Ford to Integrate Start-Stop Technology Across Lineup
As Ford strives to become a leader in fuel efficiency, the American automaker plans to integrate start-stop technology across its lineup.
This past week at the 2013 LA Auto Show, Ford debuted a 2015 Edge concept that featured start-stop technology. Though it didn’t give a time frame, the American automaker did announce that it plans on performing an aggressive rollout to all its major products.
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With the Ford F-150 being its best-selling model, don’t be surprised to see the start-stop technology find its way to the pickup sooner than later. Ram currently offers a version of the system on several of its models. Currently, Ford’s start-stop technology is only found on the 2013 Fusion and is a $295 option.
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[Source: Automotive News]
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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I can't stand all this techno crap being forced down out throats, all designed to gain a minute amount of MPG gains at the expense of the way the vehicle drives. Please make this defeatable