After months of anticipation, Thai automotive journalists finally got a chance to drive the new Ford Ranger pickup, and it was pretty awesome. Although the new Ranger may not be 100% new, with the engine and transmission carried over from the previous generation, Ford has made sure it sets the benchmark in a wide range of areas, from equipment levels to versatility and driving enjoyment. Development of the third-generation Ranger took place mainly in Australia, with an international team of designers and engineers contributing to building the new 1 tonne Ford pickup that will be sold in 180 co…