Monthly Archives: November 2010

Rumor: Ford to Buy Tesla?

Posted on November 23, 2010 by Steve

Recently, Ford had said they decided to take more of a back seat when it came to putting out their 100% lithium battery powered Focus Electric, letting Nissan (with the LEAF) and GM (with the Volt) go first and test the waters … Continue reading →

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Ford’s Global Electrification Strategist Talks EVs

Posted on November 23, 2010 by Steve

Recently, Sherif Marakby, Ford’s Global Electrification Strategist sat down for an interview with Green Car Advisor to talk about electric cars and Ford place in the market.  During the interview Mr. Marakby said that Ford’s plans where larger than allowing for … Continue reading →

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FordFocusElectric.com Opens Forums For Enthusiasts

Posted on November 18, 2010 by Steve

Now that Ford has officially committed to 19 roll-out areas for the Focus Electric, it looks like the company may now finally be initiating ramp-up plans to produce the car itself. And with those plans, potential car buyers will discover the car for … Continue reading →

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Ford Announces First Markets to Get Focus Electric

Posted on November 15, 2010 by Steve

There has not been much news recently from Ford about their electric plans, but today breaks that trend as Ford announced the first U.S. markets slated to receive the all-new Focus Electric, which comes out late in 2011.  Unlike other auto … Continue reading →

Posted in Infrastructure, Production, Roll Out | 6 Comments

Ford Launches Website Dedicated to Education About Electric Vehicles, Like the Focus EV

Posted on November 3, 2010 by Steve

Ford has just launched an informational web site that describes in detail the differences between its offerings of hybrid vehicles and upcoming electric vehicles like the Focus Electric, and Transit Connect. The site has both detailed explanations of plug-in vehicles and … Continue reading →

Posted in Infrastructure, Uncategorized | 7 Comments