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2025 Ford F-150 Lightning Charging Gets a Major Upgrade

Ford is enhancing the charging experience for its F-150 Lightning owners with a suite of improvements launching with the 2025 model year. Based on feedback from current owners, the updated Charge Settings app on the touchscreen will offer greater control and more detailed information about the charging process. These updates aim to make charging more […]
Ford Trucks Dominate the 2025 Best CPO Value Awards

Ford Motor Company has once again demonstrated its leadership in the automotive industry, taking home a stunning eight awards in the 2025 Vincentric Best Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) Value in America Awards. Among these victories, Ford trucks stood out as the clear winners, earning the Best CPO Value Truck Brand title for the fifth time overall. […]
BC Hydro's Electric Vehicle Network Reaches New Heights in 2024

2024 was a record-breaking year for BC Hydro's EV network, thanks to the support of electric vehicle drivers across British Columbia. This milestone year marked the completion of the province’s Electric Highway and significant advancements in infrastructure, making EV travel more convenient and accessible than ever before. B.C.’s Electric Highway: A Major Achievement The highlight […]
Ford’s New Patent Could Protect EVs from Overheating

Ford Motor Company continues to innovate in the electric vehicle (EV) space, despite a tempered approach to all-electric production goals in recent years. A newly published patent reveals the automaker’s plans for an **equipment overheating protection system** aimed at safeguarding EV components during charging. This concept is part of Ford's broader efforts to enhance the […]
Ford Explores Hands-Free EV Charging with Innovative New Patent

Ford Motor Company continues its pursuit of advancing EV technology, recently filing a patent for a groundbreaking EV charging station. The patent, submitted on April 18, 2023, and published on October 24, 2024, introduces a forward-thinking concept designed to streamline and automate the EV charging process. As the demand for EVs grows steadily, Ford is […]
Future Ford EVs Could Get Preemptive Reenergizing Alerts

Ford has recently filed a patent for an innovative “preemptive reenergizing alert” system designed to improve the charging experience for EV owners. Filed on September 28, 2021, and published on November 12, 2024, this patent is a part of Ford’s ongoing commitment to enhancing EV ownership. This new alert system would notify users of potential […]
Electric Truck Batteries: Longer Lifespan Than Expected

A new study from Geotab offers some reassuring news for electric vehicle (EV) owners and fleet operators concerned about battery longevity. The study reveals that, on average, EV batteries retain 91% of their original capacity after five years. This finding provides a more optimistic outlook than earlier studies, which often suggested quicker and more severe […]
Ford F-150 Lightning Triumphs Over Chevy Silverado EV in Edmunds Test

The Ford F-150 Lightning has solidified its place as a leader in the electric pickup truck market, taking on rivals like the Chevy Silverado EV in head-to-head comparisons. In a recent real-world test conducted by Edmunds, the F-150 Lightning came out on top, overcoming challenges in areas like driving range and delivering a better overall […]
Why EVs Are Surprisingly Great in Winter Driving Conditions

Electric vehicles (EVs) often face criticism for losing range during the winter months due to cold temperatures and the energy demands of cabin heating and defrosters. While this drawback can limit the distance EVs can travel in colder weather, there’s an often-overlooked advantage that makes them an excellent choice for winter driving: superior traction and […]
Future Ford EVs May Get Charging Price Evaluation System

Ford has recently filed a patent for a new charging price evaluation system aimed at enhancing the electric vehicle (EV) experience for future owners. Submitted on May 1, 2023, and published on November 7, 2024, under serial number 0367547, this system is designed to help EV drivers better understand the costs associated with third-party charging […]