Tag: Ford
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BMW, Ford, Honda unite for ChargeScape: EV grid services
An alliance to unlock EV technology and grid resiliency Automakers BMW, Ford, and Honda have announced a joint venture to revolutionize the electric vehicle (EV) market. They plan to unveil ChargeScape, a new company with an ambitious mandate: optimizing energy services for EVs in a way that benefits both consumers and electric utilities. “Electric grid…
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Ford Mustang Mach-E Rally pushes EVs into rugged territory
First-ever rally-inspired electric vehicle breaks new ground in performance and style Ford has been a household name in the auto industry for years, but now the brand is shaking up the status quo with its newest addition, the Ford Mustang Mach-E Rally. Touted as the first-ever rally-inspired electric vehicle, this newcomer promises to make waves…
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Electric vehicle sales hit records, future challenges await
Tesla’s market share soars as U.S. electric vehicle adoption accelerates The U.S. electric vehicle (EV) market saw impressive sales numbers in the second quarter of 2023, recording nearly 300,000 new EV sales – a record for any quarter. This robust performance represents a significant 48.4% increase from Q2 2022. Market dynamics: Tesla still on top…
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U.S. EV battery expansion: BlueOval SK secures $9.2B loan
The Department of Energy bolsters American EV battery production with a significant investment in BlueOval SK. The U.S. Department of Energy’s Loan Programs Office (LPO) recently announced a conditional commitment for a loan of up to $9.2 billion to BlueOval SK LLC (BOSK), a significant entity in the EV battery sector. BlueOval SK’s integral role…
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The electric Ford SuperVan 4.2 racing Pikes Peak Hill Climb
Driving Ford’s all-electric legacy to new heights Ford Performance continues to lead with innovation, sending its all-electric SuperVan 4.2 to conquer the legendary Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. This vehicle showcases refined EV power and aerodynamics designed to ace the challenging mountainous race. “Together with our STARD partners, we have built the E-Transit SuperVan 4.2…
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Ford opening carbon neutral EV assembly plant
$2 billion transformation brings the new age of electric vehicles to Europe, securing German manufacturing jobs. Ford has opened its first carbon-neutral electric vehicle (EV) assembly plant in Cologne, Germany. This hi-tech center represents a new era in automotive production, cleaner, more sustainable future. “Opening the Cologne EV Center is the start of a new…
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Ford EV customers to gain access to Tesla Superchargers
Ford Motor Company partners with Tesla Motors to provide unprecedented access to over 12,000 Tesla Superchargers for Ford EV customers. Starting next year, Ford EV customers will enjoy enhanced access to fast-charging options with the integration of over 12,000 Tesla Superchargers across the United States and Canada. Ford will add North American Charging Standard port…
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Ford increases production and lowers prices on Mustang Mach-E for 2023
Ford Motors has announced plans to significantly increase the production of the Mustang Mach-E, the company’s electric SUV, in 2023. The production increase will help to reduce customer wait times, and allow Ford to reduce prices across the board, making the Mustang Mach-E more accessible to customers. The move is part of Ford’s commitment to…