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Responsible Battery Coalition and U Michigan launch study to compare electric and gas vehicle lifetime costs

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The Responsible Battery Coalition, in partnership with the University of Michigan Center for Sustainable Systems, launched a comprehensive research project to compare the total cost of ownership of gas and electric vehicles (EVs). Where, when and for whom are EVs most cost-effective? Anticipated driving patterns.

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Ford launches new E-Transit Enhanced Range

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Ford has launched its new E-Transit and has started shipping the vehicle across North America to customers. Yesterday, Ford officially started getting the new E-Transit, which has a better range rating, lower cost of ownership, and better charging than ever before, to customers as it continues to be a leader in commercial EVs.

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Ford exec says most drivers don’t realize the major perks of EVs like charging at home

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Not only is it more efficient, but it also offers extra benefits like skipping the lines at the gas station with the ability to charge at home. Ford is working with its dealers to educate customers with tools like Ford University to counter EV misperceptions. It can also be used to power up your next camping trip or work site.

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Ironic Today Show segment explains tips for gas mileage while anchor sits in electric vehicle

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The Today Show released a helpful segment during this morning’s broadcast, showing tips on how consumers can increase gas mileage as prices at the gas pump are reaching record levels. The only problem is NBC showed these tips on an all-electric Ford Mustang Mach-E.

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U-M researchers challenge USPS EV environmental study

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A new University of Michigan study finds that making the switch to all-electric mail-delivery vehicles would lead to far greater reductions in greenhouse gas emissions than previously estimated by the US Postal Service (USPS). The Postal Service said in February that at least 10% of the new mail trucks would be electric.

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NTSB Chair questions safety impact of heavy EVs

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During a keynote speech to the Transportation Research Board annual meeting Wednesday, National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) Chair Jennifer Homendy questioned the safety impact of electric vehicles. The Ford F-150 Lightning is between 2,000 and 3,000 pounds heavier than the non-electric version. Why does this matter?

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Ford is offering free home EV charging through a new partnership with TXU Energy

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Ford EV drivers can charge 100% for free at home through its new partnership with TXU Energy. Ford and TXU launched the first-of-its-kind program in Texas, offering free home EV charging during select hours. The program enables Ford EV drivers to charge their vehicles at home for free between 7 pm and 1 pm the next day.

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