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Ford Launching Transit Connect in US Starting This Summer; Battery-Electric Version Due in 2010

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The 2010 Ford Transit Connect. Ford is introducing the North American version of the 2010 Transit Connect light commercial vehicle at the 2009 Chicago Auto Show this week. Ford is collaborating with Smith Electric Vehicles to bring the electric Transit Connect to market in North America in 2010.

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Ford announces hybrid car investment plans

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As it bids to establish itself as the leading US manufacturer in the green car race, Ford has announced a huge $450million investment plan that it hopes will pave the way for the next generation of hybrid and plug-in hybrid cars. The announcement was made by Ford Executive Chairman Bill Ford at the Detroit Auto Show [.].

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Ford and Microsoft Partnering on EV Smart Charging

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announced at the New York International Auto Show that they are teaming up to implement the Microsoft Hohm energy management application for Ford’s electric vehicles. Tags: Electric (Battery) Plug-ins Smart charging. Ford Motor Company and Microsoft Corp. —Ed Pleet.

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Ford Introduces 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid; Projected 41 mpg City

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Ford’s Lincoln brand revealed its first hybrid—the new mid-size 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid—during the press preview to the New York International Auto Show. Lincoln’s premium hybrid is expected to deliver at least 41 mpg US (5.7 L/100km) in the city when it goes on sale this fall. Earlier post.) SmartGauge with EcoGuide. Click to enlarge.

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Ford Exec Cites US Energy Policies As Critical Factor in Shaping Future Vehicle Fleet, Calls for Cap-and-Trade Program

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Cischke cited the recent agreement on one national standard for fuel economy and greenhouse gas emissions regulations as an example of how the government, the auto industry and the environmental community can work together toward common goals. Earlier post.) Earlier post.) mpg in 2016. annual increase in average fuel economy through 2016.

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

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At the plant, Ford and United Auto Workers are developing modern new operating practices to ensure high quality and even greater efficiency. 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.

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Ford Teams Up With Microsoft

Revenge of the Electric Car

Ford CEO Alan Mulally announced the partnership Wednesday at the opening day of the New York International Auto Show. Ford CEO Alan Mulally announced the partnership Wednesday at the opening day of the New York International Auto Show. Microsoft’s Hohm to Manage Ford’s Electric Cars.

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