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Ford Sustainability Report details pilot program in South Africa to deliver health care, education

Green Car Congress

A new Ford Motor Company pilot program aims to enhance mobility health services in rural areas of South Africa and Nigeria. The services will be accessed using enhanced mobility and connectivity technologies from Ford vehicles. Ford has unveiled a number of new technologies to help people stay better connected behind the wheel.

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IEEE Forms Board Dedicated to Its Humanitarian Activities

Cars That Think

The virtual event connects IEEE members from around the world who are using or want to use their technical expertise to address sustainable development challenges. EPICS also funds engineering projects in four core categories: access and abilities; community needs; environment; and education and outreach.

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles actually good for the environment?

Drive Electric

A battery electric vehicle (BEV) uses an electric motor instead of an internal combustion engine. These vehicles use large traction battery packs to power the motor. EV MYTH ONE: Manufacturing EVs is just as bad for the environment as ICEVs. In comparison, EV engines run on lithium batteries.

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles actually good for the environment?

Drive Electric

A battery electric vehicle (BEV) uses an electric motor instead of an internal combustion engine. These vehicles use large traction battery packs to power the motor. EV MYTH ONE: Manufacturing EVs is just as bad for the environment as ICEVs. In comparison, EV engines run on lithium batteries.