Ford’s $495 Frunk Fiasco: Nickel-and-Diming the Mustang Mach-E in 2026?
In a move that’s sparking outrage across the EV community, Ford has turned one of the Mustang Mach-E’s signature features—the frunk (front trunk)—into a $495 optional extra for the 2026 model year. Once a standard perk that highlighted the advantages of electric vehicles over gas guzzlers, this plastic storage bin is now something you have to check a box for during ordering, right alongside alloy wheels or a panoramic roof. As a seasoned EV blogger who’s test-driven dozens of models and dissected Ford’s strategy for years, I see this as a symptom of deeper troubles in Dearborn. Is Ford retreating from its EV ambitions, or is this smart cost-cutting? Let’s dive deep into the specs, history, backlash, and what it means for buyers.