Benefits of a Plug-in HybridDrivers who want to have the opportunity to travel on electric power alone but still want the reassurance of having a gasoline engine available are good candidates for plug-in hybrids. • Models available: C-Max Energi, Fusion EnergiPlug-in hybrids provide:• Lower fuel consumption and less CO2 emissions because electricity stored in the large capacity lithium-ion battery can be used to propel the car • The choice of whether or not to plug in and charge the lithium-ion battery • The selection of when to travel on electricity alone: right away, later or automatically • The opportunity to charge the state-of-the-art lithium-ion battery using a 120-volt convenience charging cord or available 240-volt charging options • Clean Pass Eligible - ( H.O.V. lane approved) 
Essential Knowledge: When is plugging-in recommended?It's recommended that drivers "top-off" the lithium-ion battery in a plug-in hybrid (or all-electric car) as often as possible, so there's electricity available to drive all-electric when desired. Drivers can use one of three methods: • The standard 120-volt convenience charging cord. • Available Ford-recommended 240-volt home charging options. • A publicly-available 240-volt charging station.
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Benefits of an All-Electric Vehicle• Models Available: Focus ElectricDrivers who want to go completely gasoline-free, eliminating all CO2 emissions, are likely to select an all-electric vehicle. All-electric vehicles provide:• Complete independence from fueling with gasoline • The ability to travel without producing CO2 emissions • No oil and filter changes are needed • Immediate response when pressing the accelerator thanks to the electric traction motor coupled to a single-speed transmission
Essential Knowledge: Purchasing an electric vehicle can save up to $8,000.The decision to drive electric can save an estimated $8,000(1) in fuel costs over 5 years. That's compared to the average new gas vehicle which gets 24 mpg and costs $11,000 to fuel over 5 years. |
