The Truth About Cars

MAY 16, 2024

Ford has reported significant losses on its EV business, and a letter obtained by Crain’s Detroit Business/Automotive News shows that the automaker is looking to cut costs with its suppliers. The automaker wants any and all cost-cutting ideas from suppliers, even if it had previously rejected the suggestion.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Ford Pro and Deutsche Post DHL Group recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding to accelerate the deployment of electrified vans used for logistics operations worldwide. Additionally purchases of Ford Pro Special Vehicles with a customized box for inner city distribution in Germany, were concluded.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Ford and Purdue University researchers are working to develop a new, patent-pending charging station cable that could combine with in-development vehicle charging technology, making it even easier for people to transition to EVs with seamless re-charging. —Michael Degner, senior technical leader, Ford Research and Advanced Engineering.

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Electrek

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Is Ford adding Google Maps EV route planning? CEO Jim Farley hinted at the idea this week as owners requested the feature. more… The post Ford ‘absolutely’ working with Google Maps for EV Route Planning like Apple Maps on CarPlay appeared first on Electrek.

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Teslarati

MARCH 30, 2023

In a letter to the NHTSA, Ford announced that it is abandoning its petition that would allow it to operate autonomous vehicles without physical human controls. More specifically, Ford has announced that it will no longer pursue a petition to the NHTSA to operate autonomous vehicles without human controls.

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Baua Electric

MAY 21, 2024

With changes to its EV certification program coming soon, Ford is asking dealers to pause investments. Ford plans to update dealers on new changes amid a “rapidly changing EV market.” Ford spokesperson Marty Gunsberg confirmed this past December that several dealers have opted out of the program. billion loss last year.

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Green Car Reports

JANUARY 4, 2021

The idea of applying the Mustang’s pony car heritage to Ford’s first widely available electric vehicle, the Mach-E, might seem like sacrilege to some, or the smartest product decision of the decade to others.

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Green Car Reports

DECEMBER 23, 2020

The idea of applying the Mustang’s pony car heritage to Ford’s first widely available electric vehicle, the Mach-E, might seem like sacrilege to some, or the smartest product decision of the decade to others.

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Electrek

JUNE 14, 2023

Ford filed a patent last week for a roof-mounted backup EV battery system designed to give you the extra juice while off the grid. The idea is likely a pipe dream, but it shows you how automakers are getting creative in the electric era.

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Green Car Reports

JULY 16, 2021

Bosch thinks CVTs are a good idea for EVs. And Ford looks at towing and charging. Jeep is rolling out a full slate of electric SUVs. GM is extending its holistic charging approach to fleets. This and more, here at Green Car Reports.

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The Truth About Cars

DECEMBER 6, 2023

And, as we all know, car companies tend to trademark both names and product ideas all the time – few of which ever see the light of day. Sometimes this is to guard and protect an idea or innovation while other times it is to misdirect its competition (and media, it must be said). Image: Ford] Become a& TTAC insider.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 19, 2023

Running these experiments on supercomputers instead of in the real world allows manufacturers to test new ideas while saving energy, time, and resources. One of the six awards goes to Ford, to support the development of a high-fidelity CFD model for solvent evaporation and transport in porous structures during battery electrode drying.

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Green Car Reports

JUNE 8, 2021

The 2022 Ford Maverick tackles a conundrum many American families have faced for years: They might like the idea of a truck, but all of the pickup options are far more mammoth, more capable, and thirstier than what they need for the occasional weekend-adventure gear or home-project needs.

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Teslarati

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Ford has commented to Teslarati , explaining the image posted by its FordPerformance Instagram account, teasing an upcoming vehicle with Formula 1 driver Daniel Ricciardo and Ford CEO Jim Farley. Ford has recently re-entered Formula 1 after a long hiatus.

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Electrek

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Camping, glamping, whatever you prefer, Ford looks to upgrade the experience with its next electric truck. Its latest idea enables the back of the truck’s cabin to pivot open like an SUV, creating a spacious room for you to enjoy the outdoors.

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Teslarati

DECEMBER 17, 2022

Ford has teased its upcoming EV SUV that would be made at its Cologne, Germany Facility. Ford has rapidly introduced new electric models to its lineup over the past year. First was the Ford Mustang Mach-E , then the F150 Lightning, but now many are asking what is next for the historic brand. Credit: Ford.

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InsideEVs

JULY 16, 2021

Ford patent reveals related real-world uses. An EV can be charged by towing it or rolling it down a hill.

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The Truth About Cars

AUGUST 1, 2023

Ford, a pioneer of V8 engines and muscle cars, is certainly no exception, but the automaker’s executives aren’t giving up on displacement just yet. Speaking to the Australian publication Carsales , Ford Performance Motorsports global director Mark Rushbrook said the company had not defined an endpoint to V8 production.

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Baua Electric

MAY 9, 2024

Ford Europe is reportedly flirting with the idea of adjusting its electrification strategy in the region as BEV sales have been slow to take off. Originally, the European arm of Ford Motor Company said it would only sell battery-electric models by 2030, but that commitment could soon change. It all depends on the consumer.

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CleanTechnica EVs

AUGUST 15, 2022

Ford recently announced two new special edition packages for its Bronco and Bronco Sport vehicles that give the vehicle a more retro look. The idea, ultimately, […].

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InsideEVs

APRIL 14, 2023

This time, it may be safe to turn the tables and say Tesla could be taking an idea from Ford's playbook.

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Cars That Think

OCTOBER 2, 2022

In 2012, with California in the midst of a severe drought, Schneider, then a mechanical engineering graduate student at Stanford University , once again tossed out a “cool idea.” The general idea is really simple,” Schneider says. “A A lot of people have said they also thought of this idea.

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Teslarati

JUNE 15, 2021

In a recent post on Twitter, Ford CEO Jim Farley responded positively to the idea of the Ford Mustang Mach-E 1400 — the automaker’s one-off monster— drag racing the Tesla Model S Plaid. . Describing the Ford Mustang Mach-E 1400 as a monster is not an exaggeration. pic.twitter.com/NOgtk4ZOhO. seconds at 134.5

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CleanTechnica EVs

MAY 24, 2021

Is the Ford F-150 Lighting the greatest idea since sliced bread or an over-priced toy for a few wealthy drivers?

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Teslarati

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

Ford CEO Jim Farley believes there may be some merit to separating the automaker’s electric vehicle project from the company’s main operation. This may prove to be too difficult, and Ford is not considering the option, according to the report. Ford also expanded its production goals on Farley’s request.

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The Truth About Cars

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

The build-and-price tool for the 2024 Ford F-150 is now live, meaning we can poke around in what Ford asserts is a streamlined ordering process in which the number of buildable combinations has been cut by 90 percent compared to last year. And I’d add the $410 illuminated Ford logo because I am indeed That Guy.

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Electrek

JULY 12, 2023

Less than a week after rolling its last combustion dependent Fiesta off its assembly lines in Europe to make room for its EV future, Ford is already flirting with the idea of keeping the party going – just without those pesky emissions clouding up the dance floor. 2all EV and the modular MEB platform it sits atop.

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The Truth About Cars

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Nevertheless, it’s a decent idea to inject a skiff of realism into these exercises. With styling hauled in line with other Ford trucks, a crew cab with a 5-foot bed is the lone body style on offer, making that choice rather easy. Images: Ford] Become a& TTAC& insider. All told with destination?

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The Truth About Cars

JUNE 2, 2023

V8 engine has been the F-150’s volume seller, but that hasn’t stopped some gearheads deep within the skunkworks of Ford Performance from coming up with a relatively affordable supercharger kit for the mill – one which cranks the wick to 700 horsepower. Image: Ford] Become a& TTAC& insider. to 700 horsepower and 590 lb.-ft

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Teslarati

MAY 26, 2021

Just a week after Ford unveiled the F-150 Lightning in a very public unveiling event, the all-electric pickup has been spotted in New York City sporting a massive power frunk that could be used for storing impressive amounts of cargo or charging power tools. Ford bumps its EV investment to $30B, F-150 Lightning grabs 70k pre-orders.

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The Truth About Cars

JULY 10, 2023

I heard those words many times from my parents and have likely said them countless times to my own kids, but a recent patent from Ford may change how people ride in their vehicles – at least off-road. While this sounds like an invitation for some people to act foolishly, Ford said the system is only for use within defined boundaries.

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Electrek

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Ford Motor Co. In addition to exploring EV manufacturing in India, Ford is also open to the idea of reopening its sales books in India for EVs only. more… The post Ford is exploring India as a possible hub to manufacture EVs for export following recent halt to sales in the country appeared first on Electrek.

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Teslarati

MAY 2, 2022

It turns out Ford was underpromising when it initially quoted its expected specs for the F-150 Lightning. Ford F-150 Lightning units with the extended-range battery pack actually make 580 hp, 17 hp more than its initial figure of 563 hp. . The electric pickup truck market seems to be the next big frontier for EVs.

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Teslarati

JUNE 14, 2022

Since the F-150 Lightning’s debut, Ford has made it a point to highlight the fact that the all-electric pickup truck could be used as a backup power supply during emergencies. The Ford F-150 Lightning comes with large battery packs that are worthy of the vehicle’s size. Don’t hesitate to contact us with news tips.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 15, 2013

The Coca-Cola Company and Ford Motor Company are collaborating on the first interior fabric made from the same renewable material used to produce Coca-Cola’s PlantBottle Technology packaging. The Ford Fusion Energi research vehicle will be on display later this month at the Los Angeles Auto Show.

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Teslarati

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Ford has captured a tremendous accolade with the Mustang Mach-E after Kelley Blue Book announced that the all-electric crossover is the Electric Vehicle Best Buy for 2022. Its SUV-leaning shape and fresh attitude also contribute to the Mach-E’s value to both Ford and to the emerging EV landscape.” ” (Credit: Ford).

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Charged EVs

MAY 11, 2022

Ford knows trucks, and demand for its F-150 Lightning shows truck buyers may not be as afraid of EVs as many think. The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning pickup truck may be the first real mass-market electric vehicle sold in the US. At the top of the heap is the Ford F-Series, the best-selling US. vehicle line for more than 40 years.

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