Electrification Forward with Gresham Ford

Ford has been in the hybrid business for quite some time now and unlike some competitors, today we have a variety of electrified offerings.  That's because our extensive electrification strategy brings to market a choice of electrified vehicles, each designed to meet a range of customer needs.  From the pure electric Focus to the plug-in hybrid Fusion Energi, what you will find at Ford are real cars that offer a range of electrified powertrain options.  C-Max joins the Ford family of vehicles as our first exclusive hybrid line in North America.

C-Max Hybrid will arrive at Gresham Ford in late September 2012 and will be taken to a number of local government agencies to receive their own personal test drive.  The C-Max Hybrid transitions power seamlessly between its highly efficient gasoline engine and its electric traction motor to deliver a strong balance of performance and efficiency.  The highly efficient 2.0L Atkinson cycle I-4 cylinder engine has been paired with the electric traction motor to provide a great option for those traveling over 100+ miles per day.  For instance this would be a fantastic delivery vehicle or even a taxi.  This model seats 7 comfortably while providing the environmental efficiency of a hybrid.  A high voltage lithium-ion battery pack delivers advanced performance from the projected 188 net hybrid system horsepower.  The regenerative braking system recovers over 90 percent of braking energy normally lost through brake friction and uses it to help charge the battery.

Ford has made a number of Hybrid Technology Advancements and Gresham Ford is proud to share them.  The C-Max is powered by the next generation hybrid system that features a variety of progressive advantages.  Highlights of the new powertrain include things like: a new lightweight high voltage lithium-ion battery system.  The advanced air cooling system that helps to regulate the battery temperature and helps maximize battery life.  Powerspilt hybrid architecture that harmoniously manages power from the gasoline engine of the electric traction motor, maximizing efficiency.  The Hybrid C-Max offers an impressive top speed of 62 mph when in electric mode only.  Did you know that carpet in the C-Max is 100 percent recycled polyester fibers?  The average Ford vehicles contains 40 recycled parts.