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Ford Edge Follows

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Ford is now getting the word out that the Ford Edge crossover platform gives the company "the ultimate in flexibility in researching advanced propulsion technology" and thus could easily use a small gasoline or downsized diesel engine in lieu of the fuel cell. And the mometum continues. Join Plug In Partners today.

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Is Ford First?

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photo by George Lange L ast week, Bill Ford made an announcement at his Stockholder meeting. Pressed by activists to take steps to improve the efficiency of Ford's vehicle line-up, Bill Ford Jr, great-grandson of Henry Ford, said the carmaker was considering launching a plug-in hybrid , a potential industry first.

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Ford Executive Talks Plug-Ins

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Ford Europe Executive Calls for Increased Momentum Behind CO2 Reduction Ford Motor Co. Ford's approach to sustainability is based on science and the recognition from a growing body of scientific evidence indicating that man-made CO2 emissions are starting to significantly influence the world's climate. "The Ford is changing.

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NYT Editorial

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Ford Motor Company's announcement yesterday that after three straight quarters of North American losses, it will close as many as 14 factories and eliminate up to 30,000 jobs by 2012 is another sign of dark days in the Motor City. That's good, but it would behoove Ford to make sure that it doesn't lose sight of the larger issue.

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Minnesota Plug-in Law

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Specifically, they are targeting the Ford plant set for closure in St. Coincidentally, the electricity at the Ford plant comes from its own hydroelectric generator on the Mississippi. A task force has been created from business, government and utility representatives to develop a plan to build the cars in Minnesota.

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Volt for Real?

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But I can’t help thinking that this technology will make the current crop of hybrids like the Toyota Prius and Ford Escape look like Ford Excursions. Yes, the Volt should be Lutz’s legacy. I know the Volt isn’t here yet. Estimates vary. But given the fact that something like 75% of driving in the U.S.

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On the Horizon

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Ford ( F ). And by the end of the decade two more hybrids will join the Escape SUV in Ford's gasoline-electric lineup. Plus, in 2010, Nissan plans to start selling electric cars worldwide. They will use technology similar to GM's. PHEV 's may not have arrived , but they are definitely on the horizon.

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