Ford Advances Electric Vehicle Productivity for Massachusetts Companies

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On June 20, 2024, Ford Pro, Ford’s commercial division, debuted the Ford Pro Smart Charging Bundle to assist Massachusetts businesses in integrating electric vehicles (EVs) into their fleet operations. This new program aims to minimize upfront and ongoing charging costs for commercial electric vehicle users. 

ESSENTIAL TAKEAWAYS

• Program Offering: Free Ford Pro 48-amp or 80-amp chargers for subscribers of Ford Pro Charging software enrolled in the Massachusetts Clean Peak Energy Standard (CPS).
• Purpose: Lower emissions and costs during peak electricity demand periods.
• Impact: Supports the transition to clean energy and helps Massachusetts attain net zero emissions by 2050.
• Ford Pro Support: Over 1,000 commercial worksite depots with customized electric vehicle consulting and incorporated charging solutions.
• Cost Savings: Estimated 48 percent lower operating costs for electric vehicle fleets, with potential savings of hundreds of dollars per vehicle annually by scheduling charging during off-peak hours.

What is the Ford Pro Smart Charging Bundle?

The Ford Pro Smart Charging Bundle provides a complimentary Ford Pro 48-amp charger for worksite or home charging or an 80-amp charger for job site charging. Of note, it is exclusive to Ford Pro Charging software subscribers enrolled in the Clean Peak Energy Standard (CPS). The CPS, established by the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (DOER) in 2020, aims to reduce emissions and costs related to peak electricity demand periods by championing clean energy technologies.

“Clean energy technologies like energy storage and demand response resources, when used during peak electricity demand, lower the likelihood that we need to call on expensive fossil fuels. Through its Clean Peak Energy Standard, DOER believes these technologies can reduce costs for ratepayers, lower Massachusetts’ emissions, and create a more resilient electric grid. Ford Pro’s Smart Charging Bundle is now among the tools to help Massachusetts shift to a clean energy portfolio and achieve net zero emissions in 2050.” 

–Elizabeth Mahony, Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources Commissioner

The Scope of Ford Pro Charging

Ford Pro Charging operates over 1,000 commercial worksite depots to propel fleet electric vehicles. Dedicated to easing the electric shift for businesses, Ford Pro provides personalized electric vehicle consulting and a portfolio of integrated charging software and hardware solutions. These solutions guarantee that fleet vehicles are charged optimally and prepared for use when necessary.

Ford Pro Charging software monitors millions of data points daily to enhance the electric vehicle charging experience for commercial customers. The software enables businesses to customize and manage their electric vehicle and charger performance, potentially curtailing operating costs by 48 percent or more in terms of maintenance and fuel. By scheduling charging during off-peak hours and leveraging demand response, businesses can save hundreds of dollars per vehicle annually and contribute to a cleaner power grid.

Customer Savings

Ford Pro offers a comprehensive suite of solutions, including software, service, vehicles, financing, and charging for all commercial and government customers.

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The data highlights Ford’s dedication to sustainable and cost-effective solutions for commercial vehicle operations. To learn more about the expanded suite of solutions from Ford Pro, visit FordPro.com. As the leading global commercial vehicle automaker, Ford boasts the best-selling line of commercial vehicles in the United States for 39 consecutive years, featuring BUILT FORD TOUGH pickup trucks and vans combined with Ford Pro software and services. 

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