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Ford Patent Shows Plan For 800-Volt EV Architecture And Split Battery Pack

InsideEVs

The patent was filed almost four years ago, so Ford could have an 800-volt EV out sooner than we think

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Ford confirms it received Elon Musk’s “How to Design a 48-Volt Vehicle” pamphlet

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When motoring content firm Hagerty published its video review of the Tesla Cybertruck, automotive journalist Jason Cammisa lightly noted that Tesla had sent other auto CEOs a pamphlet called “How to Design a 48-Volt Vehicle.” Farley also remarked that Ford had received the pamphlet on December 5, 2023.

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2022 Ford F-150 Lightning, F-150 Hybrid offer Level-2 vehicle-to-vehicle charging

Green Car Congress

The available Pro Power Onboard feature enables the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning and F-150 PowerBoost Hybrid trucks to function as power sources on wheels with multiple uses. Now, Ford is adding another benefit: vehicle-to-vehicle charging using the Ford-exclusive Pro Power Onboard 240-volt outlet. of lockable storage.

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Ford updates Escape with new ST-Line; full hybrid and plug-in hybrid options

Green Car Congress

Ford has given the 2023 Escape SUV a makeover that includes a stylish new ST-Line series, available 13.2-inch 2023 Ford Escape Plug In Hybrid (left) and ST-Line Elite (right). 2023 Ford Escape Plug In Hybrid (left) and ST-Line Elite (right). Using a 240-volt Level 2 charge, charge time drops to roughly 3.5

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Ford reveals 2022 E-Transit battery-electric van

Green Car Congress

Ford unveiled the 2022 E-Transit van, an all-electric version of the world’s best-selling cargo van. Ford will offer a variety of charging solutions to fit fleet and driver needs, whether at home, at a place of business or on the road. E-Transit features optional Pro Power Onboard, which provides up to 2.4

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Ford Mustang Mach-E customers to receive 250 kWh of complimentary charging at Electrify America stations

Green Car Congress

Ford Mustang Mach-E owners in the US will receive 250 kWh of complimentary charging through FordPass Rewards at Electrify America fast-charging stations. To buy it, customers will be able to call or visit an electric vehicle-certified Ford dealership to order the home wallbox and have it delivered before their vehicle arrives.

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Ford Mustang Mach-E EV improves charging time by ~30%

Green Car Congress

The new Ford Mustang Mach-E electric vehicle can add an estimated average of 61 miles of range in approximately 10 minutes at an Electrify America DC fast charging station with the extended-range battery and rear-wheel drive—an improvement of approximately 14 miles or 30% versus previous estimates. Home charging.

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