2011 Ford Transit Connect Electric

Ford is delivering an all-electric version of the Transit Connect light-duty commercial vehicle in 2010.
• Ford is collaborating with Azure Dynamics, a world leader in the development and production of hybrid electric and electric commercial vehicles.
• Leveraging its ONE Ford strategy, Ford has committed to delivering all-electric power for commercial applications on a global platform.
First in Vehicle electrification Plan
• Transit Connect Electric is the initial offering in Ford’s aggressive new vehicle electrification strategy. During the next three years, Ford will also introduce in North America:
- A new Ford Focus Electric car in 2011
- Next-generation hybrid vehicles, including a plug-in version, by 2012
• The use of a global commercial vehicle platform showcases Ford’s ability to deliver products with worldwide marketing opportunities.
• Strategic partnerships with suppliers are a key element of Ford’s electrification strategy.
CollaBoraTion enaBles sPeed To MarKeT
• Ford is working with Azure Dynamics to deliver an all-electric Ford Transit Connect van.
• Azure Dynamics will integrate its Force Drive™ battery electric drivetrain in the Ford Transit Connect Electric.
• Force Drive components have been used in more than 40 vehicle integrations and have more than 25 million miles of on-the-road experience.
• Azure Dynamics has been designing and developing electric drive systems for more than 20 years, providing customers with zero-emission transportation solutions.

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