I drive a big battery on wheels. Why do I need the little 12V one?

  Why do EVs still have the old-school 12-volt automotive battery?  It’s an interesting question for sure!  Although an EV’s primary source of power is the high voltage (HV, or “big”) battery, virtually all EVs still have a 12V battery on board - and it’s to power all the accessories that gas-powered (ICE) have too!  […]

Do you drive a Ford EV and charge up at BC Hydro's DC fast chargers?  Great news!   Starting May 1st, BC Hydro is switching to energy-based billing on their public EV chargers!  That means you'll be paying for your energy by the kilowatt-hour, rather than by the time you're connected to the charger!  With […]

It happens, traffic is a daily nuisance and it’s not going away anytime soon. More times than not, it’s going to be either cold or hot outside while we are stuck in the afternoon rush. That means we need the car’s climate control, or HVAC (heating, ventilation, air conditioning) system to get comfortable.   But […]

The long-term durability of electric vehicles (EVs) is a question people new to electrics often ask us, particularly regarding battery performance and longevity under high mileage conditions. However, a recent report from a proud owner of a 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning brings a wave of optimism. Despite logging nearly 93,000 miles in less than two […]

Are you the proud owner of a Ford Mustang Mach-E or F-150 Lightning? Charging your electric vehicle just got easier!  This video from Ford shows you how to use the FordPass App or the SYNC 4A screen in your car to locate and utilize Tesla Superchargers. This insightful video provides a step-by-step guide, ensuring you […]

Starting today (February 29, 2024), Ford is enhancing the charging experience for its electric vehicle owners by integrating the Tesla Supercharger network into the Ford BlueOval Charge Network.  With a DC Fast Charging adapter, you will be able to fast charge your Mach-E, F-150 Lighting, and e-Transit vehicles at upgraded Tesla Supercharger sites. This integration allows […]

A major stumbling block for potential EV buyers is the high up front cost compared to gas-powered vehicles, but a closer looks shows it is not quite as high as some think. Imagine you’re shopping for a new SUV. You’re shown prices for two very similar models, one gas-powered and the other electric. However, the […]

Tips to help maximize the range of your EV in extreme weather Ford EVs have been tested in extreme cold conditions, enduring months of real-world winter driving in Alaska and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. The batteries have been subjected to temperatures as high as 60°C to as low as minus 40°C in Ford’s atmospheric test chambers. […]

Ecolab Selects Ford Pro to Accelerate North American EV Fleet With Ford F-150 Lightning and Mustang Mach-E, Set to Reach 100% EV in California by 2025 Ecolab—a global sustainability leader offering water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions—selected Ford Pro™, Ford’s commercial division, to accelerate the electrification of its sales and service fleet, targeting complete North […]

Exciting news for our Ford EV customers...access to the Tesla Supercharger network is coming, and coming soon!  And even better - Ford's going to be offering *complimentary* CCS-NACS adapters to eligible EV customers!   Yet another reason to choose a Ford EV - you'll be getting the best of a startup (the Supercharger network) and […]