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NOVEMBER 27, 2023

It’s the end of an era that many of you probably thought ended years ago: The Ford Crown Victoria’s time as a taxi on the streets of NYC is coming to a close, as the last two cars still eligible for duty are aging out. New York City has a rule that taxis cannot be more than seven years old.

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JULY 20, 2016

Ford Motor Company is teaming up with Jose Cuervo to explore the use of the tequila producer’s blue agave plant fiber byproduct to develop more sustainable bioplastics to employ in Ford vehicles. Ford is using about 20% fiber to reinforce its plastics. There are about 400 pounds of plastic on a typical car. 13 mm wide.

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OCTOBER 15, 2010

liter V6 engine in the Ford 2011 F-150 full-size pickup (earlier post) is projected to deliver best-in-class 16 mpg city and 23 mpg highway in 4x2 configuration, pending EPA certification. Each engine is mated to a fuel-saving six-speed automatic transmission. The double-overdrive gear also provides better fuel economy.

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JUNE 6, 2012

City and highway cycle fuel-economy ratings are 132 and 105 MPGe, respectively. The FIT EV’s fuel consumption rating is 29 kWh per 100 miles; EPA-rated annual fuel cost is $500. Ford Focus Electric. Honda Fit EV Efficiency Comparison. EPA Combined MPGe. EPA Combined MPGe. EPA Combined kWh/100m. Battery Capacity.

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JUNE 7, 2011

Users of Ford Crew Chief —powered by Telogis —are improving fuel efficiency for their fleets by up to 20% through better management of vehicle diagnostics, location and driver behavior. Driver behavior has so much influence on not only fuel efficiency but on the overall maintenance and life of a vehicle.

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DECEMBER 13, 2013

Auto Start-Stop technology will be available on 70% of Ford’s North American vehicle lineup by 2017, the company said. Ford Auto Start-Stop can increase fuel efficiency by up to 10% in city driving. A major part of the company’s Blueprint for Sustainability, the expansion of Auto Start-Stop comes as the 1.0-liter

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MARCH 14, 2017

In pursuit of lower vehicle weight to reduce emissions and improve fuel efficiency, Magna International Inc., in cooperation with Ford Motor Company, developed a prototype carbon fiber composite subframe which reduces mass by 34% compared to making a stamped steel equivalent.

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2013

Tenneco and Gentherm (formerly BSST/Amerigon) are part of a US Department of Energy (DOE) consortium actively developing a thermoelectric generator (TEG) for capturing waste exhaust heat in vehicles and converting it to electrical energy to be used to power electrical systems within the vehicle. Source: Crane (2013).Click Click to enlarge.

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MARCH 25, 2015

Using technology from the 2016 Chevrolet Volt propulsion system ( earlier post ), Malibu Hybrid will offer an estimated combined fuel economy rating exceeding 45 mpg (5.22 EGHR improves engine warm up and assures consistent fuel economy performance in cold weather. engine with start/stop. An 80-cell, 1.5

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The Truth About Cars

JUNE 8, 2023

Ford spent a lot of money and a lot of time on the development of the MN12 platform. An intentional move on the company’s part, the plan was to catch a more elevated customer than those persuaded by the Fox body trio: Ford Thunderbird, Mercury Cougar, and Lincoln Mark VII. & [Images: seller , Ford] Become a TTAC insider.

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JANUARY 14, 2018

Chevrolet and Ford each are entering the Detroit Auto Show this week on the heels of major truck introductions: for Chevrolet, the next-generation Silverado full-size pickup; for Ford, the return of the Ranger mid-size pickup. Mixed materials also play a part in the all-new suspension. diesel and 5.3L Both the 3.0L diesel and 6.2L

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AUGUST 2, 2012

Ford and suppliers are investing $220 million to transform Van Dyke Transmission into a modern operation capable of producing Ford’s new hybrid transmission—HF35—as well as other fuel-efficient transmissions. Ford developed the HF35 supported in part by a grant from the US Department of Energy (DOE).

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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. The only faster entry was the Ford Police Interceptor Utility powered by a 3.0-liter liter EcoBoost engine. liter-equipped model in 0-60 mph by 1.1

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FEBRUARY 12, 2018

Ford is increasing production of two popular full-size SUVs to meet increasing retail demand for both models. The company is increasing line speed at its Kentucky Truck Plant to build more Lincoln Navigator and Ford Expedition SUVs, boosting production targets approximately 25% since last fall when the SUVs hit the market.

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DECEMBER 31, 2014

Ford is now offering EcoBoost engines in all of its high-performance nameplates—from Fiesta ST to Mustang—enabling a new kind of aftermarket tuning. To allow performance enthusiasts to exploit these capabilities, Ford Racing is offering a programming handset ( ProCal , $595, along with required new sparkplugs) for Focus ST’s 2.0-liter

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MARCH 26, 2012

Ford of Europe has begun production of the new Fiesta ECOnetic Technology, which offers fuel economy of 3.3l/100 mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of 87 g/km, at Ford’s Cologne Assembly plant in Germany. This is part of Ford’s commitment to reduce CO 2 emissions of its cars by 30% between 2006 and 2020.

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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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SEPTEMBER 7, 2011

A research vehicle fitted with a flywheel hybrid system including stop-start has demonstrated improvements in fuel economy of up to 22.4% Ricardo and Ford provided specialist expertise around alternative technologies and applications. Click to enlarge. in the new European ARTEMIS test cycles. Earlier post.).

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OCTOBER 31, 2022

For example, we will account for regional differences in the total cost of ownership related to charging installation costs, electricity and gasoline costs, temperature effects on fuel economy, and insurance as well as federal and state EV incentives and policies. Refueling patterns based on driver time valuation.

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DECEMBER 11, 2023

The benefit is being able to drive many miles on pure electricity, and then have “unlimited range” when heading-out on the open road with a fuel-efficient gasoline engine and hybrid system. The 2023 Ford Escape PHEV compact SUV is a fine example of not only being efficient but also versatile. Two gasoline engines—a 1.5-liter

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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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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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The Truth About Cars

APRIL 28, 2023

The 2022 Ford Explorer Timberline is aimed at a very specific audience – and if you aren’t part of that audience, other Explorer trims will better suit you. Kudos to Ford for keeping radio knobs, and there are nice little storage cubby holes up front. The package does look the part, at least, and for some, that will be a draw.

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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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DECEMBER 14, 2011

Ford’s Michigan Assembly Plant is starting production of the 2012 Focus Electric ( earlier post )—a five-passenger, battery-electric car Ford expects will achieve more than a 100 miles per gallon equivalent (MPGe) fuel economy rating. Optimized gear ratios enabling improvement in fuel economy.

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FEBRUARY 24, 2011

On a drive cycle representing routes with frequent stops and accelerations, the gHEV trucks exhibited a 20% improvement in fuel economy. On drive cycles representing routes with fewer stops and accelerations, the gHEV trucks demonstrated similar fuel economy to the diesels. gasoline engine and Azure Dynamics, Inc.

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APRIL 15, 2013

Ford Motor Co. The new transmissions, to be built in both front- and rear-wheel drive variants, will improve vehicle performance and increase fuel economy. The new transmissions, to be built in both front- and rear-wheel drive variants, will improve vehicle performance and increase fuel economy.

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DECEMBER 20, 2013

A three-year collaboration between Lincoln, Weyerhaeuser and auto parts supplier Johnson Controls has resulted in the creation of a tree-based, renewable alternative to fiberglass for use in auto parts. Pieces made from CRP are roughly 6% lighter, and decrease the reliance on less-environmentally friendly fiberglass parts.

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The Truth About Cars

OCTOBER 19, 2023

It looks like the Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator are dumping their hybrid trims for the 2024 model year. While the company’s reasoning isn’t entirely clear, Car and Driver reported the Blue Oval had cited high demand for the hybrid version of the Explorer-based Police Interceptor Utility, along with demand for other Ford hybrids.

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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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AUGUST 7, 2013

Ford is using plastic reinforced with rice hulls—a byproduct of rice grain—in an electrical harness in the 2014 F-150. —John Viera, Ford global director of sustainability and vehicle environmental matters. The parts are significantly lighter than traditional injection molded parts and lead to a quieter ride.

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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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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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OCTOBER 4, 2017

In New York yesterday, Ford Motor Company provided a strategic update to investors; the presentation follows a four-month deep dive into Ford’s strategy and business operations led by President and CEO Jim Hackett and Ford’s senior leadership team. By 2019, 100% of Ford’s new US vehicles will be built with connectivity.

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APRIL 20, 2011

The 2013 Ford Taurus will become the first car in Ford’s North American lineup to offer the advanced 2.0-liter It is expected to deliver highway fuel economy of at least 31 mpg US (7.6 The new Taurus will be manufactured at Ford’s Chicago Assembly Plant. The Taurus will also offer as standard a 3.5-liter

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MARCH 6, 2012

Ford will offer the 3.5-liter The new Transit will achieve at least 25% better fuel economy compared to similar E-Series vans, due in part to weight savings that will trim at least 300 pounds from Transit compared to a similar E-Series van. By 2013, Ford plans to produce up to 1.5

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MAY 5, 2016

Ford is investing $182.2 The investment was part of Pivotal’s $253-million Series C financing round; the round was led by new investor Ford, in conjunction with Microsoft and all previous investors GE, EMC and VMware. Ford intends for the $182.2-million

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