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August 18, 2009 8:52 PM PDT

Ford announces 'intelligent' system to link hybrids to power grid

by Suzanne Ashe
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Ford Motor Company announced it has developed an intelligent vehicle-to-grid communications and control system for its plug-in hybrid electric vehicles that "talks" directly with the nation's electric grid.

This new technology--which builds on Ford's advancements such as SYNC, SmartGauge with EcoGuide, and Ford Work Solutions--lets the driver program when to recharge the vehicle, for how long, and at what utility rate.

All 21 of Ford's fleet of plug-in hybrid Escapes eventually will be equipped with the vehicle-to-grid communications technology. The first of the specially equipped plug-in hybrids has been delivered to American Electric Power of Columbus, Ohio. Ford's other utility partners' vehicles will also be equipped with the communications technology.

(Source: Ford)

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by younona August 24, 2009 1:16 PM PDT
What do you think about the new 2010 Ford Flex EcoBOOST? Do you like the design ? I want this car :) I found an interesting review on topspeed.com
The Flex is a very capable car.
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