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NOVEMBER 2, 2012

Ford’s new C-MAX Hybrid ( earlier post ) sold 3,182 units in October in its first full month of sales, outselling the Prius v’s 2,769 units. The C-MAX Hybrid also led Ford in achieving its best October hybrid sales month ever with a total of 4,612 sales, up 142% over October 2011.

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Prius Ford Hybrid Sale 294

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OCTOBER 14, 2009

Ford Motor Company’s US hybrid sales for the first nine months of 2009 are 73% higher than the same period in 2008, fueled by the introduction of hybrid versions of the 2010 Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan, which went on sale in March 2009. Hybrid customers increasingly are considering Ford. Earlier post.).

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2009 Hybrid Sale Ford 246

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FEBRUARY 25, 2011

The new Ford Focus ( earlier post ) with the SFE (Super Fuel Economy) package is EPA-certified at 40 mpg on the highway and 28 mpg city. Focus becomes the fourth vehicle in the Ford Motor Company vehicle lineup with an EPA-certified rating of 40 mpg (on either city or highway cycles) or more.

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Fuel Economy MPG Economy EPA 239

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2013

2014 Honda Accord Hybrid. Honda has begun US production of the 2014 Accord Hybrid ( earlier post ), which will carry an EPA fuel economy rating of 50 mpg (4.7 The EPA rating is 1 mpg higher than Honda had originally anticipated for the hybrid (49 mpg). gasoline engine for hybrid applications.

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MPG 2014 Honda EPA 230

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NOVEMBER 9, 2012

Overview of the C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid. Ford began production of the 2013 C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid vehicle ( earlier post ) at Michigan Assembly in October, and the vehicles are heading for showrooms. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.). Earlier post.). Starting MSRP is $29,995 (after a federal tax credit). Earlier post.).

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Plug-in Plug Ford Hybrid 312

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JANUARY 9, 2012

2013 Ford Fusion. Ford unveiled the new 2013 Ford Fusion midsize sedan, with conventional gasoline engine; hybrid featuring a next-generation of Ford’s hybrid system; and plug-in hybrid versions at the Detroit Auto Show—the first production sedan to offer that trio of options.

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Fusion Plug-in Hybrid Ford 236

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JANUARY 19, 2019

Ford revealed the enhanced Mondeo—including a new Hybrid Wagon variant for the first time—at the Brussels Motor Show in Belgium. Further significant Mondeo powertrain upgrades include: Ford’s advanced 2.0-liter Further significant Mondeo powertrain upgrades include: Ford’s advanced 2.0-liter l/100 km (53.4

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Diesel Europe Hybrid Ford 277

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DECEMBER 6, 2012

Road testing by Consumer Reports has found the fuel economy on the 2013 Fusion Hybrid sedan and new C-Max Hybrid falling far short below Ford (and EPA) triple 47 mpg (5.0 47 mpg for city, highway and combined—for both vehicles. Consumer Reports found the Fusion Hybrid delivered 39 mpg (6.0

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Fusion EPA Ford MPG 244

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OCTOBER 21, 2021

EPA fuel economy numbers for the upcoming 2022 Maverick Hybrid pickup are shaping up to be even better than Ford had previously expected.

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MPG Ford Hybrid Fuel Economy 197

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MARCH 24, 2021

Following a successful initial pilot program using nine Lightning Electric Ford Transit 350HD electric vans in the US late last year, DHL Express plans to deploy the remaining 89 electric vehicles this year in New York and California. Earlier post.). Earlier post.).

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Los Angeles Isuzu Colorado Ford 545

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NOVEMBER 11, 2010

The non-hybrid 2011 Chevrolet Cruze Eco delivers an EPA-estimated 42 mpg on the highway (manual transmission models), with city fuel economy of 28 mpg. Aerodynamic improvements over non-Eco manual-transmission models contributed approximately six mpg to the Cruze’s EPA-estimated 42 mpg highway fuel economy.

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MPG EPA Chevrolet Altima Hybrid 247

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2021

After more than 20 years of hybrid sales in the U.S., it’s hard to believe that Toyota hasn’t made a single hybrid pickup. But no, the hybrid pickup Toyota’s delivering isn’t going to land anywhere close to the 40-mpg Ford Maverick hybrid pickup revealed earlier this year, or channeling high-mpg.

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MPG Toyota Hybrid Ford 209

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AUGUST 4, 2021

The 2022 Ford Maverick hybrid pickup offers three-quarter-ton payload and will tow up to 2,000 pounds; and yet it’s expected to achieve a 40 mpg city rating from the EPA.

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MPG Hybrid Escape Ford 190

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DECEMBER 13, 2013

Auto Start-Stop technology will be available on 70% of Ford’s North American vehicle lineup by 2017, the company said. Ford Auto Start-Stop can increase fuel efficiency by up to 10% in city driving. liter EcoBoost engine ( earlier post ) is set to go on sale in the 2014 Ford Fiesta. Rated at 45 mpg EPA highway (5.2

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Available Ford 2017 America 351

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FEBRUARY 6, 2019

XL, a provider of connected vehicle electrification solutions for commercial, utility and municipal fleets, will unveil a plug-in hybrid electric version of the popular Ford F-250 pickup truck at the NTEA Work Truck show, 5-8 March in Indianapolis. Earlier post.).

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Plug-in F-150 Plug Ford 291

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FEBRUARY 27, 2018

XL Hybrids will display three fleet-ready, electrified pickup truck solutions at NTEA’s Work Truck Show next week in Indianapolis. XL is unveiling the industry’s first XLH hybrid-electric F-250 pickup in its booth, while also displaying an XLP plug-in hybrid-electric F-150. —Clay Siegert, chief operating officer for XL.

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F-150 Hybrid 2018 Ford 239

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FEBRUARY 24, 2012

This is a very important tool for Ford, Gray said. The hybrid system in the coming 2013 MY Fusion and C-Max hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) ( earlier post ) marks the third major generation of Ford’s powersplit system. With the Generation 3 HEV system, Ford decided to downsize the engine from a 2.5L

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Hybrid Fusion Li-ion Fuel Economy 275

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JUNE 13, 2014

Ford Motor Company is lowering the fuel economy ratings for its 2013- and 2014-model year hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles, as well as most 2014-model year Fiestas. The MKZ hybrid, however, was hit with a 15.6% The MKZ hybrid, however, was hit with a 15.6% No other label adjustments are planned. Click to enlarge.

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Fuel Economy Economy Ford Plug-in 218

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

Ford’s Transit Custom Plug-In Hybrid van ( earlier post )is available to order now with first deliveries before the end of the year. Ford’s multi-award-winning 1.0?liter l/100 km fuel efficiency (87 mpg US) and 60 g/km CO 2 emissions NEDC. A net payload of 1,130 kg and unchanged load volume of 6.0

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APRIL 7, 2011

Ford Motor Company will stage the debut of the new Focus ECOnetic next week at the Amsterdam Motor Show. litres of diesel per 100 kilometers (67 mpg US) and to deliver CO 2 emissions of less than 95g/km when certification is completed later this year. Focus ECOnetic is expected to use less than 3.5

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Diesel MPG Ford Motoring 278

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MARCH 11, 2013

As a returning Ford buyer I feel deceived. What was Ford thinking when they published 47/47/47 estimates? Based on the advertised EPA estimates, I would have been OK with low 40’s.but 28-33 mpg is not even in the ballpark. Real-world MPG estimates should have been promoted in the mid-30’s. The constant response?

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Ford Prius Honda Insight MPG 252

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JANUARY 23, 2013

All eyes are on Ford at the moment, following criticism that its hybrid models aren't getting anywhere near official EPA gas mileage. Consumer Reports has confirmed this, with the result of its testing on the 2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid returning a bittersweet 39 mpg figure.

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Fusion MPG 2013 Ford 151

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OCTOBER 11, 2012

The new Ford C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid ( earlier post ), which goes on sale in the US this year, is now EPA- certified at 100 miles-per-gallon equivalent (MPGe) combined city and highway, and 108 MPGe in the city. Ford projects that its Fusion Energi plug-in hybrid, due out in early 2013, will deliver 100+ MPGe combined.

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EPA Prius Plug-in Plug 218

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APRIL 2, 2012

Ford is offering the Auto Start-Stop system on its new non-hybrid 2013 Fusion equipped with a 1.6-liter The Ford Auto Start-Stop system includes a 12V battery designed for long. Ford is making Auto Start-Stop available for non-hybrids in the US with the new 1.6-liter liter EcoBoost: projected 37 mpg highway.

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Fusion 2013 Auto Ford 236

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JULY 7, 2023

The 37-mpg hybrid version of the 2024 Ford Maverick is no longer the cheapest version in the lineup. The turbo-4 non-hybrid is now the base engine. According to Ford, the 2024 Maverick XL starts at $24,995, including the $1,595 destination charge, while the Maverick Hybrid XL starts at $26,495.

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MPG Ford Hybrid Engine 157

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

The Ford F-150 Hybrid powertrain has been updated for 2024 Hybrid F-Series models no longer shudder and judder The F-150 Hybrid costs $59,345, delivers good value for money Ford fixed the F-150 Hybrid. The 2024.

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F-150 Ford Hybrid MPG 175

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JULY 20, 2012

Ford expects the new Ford C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid (PHEV) ( earlier post ) to achieve more than 20 miles of electric-only range and a 550-mile overall range on a single tank of fuel. The C-MAX Hybrid (conventional version) is projected to have fuel economy of 47 mpg on the city cycle.

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Fuel Economy Economy Plug-in Miles 244

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JANUARY 10, 2011

Ford C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid. On the heels officially introducing the Focus Electric last week ( earlier post ), Ford revealed two next-generation hybrids—including its first production plug-in hybrid (PHEV)—at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Click to enlarge.

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Plug-in Hybrid Ford Plug 231

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DECEMBER 11, 2020

Ford has confirmed a 25-mpg combined EPA fuel economy rating for the most fuel-efficient version of the F-150 hybrid lineup, which carries the PowerBoost badge. Ford says that 4x2 versions of the F-150 hybrid come in at 25 mpg city, 26 highway, and 25 combined—with a range of 750 miles on a tank of gasoline.

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F-150 MPG Gasoline Ford 164

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NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Hybrids are a great choice for reliability, according to a the latest Consumer Reports survey, with the Ford Maverick, Toyota Corolla, and Lexus NX rated among the most reliable. Hybrid cars and hybrid SUVs ranked first and third, respectively, in the nonprofit's Annual Auto Reliability Report, released Tuesday.

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Toyota Ford Hybrid MPG 184

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MAY 29, 2014

Consumer Reports fuel economy tests found the Honda Accord Hybrid delivered impressive overall fuel-economy of 40 mpg (5.88 l/100 km), tying the smaller Honda Civic Hybrid and falling below the top-performing and smaller Toyota Prius hatchback by only 4 mpg. Earlier post.).

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Fuel Economy MPG Economy Honda 199

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APRIL 28, 2009

miles per gallon in an off-the-showroom floor, non-modified 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid, nearly doubling its EPA rating. Not only does this demonstrate the Fusion Hybrid’s fuel efficiency, it also shows that driving technique is one of the keys to maximizing its potential.” The Fusion Hybrid 1,000-Mile Challenge started on 25 April.

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Fusion Miles Gas Ford 231

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NOVEMBER 6, 2019

Automotive and industrial supplier Schaeffler is supplying its modular hybrid transmission to the 2020 Ford Explorer and Police Interceptor Utility, as well as the 2020 Lincoln Aviator. Explorer Limited Hybrid featuring a 3.3-liter Explorer Limited Hybrid featuring a 3.3-liter liter EcoBoost engine. liter EcoBoost engine.

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2020 Ford Hybrid Supplies 186

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AUGUST 21, 2018

XL received approval from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to sell hybrid electric Ford F-250 pickup trucks in California, marking the 14 th CARB executive order achieved by the company. XL has earned the highest number of CARB executive orders for commercial vehicle electrification in the automotive industry. .

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California Ford North America Fleet 260

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SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

2014 Accord plug-in hybrid. Set to go on sale in early 2013, Honda’s 2014 Accord Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) Sedan ( earlier post ) will offer the ability to run in an all-electric mode for 10 to 15 miles and a calculated total driving range of more than 500 miles. Click to enlarge.

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Plug-in 2014 Honda Plug 345

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OCTOBER 26, 2009

Rendering of the Gen 2 series plug-in hybrid powertrain under development. A Bloomfield, Michigan startup is developing light- and medium-duty series plug-in hybrid electric vehicle powertrain systems—initially as conversions, but ultimately extending to an OEM basis. V8: from 14 mpg to up to 43 mpg, depending on vehicle use.

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Conversion Plug-in Plug Hybrid 301

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DECEMBER 11, 2019

Official EPA fuel economy ratings have been released for the 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid, and they’re among the best in its class. The Escape Hybrid achieves 41 mpg combined (44 mpg city, 37 highway) with front wheel drive, or 40 mpg combined (43 mpg city, 37 mpg highway) with all-wheel drive.

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Escape MPG 2020 Hybrid 127