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Ford Testing Intelligent System for Plug-in Vehicle to Grid Communication to Manage Charging

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The Ford PHEV charge settings user interface. The new technology, which builds on Ford technologies such as SYNC, SmartGauge with EcoGuide and Ford Work Solutions—allows the vehicle operator to program when to recharge the vehicle, for how long and at what utility rate. Ford’s PHEV vehicle-to-grid communications. Earlier post.).

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Ford unveils first vehicle to grid communication system

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This new technology allows the vehicle operator to program when to recharge the vehicle, for how long and at what utility rate. Electric vehicles are an important element of our strategy for improving fuel economy and reducing CO2 emissions,” said Bill Ford, Ford’s executive chairman.

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