aren’t the best daily drivers. But he loves more than just old German cars. He’ll gladly drive and discuss anything with four (or even three) wheels. Cars aren’t his only passions, though. Nico is also a big nerd and loves movies, video games, comic books, and cares far too much about the New York Giants. So don’t be surprised if you see football references or dumb, obscure movie quotes in any of his car reviews. ### Author social links [Instagram]() [LinkedIn]()