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Lincoln to introduce first EV next year; full portfolio of connected and electrified vehicles by 2030

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Lincoln will debut its first global fully electric vehicle next year, the first step toward electrifying its entire portfolio of vehicles by the end of the decade. The new electric vehicle will debut as the brand celebrates its 100 th anniversary next year and accelerates growth in North America and China.

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Ford outlines China expansion strategy; SUVs, EVs and connected vehicles; 50+ new Fords and Lincolns by 2025

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In Shanghai, Ford Motor Executive Chairman Bill Ford and CEO Jim Hackett outlined the next phase of the company’s China expansion strategy, focused on SUVs, electric and connected vehicles, a streamlined business structure and closer connections to Chinese customers. —Bill Ford.

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Here’s how Nissan might electrify trucks and SUVs for the US

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bound three-row electric SUV, leading to a clearer vision about which powertrains will show up in which types of vehicles in the near term. That ICE engine acts as a generator only, and there’s no direct mechanical connection between the ICE engine and the wheels. What they do want is a plug-in hybrid,” Pandikuthira said.

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Ford outlines strategic plan to investors; connected, smart vehicles and services, EVs and financial fitness

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Specifically, Ford is: Accelerating the introduction of connected, smart vehicles and services customers want and value. By 2019, 100% of Ford’s new US vehicles will be built with connectivity. Ford reaffirmed its 2017 full-year financial guidance and said its 2018 outlook will be provided in January. billion investment.

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Ford adding hybrid F-150 & Mustang, PHEV Transit, new BEV SUV by 2020; $700M for Flat Rock for EV production; cancels $1.6B Mexico plant

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Ford detailed seven of the 13 new global electrified vehicles it plans to introduce in the next five years, including hybrid versions of the iconic F-150 pickup and Mustang in the US, a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) Transit Custom van in Europe and a fully electric SUV with an expected range of at least 300 miles (483 km) for customers globally.

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Mercedes-Benz showcases EQC, announces EQB electric SUVs at Shanghai show, new DENZA PHEV/EV

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Alongside the Concept GLB are the battery-powered EQC (electricity consumption combined: 20.8 – 19.7 Dieter Zetsche, CEO of Daimler AG and Head of Mercedes-Benz Cars, also announced another all-electric compact SUV: the EQB, which will be available in China from 2021.

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Ford ups its electrified vehicle ante to $11B; 86% trucks and SUVs in the product mix by 2020

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years as it replaces three-quarters of its lineup and adds four new trucks and SUVs. By 2020, trucks and SUVs—including electrified vehicles—are to represent 86% of Ford’s product mix. Ford’s new performance battery electric utility arrives in 2020. billion envisioned by Fields in 2017.

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