Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

Ford revealed the production version of the new Transit Custom plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) at IAA Commercial Vehicle show in Hannover, Germany. The Transit Custom PHEV targets an all-electric driving range of 50 kilometers (31 miles), and uses the multi-award-winning Ford 1.0-liter

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Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 4, 2023

Tech: Exploring Ford 5th Wheel Hitches A Comprehensive Guide for Towing Efficiency This article may contain affiliate links. In this extensive guide, we will delve into the world of Ford 5th wheel hitches and explore their features and benefits.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 18, 2017

XL Hybrids announced its XL3 Hybrid Electric Drive System will be installed in 52 vehicles that serve five Massachusetts state agency fleets. The vehicles are up to 25% more efficient and the fleets have already seen an 18% decrease in carbon emissions.

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Teslarati

APRIL 7, 2022

Electric vehicles such as Teslas work great as fleet vehicles. Their total ownership costs tend to be lower than comparable internal combustion cars, their maintenance needs are relatively light, and they tend to be technologically advanced. Fleets comprised of Ford electric cars are now being deployed as well.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 12, 2011

Azure Dynamics Corporation announced 29 new Ford Transit Connect Electric sales, including 8 units in Europe and 21 units in North America, which includes a 3-unit reorder from Johnson Controls, Inc. These sales include: Van Bortel Ford in Rochester, NY. Mission Valley Ford in San Jose, CA (2 units).

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 12, 2011

Detroit Edison (DTE) President and Chief Operating Officer, Steven Kurmas, presented two out of four recently-purchased Ford Transit Connect Electric vehicles ( earlier post ) at DTE Energy headquarters in downtown Detroit. The vehicles were purchased from Suburban Ford of Sterling Heights, Mich., —Steven Kurmas.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 1, 2017

XL Hybrids’s XLP plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) upfit solution ( earlier post ) will roll out on Ford F-150 pickup trucks beginning fourth quarter 2017. Ford, with its top-selling half-ton truck for any make and model, was chosen as the first OEM based on XL Hybrids’ order commitments from major fleet customers.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 7, 2011

Users of Ford Crew Chief —powered by Telogis —are improving fuel efficiency for their fleets by up to 20% through better management of vehicle diagnostics, location and driver behavior. Driver behavior has so much influence on not only fuel efficiency but on the overall maintenance and life of a vehicle.

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Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Ford’s all-in on electrification and Clean Fleet Report had a chance this past week to experience the company’s commitment first hand—from the passenger seat. The first Ford F-150 Lightning pre-production units begin leaving the factory. Two of America’s Best-Selling Vehicles Go Electric. They add a 15.5-inch

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Green Car Congress

JULY 25, 2014

According to a report from Frost and Sullivan (Kumar, 2013), fleet managers adopted more than half of EVs sold globally up to 2013. Thereafter fleet managers adopted or indicated an intent to adopt a larger number of EVs because of the benefits that they offer. Sierzchula (2014) Click to enlarge. — William Sierzchula.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 13, 2016

Pregnant women, children and those with medical conditions in The Gambia—one of Africa’s smallest, poorest countries—may have better access to healthcare through an expansion of a Ford Smart Mobility pilot program. The project uses Ford’s OpenXC ( earlier post ) sensor kits fitted to the motorcycles to gather information.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 27, 2011

Azure Dynamics Corporation has entered an agreement with Ford Motor Company whereby Azure will integrate its proprietary plug-in hybrid (PHEV) technology into the Ford F-Series Super Duty product line. The Ford F-Series Super Duty has a more than 50% share in the North American market.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 10, 2019

This anonymized information is displayed on digital maps in the two road maintenance depots of the Zollernalb district in real time. In the next steps it will be possible to include public service vehicles, such as police cars, as well as vehicle fleets. The pilot test will start in January 2020 and continue until the end of winter.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 17, 2020

Support mobility technologies such as connected and automated vehicles, as well as innovations in transit. Optimization and Evaluation of Energy Savings for Connected and Autonomous Off-Road Vehicles. Ford Motor Company. AOI 10: Enabling Vehicle and Infrastructure Connectivity. Project description. Federal share.

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Clean Fleet Report

MAY 2, 2024

This Flash Drive is an introduction to the ZDX Type S, with Clean Fleet Report doing a more detailed ZDX review when we have had more seat time. The AcuraLink app connects your phone and the ZDX with several convenient features, such as a stolen vehicle locator, remote start and stop and remote door lock and unlock.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 19, 2011

At the “Forward with Ford” event held in June—a conference exploring the linkage of Ford vehicles and technologies to global consumer trends—the company showcased its work on vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) communications with a focus on crash avoidance. US DOT Connected Vehicles Research. Click to enlarge.

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Charged EVs

AUGUST 28, 2023

Now, within only three months: Ford said on May 25 it had agreed with Tesla that Ford EV drivers would gain access to the Supercharger network , while it would fit the Tesla connector to its future EVs; Two weeks later, GM announced essentially the same deal with Tesla; A deluge of support for adoption of the Tesla connector followed.

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Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 31, 2023

We’ve Entered the Age of Shared Mobility This article may contain affiliate links Car sharing has changed dramatically since C lean Fleet Report first reported on it almost two decades ago. Lyft claims it is the fastest-growing ride share service and is available in 190 cities worldwide. However, the company pulled the plug on U.S.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 25, 2021

Ford unveiled the all-electric 2022 F-150 Lightning Pro, a version of the electric F-150 Lightning ( earlier post ) targeted at commercial customers. The Pro joins E-Transit in the lineup of Ford work-ready electric vehicles, backed by a nationwide network offering EV-certified fleet sales, service and financing.

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The Truth About Cars

MAY 30, 2023

Despite being ideal for hauling heavy loads in dense urban areas, and longer routes in a pinch, smaller box trucks have been losing ground to the likes of the Ford Transit and Mercedes Sprinter. But this has become especially true for commercial vehicles which need to keep costs and complexity down to help with fleet sales.

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Clean Fleet Report

JULY 16, 2023

A steady road warrior Clean Fleet Report was in the Taos SEL 4Motion for a week, spending most of our time on Southern California freeways. Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience using the dash gauge computer. All the connections–and knobs!

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 14, 2010

—$700,000—to build a CNG fueling station at its hauling facility in Washington, PA, which will also be available to other fleet operators. The company intends to use natural gas in its fleet of trash and recycle trucks. Waste Management of Pennsylvania Inc. million gallons of blended biodiesel and 280,000 gallons of B100.

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Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 18, 2022

Hyundai’s first-ever pickup comes at a time where the Ford Maverick compact pickup is making waves of its own. The Ford Maverick is more truck-like, while the Hyundai Santa Cruz is more car-like. Clean Fleet Report drove the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz Limited that comes standard with HTRAC, Hyundai-speak for all-wheel drive (AWD).

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Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 30, 2021

Clean Fleet Report. Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience using the dash gauge computer. Clean Fleet Report. Clean Fleet Report’s Sierra AT4 had an attractive two-tone interior of Jet Black with Kalahari accents. Brains and brawn.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 27, 2009

SEV US Corp will initially focus its production on battery-electric-powered vehicles for depot-based predictable-route delivery fleets. In addition to its partnership agreement with Ford on the Transit Connect, SEV US Corp will expand its zero-emission product line to include other van and light truck models based on demand.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 22, 2009

The partners inroduced the prototype at the Electric Utility Fleet Managers Conference in Williamsburg, Va. Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) will add the first test unit to its fleet to conduct routine and emergency overhead line work in PG&E’s northern and central California service area. feet and reach of 28.3

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Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 5, 2023

Look for a full Road Test review soon on Clean Fleet Report. In our short time driving the Prius Prime, we were not able to get a representative fuel economy average, so check back with Clean Fleet Report when we put the Prius Prime through its paces for a full week and can report on real world efficiency.

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Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 8, 2022

Clean Fleet Report was invited to Toyota’s U.S. Clean Fleet Report had the opportunity to drive the Sequoia while pulling a 6,500-pound boat and trailer. The system has Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Wi-Fi Connect with a one-month trial period that includes up to 3 GB. Maintenance Plan – Two years/25,000 miles.

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Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Clean Fleet Report is a big fan of adding a hybrid option to any existing vehicle as a step towards full electrification. The system has Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and Wi-Fi Connect with a one-month trial period that includes up to 3 GB. Maintenance Plan – Two years/25,000 miles. Road Test: 2021 Ford F-150 Hybrid.

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Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Clean Fleet Report drove the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport SEL Premium R-Line 4Motion. Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience using the dash gauge computer. Scheduled Maintenance – Two years/20,000 miles. Smooth V6 Power.

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Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Clean Fleet Report drove the highly optioned Limited, painted in Phantom Black with body color door handles and power, heated exterior mirrors, gloss black pillars, silver-painted front and rear skid plates and a dark chrome grille. Complimentary Maintenance – Three years/36,000 miles. Clean, Refreshing Interior. Blue $30,275.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 8, 2014

The finances of e-motorcycle companies are also more stable thanks to the recent focus on the fleet market, which provides a reliable base to pursue new market strategies and new customers in 2014. Automakers will want to tap into connectivity to offer information and entertainment services. Mature automotive markets—i.e.,

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Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 17, 2021

Clean Fleet Report was driving the highly optioned Limited, which had the standard solar panel roof that charges the 12-volt and hybrid batteries, producing two miles of electric driving range for every six hours the car is left in the sun. This horizontal lighting connects the brake lights, which have small air flow fins.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 21, 2016

Ford is showcasing the latest Transit and Transit Custom line-up powered by the Ford EcoBlue diesel engine ( earlier post ) at 2016 IAA Hannover Commercial Vehicle Show. Two years on from completing the renewal of its Transit line-up at Hannover 2014, Ford is Europe’s fastest-growing commercial vehicle brand. liter engine.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 9, 2010

Azure Dynamics Corporation announced that AT&T has agreed to purchase two of the first Ford Transit Connect Electric vans. The Ford Transit Connect Electric is powered by Azure Dynamics’ Force Drive electric drivetrain with a lithium-ion battery pack from Johnson Controls-Saft.

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Charged EVs

JANUARY 31, 2024

EnviroSpark runs its own EV charging network and helps others with installations, including Tesla, Volkswagen and Ford. EnviroSpark is a vertically-integrated installer and operator of EV charging stations—it handles electrical design, permitting, inspections, construction and installation, and ongoing operation and maintenance.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 31, 2024

EnviroSpark runs its own EV charging network and helps others with installations, including Tesla, Volkswagen and Ford. EnviroSpark is a vertically-integrated installer and operator of EV charging stations—it handles electrical design, permitting, inspections, construction and installation, and ongoing operation and maintenance.

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