Ford Pro Offers Free EV Chargers to California Businesses for Enhanced Sustainability
DEARBORN, Mich, July 17, 2024 – Ford Pro™, Ford Motor Company’s commercial division, introduces the Ford Pro Smart Charging Bundle to California, one of America’s larger commercial fleet markets.
Charging operations for electric vehicle fleets can be complex. The Ford Pro Smart Charging Bundle aims to help California businesses with electric vehicles in their fleet while improving operations and reducing upfront and ongoing EV charging costs. The bundle offers a complimentary Ford Pro Level 2 48-amp charger or a Level 2 80-amp charger for depot and workplace charging to businesses subscribed to Ford Pro Charging software.
Going electric for businesses isn’t just about lowering environmental impacts, it’s about the bottom line. The all-electric E-Transit™ requires no gasoline, scheduled maintenance is estimated to be 48 percent less than a gas-powered 2024 Transit®1, and businesses can use the smart charging software to schedule charging during off-peak hours when utility costs are typically lower.
The new automated demand-to-grid response solution in Ford Pro’s Charging Software reacts to grid events in California such as high local demand by automatically pausing charging, alerting the customer, and resuming charging when the event is over. This can help reduce the burden on the grid and reduce the risk of brownouts and blackouts for a more resilient power system. Ford Pro will manage the enrollment process for customers in California grid demand response programs that manage grid capacity, energy programs, and emergency load programs as well as the Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) carbon credits program.
“California is an EV pioneer, and new regulations aim to accelerate businesses’ electric transition,” said Ted Cannis, Ford Pro CEO. “We’re here to do the heavy lifting and help companies navigate the complexities of electrification, helping them be more productive and efficient as they add EVs to their fleet. Our smart charging software helps businesses effectively manage their charging operations, including scheduled charging to avoid peak periods when electricity is in high demand at high rates and automated participation in grid events.”
Always-On Solutions
Ford Pro delivers an always-on, connected customer experience through a comprehensive, integrated suite of solutions including vehicles, charging, software, financing, fleet management, and service for all commercial and government customers.
Ford is the leading global commercial vehicle brand and America’s best-selling line of commercial vehicles for 39 consecutive years,2 featuring BUILT FORD TOUGH® commercial trucks and vans integrated with Ford Pro software and services.
This includes America’s best-selling electric truck, F-150® Lightning®,3 America’s best-selling electric van, E-Transit4 America’s best-selling line of all-electric commercial vehicles, Class 1-7 trucks, and vans,5 America’s best-selling commercial van, Transit®,6 and America’s best-selling trucks for 47 consecutive years, F-Series®.7
Click here to learn more about the Ford Pro Smart Charging Bundle and the extensive catalog of commercial solutions available at FordPro.com.
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1Scheduled maintenance costs based on recommended service schedule as published in the Owner’s Manual. Analysis reflects Ford Motor Company’s standard method for calculating scheduled maintenance cost, and reflects data available in 2024.
2Based on S&P Global Mobility CY1985-2023 US TIPNet Registrations excluding registrations to individuals. TIP Registrations prior to 2010 do not include all GVW 1 and 2 vehicles.
3Based on 2023 CY industry-reported total sales.
4Based on 2023 CY industry-reported total sales.
5Based on S&P Global Mobility CY2023 US TIPNet Registrations, GVW Class 1-7 electric vehicles excluding SUVs. TIPNet Registrations prior to 2010 do not include all GVW 1 and 2 vehicles.
6Based on total U.S. industry-reported sales (2023 CY).
7Based on 1977-2023 CY industry-reported total sales.
About Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) is a global company based in Dearborn, Michigan, committed to helping build a better world, where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams. The company’s Ford+ plan for growth and value creation combines existing strengths, new capabilities and always-on relationships with customers to enrich experiences for customers and deepen their loyalty. Ford develops and delivers innovative, must-have Ford trucks, sport utility vehicles, commercial vans and cars and Lincoln luxury vehicles, along with connected services. The company does that through three customer-centered business segments: Ford Blue, engineering iconic gas-powered and hybrid vehicles; Ford Model e, inventing breakthrough EVs along with embedded software that defines exceptional digital experiences for all customers; and Ford Pro, helping commercial customers transform and expand their businesses with vehicles and services tailored to their needs. Additionally, Ford provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. Ford employs about 176,000 people worldwide. More information about the company and its products and services is available at corporate.ford.com.