CleanTechnica EVs

AUGUST 22, 2024

Ford is backing off its electric vehicle plans as it calibrates a pathway to the future. The post Ford Says Electrified Trucks Are Its Future appeared first on CleanTechnica. Will it figure things out in time?

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Teslarati

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

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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Teslarati

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Ford Motor Co. Now, Ford is chasing directions. In a recent LinkedIn post , Ford’s President of International Markets Group Kay Hart shared that the company has submitted a Letter of Intent (LOI) to the Government of Tamil Nadu in India. “The is turning to India to expand its exporting business globally.

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The Truth About Cars

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Though it’s an American automaker, Ford has pushed the Ranger further forward in other markets than in its home country. Ford revealed the truck at the 2025 IAA Transportation Show in Germany. The Ranger PHEV offers 28 miles of all-electric range on the WLTP cycle, and the truck has Ford’s useful Pro Power Onboard generator system.

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Electrek

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

After back-to-back record EV sales in July and August, GM is on the cusp of surpassing Ford this year. As new electric models like the Chevy Equinox and Blazer EVs hit the market, will GM overtake Ford in EV sales this year?

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Green Car Reports

JULY 31, 2024

Ford refreshed the Maverick pickup truck for 2025 The updated Maverick can pair the hybrid powertrain with all-wheel drive The 2025 Ford Maverick is on sale now and costs $27,890 The Ford Maverick compact pickup truck has impressed with its fuel efficiency and capability, but customers wanting all-wheel drive have had to opt for non-hybrid models.

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EV Central

AUGUST 26, 2024

Ford has announced it will launch a Ford Ranger sized EV ute in 2027, despite pulling the pin on a flagship three-row SUV and shelving other high-profile projects to develop future EVs. Ford says it expects to lose up to $US5.5 The post Electrified Ford Ranger on the way as Ford lays out EV plans appeared first on EV Central.

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Teslarati

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

A Ford Mustang Mach-E driver from Pennsylvania is facing charges over an incident last March that claimed the lives of two individuals. Just as Esenbekov was getting out of his car, a Ford Mustang Mach-E driven by Dimple Patel crashed into his vehicle. Ford has noted that it is aware of the incident.

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The Truth About Cars

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Following a recent trip to China, which involved driving locally-produced vehicles, Ford CEO Jim Farley shared his thoughts, expressing concern that Chinese automakers have progressed into an “existential threat.” Farley and Ford CFO John Lawler spoke after the drive, with Lawler noting that “these guys are ahead of us.”

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The Truth About Cars

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Ford Motor is in discussions with Tamil Nadu, India, to potentially restart vehicle production for export, marking a possible return after exiting the Indian market in 2021. In 2023, Ford sold one of its two Indian manufacturing plants to Tata Motors, while its Chennai plant, located in Tamil Nadu, was shuttered.

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CleanTechnica EVs

JULY 4, 2024

Ford's electric vehicle lineup is outperforming itself in 2024, with the all-electric Mustang Mach-E, F-150 Lightening, and E-Transit van gaining popularity alongside the Maverick hybrid electric pickup truck. The post Ford Electric Vehicle Sales Report: Take That, Haters! appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Teslarati

AUGUST 28, 2024

Ford Motor Co. appointed Todd Willing the new Global Design Director for Ford and Lincoln brands worldwide. Willing was formerly the Global Design Director for Ford’s electric vehicle (EV) division, the Model e. Willing’s promotion supports Ford’s upcoming plans.

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CleanTechnica EVs

AUGUST 13, 2024

Ford and TXU Energy announced this week they have teamed up to create a first-of-its-kind retail energy offering for Ford electric SUV and truck customers in Texas. The TXU Free EV Miles program offers Ford EV drivers the opportunity to charge their vehicle at home entirely for free, since more.

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Green Car Reports

AUGUST 19, 2024

The 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E is among three vehicles Ford is recalling for a bad windshield wiper motor. The others are the 2023-2024 Maverick and 2023 Ford Bronco Sport. A total of 37,371 vehicles are affected.

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Green Car Reports

APRIL 10, 2024

Ford is cutting prices on some 2024 F-150 Lightning electric pickup trucks by up to $5,500, CarsDirect reports, citing a bulletin sent by Ford to dealerships. Effective April 5, the XLT Standard Range grade gets a $2,000 price cut, bringing its base price down to $65,090 with the mandatory $2,095 destination charge.

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CleanTechnica EVs

JULY 22, 2024

The electric car plans of Ford and Mercedes are changing as both companies adjust their sales strategies to customer demand. The post Ford & Mercedes Do The Electric Car Gavotte appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Green Car Reports

AUGUST 18, 2024

Ford is looking to patent roof rails and roof racks that can stow away when not in use, helping to reduce aerodynamic drag and potentially improving fuel economy or EV range.

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Green Car Reports

JULY 25, 2024

Ford's CEO acknowledged small EVs are key to mass adoption and profitability Ford currently doesn't make a small EV in the U.S.

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Teslarati

AUGUST 27, 2024

Ford has promoted a design executive in charge of its Model e electric vehicle (EV) division to a global design role, set to lead both Ford and Lincoln brand vehicle models. The decision is effective as of Tuesday, following a number of other roles held by the 21-year Ford veteran.

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Green Car Reports

JULY 31, 2024

Ford Mustang Mach-E GT owners can make their cars quicker with a few taps of their phone and a one-time charge. On Tuesday, Ford announced a Performance Upgrade for the 2024 Mustang Mach-E GT that increases torque and drops the electric crossover's 0-60 mph and quarter-mile times. The performance boost costs $995 plus tax.

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Green Car Reports

JULY 19, 2024

Ford's adding Super Duty heavy-duty pickup truck production to its Canadian factory Ford originally said it would use that factory to build EVs The move might signal an electrified Ford Super Duty HD pickup is coming Ford will build Super Duty heavy-duty pickup trucks at a factory previously slated to build EVs.

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CleanTechnica EVs

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Ford has a plan to hook up EV and hybrid EV drivers in the US with low-cost renewable energy, through a new vehicle-to-grid platform called ChargeScape in partnership with BMW and Honda. The post Ford Has A Huge, Honking Renewable Energy Trick Up Its Sleeve appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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CleanTechnica EVs

JULY 10, 2024

Ford's sporty new Capri EV is heading across the pond to Europe, so US car buyers will have to look elsewhere for zero emission mobility. The post Ford Launches Sporty New Capri EV… Across The Pond appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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The Truth About Cars

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

There is a new Ford patent for a system that would play personalized ads inside of cars, which would vary based upon numerous factors. In fact, Ford has already responded by suggesting that the patent doesn’t necessarily reflect its future plans. We only found out about it because it ended up being spotted by Ford Authority.

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Green Car Reports

AUGUST 13, 2024

Ford on Tuesday issued a do-not-drive warning to owners of Fusion Hybrid, Mercury Milan Hybrid, and Lincoln MKZ Hybrid sedans who did not have defective Takata airbags replaced under three previous recalls. Like many other automakers, Ford was supplied airbags by Japanese firm Takata.

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Electric Cars Report

JULY 19, 2024

Ford Pro, Ford Motor Company’s commercial division, is introducing the Ford Pro Smart Charging Bundle to California, one of America’s larger commercial fleet markets. Charging operations for electric vehicle fleets can be complex.

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InsideEVs

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

that it could dethrone the Ford F-150 as the long-time king of the best-selling vehicle crown. The Tesla Model Y is selling so well in the U.S.

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CleanTechnica EVs

JULY 7, 2024

I recall that one of the first big names in the industry to bring it up was Jim Farley, CEO of Ford. And as a result, Ford said that it was adjusting. continued] The post What the Heck is Going on with Ford Electric Car Demand & Forecasting? appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Teslarati

JULY 9, 2024

The state of Michigan has cut Ford factory incentives by over half, after the company announced plans to significantly downsize its electric vehicle (EV) and battery production plans in the state in recent months. Michigan has cut Ford’s tax incentives to $409.1 million, down from the previous agreement of $1.03

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CleanTechnica EVs

AUGUST 24, 2024

Ford’s backing off on some upcoming EV models, including a three-row SUV many had been looking forward to, and will instead be focusing more on hybrids. continued] The post GM & Ford Are Struggling With EVs Again, But Why? GM has been having different problems with software, recently laying off 1,000 developers after a.

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Green Car Reports

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Ford led the industry last year in announcing a shift to the Tesla charge port and its North American Charging Standard (NACS), signaling Ford’s adoption of the NACS charge port in future EVs, while also providing upcoming access to the Tesla Supercharger network for existing Ford EV drivers. Ford is also the.

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Teslarati

AUGUST 29, 2024

Ford CEO Jim Farley travels Europe in the company’s e-Transit Custom van. Farley is gathering customer feedback as he travels with the Ford e-Transit Custom van. “Hi, Farley summed up the people he met during his trip behind the wheel of a Ford e-Transit Custom. He visited the Autohaus Bayer Transit Center, a Ford Pro dealer.

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InsideEVs

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Ford's recent decision to push back new EVs is seen as a retreat. But maybe it's a regrouping and reloading instead. Can it work in time?

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CleanTechnica EVs

JUNE 15, 2024

Ford is still trying to figure out how fast the transition to electric cars is going to happen as it adjusts its relationship with dealers. The post Ford Revises Dealer Requirements To Sell Electric Cars appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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The Truth About Cars

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Ford was the most recalled automaker in 2023, and things haven’t calmed down much this year. Though the 2022 model year is included, Ford said it revised its valve material and construction in late October 2021, which remedied the issue. Ford said it may reimburse owners who had already paid for repairs, depending on their eligibility.

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Teslarati

JULY 3, 2024

Ford flexed a strong Q2 for its electric vehicle division, known as Model e, showing a 61 percent growth in sales for the quarter and a 72 percent increase for the year. that is outpacing Ford in terms of EV sales. While it is by a sizeable margin, Ford still leads the way when it comes to legacy car companies.

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The Truth About Cars

AUGUST 22, 2024

Ford is recalling 4,595 examples of the 2024 model year Mustang due to an issue with the rear suspension. Based on documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Ford had requested records to determine the number of impacted parts. Images: Ford Motor Co.] Records of supplier Citic Dicastal Co.

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