Here is an article written about how Super Shuttle has started to convert their fleet into a "green" fleet by converting their vans to run off of the ROUSH LPI conversion on their shuttle vans. This is going to be an exciting summer with the release of the van conversion in CA. Also, look forward to the end od the year with the 6.8L V10 E-350/450 cutaway engine becoming available with the ROUSH ... ....[ Read More ]
Ford has strategically joined forces with global auto supplier Magna International to produce new battery electric vehicles (BEVs) that don’t use a drop of fuel. The partnership between Ford and Magna, located out of Ontario, Canada, was announced at the 2009 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, as Ford unveiled its global vehicle electrification strategy. “The BEV passenger car developed ... ....[ Read More ]
As 2009 comes to a close, I want to reflect upon the amazing year that Ford has had. There have been some pretty big milestones, and it’s only fitting that I do a recap of all the great steps Ford has taken to become the greenest car company in the US.
January brought the kick off of the all new 2010 Fusion Hybrid, which boasts an amazing ... ....[ Read More ]
I recently had the pleasure of attending the 2009 Los Angeles Auto Show. I was thoroughly impressed with the large scale format of Ford’s display, as well as excited to see all the cool interactive features Ford incorporated with the new cars on display. Ford unveiled some awesome vehicles including the new 6.7L V8 turbocharged diesel 2011 Super Duty, the 30 MPG 3.7L ... ....[ Read More ]
Congratulations to Ford once again for having one of the best cars in the market. The 2010 Ford Fusion has been named Motor Trend’s 2010 Car of the Year! This year marks the 60th anniversary for the Motor Trend award, which is the longest standing editorial automotive award of its kind. Motor Trend stated that the “Ford Fusion offers a sweep across one of the market’s ... ....[ Read More ]
The 2010 Fusion Hybrid embarks on an incredible journey this month, accompanying comedian Mark Malkoff on a 28-day quest to see how many mayors east of the Mississippi he can convince to give him keys to their cities. As the Fusion Hybrid is America's most fuel-efficient midsize sedan and Ford is as American as cars come, it was only fitting that this car was the one chosen ... ....[ Read More ]
The all-new battery electric Ford Focus will be showcased on the new “Jay Leno Show” on ABC. Celebrities will be driving vehicles for the segment the host calls the “Green Car Challenge.” The battery electric vehicle (BEV), which was specially made for the show, features some of the elements of the electric Focus that Ford will begin selling in North America in ... ....[ Read More ]
In an earlier blog I mentioned that Ford was introducing their line of Electric Vehicles (EVs) with the Transit Connect in 2010 and the Focus in 2011. However, with the mass production of EVs in the US, it begs the question “What happens if everybody charges up at once?”
Fortunately, Ford’s already working on a solution before it ... ....[ Read More ]
Ford has yet again taken another giant leap into the Green market. Ford recently launched the release of the brand new 2010 Taurus Sho with EcoBoost! EcoBoost is designed to bring not only more power and better performance quality, but it also gives drivers up to 20% better fuel economy on top of it! The new twin-turbo takes energy from the exhaust that would otherwise ... ....[ Read More ]
I can’t decide which fuel efficient car I like better, the hybrid or the electric vehicle? Well, pretty soon I don’t have to decide between the two. I can get them both in one car! Ford Motor Company plans to offer a full line of Ford Plug-In Hybrid vehicles (PHEV) in the next two years, which will include the Ford Transit Connect commercial van, Ford ... ....[ Read More ]
There are many different ways a car buyer can “go green,” but I would have to say the one of most important ways is by increasing one’s fuel economy. Not only does that save money, but it can also reduce CO2 emissions. Fortunately, the new Ford Fiesta, to launch in the US starting 2010, has a fuel economy rating of 47.9 MPG, and it runs on pure gas. So cool. ... ....[ Read More ]
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has finally announced the first recipient of low interest loans under the Advanced Technology Vehicle Manufacturing Incentive Program. And the first winner is? Ford! Ford's plan is to use the $5.9 billion in loans to fund its electric vehicle (EV) program that will launch a battery-powered version of the Transit Connect in 2010, ... ....[ Read More ]
My Dad has been driving his 1994 Toyota Previa Van for about 10+ years now, and it only gets 18mpg. After 150,000 miles, I think it’s time he gets a new car. Wondering what he should do with his old “clunker?” Well President Obama is lookin’ out for people like my dad, and today he signed the much-anticipated federal “Cash for Clunkers” program. It gives ... ....[ Read More ]
I love a good CARB but have a hard time getting my hands on any CARB that leaves me feeling good. Well this is a great CARB! The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has approved the ROUSH® propane powered conversion of the F150 Ford Pickup. Now America’s #1 selling vehicle got even more palatable. Is that possible? I want to eat this truck! The CARB approval ... ....[ Read More ]
I am continually amazed at the advances of Ford Motor Company. The good ole’ boys back in Detroit are reducing their carbon footprint with the introduction of an alternative fuel option for your truck. By teaming up with ROUSH®, Ford is now offering a propane powered vehicle. What? Yes, it is incredibly true. Not Honda or Toyota but Ford. I think this is amazing. ... ....[ Read More ]
I am a 24-year-old Huntington Beach, California, native and never once foresaw being a “Go Green” activist. I’ve always been interested in conservation and protecting the environment, but never really identified the means to pursue this effort. I am a performer at heart—one who prides myself on being adaptable to change and making a difference in the world, one ... ....[ Read More ]
