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2016 Ford F-150 offers ability to run on compressed natural gas, propane

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Transit Connect van and wagon. Transit van, wagon, cutaway and chassis cab. Four of these modifiers offer CNG or propane bi-fuel and dedicated kits for the 2016 F-150: Altech-Eco , bi-fuel & dedicated CNG. F-650 and F-750 chassis cab. F-53 and F-59 stripped chassis. E-Series cutaway and stripped chassis.

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Ford introduces new Transit family in North America; emphasis on improved fuel economy in commercial vehicle segment

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Highlights of the full-size Transit. Ford unveiled the full new 2014 Transit family of commercial vehicles for North America, comprising the full-size Transit, the Transit Connect Van, and the Transit Connect Wagon (shown earlier, earlier post ). Ford will offer Transit’s 3.7-liter

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Ford Investing $550M to Retool SUV Plant to Produce Focus Small Car and EV

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In addition to the Focus battery electric vehicle, Ford is collaborating with Smith Electric to sell a Transit Connect battery electric commercial vehicle for North America in 2010. Ford’s product plans also include a next-generation hybrid vehicle in 2012 and a plug-in hybrid vehicle in 2012.

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Profile: Li-ion Battery and Pack Supplier Valence Technology

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ISO/TS 16949 is the quality management system created by the International Organization of Standards to monitor the design, development, production and servicing of automotive components. UK Business Secretary Lord Mandelson behind the wheel of the Smith Ampere electric van, based on the Ford Transit Connect. Click to enlarge.

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