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With our world currently facing a climate change emergency, many people are deciding to make the switch from fossil fuels to electric powered vehicles. If you’re considering making the switch to an electrified vehicle, then it’s important you understand the differences between them. Click on the drop downs below to get more information on Mild Hybrid, Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid and All-Electric Vehicles.
A mild hybrid electric vehicle (MHEV) uses a battery-powered electric motor in support of a conventional petrol or diesel engine to improve efficiency and reduce emissions†. Mild hybrids use regenerative braking to charge the battery while driving. They don't charge from an external power source and are not capable of electric-only driving.
Self-charging hybrids, sometimes called Full Hybrid Electric Vehicles (FHEV), are often known simply as: hybrids. They combine a hybrid battery with a conventional combustion engine to boost power and improve efficiency. The battery charges as you drive using regenerative braking.
Self-charging hybrid vehicles have less all-electric range than plug-in hybrids, but are still capable of driving short distances on electric-only power at lower speeds. Ideal for shorter trips about town.
As with all hybrids, a PHEV combines a conventional engine with a battery-powered electric motor, to increase efficiency and reduce emissions†.
PHEVs are capable of short electric-only journeys. For example, the Kuga PHEV has an electric-only range of up to 28-41 miles‡. That means fuel savings and lower emissions compared to other hybrid or conventional engine vehicles.
A Ford PHEV is usually best charged at home using a wallbox, or from a standard plug socket using the cable provided. They can also be charged at some public charge points.
An all-electric vehicle, also known as an EV, runs on 100% battery power and charges from an electric charging point. That means zero fuel, zero emissions driving and range up to 293-372† miles.
On the road, you'll experience instant torque, smooth, step-free acceleration, and quiet running.
And with government incentives, reduced road tax, and lower servicing costs, choosing an electric car could be good for your wallet as well as the environment.
If you are still unsure as to which of the electrified vehicle types best suit your lifestyle we have developed a tool to help. Our electric calculator takes into consideration your annual mileage, most common journey and longest journey amongst other things to help guide you to the best type of vehicle for your lifestyle. To take a step on the road to electrification click the button below:
Electric Calculator
The Road to Better is Ford’s strategy to build a better world. Where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams. It’s what drives us forwards since we started our journey in 1903.
Our scale and resources put us in a strong position to drive change for better - better for our people, better for our planet and better for progress. Targeting climate change action while exploring more sustainable manufacturing practices and taking responsibility for our environmental and social impact. Our purpose is bigger than just building great vehicles.
You have two options for charging your all-electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle at home. The simplest: just plug into a standard domestic socket using the supplied home charging cable. And the fastest: a dedicated home charging point, like the Ford Wallbox, for charging up to five times faster than a standard socket.
How much it costs to charge an electric car depends on variables like battery size, your electricity tariff, how much your battery is already charged and the EV’s temperature.
At supermarkets, service stations, carparks, and on-street — public electric vehicle charging stations are appearing in more and more locations.
How long it takes to charge an electric car varies depending on charger technology, battery condition, ambient temperatures, and your vehicle. For example, Mustang Mach-E can add over 55 miles of range in 10 minutes at a 150kW charge point.
For some public charge points, you will need your own cable. But for most, it’s as simple as plugging in the attached charging cable and making payment – which is made very convenient with your BlueOval™ Charge Network account.
We’re working to make the transition to electric easy, with convenient charging and longer range. Rapid advances in battery technology mean today’s electric vehicles charge faster and take you further.
Watch the video below to find out...
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