Photo Source: Ford When it comes to buying a vehicle, consumers often concentrate on the lease payment or monthly loan to determine if it fits their budget. However, for commercial customers, the situation is more complex. Ford, like many other automakers in North America, is expanding its electric vehicle (EV) business. Earlier in 2024, the…
Photo Source: Ford In 2024, Ford Pro is at the forefront of electric commercial vehicle adoption, leveraging technology to benefit businesses and urban environments alike. With three years of investing in the segment, Ford Pro’s knowledge of electric vehicles (EVs) like the F-150 Lightning, Mustang Mach-E, and E-Transit enables businesses to capitalize on the advantages…
Photo Source: Ford The electric Ford Explorer that debuted in Europe this year (2024) motivated Ford CFO John Lawler to announce that Ford could assemble an electric SUV with the impression of an Escape but with the cabin space of the Explorer. Of note, such a feat would require utilizing the new electric vehicle platform…
Photo Source: Ford General Overview The TXU Free EV Miles program provides Ford electric vehicle (EV) owners bill credits for charging during off-peak hours, likely covering all at-home charging costs. The program is available to Ford’s electric truck and SUV customers in Texas, with free charging hours established between 7:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. the…
Photo Source: Ford At a Glance Ford promoted Chris White to Chief Engineer, Global Battery Manufacturing Engineering. White will apply his three decades of experience to motivate the brand’s global electric vehicle battery initiative. His core responsibilities include cultivating state-of-the-art manufacturing processes and fostering European operations. How is Ford Strengthening its Impact in the Electric…
Photo Source: Ford Critical Highlights Complimentary Ford Pro Level 2 electric vehicle (EV) charger for businesses subscribed to Ford Pro Charging software. Reduction of upfront and ongoing EV charging costs for businesses. Automated demand-to-grid response solution to manage high local demand events, minimizing the risk of brownouts and blackouts. Does California Have Free Electric Vehicle…
Photo Source: Ford At a Glance Ford revealed the Raptor T1+ rally truck at the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed. Built-in partnership with United Kingdom-based rally specialist M-Sport and Red Bull, it boasts 37-inch tires, a space frame chassis, and a 5.0-liter Coyote V-8 engine. The truck makes its competition premiere at Baja Hungary in…
Photo Source: Ford July 14 was the final day of the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed, and Ford displayed the inventiveness and raw power of its most recent creation: the 1,400-horsepower electric SuperVan 4.2. This juggernaut of a machine, sharing the foundation of a Ford E-Transit, not only enthralled onlookers but also set the quickest…
Photo Source: Ford Snapshot Ford patents self-powered tire pressure monitoring sensors. The sensors allow for increased real-time data collection. Material like the kind utilized in sonar systems could provide more precise wheel control, improving high-speed driving, off-roading, and safety. Ford filed a new patent this year (2024) at the German Patent and Trademark Office highlighting…
Photo Source: Ford OVERVIEW This is the second straight year Ford Performance found success with an electric vehicle (EV) demonstrator at Pikes Peak, following SuperVan 4.2 in 2023. Ford Performance F-150 Lightning SuperTruck made the fastest pass of all 61 competitors at the 102nd running of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. Romain Dumas piloted…
