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Video: How to Charge Your Ford Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle

 

Purchasing a Ford plug-in hybrid / electric vehicle is a great way to reduce your carbon footprint. It’s extremely easy to transition to this type of vehicle, but you will want to learn how to charge it properly. Ford equips all of their cars of this type with a 120-volt charging cord so that you can charge your vehicle at home or on the go.
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All-New Raptor Gets 'Cutting-Edge' Terrain Management System

2017 Ford F-150 Raptor

The all-new 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor is getting some serious equipment for off-roading enthusiasts to enjoy, including a state-of-the-art Terrain Management System and a cutting-edge transfer case.

The brand-new transfer case allows the Raptor to handle a variety of off-roading scenarios, combining four-wheel and all-wheel drive for precise control. This transfer case works with the Raptor’s innovative Terrain Management System that amplifies this control over several types of terrains, offering unique driving modes such…

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Afraid of Driving at Night? Ford Has a Solution You Need to See

Ford Night Driving

It’s not unusual for people to be a little apprehensive when driving at night. Many people are wary of experiencing night blindness, as well as not seeing possible hazards in the road, which can make folks less likely to head out after the sun goes down.

But Ford is looking to help alleviate some of these fears by developing technology that will hopefully help people feel more comfortable on the road during the nighttime…

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New Android-Powered Dashboard Coming from Google

At their annual I/O developer conference, Google announced their latest piece of in-car technology: the Android Dashboard.

This new technology is one of Google’s most innovative inventions, and heralds a new era for automotive autonomy and infotainment. Powered by Google’s Android N operating system, the Android Dashboard will work in a similar way to Android Auto.

Android Auto has become one of the most popular new in-car interfaces, giving drivers access to features such as music, navigation and messaging, through detailed integration with their smartphones.

According to Google, “Android Auto was designed with safety in mind. With…

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Ford Begins Autonomous Car Testing in California

The communities surrounding Santa Clara will be the site of a major test for Ford cars. The automaker will be unleashing fully autonomous Ford Fusion Hybrid sedans on the city streets of Palo Alto.

This is the first test of its kind for Ford, who has officially signed on with the California Autonomous Vehicles Test Program. This program looks to test how self-driving cars will work on public roads, making it a perfect partnership for…

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Ford Debuts New Smartwatch Apps

If you drive a Ford electric car or plug-in hybrid, you’ll be happy to learn that Ford is debuting new smartwatch apps on the automaker’s MyFord Mobile system. These new apps will allow green car drivers to check their car’s battery or charge level, locate their parked car and determine the available driving range for a trip, all from their wrist.

These apps were developed exclusively by Ford engineers and were designed…

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Your Ford is Speaking...Are You Listening?

After another long day of phone rings, text alerts, email bings and random buzzes, it’s hard to be incredibly perceptive when it comes to car tones, but these little beeps and extra dings that you may hear in your car are incredibly important for your safety. That is why Ford has an area within its company that is devoted entirely to the design of these chimes so that each alert can break through the…

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Innovative Ford SYNC 3 System Engages Drivers this Summer

Remember the days when one’s car was only used for transportation? The days when you had to check five different sources to learn about the weather, communicate with friends, check out new songs and get directions? Those days are long over thanks to the all-new Ford SYNC 3 software debuting this 2016 model year. As Ford’s new communication and entertainment system, the SYNC 3 program will allow drivers to stay connected thanks to…

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