...The Ford C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid was named Green Car Journal’s 2012 Green Car Vision Award winner on January 26 at the Washington Auto Show.
The plug-in model is built on the same global C-car platform as the Ford Focus and other Ford models to come.
Ford’s first-ever plug-in hybrid vehicle, the C-MAX Energi uses the automaker’s powersplit hybrid architecture and advanced lithium-ion batteries to deliver all-electric driving plus the versatility of hybrid or internal combustion power. It offers high efficiency and a driving range greater than 500 miles.
“Designing new cars from the ground-up to accept both internal combustion and alternative powerplants is an extremely important strategy,” said Cogan.
To be considered for the Green Car Vision Award, vehicles must be on their way toward commercialization but not yet on sale, in small volume production with more than one functional prototype in existence, or operating as part of a demonstration fleet.
Across the Atlantic in London, Ford’s long-term commitment to lowering carbon emissions has been recognized with an award from the Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership (LowCVP).