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New Ford Escape launching with two new EcoBoost engines with standard Auto Start-Stop

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The new Ford Escape, being showcased at the Los Angeles Auto Show, is the first Ford vehicle to make Auto Start-Stop standard with either of two EcoBoost engines new to the model—a 1.5-liter Escape SE and Titanium trim levels come standard with the new 1.5-liter liter and 2.0-liter liter twin-scroll.

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Ford hints at an Escape-sized electric SUV with the interior space of an Explorer

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Ford’s CEO John Lawler said at the BofA Auto Summit Tuesday an Escape-sized electric SUV can offer the same interior space as its best-selling Explorer on its new EV platform. At the BofA Auto Summit Tuesday, Lawler discussed Ford’s growth plans while reaffirming operating guidance. The opposite is true for gas-powered vehicles.

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US agency raises safety concerns on Ford SUV fuel leak recall – ET Auto

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auto safety agency said on Thursday it has “significant safety concerns” over Ford Motor ‘s recall of more than 42,000 SUVs over concerns fuel leaks could lead to an engine fire. Escape and Bronco Sport vehicles in the new recall population, but that it had no reports of accidents or injuries tied to the issue.

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Ford applies MuCell microcellular foam technology in Escape instrument panel

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Ford is applying MuCell microcellular foam technology ( earlier post ) in the instrument panel of the all-new Escape. Invented by MIT, and subsequently acquired by Trexel in 1995, the MuCell process was initially created for development and commercial use in the injection molding industry worldwide.

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ISU study finds large potential for biobased materials in auto industry, but with challenges

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A study by researchers at Iowa State University has determined that the automotive industry has a very large potential to utilize biobased materials. However, they noted, there are also many challenges associated with the use of biobased parts in the auto industry. Cost to manufacture is one of the main considerations.

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Tesla’s Autopilot caused a fiery crash into a tree, killing a Colorado man, lawsuit says – ET Auto

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auto safety regulators pressured Tesla into recalling more than 2 mn vehicles in December to fix a defective system that’s supposed to make sure drivers pay attention when using Autopilot. Von Ohain died after the car hit a tree and burst into flames, but a passenger was able to escape, the suit says.

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Detroit Smart Parking Lab opens in September for real-world automated and EV charging testing

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DSPL builds upon the automated valet parking demonstration led by Ford, Bedrock and Bosch in August 2020 when they showcased Bosch automated valet parking technology that allowed Ford Escape vehicles to drive and park themselves at Bedrock’s Assembly garage.

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