Large language model generated search engine overviews are extremely hit-or-miss when it comes to delivering accurate information. But, sometimes, the overviews deliver accurate information. That’s good news for anyone searching up news on the 2027 Ford Thunderbird, because they’re unlikely to be misled about the nonexistent model.
AI search engine overviews – or “clanker,” which is slang for robot – often stumble over themselves when rounding up information from around the internet. There are certain nefarious sources that seem to imply that the 2027 Ford Thunderbird is a done deal, but a little critical thinking and a careful eye will reveal that these sources are completely AI-generated themselves.
The AI search overview on certain search engines spits out information disseminated by these sources, treating them as fact and outlining details regarding the supposed new Thunderbird, including its “retro-modern styling” and “advanced infotainment and driver assist systems.”
However, the overview goes on to undermine itself in the “availability and market overview” section at the bottom of the results. It states that “at present, Ford has not officially announced a production model for 2027,” and that “most information comes from concept renders, enthusiast speculation, and media previews,” whatever that means.
However, we’re taking some credit, because further down the list, it states, “credible automotive news source stated that many of the detailed rumors about the Ford Thunderbird are based on fake, AI-generated content and that Ford has not made any official announcement or offered concrete details on a Thunderbird revival since a speculative report in 2022,” linking back to prior Ford Authority coverage on AI “Thunderbird” slop.
So we’re doubling down: there is no 2027 Ford Thunderbird, so don’t believe any news you might find to the contrary. Thankfully, not all AI-generated search overviews are filled with complete bunk, so there is a sliver of truth out there, sometimes. Take the supposed Ford Mustang Boss pickup, which is AI-generated itself, but clankers aren’t fooled by news about it. The same can’t be said about the 2027 Ford Maverick, however.
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The Ford Thunderbird will never return as long as Failure Farley is in charge, simply because Ford Motor Company has no idea on how to make a profit on sedans/coupes even if they are built in a low wage shop.