The Blue Oval remains tight-lipped about the identity of the two VW-based, but the rumored ID.4 could be joined by Ford’s interpretation of the ID.5 GTX. This second electric vehicle will also be built in Cologne, Germany from 2024.

That year, production of a purely electric Puma subcompact crossover will commence in Romania at the company’s Craiova plant. It’s not going to ride on the MEB architecture, but that doesn’t necessarily mean it will use an electric adaptation of the current platform shared with the Fiesta supermini. Another plausible scenario is engineering new EV dedicated underpinnings for both B-segment models.

But wait, there’s more. From 2024, Ford is going to kick off production of the Transit Courier light commercial vehicle and Tourneo Courier multi-purpose vehicle as EVs in Craiova. The two will initially hit the assembly line in 2023 with combustion engines.

To support the new wave of electric vehicles, Ford has decided to build one of the largest battery assembly facilities in Europe. Together with SK On Co., Ltd. and Koç Holding, the three will erect a building near Ankara in Turkey and have it operational as early as 2025. The estimated capacity is in the range of 30 to 45 GWh.

In Europe, Ford’s goal is to sell in excess of 600,000 EVs annually by 2026 before abandoning sales of passenger cars with combustion engines at the end of the decade. Similar plans are in motion for the commercial division, but it will take more time to discontinue ICE vehicles.

Source: Ford

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There are no oily bits since the black beauty is purely electric courtesy of dual motors providing all-wheel drive and some serious power. Charge Cars says the setup is good for 536 hp (400 kW) and a colossal 1,500 Nm (1,106 lb-ft) of instant torque. The electric punch helps the zero-emission Mustang reach 60 mph from a standstill in as little as 3.9 seconds.

Courtesy of a 64-kWh battery pack, the electric sports car is estimated to cover 200 miles (322 kilometers) on a single charge, which isn’t too shabby for a performance-oriented EV. Once you’re out of juice, it can be charged at up to 50 kW, but the company doesn’t say how long it will take to replenish the battery. We do know only 499 cars will be made and all of them are going to be assembled by hand.

Aside from maintaining the Mustang’s classic lines and installing an electric powertrain, Charge Cars has overhauled the cabin. Dressed in cognac leather, the EV has sporty front seats with integrated headrests and a vintage-looking steering wheel featuring a metallic three-spoke design and few controls. Speaking of which, the number of physical switches and buttons has been kept down to a minimum.

It’s been done by integrating most functions into the giant vertical touchscreen akin to a Tesla. To keep up with the times, Charge Cars gave the Mustang a fully digital instrument cluster. It all looks and sounds rather lovely, but there’s just one issue – price. The Mustang EV is quite expensive, at £350,000, and that’s before you add options. At current exchange rates, you’re looking at approximately $460,000…

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The biggest client is Walmart as the retail corporation has ordered no fewer than 1,100 E-Transit vans so far. In total, more than 300 small, medium, and large businesses are waiting to take delivery of the electric commercial vehicle, from a one-man company to Walmart. Interestingly, Ford specifies all eight different configurations of the EV have been ordered by clients: three roof heights, three lengths, chassis cab, and the cutaway model.

Of all the E-Transit flavors available, the Dearborn automaker mentions the “Jumbo” model is the most popular. Specifically, it’s the version combining the high roof with the stretched wheelbase for ample cargo capacity. A third of all orders received for the time being is for the Jumbo variant, including the 1,100 units commissioned by Walmart.

The second-most ordered Ford E-Transit is the low-roof model as it makes up 19% of the total orders. It’s particularly popular among customers working in the telecommunications industry as they tend to take the vehicles home. Thanks to the lower roof, the van fits in many conventional garages found throughout cities.

As a refresher, the zero-emissions commercial van does not have a front trunk like most EVs. The lack of an extra cargo area stems from packaging constraints, which also prompted Ford to mount the spare wheel at the front instead of at the back where you’d normally find it. The E-Transit is 600 pounds (272 kilograms) heavier than its combustion-engined counterpart, mainly because the 67-kWh battery is heavy.

Despite these drawbacks, it’s safe to say the E-Transit is a success so far. The rear-wheel-drive van has 266 horsepower (198 kilowatts) and 317 pound-feet (430 Newton-meters) of torque and a maximum payload capacity of 3,800 pounds (1,724 kilograms) depending on the configuration. Also based on the version you’re going for, the range varies from 108 to 126 miles (174 to 203 kilometers).

Source: Ford

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That’s not the only good news shared today by the Dearborn-based company as early adopters will be glad to hear reservations will be turned into firm orders from Thursday, January 6. More reservation holders will be contacted in the following months to complete the process of placing an actual order on an F-150 Lightning. If Ford won’t get in touch with you in the coming months, it means you will have to wait until the 2023 model year at the earliest.

Meanwhile, the F-150 Lightning has entered the final phase of pre-production this week ahead of spring when the first customer deliveries are scheduled to take place. All these pre-production prototypes will be used by Ford for real-life tests during which they’ll accumulate a combined one million miles to iron out any last-minute kinks.

As a refresher, the fleet-oriented base version costs from just under $40,000 before any applicable federal tax incentives for EVs. Battery options include the base 98 kWh and the bigger 131 kWh pack, with the range-topping Lightning Platinum to offer somewhere in the region of 280 miles according to Ford’s own estimations. Bear in mind the base trim level is offered only with the smaller battery whereas all the others can be had with the larger pack (standard on Platinum).

The news about ramping up production of the F-150 Lightning comes after a similar announcement made for the Mustang Mach-E. The electric crossover with a pony car’s name will be assembled in more than 200,000 examples annually by 2023, which is three times more than originally planned. Within 24 months, Ford claims it will have the global EV production capacity to pump out a whopping 600,000 vehicles per year.

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With customer deliveries already underway, early adopters are sharing their feedback on specialized forums after the first days of ownership. One such person took to the Maverick Truck Club to brag about how efficient the Maverick Hybrid is in the real world. He managed to cover a whopping 595.2 miles (957.8 kilometers) without having to refuel. Not only that, he says there was still a bit of gasoline left in the tank.

In other words, the electrified compact truck would’ve likely covered 600 miles (965 kilometers) at the very least. During his trip, 269.9 miles (434.3 kilometers) were done without sipping any gasoline as that distance was covered running solely on electric power. Overall, his small truck averaged 44.1 mpg, thus beating EPA’s estimation by a significant margin.

Yes, hitting the 600-mile mark might not be overly impressive for someone who drives a diesel-fueled car, but it’s a remarkable figure for such a truck. The only thing that could make the Maverick Hybrid even better would be the availability of an all-wheel-drive system since the electrified pickup comes exclusively with a front-wheel-drive layout. Should you want the power to be sent to both axles, you’ll have to step up to the turbocharged 2.0-liter gasoline engine.

The hybrid is the base powertrain for the 2022 Maverick, combining a naturally aspirated 2.5-liter gasoline engine with a tiny 1.1-kWh lithium-ion battery pack mounted under the rear bench. You get 191 horsepower and 155 pound-feet (210 Newton-meters) of torque, enough hybrid punch for a maximum towing capacity of 2,000 pounds (907 kilograms). You can double that number by opting for the AWD-equipped EcoBoost version. However, that one returns only 25 mpg in the combined cycle or an extra mpg if you stick with FWD.

Source: Maverick Truck Club

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The first vehicle was delivered on December 26 and Ford’s Chinese division is selling the Mustang Mach-E through its 25 direct-to-customer stores established in the country’s most important metropolitan regions. The very first person to take delivery of the hotly anticipated zero-emissions SUV is ad executive Jin Zhang pictured above on the left, with Ford China BEV Division’s general manager Mark Kaufman handing him the keys.

The sporty electric SUV is available in the world’s most populous country in several trim levels: RWD (long range), RWD Premium (long range), RWD (standard range), and GT First Edition. Those who were quick enough to buy one of the first cars will receive an upgraded car and battery warranty, not to mention hassle-free roadside assistance and a referral bonus.

Should charging the vehicle less often be your top priority, the RWD Long Range is the one to buy as it has been rated at 385 miles (619 kilometers) of range based on the China light-duty vehicle test cycle (CLTC). If a faster electric SUV is more to your liking, then the GT is the most suitable version courtesy of a combined output of 481 horsepower (359 kilowatts) and 860 Newton-meters (634 pound-feet) of torque. The electric, all-wheel-drive punch helps the Mustang Mach-E hit 62 mph (100 km/h) in only 3.65 seconds.

The model’s launch in China comes at the right time since more and more people are ditching their cars powered by internal combustion engines to adopt EVs. The fact it’s assembled locally also helps cut delivery times and further bolster the Mustang Mach-E’s popularity as it battles the Volkswagen ID.4 X and ID.4 Crozz also assembled in the country.

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As the model’s name indicates, it has been tailored to maximum performance rather than efficiency. Consequently, EPA has rated the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT Performance Edition at only 260 miles of range, a far cry from the thrifty California Route 1 with its 305-mile range. However, Edmunds has discovered you can squeeze more range out of the 88-kWh battery as they were able to drive it for 272 miles before running out of juice.

Testing the electric crossover on their standardized route, Edmunds beat EPA’s estimate by 12 miles, which isn’t necessarily something to write home about, but every extra mile counts. It’s especially true for the GT Performance Edition, which doesn’t excel in this regard, partially because it’s the heavier dual-motor version with all-wheel drive and a sport-tuned adaptive suspension. In addition, the flagship Mustang Mach-E gets Pirelli summer performance tires for extra grip at the expense of efficiency.

Speaking of weight, Edmunds says their test vehicle tipped the scales at a hefty 4,997 pounds (2,266 kilograms). For the sake of comparison, it was 471 pounds (214 kilograms) heavier than the rear-wheel-drive California Route 1 Edition they previously tested, equipped with the same 88-kWh battery. They also had an AWD Extended Range and that one was still 175 pounds (79 kilograms) lighter than the GT Performance Edition.

It’s not the first time when Edmunds beats an EPA estimate as the California Route 1 Edition covered 304 miles or 34 miles more than the official rating. In addition, the Mercedes EQS in the 450+ specification with its 108-kWh battery did 422 miles on a single charge, representing a massive increase of 72 miles compared to EPA’s number.

As a final note, it’s worth mentioning the 2022MY Mustang Mach-E has a better 91-kWh battery instead of the previous 88-kWh pack. That should translate into a slightly higher range. In the case of the rear-wheel-drive California Route 1 Edition, it can now cover an EPA-estimated 314 miles or an extra 9 miles more than the equivalent 2021MY.

Source: Edmunds

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Thankfully, that piece of the puzzle is now in place as the Dearborn automaker announced the capacity of both the Standard Range Battery and Extended Range Battery. Ford says the former has 98 kWh while the latter boasts 131 kWh, but it’s unclear at this point whether we are dealing with total or useable capacities. The announcement was made during a livestream about its hugely popular zero-emissions pickup for which it has already received 200,000 reservations.

Additional juicy information disclosed includes the Ford-estimated 280 miles of range for the flagship version, the F-150 Lightning Platinum. It’s the only trim level to get the bigger battery as standard equipment, while on the lesser Lariat and XLT, it can be had as an option. For the base Pro, you’ll sadly be stuck with the smaller pack.

The Platinum is also the only Lightning flavor to get Ford’s new Blue Cruise autonomous driving system as standard, which is optional on the Lariat and unavailable for the XLT and Pro. The 12-inch SYNC4 infotainment is standard on the Pro and XLT while the Lariat and Platinum get the bigger 15.5-inch setup.

The EV’s official premiere mentioned a maximum range of 300 miles, but it’s understandable why the Platinum can’t match that since it’s the heaviest of the bunch due to the extra equipment fitted as standard. In addition, it rides on large 22-inch wheels, which are definitely not ideal if you’re primarily interested in squeezing every last drop of efficiency from the 131-kWh battery.

Production is scheduled to start next spring and will ramp up until 2024 when Ford aims to make 80,000 units that year.

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That’s the good news if you plan on buying the Mustang Mach-E and are worried about how long it would take to get the vehicle built in Mexico at the Cuautitlán factory. However, the bad news is the 2022 model year is coming with a price hike for some trim levels and packages. The folks over at Mach E Forum managed to get a hold of a dealer bulletin sent by Ford, informing sales representatives about several price hikes.

It’s hard to produce Mustang Mach-Es fast enough to meet the incredible demand, but we are sure going to try. So starting in 2022 we are increasing production and expect to reach 200,000+ units per year for North America & Europe by 2023. That's 3x our 2021 output. ⚡️⚡️⚡️ pic.twitter.com/xSMbuHxdEN

— Jim Farley (@jimfarley98) December 10, 2021

For example, the entry-level Select trim is going to set you back an extra $1,000 while the California Route 1 has received a similar price bump. In the case of the latter, the premium is justifiable to some extent as EPA has rated the model at 314 miles or an additional nine miles compared to the previous model year. In addition, the California Route 1 has standard heated front seats and steering wheel, while optional AWD is new for 2022.

Should you be interested in getting behind the wheel of a Mustang Mach-E in the Premium specification, that one too is now $1,000 more expensive than before. As for the sporty GT trim pictured here, Ford is adding $2,000 to its price tag. Not only that, but the GT Performance Package costs an extra $1,000, and the same thing can be said about the Extended Range Battery.

It means the 2022 Mustang Mach-E is now up to $3,000 more expensive than before taking into consideration the GT costs an extra $2,000 and is available with either of the two packages for an additional $1,000 compared to the 2021MY. You do get a black painted roof as standard on the GT (and the GT Performance Edition), so there’s that.

Other changes brought by the model year change include the addition of Iced Blue Silver Metallic to the color palette, while the existing Cyber Orange and Grabber Blue can now be ordered with any of the available trim levels rather than being limited to certain versions.

As it stands, the entry-level Select costs $43,895 and has an estimated delivery time of more than 20 weeks. Up next is the Premium at $49,100 and due to be delivered in 28+ weeks, The aforementioned California Route 1 will set you back $52,775 and Ford will deliver it in 20+ weeks. It’s going to be a long wait for the most expensive of the bunch as the GT retails from $61,995 and the order will be fulfilled in more than 28 weeks.

All prices exclude the $7,500 federal tax credit. Ford has updated the configurator for the 2022 Mustang Mach-E, which you can access here.

Source: Mach E Forum, Jim Farley / Twitter

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The memo also included another valuable piece of information as the suppliers have been told the Explorer and Aviator EVs won’t be built at the Cuautitlan assembly plant after all. The new location has not been disclosed, but the reason why Ford is moving production has to do with the Mustang Mach-E. Due to popular demand, the company intends to boost the output of the electric SUV with a pony car’s name at the factory in Mexico.

Contacted by Automotive News, Ford North America COO Lisa Drake refused to comment on the matter, but did say the production capacity at the Cuautitlan facility will be fully dedicated to the Mustang Mach-E. The Dearborn-based automaker will gradually increase output from 2022 and reach an annual production capacity of 200,000 units in 2023.

To make it happen, Lisa Drake mentioned Ford is currently having talks with suppliers to secure the additional electric motors battery packs necessary for the planned output increase for the Mustang Mach-E in the coming years. 200,000 would be a significant jump considering Ford is on track to deliver roughly 60,000 examples in 2021.

It’s worth noting the electric SUV is not exclusively built in Mexico as the Mustang Mach-E is also being put together in China for the local market as of October 2021.

With the Aviator EV being delayed, it seems Ford won’t stick to its original plan to unveil the SUV without a combustion engine in 2022 as part of its centenary celebrations as it bought Lincoln on February 4, 1922, for $8 million.

Source: Automotive News

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