"Focus is the flagship power of a new family of electric vehicles, demonstrating our commitment to offer consumers a choice when it comes to fuel or fuel without vehicles," said Derrick Kuzak, Ford group vice president for global product development. "It 'an advanced exchange will offer significant advantages in efficiency and CO2 emissions without compromising driving pleasure. And its range of intelligent technologies driver to change the way customers think about their energy use and transportation needs. "
Focusing power to launch in late 2011 and is designed to provide enough range to cover most of the driving habits of Americans. It offers one mile per gallon more than the Chevrolet Volt and competitive with other battery electric vehicles.
A full download is expected to last three or four hours at 240 volts at home station to pay half the charge time Nissan Leaf.
Accent Electric introduces new features and technologies - including a unique version of MyFord Touch driver support system specially for electric vehicles, according to a new value pricing led by Microsoft and an application called MyFord Mobile Smartphone to help owners of plug- in control of their vehicle at a distance.
Focusing power to launch in late 2011 and is designed to provide enough range to cover most of the driving habits of Americans. It offers one mile per gallon more than the Chevrolet Volt and competitive with other battery electric vehicles.
A full download is expected to last three or four hours at 240 volts at home station to pay half the charge time Nissan Leaf.
Accent Electric introduces new features and technologies - including a unique version of MyFord Touch driver support system specially for electric vehicles, according to a new value pricing led by Microsoft and an application called MyFord Mobile Smartphone to help owners of plug- in control of their vehicle at a distance.
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| Ford Focus Electric 2012 |
Elegant and stylish five-door hatchback to take advantage of Ford's global C-car platform shared with petrol and diesel models Focus, which debuted in 2010 North American International Auto and was launched at the Paris Motor Show in September.
The core focus of both electric and variations that are sold in North America will be built at Ford assembly plant in Michigan, in Wayne, Michigan, with a production driven in part by one of the largest solar energy generators the state.
The European market, an Electric Decision Focus is currently under construction will be completed.
Accent Electric is one of five new electric vehicles is part of Ford's electrification strategy. The first deliveries of electric Transit Connect in North America began at the end of last year, and the car will be launched in Europe later in 2011.
A real car.
The power approach is not only designed to provide exceptional energy efficiency and reliable operation, but also offers real driving pleasure. The all-electric propulsion system and a transmission rate to provide an immediate response and smooth acceleration when the driver presses the accelerator, at a maximum speed of 84 mph (136 kph).
Much emphasis electric steering, the handling and braking feel is shared with agile models, powered Focus fuel sport in which it is based, so a light bulb dynamics of the car engine. At the same time, the lack of petrol or diesel and exceptional aerodynamics lead to a very quiet and comfortable car experience.
"More than any other electric vehicle market, Focus Power loses nothing of the dynamics and quality of driving a conventional car," said the sheriff Marakby, director of Ford's electrification programs and techniques. "It shares many components of the same characteristics as premium gasoline counterpart, while offering distinct performance and unique driving experience exciting."
Accent Electric offers a range of safety and security features include six airbags and electronic traction control with hands-free phone connectivity and SYNC ® MyKey ® for North America. Wide eco-materials, such as seat cushions in foam and bio-recycled materials are also available in the vehicle.
Other standard features on the Ford Focus Electric North American customers include single driver implementation MyFord Connect Touch Technology, 15-spoke 17-inch aluminum wheels, 60/40 split rear seat, press the start button, AM / FM / CD / Sony ® MP3 Audio nine speakers, Sirius Satellite Radio ® Travel Link, HD Radio ™ and Voice-activated navigation system.
Plug and play.
Attention of future owners can download an advanced electric car, the Ford-designed lithium-ion battery at home on a daily basis, according to the recommended 240-volt wall-payments position, which is sold separately, or 120-volt cable with the comfort the vehicle.
Once connected, the board of Focus AC power charger converts DC power supply to charge the battery liquid-cooled/heated.
"We are very excited about the potential power of Focus on the market. With so many of us used to recharge mobile electronics on a daily basis, we are confident that our customers are charging process of the vehicle as easy as it is exactly what it is - easy, "said Nancy Gioia, director of Ford Global electrification. "Not only did we practice to connect simply and directly, we work with companies of advanced technology and utility industry experience to make EV empowering and engaging."
Empowering experience.
Focus Electric the owners of a series of driver information systems - on-board and off-board - designed to help manage the download process, the eco-compatible management of the train path monitor the battery charge energy self-sufficiency and to maximize efficiency to optimize the driving range. This tool is designed carefully designed to give the Focus board electric power compared to competitive products that offer new electric car owners information they need to enjoy the freedom of driving gas-free has to offer.
Among these tools is a unique performance of touch technology driver MyFord Connect. Thought for owners of electric vehicles, it offers an innovative presentation of information on vehicles such as the state of battery charge, distance from the loading point, budget and corresponding large margin expected range. The function of the system allows drivers to access data MyView the vehicle even more, including the electrical requirements of vehicle accessories such as air conditioning that can affect the scope of conduct.
Just like a vine growing leaf of the first generation SmartGauge ™ with EcoGuide is the fuel efficiency of the Ford Fusion Hybrid, the display panel in Focus Electric blue butterflies used to represent the choice of a surplus of more than a pay-to-point target - the most butterflies is a larger area.
Ford designers have been inspired by the phenomenon known as "The Butterfly Effect", where a small change that choose to drive an electric car can have a huge impact. To reinforce the message at the end of each visit to screen for the distance traveled, the miles obtained through regenerative braking, energy consumption and fuel economy compared with the electrical conduit.
The cluster is also integrated with MyFord Touch navigation map-based system using the center console of the car 8 inch touch screen. Once you have added to their driving destinations, including the next loading point in the navigation system of the vehicle, the bus drivers of the vehicle on how to achieve the desired area - or if travel plans are be adjusted. The integrated navigation ecoRoute gives the option based on the driving characteristics EV efficient.
Remote control.
Off-board, electric Focus owners in North America will be able to maintain constant contact with the car anywhere they have access via mobile phones developed by Ford MyFord Mobile App.
MyFord Mobile is an application that allows access via a smartphone or on the Internet at:
• Receive instant feedback of vehicle status
• Perform key functions remotely
• Monitor the status of the vehicle and the load current range
• Receive alerts when charging or has finished loading
• The remote load factors programs and download vehicle data for analysis
The function also allows the owner to program the vehicle to use the grid to heat or cool the battery in the cabin, all connected - called pre-conditioning. For example, during the summer months, owners can pre-program the car the night before it is fully loaded - and totally cool at a given temperature - for some time the next morning. The user can also locate the vehicle with GPS, remote start the vehicle and remotely lock and unlock car doors.
Working with MapQuest ®, MyFord Mobile can be downloaded to communicate with the station and other important items to focus on using electrical transport Sync, Directions and Information (TDI). Turn-by-turn guide provides a map navigation system car. Drivers can also obtain updated information on the charging station for their vehicles directly to the TDI SYNC opens a connection to the synchronization service.
Load value.
The new Focus Electric offers a unique value of the charging function, powered by Microsoft, to help the owners of the United States responsible for their vehicles with the lowest utility rates, operating costs.
"Quality of care allows our customers to reduce electricity costs by taking advantage of the hours and other reduced rates for their use without the complicated installation process," said Ed Pleet, Manager of Ford Service Organization connected. "This is a" set and forget "approach customers reduce energy costs."
The tool is designed to help clients avoid unnecessary expenses by providing an optimized charge. In the future, these habits smart pricing help utilities to understand and better manage the demands placed on the grid due to electric vehicles.
Get loaded.
Owners tend to focus electric car charging cord handle two or more times each day. That's why Ford has been working with the supplier to provide Yazaki industry standard five-point connector that is ergonomically comfortable to hold and sustainable design and distinctive.
The handle-making uses a matte black rubber that allows a comfortable and slip. The head of the plug is protected with a glossy white plastic cover.
When the power cord is connected to the port of loading of the car, which is located between the driver's door and the front wheel well, it activates a light ring that loops around the port twice in the recognition of connectivity options. The illuminated ring lights up into quadrants that vehicle taxes. Flashing quadrants represent the cost of progress and strong light quadrants show the steps of the calculation is finished. In the unlikely event of an error, the ring flash together. When the whole ring is firmly on, the car is fully charged.
Batteries included.
The emphasis will be powered by the electrical system developed lithium-ion advanced by Ford in cooperation with the provider of LG Chem battery system uses heated and cooled fluids to help maximize battery life without the fuel capacity and driving .
Thermal management systems for lithium-ion batteries is critical to the success of pure electric vehicles. Accent Electric uses advanced liquid cooling and active heating system and the state to regulate the temperature of its larger, more complex system of battery lithium-ion batteries.
Active liquid, the system warms or chills the coolant before pumping through a battery cooling system. This loop controls the temperature of the system against external conditions. On hot days, refrigerated liquid absorbs heat from the batteries, dispersing through the radiator, before pumping through the radiator again. Cold days, the heated liquid warms the batteries, the system gradually brings the temperature at which it is indeed to accept your energy and strength to properly download the expected performance of the vehicle.
"The power of focus is the culmination of years of research and development," said Kuzak. "Most importantly, the beginning of a new era for Ford and for our customers."
The core focus of both electric and variations that are sold in North America will be built at Ford assembly plant in Michigan, in Wayne, Michigan, with a production driven in part by one of the largest solar energy generators the state.
The European market, an Electric Decision Focus is currently under construction will be completed.
Accent Electric is one of five new electric vehicles is part of Ford's electrification strategy. The first deliveries of electric Transit Connect in North America began at the end of last year, and the car will be launched in Europe later in 2011.
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| Ford Focus Electric 2012 |
A real car.
The power approach is not only designed to provide exceptional energy efficiency and reliable operation, but also offers real driving pleasure. The all-electric propulsion system and a transmission rate to provide an immediate response and smooth acceleration when the driver presses the accelerator, at a maximum speed of 84 mph (136 kph).
Much emphasis electric steering, the handling and braking feel is shared with agile models, powered Focus fuel sport in which it is based, so a light bulb dynamics of the car engine. At the same time, the lack of petrol or diesel and exceptional aerodynamics lead to a very quiet and comfortable car experience.
"More than any other electric vehicle market, Focus Power loses nothing of the dynamics and quality of driving a conventional car," said the sheriff Marakby, director of Ford's electrification programs and techniques. "It shares many components of the same characteristics as premium gasoline counterpart, while offering distinct performance and unique driving experience exciting."
Accent Electric offers a range of safety and security features include six airbags and electronic traction control with hands-free phone connectivity and SYNC ® MyKey ® for North America. Wide eco-materials, such as seat cushions in foam and bio-recycled materials are also available in the vehicle.
Other standard features on the Ford Focus Electric North American customers include single driver implementation MyFord Connect Touch Technology, 15-spoke 17-inch aluminum wheels, 60/40 split rear seat, press the start button, AM / FM / CD / Sony ® MP3 Audio nine speakers, Sirius Satellite Radio ® Travel Link, HD Radio ™ and Voice-activated navigation system.
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| Ford Focus Electric 2012 interior |
Plug and play.
Attention of future owners can download an advanced electric car, the Ford-designed lithium-ion battery at home on a daily basis, according to the recommended 240-volt wall-payments position, which is sold separately, or 120-volt cable with the comfort the vehicle.
Once connected, the board of Focus AC power charger converts DC power supply to charge the battery liquid-cooled/heated.
"We are very excited about the potential power of Focus on the market. With so many of us used to recharge mobile electronics on a daily basis, we are confident that our customers are charging process of the vehicle as easy as it is exactly what it is - easy, "said Nancy Gioia, director of Ford Global electrification. "Not only did we practice to connect simply and directly, we work with companies of advanced technology and utility industry experience to make EV empowering and engaging."
Empowering experience.
Focus Electric the owners of a series of driver information systems - on-board and off-board - designed to help manage the download process, the eco-compatible management of the train path monitor the battery charge energy self-sufficiency and to maximize efficiency to optimize the driving range. This tool is designed carefully designed to give the Focus board electric power compared to competitive products that offer new electric car owners information they need to enjoy the freedom of driving gas-free has to offer.
Among these tools is a unique performance of touch technology driver MyFord Connect. Thought for owners of electric vehicles, it offers an innovative presentation of information on vehicles such as the state of battery charge, distance from the loading point, budget and corresponding large margin expected range. The function of the system allows drivers to access data MyView the vehicle even more, including the electrical requirements of vehicle accessories such as air conditioning that can affect the scope of conduct.
Just like a vine growing leaf of the first generation SmartGauge ™ with EcoGuide is the fuel efficiency of the Ford Fusion Hybrid, the display panel in Focus Electric blue butterflies used to represent the choice of a surplus of more than a pay-to-point target - the most butterflies is a larger area.
Ford designers have been inspired by the phenomenon known as "The Butterfly Effect", where a small change that choose to drive an electric car can have a huge impact. To reinforce the message at the end of each visit to screen for the distance traveled, the miles obtained through regenerative braking, energy consumption and fuel economy compared with the electrical conduit.
The cluster is also integrated with MyFord Touch navigation map-based system using the center console of the car 8 inch touch screen. Once you have added to their driving destinations, including the next loading point in the navigation system of the vehicle, the bus drivers of the vehicle on how to achieve the desired area - or if travel plans are be adjusted. The integrated navigation ecoRoute gives the option based on the driving characteristics EV efficient.
Remote control.
Off-board, electric Focus owners in North America will be able to maintain constant contact with the car anywhere they have access via mobile phones developed by Ford MyFord Mobile App.
MyFord Mobile is an application that allows access via a smartphone or on the Internet at:
• Receive instant feedback of vehicle status
• Perform key functions remotely
• Monitor the status of the vehicle and the load current range
• Receive alerts when charging or has finished loading
• The remote load factors programs and download vehicle data for analysis
The function also allows the owner to program the vehicle to use the grid to heat or cool the battery in the cabin, all connected - called pre-conditioning. For example, during the summer months, owners can pre-program the car the night before it is fully loaded - and totally cool at a given temperature - for some time the next morning. The user can also locate the vehicle with GPS, remote start the vehicle and remotely lock and unlock car doors.
Working with MapQuest ®, MyFord Mobile can be downloaded to communicate with the station and other important items to focus on using electrical transport Sync, Directions and Information (TDI). Turn-by-turn guide provides a map navigation system car. Drivers can also obtain updated information on the charging station for their vehicles directly to the TDI SYNC opens a connection to the synchronization service.
Load value.
The new Focus Electric offers a unique value of the charging function, powered by Microsoft, to help the owners of the United States responsible for their vehicles with the lowest utility rates, operating costs.
"Quality of care allows our customers to reduce electricity costs by taking advantage of the hours and other reduced rates for their use without the complicated installation process," said Ed Pleet, Manager of Ford Service Organization connected. "This is a" set and forget "approach customers reduce energy costs."
The tool is designed to help clients avoid unnecessary expenses by providing an optimized charge. In the future, these habits smart pricing help utilities to understand and better manage the demands placed on the grid due to electric vehicles.
Get loaded.
Owners tend to focus electric car charging cord handle two or more times each day. That's why Ford has been working with the supplier to provide Yazaki industry standard five-point connector that is ergonomically comfortable to hold and sustainable design and distinctive.
The handle-making uses a matte black rubber that allows a comfortable and slip. The head of the plug is protected with a glossy white plastic cover.
When the power cord is connected to the port of loading of the car, which is located between the driver's door and the front wheel well, it activates a light ring that loops around the port twice in the recognition of connectivity options. The illuminated ring lights up into quadrants that vehicle taxes. Flashing quadrants represent the cost of progress and strong light quadrants show the steps of the calculation is finished. In the unlikely event of an error, the ring flash together. When the whole ring is firmly on, the car is fully charged.
Batteries included.
The emphasis will be powered by the electrical system developed lithium-ion advanced by Ford in cooperation with the provider of LG Chem battery system uses heated and cooled fluids to help maximize battery life without the fuel capacity and driving .
Thermal management systems for lithium-ion batteries is critical to the success of pure electric vehicles. Accent Electric uses advanced liquid cooling and active heating system and the state to regulate the temperature of its larger, more complex system of battery lithium-ion batteries.
Active liquid, the system warms or chills the coolant before pumping through a battery cooling system. This loop controls the temperature of the system against external conditions. On hot days, refrigerated liquid absorbs heat from the batteries, dispersing through the radiator, before pumping through the radiator again. Cold days, the heated liquid warms the batteries, the system gradually brings the temperature at which it is indeed to accept your energy and strength to properly download the expected performance of the vehicle.
"The power of focus is the culmination of years of research and development," said Kuzak. "Most importantly, the beginning of a new era for Ford and for our customers."