Why go green if gas is cheaper?

Why Go Green?

The world is becoming greener and Ford is helping to lead the way by cutting emissions, using recycled materials and increasing fuel efficiency. 

It's no wonder that electrified vehicles, also know as electric vehicles or plug in hybrid vehicles, are an increasingly important portion of the Ford vehicle lineup for the 2017 model year.  Ford actually sold more plug in hybrid vehicles than any other manufacturer last year.  

Ford partnered with Plug Insights in 2014 and gathered opinions from 600 Electric Vehicle Drivers and found that most drivers have no intention of going back to a traditional exclusively gas powered vehicle.   

Ford Electric Vehicles have Built-in Global Advantages

Ford engineers selected Fusion, C-Max and Focus to be the inaugural US electric vehicle models because they are the globally highest-volume vehicles.   These vehicles also share the same platform which allows them to share many components including electrified technologies, providing efficiencies on a scale that have helped to keep the cost to Ford customers low.  

Ford Provides Three Powertrains to Better Fit Your Green Lifestyle

Whether you prefer a hybrid to increase your fuel economy or a plug-in to have the option to drive on electric power or an all-electric car to forgo gasoline altogether.  Ford offers an electric vehicle to fit everyone's needs.  This freedom of choice provides a sizable advantage over other manufacturers. 

Ford Plug In Hybrid Vehicles are a Good Option

Gresham Ford knows that a plug-in hybrid is a good option for the drivers who want to enjoy energy efficiency without changing the driving experience.  Electric vehicles lower fuel consumption when the electric motor is assisting or taking place of the gasoline engine.  The automatic charging of the battery when braking occurs helps to fuel the electric motor.  Regenerative braking is the key way to recharge the battery in a Ford Electric Vehicle.  This technology captures energy from the braking process and converts it to electricity and store it for later use in the car's lithium ion battery.   

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You Auto Know About the Ford Focus Electric

The Ford Focus Electric is the first full electric passenger vehicle offered by Ford Motor Company and is available exclusively through Ford Certified EV Dealers like Gresham Ford. By offering an EPA-estimated all electric driving rating of 110 city/99 highway and 105 combined MPGe, the Focus Electric has burst onto the electric vehicle scene by storm.  The top speed of 84 mph is impressive and will keep in the fast lane of I-84 whenever possible. 

The Focus Electric has the ability to recharge fully in just 3.6 hours when using a 240 volt charging station or 7.4 when utilizing a 120 volt charging option.  A 120 volt charging adapter is included with the Ford Focus so you can take it home and plug it into any wall outlet.  

The Focus Electric has a unique in vehicle and mobile technology designed to help Focus Electric drivers manager features of their vehicle for a unique and rewarding driving experience.  Gresham Ford Sales Professionals can show you how Smartgauge with EcoGuide LCD Instrument cluster with unique all electric driving screens sets The Focus Electric apart from other electric vehicles available in Portland.  

With the 76 mile range of the Focus Electric it provides twice the average American's daily commute and lots of power for Oregonians too. Focus Electric has a quiet 107-kW electric traction motor. But a smooth, quiet ride also depends on the kind of suspension used.  The #FocusElectric has a fully independent rear suspension is designed to absorb bumps with minimal or no
effect on the opposite wheel.  

Focus Electric shows that you don’t have to sacrifice comfort and technology to drive an energy-efficient car. It offers features comparable to LEAF, plus several that LEAF doesn’t, such as SYNC 3, SmartGauge with EcoGuide and HD Radio.

Why spend your time squished into a small space?  Focus Electric seats five and has four cu. ft. more passenger volume than Spark EV.  Is “Italian design” another way to say “not very much room?” Let’s just say Focus Electric has
over 18 cu. ft. more passenger interior volume than Fiat 500e.  Fiat 500e has a non-independent rear suspension. Focus Electric, with its fully independent suspension on the front and rear, plus European-inspired tuning, is designed to provide a smooth ride.

Since navigation services are such a key part of operating an electric car, it’s nice to see that the SYNC 3 system is fully integrated into the instrument panel, complete with a standard 8-inch touchscreen. The 500e navigation screen is just mounted on the dash.

The Focus Electric has a 28 horsepower advantage over the e-Golf that can help make a big difference when passing or merging onto the freeway.  Focus Electric comes standard with a list of features that require a more expensive trim level on e-Golf.  

For more information about the Focus Electric and how it compares, contact the Product Specialists at Gresham Ford.  

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2016 Fusion Energi (Plug-In Hybrid) Review

The Fusion Energi is the first plug-in hybrid midsize sedan for Ford and is only available at EV Certified Ford Dealers, like Gresham Ford.  The plug in capability means the lithium-ion battery can be fully charged easily overnight in approximately 7 hours using the standard 120 volt convenience charging cord that is included with the vehicle.  For faster charging you also have the option of installing a 240 volt charging station at your home just like the ones you have probably noticed around Gresham and Portland.  The Fusion Energi combines the state of the art lithium-ion battery and electric motor with a gasoline engine for maximum efficiency and elimination of range anxiety.

Many are surprised at the zippy powerful feeling the immediate torque from the electric motor provides with a capability of driving up to 85 MPH in all electric mode.  The Fusion Energi Hybrid truly offers the best of both worlds, providing the capability of driving an electric vehicle but the ability to act as a hybrid for longer trips between charges.  This is a sacrifice for the planet you'll truly enjoy.

The 2.0L Atkinson cycle I-4 eCVT provides 95 MPGe (MPGe is the EPA equivalent measure of gasoline fuel efficiency for electric mode operation) 81 MPG3 on the highway and 88 MPGe combined.  Even if you just ran the Fusion Energi without charging it you would get 40 MPG in the city, 36 MPG on the highway and 38 MPG combined.

If you are like many customers looking for electric vehicles for sale you are probably doing lots of research and comparing different models like the Chevy Volt.  We think you will find the room in the Fusion Energi more versatile for most lifestyles that include kids, dogs, etc as opposed to the much smaller Volt.

To see the online inventory of Ford Fusion Energi (Plug-In Hybrids) currently in stock and for Sale at Gresham Ford visit the website.  You can also test drive one at 1999 East Powell Blvd Gresham OR 97080.