Ford has been perfecting electric vehicle technology for more than a decade. In fact, Ford was the first to introduce a hybrid SUV. Today, Ford is creating the future of electric vehicles with its development of plug-in hybrid and all-electric vehicles. When introduced, they will be the state of the art in electric vehicle technology. Ford has set the bar very high. And you can be confident these innovative new electric vehicles will live up to that high standard.
Ford is creating the
present and future of
electric vehicle technology
Ford Fusion and Escape Hybrid Electric Vehicles are today’s state-of-the-art technology. As for tomorrow, Ford is committed to becoming a world leader in rechargeable electric vehicle technology.
An effective way to reduce your carbon footprint
You’re committed to doing what you can to lessen your impact on the planet. And Ford is committed to creating the electric vehicles that will give you an effective way to do that - without having to sacrifice convenience or performance.
Renewable energy is making electricity even cleaner
Energy companies are working to build more efficient plants and generate more power from renewable energy sources. This is making an electric vehicle an increasingly attractive option for everyone who wants to reduce their carbon footprint.
Great Performance.
Ford has combined its 21st century version of the internal combustion engine with an electric motor and a high-voltage Nickel-Metal-Hydride battery to create its Hybrid Electric Vehicles. They deliver up to 50%* better fuel economy than their non-hybrid counterparts without sacrificing merging and passing power.
*Based on epa-estimated combined drive cycle. Fusion gas, 26 combined mpg; vs. Fusion Hybrid, 39 combined mpg.
Everyone is talking about Electric Vehicles.
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Batteries/Charging
What kind of battery is used in an electric vehicle?
It depends on the vehicle. The current generation of Ford hybrid vehicles use nickel-metal-hydride batteries. Ford will use lithium-ion batteries in third-generation hybrids as well as in plug-in hybrids and all-electric vehicles.
How long does it take to charge an electric vehicle?
For a hybrid electric vehicle, you never have to worry about charging the battery. The gas engine and the braking system charge the battery as you drive. The estimated time for charging an all-electric vehicle is expected to be 20 hours when using a 120-volt outlet and five hours when using a 240-volt outlet upgraded with electric vehicle supply equipment. For the plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, estimated charging time is expected to be eight hours with a 120-volt outlet and 5 hours with a 240-volt outlet upgraded with electric vehicle supply equipment.
Can I just plug an electric vehicle into the outlet in my garage?
Electric Vehicles will be able to be plugged into a standard household 120-volt outlet or into a 240-volt outlet upgraded with electric vehicle supply equipment, which must be installed by a licensed electrician.
What is Microsoft Hohm™ and how does it work?
Hohm™ is an internet-based service developed by Microsoft® that helps future owners of Ford electric vehicles optimize the way they recharge their vehicles and better manage their home energy use. Hohm™ is designed to help customers with plug-in hybrid and all-electric vehicles determine the best time to charge.
