# The Rights To The Ranchero Name Are Finally Safely Back With Ford

> When Ford introduced the Ranchero in the 1950s, it was a bit of an oddity — it was the first ute to come stateside, offering buyers a curious blend of truck and sedan.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/2163417/ford-ranchero-name-rights-return/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=69f912b46114bc4e74587afc)
- **Published:** 2026-05-04
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #ford #ranchero #name #finally #rights #safely #since #application
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