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Ford Motor Company has been at the forefront of automotive technology for over 100 years. The company's long history of innovation continues from the introduction of the moving assembly line to the development of self-driving cars.
The Ford S2RV (Smart, Safe Research Vehicle) was a technology concept car first shown at the 2003 North American International Auto Show. It was based on a modified Ford Expedition and featured a number of advanced technologies including a collision avoidance system that used radar to detect other vehicles and warn the driver of potential collisions; adaptive lighting, which changes with the car as it moves, auto-adjusting the lights for the driver; and an adaptive cruise control system that used radar to maintain a set distance between the S2RV and the car in front of it and a night vision system that used infrared cameras to see in the dark. It also featured a voice-activated navigation system, and a built-in DVD player. Although the S2RV was never put into production, it generated a lot of interest from consumers and the media. It was praised for its innovative design and its luxurious accommodations. However, all that luxury costs. Reviews were critical of its high price tag, estimated to be around $200,000.
The H2RV Hydrogen Ice Hybrid Research Vehicle was a concept vehicle developed by Ford Motor Company in 2003. It was a two-door, four-passenger vehicle that combined a hydrogen fuel cell with a gasoline-powered internal combustion engine. The hydrogen fuel cell provided electricity to power the vehicle's electric motor, while the gasoline engine was used to generate hydrogen for the fuel cell. The H2RV had a range of up to 200 miles on a single tank of hydrogen. Some of the key features of the H2RV were that it was a two-door, four-wheel drive passenger vehicle, it could go from 0 to 60 in ten seconds, and it had a top speed of 100 mph. However, there were some drawbacks including cost, and the longer time it took to refuel a hydrogen fuel cell vehicle. The H2RV was never put into production, but it was a significant step forward in the development of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. It showed that it was possible to build a practical and affordable hydrogen fuel cell vehicle that could compete with gasoline-powered vehicles.
VIRTTEX, or VIRtual Test Track EXperiment, is a driving simulator used by Ford Motor Company to study driver distraction and test safety measures. It is a large, spherical structure that sits one story off the ground and is accessed by a jetway bridge. Inside the dome is a real car painted black to avoid reflections, mounted on a motion platform. The car is surrounded by a 360-degree projection screen that displays a realistic driving environment. This can also be used to simulate different weather conditions such as rain or snow. VIRTTEX is used by Ford engineers to test a variety of driver distraction scenarios such as texting while driving, eating while driving, and talking on the phone while driving. The simulator can also be used to test the effectiveness of different safety features, such as lane departure warning and blind spot detection. VIRTTEX is a valuable tool for Ford Motor Company in its efforts to improve driver safety. This simulator allows Ford engineers to study driver distraction in a safe and controlled environment, which can then be used to develop new safety features and educate drivers about the dangers of distracted driving.
The Focus Fuel Cell Vehicle is a hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCV) that was produced by Ford Motor Company from 2004 to 2009. It was based on the second-generation Ford Focus hatchback, and was powered by a Ballard Mark 902 fuel cell stack (a fuel cell stack is the heart of a fuel cell power system). The tank stored the equivalent to 4kg of gas. The Focus FCV had a driving range of up to 200 miles. Ford ended production of the Focus FCV in 2009, citing a lack of demand. The Focus FCV was one of the first mass-produced FCEVs.
The 2005 Ford Escape Hybrid was Ford's first hybrid SUV. It was powered by a 2.3L 4-cylinder engine and an electric motor, and was available with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. The Escape Hybrid was rated at up to 36 mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway. This hybrid SUV was praised for its fuel economy, but criticized for its high price tag and lack of cargo space. The 2008 model year was its last. #fordmotorcompany #ford #electriccar #hydrogenfuelcell #cartechnology
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Ford Motor Company has been at the forefront of automotive technology for over 100 years. The company's long history of innovation continues from the introduction of the moving assembly line to the development of self-driving cars.
The Ford S2RV (Smart, Safe Research Vehicle) was a technology concept car first shown at the 2003 North American International Auto Show. It was based on a modified Ford Expedition and featured a number of advanced technologies including a collision avoidance system that used radar to detect other vehicles and warn the driver of potential collisions; adaptive lighting, which changes with the car as it moves, auto-adjusting the lights for the driver; and an adaptive cruise control system that used radar to maintain a set distance between the S2RV and the car in front of it and a night vision system that used infrared cameras to see in the dark. It also featured a voice-activated navigation system, and a built-in DVD player. Although the S2RV was never put into production, it generated a lot of interest from consumers and the media. It was praised for its innovative design and its luxurious accommodations. However, all that luxury costs. Reviews were critical of its high price tag, estimated to be around $200,000.
The H2RV Hydrogen Ice Hybrid Research Vehicle was a concept vehicle developed by Ford Motor Company in 2003. It was a two-door, four-passenger vehicle that combined a hydrogen fuel cell with a gasoline-powered internal combustion engine. The hydrogen fuel cell provided electricity to power the vehicle's electric motor, while the gasoline engine was used to generate hydrogen for the fuel cell. The H2RV had a range of up to 200 miles on a single tank of hydrogen. Some of the key features of the H2RV were that it was a two-door, four-wheel drive passenger vehicle, it could go from 0 to 60 in ten seconds, and it had a top speed of 100 mph. However, there were some drawbacks including cost, and the longer time it took to refuel a hydrogen fuel cell vehicle. The H2RV was never put into production, but it was a significant step forward in the development of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. It showed that it was possible to build a practical and affordable hydrogen fuel cell vehicle that could compete with gasoline-powered vehicles.
VIRTTEX, or VIRtual Test Track EXperiment, is a driving simulator used by Ford Motor Company to study driver distraction and test safety measures. It is a large, spherical structure that sits one story off the ground and is accessed by a jetway bridge. Inside the dome is a real car painted black to avoid reflections, mounted on a motion platform. The car is surrounded by a 360-degree projection screen that displays a realistic driving environment. This can also be used to simulate different weather conditions such as rain or snow. VIRTTEX is used by Ford engineers to test a variety of driver distraction scenarios such as texting while driving, eating while driving, and talking on the phone while driving. The simulator can also be used to test the effectiveness of different safety features, such as lane departure warning and blind spot detection. VIRTTEX is a valuable tool for Ford Motor Company in its efforts to improve driver safety. This simulator allows Ford engineers to study driver distraction in a safe and controlled environment, which can then be used to develop new safety features and educate drivers about the dangers of distracted driving.
The Focus Fuel Cell Vehicle is a hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCV) that was produced by Ford Motor Company from 2004 to 2009. It was based on the second-generation Ford Focus hatchback, and was powered by a Ballard Mark 902 fuel cell stack (a fuel cell stack is the heart of a fuel cell power system). The tank stored the equivalent to 4kg of gas. The Focus FCV had a driving range of up to 200 miles. Ford ended production of the Focus FCV in 2009, citing a lack of demand. The Focus FCV was one of the first mass-produced FCEVs.
The 2005 Ford Escape Hybrid was Ford's first hybrid SUV. It was powered by a 2.3L 4-cylinder engine and an electric motor, and was available with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. The Escape Hybrid was rated at up to 36 mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway. This hybrid SUV was praised for its fuel economy, but criticized for its high price tag and lack of cargo space. The 2008 model year was its last. #fordmotorcompany #ford #electriccar #hydrogenfuelcell #cartechnology
For availability and licensing inquiries, please contact:
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