The 9 coolest features of the all-new Ford F-150 pickup truck, like a 12-inch screen, center console that folds into a desk, and mobile generator capability

• The new 2021 Ford F-150 marks the 14th generation of the popular pickup truck.
• It has more usable features than ever, including a 12-inch center screen and additional storage space.
• Ford didn't announce pricing but said the truck would be available in the fall.
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On Thursday, Ford unveiled the brand-new 2021 Ford F-150 pickup truck. It marks the pickup's 14th generation. 

The new F-150 makes do with a high-strength steel frame coupled with a military-grade aluminum-alloy body. Ford updated the headlight design, gave it a new power dome hood, and wrap-around bumpers.

All trims of the truck will offer the option of an all-new, 3.5-liter hybrid V6, which Ford claims will return an EPA-estimated range of about 700 miles from a single tank of gas. It'll join the other engine options, which include a 3.3-liter V6, a 2.7-liter EcoBoost V6, a 5.0-liter V8, a 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6, and a 3.0-liter diesel V6.

It's clear after perusing the truck's extensive list of details and features that it's a vehicle built for utility. Customers can expect a larger center screen, even more connectivity, and usable interior work surfaces.

Keep scrolling to see some of the 2021 Ford F-150's best features. 

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The 2021 Ford F-150 is all-new and represents the 14th generation of the best-selling pickup truck.

There's a completely redesigned cabin that includes a 12-inch center screen.

There are more premium materials, colors choices, and storage than before.

There's an available stowable shifter that can fold into the center console at the push of a button.

When in park, you can turn the center console of your truck into a work station.

The new Interior Work Surface gives you a big, flat deployable surface that you can use as a desk.

It's available in both the bench and captain's seat options from the XL to the Limited trim.

The F-150 crew cabs have an easily accessible flat load floor in the back that you can carry big items with.

The rear seats come with optional and dividable storage extenders that are lockable and can fold flat.

There's also an optional 7.2-kW exportable onboard power source that features four 120V outlets, turning your truck into a mobile generator.

Depending on engine choice, it can be available with three levels of electrical output.

It's an ideal truck for the job site.

Ford says each new F-150 comes standard with new cleats that are mounted to the sides of the tailgate that serve as tie-down anchors for longer items you put in the bed.

There are also clamp pockets built into the tailgate of each truck, so you can hold materials steady while you're working.

Everything is easily within reach.

The optional Tailgate Work Surface package also includes integrated rulers, a mobile device holder, a cup holder, and a pencil holder.

Power your life with the truck.

Ford claims the new F-150 "features more exportable power than any light-duty full-size pickup."

The optional Pro Trailer Backup Assist makes backing up a trailer much easier.

You simply turn a knob.

And watch from the giant screen.

The new F-150 will come with a number of engine options, including an all-new, 3.5-liter hybrid V6.

Ford claims the engine will return an EPA-estimated range of about 700 miles from a single tank of gas.

The all-new Ford F-150 will be available in the fall.

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