Ford offers the latest twist in the truck tailgate wars. Here's a look at 100 years of Ford tailgates.

• The new Ford Pro Access tailgate is the latest in 100 years of Ford tailgates.
• Ford is constantly trying to one-up rivals Chevrolet and Ram on pickup truck features.
• Many features have come and gone in 100 years of Ford tailgates.

Ford's latest take on the pickup truck tailgate is hitting dealer lots on the 2024 Ford F-150.

The refreshed F-150 can be equipped with the new Pro Access Tailgate, which has several new configurations. In addition to dropping open like a typical truck tailgate, the Pro Access Tailgate can swing out like a door to provide easier access to the bed.