Ford F-150 Lightning Platinum Black Comes In A Unique Matte Finish, But Good Luck Getting One

On the technical side, the stealthy Ford has an estimated 300 miles of range before the battery runs dry of electrons. Additionally, it runs on 22-inch wheels that are, you guessed it, black. It also has power running boards and comes with a black tonneau cover on the bed for extra sneakiness. The interior features black leather seating, “limited edition numbering,” and, of course, Lightning decals on the roof glass. The Platinum Black Edition includes Ford’s driver-assistance technology BlueCruise and can act as a power source for charging devices, power tools, and other accessories when the truck isn’t running.

While the matte black EV Lightning is doing a pretty good impression of an F-22 Raptor, this special edition is in part a call back to special edition F-150s of old, specifically the 1992 F-150 XLT Lariat “Nite” package which carried a similarly dark vibe. Deliveries are slated to begin early next year — that is, if Ford can ramp up Lightning production enough.