Charging Your Mobile Made Easy with MyFord Mobile
The MyFord Mobile smartphone app and Web portal has received recognition. That now includes a charging station locator. This feature is powered by PlugShare.com and is compatible with both the new Ford Fusion Energi. For it also includes a C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid vehicles.
Mobile Charging
MyFord® Mobile now includes the impressive feature of PlugShare®. It offers a dynamic collection of charging stations throughout North America. Along with compiling data from publicly accessible sources, PlugShare also integrates user-generated information. That’s especially to ensure the most complete and thorough dataset.
The mobile application for myford.com can be accessed through the link below. Especially which also features an image of the app.
According to Bill Frykman, the business and product development manager of the MyFord Mobile app and portal for the Focus Electric. Now it was introduced last year. It’s also the most advanced remote management app in the industry. Now, the system is being made available to drivers of plug-in hybrids. For they get some exclusive features designed specifically for these long-range vehicles.
Use Ford app to Charge your Mobile Device
Forrest North, the CEO of Xatori is the creator of PlugShare. It stated that many people are not aware that the majority of charging stations are currently free of cost. By providing drivers with transparent information about charging, PlugShare and Ford are encouraging more and more people. That’s to especially switch to electric cars. With its innovative features such as real-time updates. Let’s not also forget community contributions and user reviews. So PlugShare has become one of the most widely used charging station finders in North America. It is an honor for PlugShare to be chosen by a well-established industry leader like Ford for their MyFord Mobile app.
Both C-MAX Energi and Fusion Energi have been evaluated by the EPA to have a range of 21 miles for pure electric driving on a single charge. Furthermore, these vehicles have a combined range of 620 miles on one tank of gas and one charge, according to the EPA’s estimates.
Ford plug-in hybrid vehicle owners now have the convenience of using their smartphones to remotely monitor and control the battery charging process. That’s so it locates charging stations, tracks energy efficiency and earns rewards for driving efficiently.
The MyFord Mobile App
With the integration of PlugShare.com data, the station finder feature of the MyFord Mobile app. For it enables drivers to easily find both points of interest and charging stations. This allows for convenient charging opportunities at any destination. The app allows users to search for specific terms, like “pizza” or “Mexican food”. It’s near locations and displayed the results with the closest charging station for each entry. Drivers can then choose a destination based on its proximity to a charging plug.
Mike Tinskey about MyFord
According to Mike Tinskey, the director of Vehicle Electrification and Infrastructure, providing access to public charging is beneficial for C-MAX Energi and Fusion Energi owners as it allows them to drive more electric miles. This not only helps reduce their environmental impact but also enhances energy security. The number of public charge stations has significantly increased. That’s from less than 3,000 units in 2010 to over 11,500 units currently installed in the United States.
According to Tinskey, this partnership enables Ford clients to utilize all existing stations and also provides them with instant access to newly installed charging stations.
MyFord Mobile
The mobile application MyFord Mobile is available for use.
The trip and charge log in MyFord Mobile has been recently enhanced to offer drivers insights into their usage of their plug-in hybrid car in terms of both electric and hybrid mode. Through utilizing data on electricity consumption, hybrid fuel efficiency, and regenerative braking, the application guides drivers to modify their driving habits for better efficiency.
The MyFord Mobile feature allows owners of plug-in hybrid vehicles to monitor the battery’s charge level, receive notifications if they forget to plug in the car or if charging is interrupted, and utilize value charging for cheaper electricity rates during non-peak periods. Additionally, drivers can preheat or cool the cabin while the car is plugged in, reducing strain on the drivetrain for improved efficiency.
Conclusion
According to Frykman, the intention behind creating MyFord Mobile was to offer a convenient means for Ford plug-in car owners to keep track of their overall energy consumption and handle it effectively. He also mentioned that there is a continuous effort to enhance the user experience.
The MyFord Mobile Web portal, located at http://www.myfordmobile.com, was launched by Ford Motor Company on February 7, 2013.
