Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

Consumer Reports’ own fuel economy tests of vehicles equipped with small turbocharged engines has found in many cases that the turbocharged cars tested by CR have slower acceleration and no better fuel economy than the models with larger conventional engines, the organization said. l/100 km) figures—i.e.,

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Fuel Economy Economy Engine Fusion 299

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 8, 2018

Ford dealers will begin taking orders for the 2018 F-150 with all-new 3.0-liter l/100 km) highway rating; a best-in-class 11,400 pounds (5,171 kg) of towing capacity and 2,020 pounds (916 kg) of payload capacity; plus best-in-class diesel 250 hp and 440 lb-ft (597 N·m) of torque. Deliveries begin this spring.

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F-150 Diesel EPA MPG 150

Green Car Congress

MAY 29, 2014

Consumer Reports fuel economy tests found the Honda Accord Hybrid delivered impressive overall fuel-economy of 40 mpg (5.88 We’ve found that the EPA tests often exaggerate the fuel-economy of hybrids. Both vehicles scored near the top of their classes in Consumer Reports testing. Earlier post.).

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Fuel Economy MPG Economy Honda 199

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 1, 2014

The Ford Transit Connect van has been rated with an EPA-estimated best-in-class highway fuel economy of 30 mpg (7.8 l/100 km) when equipped with Ford’s 1.6-liter liter EcoBoost engine.

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Transit Connect MPG Connect Connected 230

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

Automotive and industrial supplier Schaeffler is supplying its modular hybrid transmission to the 2020 Ford Explorer and Police Interceptor Utility, as well as the 2020 Lincoln Aviator. When equipped with a Class III Tow Package, the all-new Explorer Limited Hybrid tows 1,500 pounds more than a 2019 Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

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2020 Ford Hybrid Supplies 186

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 12, 2014

EPA-estimated fuel economy for the 2015 Lincoln Navigator (standard wheelbase, 4x2) is 16 mpg city, 22 mpg highway and 18 mpg combined (14.7, liter V-8 (standard wheelbase, 4x2) that produced 310 hp (231 kW) and 365 lb-ft (495 N·m) of torque and fuel economy of 14 mpg city, 20 mpg highway, 16 mpg combined (16.8,

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Fuel Economy 2015 Economy MPG 230

Green Car Congress

MARCH 5, 2018

=Alliance AutoGas (AAG) has successfully engineered Propane Port Fuel Direct Injection (P-PFDI) conversion systems for the 2018 Ford F-150 in two engine choices: 3.3 This new technology features autogas as the primary fuel, while strategically utilizing gasoline as a combustion lubricant. Liter V6 and 5.0 Ti-VCT V8 for 2018.

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F-150 Ford Fuel Conversion 218

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

Ford unveiled the redesigned 2014 Transit Connect Taxi at the 2013 International Association of Transportation Regulators Conference in St. The 2014 Ford Transit Connect Taxi comes with a new powertrain—the 2.5-liter The 2014 Ford Transit Connect Taxi comes with a new powertrain—the 2.5-liter Click to enlarge.

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Transit Connect Taxi 2014 Connect 230

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 17, 2013

Ford unveiled the Ka Concept in conjunction with the opening ceremony of Ford’s Northeast Industrial Complex in Camaçari, Brazil. million vehicles by 2017, Ford said. Ford Ka Concept. A strong precursor to an all-new global compact car from Ford, a vehicle such as the Ka Concept could launch in 2014.

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Brazil Concept Ford Global 231

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 27, 2021

XL Fleet’s newest product represents the fourth OEM platform on which its electrification systems are compatible, which also includes hybrid and plug-in hybrid electric drive solutions for Ford, General Motors and Isuzu fleet vehicles. The XLH hybrid electric drive system is now available for select Ram 2500 / 3500 models with the 6.4L

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Fleet Isuzu Hybrid GMC 243

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Event: Ford Bronco Sport Off-Roadeo Experiencing the Bronco Sport in the Wild When Ford debuted the all-new Bronco Sport in 2021, it said it was “Built Wild.” Or was Ford merely selling an aspiration, since the country was still deep into the pandemic and people were getting a bit restless staying home? Cute, but fun.

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Ford Utah Las Vegas New Hampshire 79

Green Car Reports

DECEMBER 11, 2019

Official EPA fuel economy ratings have been released for the 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid, and they’re among the best in its class. The Escape Hybrid achieves 41 mpg combined (44 mpg city, 37 highway) with front wheel drive, or 40 mpg combined (43 mpg city, 37 mpg highway) with all-wheel drive.

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Escape MPG 2020 Hybrid 92

Teslarati

MARCH 4, 2022

Ford and University of Michigan researchers conducted a new study that evaluated the savings in greenhouse gas emissions in battery-electric pickup trucks relative to gas-powered pickups. Ford is one of the most committed automotive companies in terms of transitioning to electrification. Keoleian was the study’s senior author.

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Ford Gas F-150 Gas-Electric 98

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

The EV Pickup Truck from Ford. For 44 years and counting, the number one selling truck in the US has been the Ford F-150. When Ford decided to enter the truck EV market, it made perfect sense to extend the success of its Swiss army knife of pickups with an electric version. Same silhouette, different powertrain.

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F-150 Ford Extended Range Dealers 99

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 1, 2013

developer of a low-cost hybrid electric powertrain designed specifically for class 1 to 4 commercial fleet use ( earlier post ), unveiled its third-generation XL3 product release for model year 2014 vehicles. This helps meet growing customer demand for a drop-in solution to reduce fuel costs without reliance on subsidies.

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Hybrid Motor Motors Motoring 304

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 23, 2021

In April 2018 Ford announced all its sedans and coupes would be going away by 2020, except for one–the iconic Mustang. Clean Fleet Report spent a week in the rear-wheel drive 2021 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Premium Fastback, powered by a high-performance turbocharged 2.3-liter The 2021 Ford Mustang interior has a comfy, retro feel to it.

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Ford MPG Fuel Economy Shelby 86

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 25, 2013

While Hyundai, Toyota and Honda seized much attention over their presentations of fuel cell rollout plans (in the case of Hyundai) and concepts (in the case of Honda and Toyota) at the Los Angeles and Tokyo auto shows, Daimler used EVS27 in Barcelona as a forum to report on its 3.3 In some cases, fuel consumption was less than 1 kg/100 km.

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Mercedes Fuel Los Angeles Hydrogen 300

Green Car Congress

JUNE 19, 2017

The 2018 Ford F-150 introduces an even smaller, more efficient 3.3-liter liter V6—with better anticipated fuel efficiency and performance. For the first time, the V8 is paired with a Ford-built 10-speed automatic transmission. EPA-estimated fuel economy will be announced closer to market availability.

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F-150 2018 Diesel Ford 150

Green Car Congress

APRIL 7, 2017

In Shanghai, Ford Motor Company outlined an ambitious vehicle electrification strategy for the China market, confirming two new electrified vehicles for China and a broad range of electrified vehicles by 2025. The Mondeo Energi, to be launched in early 2018, will be the first plug-in hybrid to be manufactured by the Changan Ford JV.

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China Ford SUV Range 186

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 6, 2023

Road Trip: 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium Extended Range Making the Case To Be Your Only Car Clean Fleet Report recently ventured on a 1,796-mile, four-state road trip in an all-electric 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium AWD Extended. Big screen and good connections The horizontal 10.2-inch There is no head-up display on the Mach-E.

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Extended Range Ford Range All-Electric 91

Green Car Congress

APRIL 23, 2016

Ford recycles as much as 20 million pounds (10,000 short tons, 9 million kg) of aluminum stamping scrap per month using the closed-loop system at Dearborn Truck Plant, which builds F-150. foot cargo box. When equipped with the available 2.7-liter

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F-150 Ford MPG Fuel Economy 150

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 6, 2012

Road testing by Consumer Reports has found the fuel economy on the 2013 Fusion Hybrid sedan and new C-Max Hybrid falling far short below Ford (and EPA) triple 47 mpg (5.0 Yes, the disclaimer on EPA fuel-economy labels notes that “your results may differ.” l/100 km) figures—i.e., l/100 km) overall and 35 (6.7

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Fusion EPA Ford MPG 244

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Another Addition to Ford’s Electrified Future. Ford must have asked themselves how to make the F-150 full-size pickup even better. The 2022 Ford F-150 PowerBoost Hybrid drivetrain comprises an electric motor sandwiched between the engine and the 10-speed transmission, with a disconnect clutch so it can run in pure EV mode.

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F-150 Ford Hybrid Miles 88

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 5, 2022

Escaping High Fuel Prices; a Natural Bridge to an EV. The 2022 Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) is powered by a 2.5-liter The Environmental Protection Agency, EPA , rates fuel economy at 40 highway when running in gasoline mode only. The 2022 Ford Escape PHEV comes with these warranties.

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Escape PHEV Ford Plug-in 91

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 8, 2011

The 2011 Ford F-150 equipped with all-new 3.5-liter Coupled with a six-speed automatic anismission, the 365hp twin-turbo produces best-in-class 420 lb-ft (569 N·m) of torque, enabling best-in-class maximum towing of 11,300 pounds (5,126 kg) and maximum payload of 3,060 pounds (1,388 kg). L/100km, respectively).

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F-150 MPG EPA Ford 218

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 25, 2021

The advanced fuel system technology was developed by ROUSH CleanTech, the same company that has manufactured more than 30,000 propane and gasoline fuel systems for Blue Bird buses equipped with Ford’s 6.8L engine features best-in-class combination of horsepower and torque. In addition, the compact and lighter-weight 7.3L

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Gasoline Fuel Production Fuel Economy 170

Green Car Congress

JULY 24, 2013

Following the conclusion of a collaboration with Toyota ( earlier post ), Ford is moving forward with the development of a rear-wheel-drive hybrid system on its own; the company says that it will have the hybrid system ready “later this decade” on rear-wheel-drive Ford pickups and SUVs. Ford hybrid and EV sales, Jan-Jun 2013.

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Ford Hybrid SUV 2013 290

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 4, 2011

The new Ford Escape, slated for reveal next month at the Los Angeles Auto Show, features a powertrain lineup with three four-cylinder options, including the new 1.6- The Escape will be Ford’s first SUV to be available with two fuel-efficient EcoBoost engines, delivering class-leading fuel economy and performance.

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Escape Ford Hybrid Fuel Economy 199

Green Car Congress

MAY 29, 2012

of the Ford Focus models in Europe’s major 19 markets. —Roelant de Waard, vice president, Marketing, Sales and Service, Ford of Europe. The new EcoBoost turbo-charged, direct injection engine is Ford’s smallest, yet highest power density gasoline engine yet, delivering the performance of a conventional 1.6-liter

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Czech Republic Ford Europe Greece 210

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 20, 2013

The use of Cellulose Reinforced Polypropylene in the MKX, while relatively small, marks an advancement that has the potential to play a more impactful role in the future, suggested Dr. Ellen Lee, plastics research technical expert for Ford Motor Company. One of the obstacles the Ford engineers faced was appearance, Lee said.

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2014 Ford Polymer 2013 273

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 17, 2013

Ford says the engine can deliver up to 15% better fuel economy than comparable six-cylinder engines. Class-exclusive Active Grille Shutters are designed to help improve MKC fuel efficiency at highway speeds. Other engines in Ford’s EcoBoost family are the 1.0-liter Ford specifically engineered the 2.3-liter

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Louisville Exhaust Future Fuel Economy 286

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 29, 2013

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has rated Ford’s 2014 1.0L The fuel economy rating outperforms some competitors’ diesels and hybrids on the highway driving cycle. This also makes the Fiesta the only car in its class that produces more than 120 horsepower (89 kW) and achieves 45 mpg on the highway.

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MPG EPA Fuel Economy Honda Insight 199

Green Car Congress

JULY 24, 2012

Ford is pricing the new C-MAX Energi—expected to offer 15 class-exclusive features, a 550-mile (885 km) total range and more than 20 miles (32 km) of electric-only range ( earlier post )—at $33,745. —Michael O’Brien, Ford electrified vehicle marketing manager.

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Tax Credit Plug-in Tax Ford 268

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 14, 2015

According to the latest annual life-cycle study from the Automotive Science Group ( ASG ), the all-new lightweight aluminum 2015 Ford F-150 leads the full-size light-duty truck competition in all environmental and economic performance areas; accordingly, ASG selected the F-150 as its Best Full-size Truck of 2015. ASG’s Best Trucks Of 2015.

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F-150 2015 Ford Colorado 150

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 13, 2014

Ford introduced the all-new Ford F-150 at its press conference at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The “reinvention” of this critical vehicle for Ford features an improved fully boxed ladder frame that incorporates more high-strength steel than ever, making it stronger and lighter. 2015 F-150.

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F-150 Ford Engine Fuel Economy 329

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

l/100 km, respectively)—matching the EPA fuel economy ratings for the 2015 Ford Transit Connect (2WD) powered by a 2.5L, four-cylinder engine. Compact Van Fuel Economy (mpg US). 2015 Ford Transit Connect (2.5L). 2015 Ford Transit Connect (1.6L inches, the result is best-in-class volume of 131.7

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MPG 2015 EPA Transit Connect 210

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 22, 2012

The Ford Tourneo Custom Concept will make its global debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show in March. The debut of the Tourneo Custom Concept heralds the arrival of a new generation of Ford commercial vehicles. The full range of models will be revealed during 2012. This new range will be powered by enhanced versions of the new 2.2-liter

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Concept Ford North America Fuel Economy 199