First Drive: 2018 Ford Mustang GT Premium

Continuing the evolution from pony car to sports car

Three years ago, Ford released what was considered by many to be the best Mustang GT ever -- at least from a ride and handling standpoint given that it had finally been fitted with an independent rear suspension -- sending the market’s last car with a solid rear axle out to pasture. But as Chevy continues to lob Camaro grenades Ford’s way in the continuing pony car wars, Dearborn’s engineers needed to retool and reload. Ford’s latest weapon is its newest best Mustang GT ever, which we’ve come to Malibu to ride ... read more