Future Ford EVs Could Revolutionize Regenerative Braking

Ford Motor Company is taking regenerative braking technology to the next level with a newly filed patent for systems that could predict and apply regenerative braking automatically. This innovation builds upon Ford’s previous advancements in adaptive regenerative braking, offering smarter and more efficient energy recovery systems for both electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrids. Filed in […]

A recent survey conducted by the Global EV Alliance reveals a compelling trend: once drivers switch to electric vehicles (EVs), they are extremely unlikely to return to gas-powered cars. The study, which gathered responses from over 23,000 EV owners across 18 countries, found that 92% of respondents plan to buy another electric vehicle, while only […]

Ford Motor Company has taken another step forward in its efforts to innovate in the electric vehicle (EV) space. A recently published patent introduces a new feature that could make future Ford EVs even more practical—an easily deployable charge port shield. Filed on June 12, 2023, and published on December 12, 2024, this concept highlights […]

Ford Motor Company is taking significant steps to improve safety in its future electric vehicles (EVs), as revealed in a newly published patent. The patent, filed on May 31, 2023, and published on December 5, 2024, describes a deployable brace with airbags designed specifically for EVs. This system aims to protect the vehicle’s battery and […]

Ford Motor Company is pushing the boundaries of EV innovation with a newly patented wireless charging technology. Filed on May 30, 2023, and published on December 5, 2024, this patent (serial number 0399910) reveals Ford's ongoing efforts to simplify and modernize the EV charging experience. This latest development follows previous patents and pilot programs aimed […]

Charging an electric vehicle (EV) can sometimes be a frustrating experience, with multiple apps, payment systems, and unreliable station interfaces creating unnecessary obstacles. But change is on the horizon, thanks to a new initiative aimed at introducing a universal "plug-and-charge" protocol across the United States. This system promises to make EV charging as simple as […]

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 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 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 […]

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 […]