|
|
In the News News items that may be of interest. These show up on the front page.
Only Moderators may start threads,
but anyone can respond to them. |
Welcome to the CleanMPG forums.
Some posts may describe situations which may in some cases be unsafe or illegal in some jurisdictions. Please use common sense and consult your local laws to make sure you do not hurt yourself or others or break any laws. You are currently viewing our boards as a guest which gives you limited access to view discussions, articles and access our other features. By joining our community you will have access to post topics, communicate privately with other members (PM), respond to polls, upload your own photos and access many other special features. Registration is fast, simple and absolutely free so please, join our community today!
If you have any problems with the registration process or your account login, please contact contact support.
|
Ford To Launch C-Max Hybrid Models In Europe 2013
 |
05-10-2010, 06:51 AM
|
 |
Penguin of Notagascar
|
|
Join Date: Apr 2007
Vehicles: '12 LEAF SL, '02 Insight 5spd MT
Location: Coon Rapids, MN
Posts: 20,598
|
|
|
Ford To Launch C-Max Hybrid Models In Europe 2013
 The C-MAX will be exported to North America beginning in late 2011.
Christoph Rauwald, - WSJ - May 10, 2010
Are we finally going to get that hybrid mini-van we've been waiting for? --Ed.
Ford Motor Co.'s (F) European unit said Monday it will launch hybrid versions of its new-generation C-Max model in Europe in 2013. The vehicles are to be produced at the U.S. automaker's Spanish plant in Valencia.
In a statement, Ford said total investment in the Ford C-MAX program in Spain over the next three years, including the hybrid models, is more than EUR300 million ($410 million). The hybrid electric and plug-in hybrid electric programs account for around EUR27 million ($36 million).
Ford said the Spanish government and the Valencia regional administration "will provide the highest grant assistance" for the hybrid programs "in line with European Union requirements".
The Valencia plant will also produce the seven-seat version of... [Read More] |
05-10-2010, 11:14 AM
|
 |
Senior Member
|
|
Join Date: Aug 2006
Vehicles: 2006 HCH II w/NAVI; 2012 Ford C Max
Location: Williamsburg, VA
Posts: 717
|
|
|
Re: Ford To Launch C-Max Hybrid Models In Europe 2013
As a family man, I don't understand why a hybrid minivan is not available in this country until 2011? When I drive down the road, I see a lot of minivans - each a potential hybrid in my eyes.
I just went thru a difficult purchase process where the only "acceptable option" was another minivan. A hybrid would have made this a little easier to swallow.
__________________
"Bomber" Bob
Cessna and HCH-II Pilot
Best tank 774 miles/10.4 gal
|
05-10-2010, 11:22 AM
|
 |
Beat The System
|
|
Join Date: Jan 2007
Vehicles: 2009 Fit, 2004 Odyssey, 96 Civic retired
Location: Longview, TX
Posts: 12,848
|
|
|
Re: Ford To Launch C-Max Hybrid Models In Europe 2013
I totally agree, Bob. Whoever brings a good alternative to market will sell a bunch of them!
__________________
Andrew
----
100 mpg commute / 90.2 mpg tank = 1191 miles
|
05-10-2010, 11:30 AM
|
|
1996 Honda Accord 2.2l 5spd
|
|
Join Date: Aug 2008
Posts: 236
|
|
|
Re: Ford To Launch C-Max Hybrid Models In Europe 2013
The Mazda5 works well for my family, it's no hybrid though. Now, a hybrid Mazda5, there's a winner.
__________________
Best MPG so far = 41.60 mpg
3.2kw Solar Array on "Green" Home
|
05-10-2010, 02:41 PM
|
|
Moderator
|
|
Join Date: May 2007
Vehicles: '11 Elantra Touring, '00 bioTDI Golf, Bikes, Light Rail
Location: Portland, OR
Posts: 5,316
|
|
|
Re: Ford To Launch C-Max Hybrid Models In Europe 2013
Toyota has sold hybrid minivans in Japan for quite a few years now. But they still don't seem to think the North American market is deserving of them.
|
05-10-2010, 09:18 PM
|
|
Senior Member
|
|
Join Date: May 2007
Vehicles: 2000 Protege ES
Location: Alexandria VA
Posts: 981
|
|
|
Re: Ford To Launch C-Max Hybrid Models In Europe 2013
Autoblog is reporting that Ford has announced that the C-max will be built in Spain, with a US export version produced there.
__________________
I still miss my 83 Civic.
|
05-10-2010, 09:36 PM
|
 |
Be Inspired
|
|
Join Date: Mar 2008
Vehicles: 1999 Dodge Avenger, 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse 5sp
Location: Schenectady, NY
Posts: 6,182
|
|
|
Re: Ford To Launch C-Max Hybrid Models In Europe 2013
Wasn't Chrysler gonna leapfrog this whole thing with an electric mini van? 
__________________
Ricardo
Best Segment: 25.3mi@76.9mpg
|
05-19-2010, 11:10 AM
|
 |
PZEV, there's nothing like it :)
|
|
Join Date: Feb 2006
Vehicles: Accord, Ranger, and anything else ;)
Location: Northern Illinois
Posts: 43,021
|
|
|
Re: Ford To Launch C-Max Hybrid Models In Europe 2013
Hi Ricardo:
I thought Chrysler was going to leap-frog the entire industry with BEVs, PHEVs and FCVs from their skunk works group we reported on about 3-years back… With a lot of skepticism I might add.
So much for innovation. I think they need to produce more Hemi’s 
Regarding Ford... They sure do have a lot of cool stuff around the world 
Good Luck
Wayne
__________________
|
|
Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
|
|
|
| Thread Tools |
|
|
| Display Modes |
 Linear Mode
|
Posting Rules
|
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
HTML code is Off
|
|
|
|
