- Ford is offering its all-electric vehicle customers North
America’s largest electric vehicle public charging network, with
more than 12,000 places to charge, including fast charging, and
more than 35,000 charge plugs – more than any other automotive
manufacturer, addressing a big concern for those switching to
all-electric cars
- New Ford all-electric vehicles, including the Mustang-inspired
SUV arriving next year, will come standard with a Ford Mobile
Charger that can charge regardless of outlet power (120- and
240-volt outlets); for those with longer commutes or who want
greater peace of mind, a Ford Connected Charge Station can fully
power a vehicle overnight while they sleep. Ford is collaborating
with Amazon in the U.S. for all your installation services – from
240V outlets to the Ford Connected Charge Station
- Through FordPass on a mobile device or in each vehicle’s
on-screen dashboard, customers will be able to monitor charging at
home, and easily find and pay for easy, one-stop charging at
FordPass Charging Network stations
Ford is giving future all-electric vehicle customers the
confidence to enjoy a hassle-free electric lifestyle. By providing
easy access to more electric vehicle public charging stations in
North America than any other automaker, Ford will make it easier
for customers to find a place to charge when the company starts
delivering new models next year.1
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Ford is offering its all-electric vehicle
customers North America’s largest electric vehicle public charging
network, with more than 12,000 places to charge, including fast
charging, and more than 35,000 charge plugs – more than any other
automotive manufacturer (Photo: Business Wire)
The Ford all-electric vehicle charging strategy features
comprehensive at-home charging options and the nation’s largest
network of public charging stations, including DC fast charging.2
And with both at-home and on-the-go charging powered by the
FordPass app and in-vehicle screen, many customer hesitancies
surrounding electric vehicle ownership are being addressed.3
“Among people who already own or want to purchase electric
vehicles and plug-in hybrids, 48 percent say that a lack of
charging stations is one of their main concerns,” said Ted Cannis,
Ford director of global electrification. “By offering
industry-leading charging access we are dismantling those barriers,
allowing more customers to confidently enjoy the benefits of owning
an electric vehicle.”
Ford has made EV home charging as easy as charging a smartphone,
which is where most all-electric vehicle drivers currently
charge.
Many Ford customers will choose an available Ford Connected
Charge Station. Loaded with connectivity features, the higher
powered 48-amp Ford Connected Charge Station enables full control
no matter where customers are. It can fully power a vehicle
overnight while they sleep, adding an estimated average range of 32
miles per charging hour.2 4 And it’s a great solution for those
with longer commutes, customers who love connected features and for
those who just want greater peace of mind.
Every Ford all-electric vehicle will come standard with a Ford
Mobile Charger. It’s capable of charging on a higher-voltage
240-volt electrical outlet often used for large household
appliances like a clothes dryer, which can add an estimated range
of 22 miles per charging hour.2 4 Should customers ever need to use
a standard 120-volt electrical outlet, that’s possible too and will
result in an average range of three miles per charging hour.2 4
To make life easier, Ford has teamed up with Amazon Home
Services to offer installation of home charging setups. Whether
Ford customers need a 240-volt outlet installed or you choose the
Ford Connected Charge Station option, they will be able to see
upfront pricing estimates and schedule a licensed and vetted
electrician online.
On the road, Ford has worked hard to ensure a hassle-free
charging experience. Ford is providing two years of complimentary
access5 to North America's largest network – the FordPass Charging
Network – for easy and convenient pay-as-you-drive charging. The
FordPass Charging Network includes more than 12,000 charging
stations with more than 35,000 plugs1, making public chargers as
common as some of the most popular pharmacy or coffee chains.
Ford is working with Greenlots to bring together multiple
charging providers to develop the FordPass Charging Network, making
it easy for customers to find and pay for charging all through
FordPass or their vehicle’s screen. Ford will work with Greenlots
to explore adding additional networks to the FordPass Charging
Network in the future for even further coverage.
In collaboration with Electrify America, the FordPass Charging
Network will provide access to DC fast chargers, where charging an
all-electric vehicle takes minutes, not hours. At a 150-kilowatt
charger, customers can add an estimated 47 miles of range in 10
minutes and expect to return most of their vehicle’s charge in
about the same time it takes them to grab a fast-casual meal.2
For longer trips, customers can charge their battery from 10
percent to 80 percent full charge in 45 minutes using an Electrify
America DC fast charger.6
“The fact that most of our customers will plug in at home is a
key advantage to an all-electric vehicle,” said Matt Stover, Ford
director of charging, energy services and business development. “We
will deliver a charging experience that is hassle-free whether
you’re at home or on-the-go.”
Ford will keep electric vehicle drivers fully connected whether
charging at home or on the road through the FordPass app2.
Customers can set charging schedules and alerts at home and easily
pre-condition their vehicle before they drive. While on the road,
customers can be confident that Ford is providing the tools to help
easily plan trips. A key feature within FordPass, and available
through a vehicle’s on-screen dashboard, is FordPass Power My Trip,
a tool that makes trip planning hassle-free by considering the
vehicle’s current state of charge and identifying charging points
along each route.1
FordPass or the vehicle’s on-screen dashboard will tell a
customer whether a charging outlet is available or in use (if data
is made available by a charge point operator). FordPass will also
identify points of interest – such as restaurants or shopping
centers – to make the most of customers’ time while charging their
vehicle on the go.
Whether poolside, tableside or bedside, customers can track
their vehicle’s charging progress through the FordPass app,
available at no extra cost through the Apple and Google Play stores
for any Ford customer.
Ford is investing $11.5 billion in electrified vehicles through
2022 and is focused on the customer journey from end to end,
including education ahead of purchase, and an easy shopping and
ownership experience.
1 Based on automotive manufacturers that sell all-electric
vehicles and have publicly announced charging networks. Department
of Energy data used.
2 Range and charge time based on manufacturer computer
engineering simulations and EPA-estimated range calculation
methodology. The charging rate decreases as battery reaches full
capacity. Individual results may vary based on peak charging times
and battery state of charge. Actual vehicle range varies with
conditions such as external elements, driving behaviors, vehicle
maintenance, and lithium-ion battery age.
3 FordPass, compatible with select smartphone platforms, is
available via a download. Message and data rates may apply. Ford
Connect (standard on select vehicles) and complimentary Connected
Service are required for remote features (See FordPass Terms for
details). Connected service and features depend on compatible
AT&T network availability. Evolving technology/cellular
networks/vehicle capability may limit functionality and prevent
operation of connected features. Connected service excludes Wi-Fi
hotspot.
4 In vehicles with the premium 300 mile extended-range
configuration.
5 Starts with original vehicle sales date (after which, fees may
apply).
6 Charge time based on manufacturer computer engineering
simulations. The charging rate decreases as battery reaches full
capacity. Your results may vary based on peak charging times and
battery state of charge.
About Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company is a global company based in Dearborn,
Michigan. The company designs, manufactures, markets and services a
full line of Ford cars, trucks, SUVs, electrified vehicles and
Lincoln luxury vehicles, provides financial services through Ford
Motor Credit Company and is pursuing leadership positions in
electrification, autonomous vehicles and mobility solutions. Ford
employs approximately 194,000 people worldwide. For more
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