LONDON, United Kingdom, Aug 26, 2021 – More people than ever are set to explore the UK & Europe in an electric vehicle this summer, with sales increasing by more than 50 per cent so far in 2021 compared to the same period in 2020. For new owners of Mustang Mach-E at least, range anxiety need not dampen the excitement of their summer getaway.
From Scotland to Land’s End, Bern in Switzerland to the historic Italian port city of Genoa, or from Madrid to the exclusive Spanish beaches of Marbella, owners of the all-electric Ford Mustang Mach-E could make these, and many other, UK & European1 capital-to-coast trips on a single charge2.
The Mustang Mach-E is in fact a GUINNESS WORLD RECORD™ holder after demonstrating its ultra-efficiency between John O’Groats and Land’s End. The record-breaking performance on Britain’s most lengthy journey necessitated stopping for under 45 minutes of charging. Leaving John O’Groats on full charge, the 840 miles to Land’s End – equivalent to almost driving up Mount Everest – required only two main charging stops at Wigan, in Northwest England, and Cullompton, Devon.
Even from a capital like Prague in the land-locked Czech Republic, Mustang Mach-E could transport a family non-stop to the hip urban Szczecin Beach around 310 miles north in Poland. And with a targeted pure-electric driving range of more than 370 miles it would arrive with range to spare.
Travelling to the coast from the capital cities of Austria, Hungary, Poland, Spain or Switzerland also involves a lengthy journey. However, the industry-leading FordPass Charging Network offers compatible charging stations at reachable coastal resorts from each of those countries’ capitals, so Mustang Mach-E owners can top up their batteries as well as their tans and ensure they have enough charge to get home.
“After such a tough 2020 many of us will be excited to get out and explore Europe this summer, and the Mustang Mach-E is the perfect vehicle to do that with,” said Roelant de Waard, general manager, Passenger Vehicles, Ford of Europe. “The impressive driving range helps continue the Mustang’s long association of road trips and freedom, while adding the extrabenefit of zero emission driving.”
As well as zero-emission driving, owners can also benefit from the lower running costs versus petrol or diesel engines as well as the inherent quietness of an electric powertrain, which can all help to keep stress levels down
No matter where in the UK or Europe owners decide to head this summer, they can use the EV Trip Planner on the FordPass app4 to make journeys even easier. The app calculates the route and, based on the current battery level of the Mustang Mach-E, schedules any charging stops should they be required. The Intelligent Range feature also more accurately predicts how much range drivers have using past driving behaviour, weather forecasts and crowdsourced data from other Mustang Mach-E vehicles.
The Mustang Mach-E’s ability as a summer road trip companion doesn’t end there either. The drainable luggage compartment under the bonnet, or “frunk” allows for damp and sandy towels or beachwear to be cleanly stowed away, while models equipped with the optional full-length panoramic roof include a special glass coating to help interiors stay cooler. An additional inner layer between the glass helps protect against ultraviolet rays too.
The next-generation SYNC infotainment system5 also allows users to split the 15.5-inch touchscreen between navigation and music selection – with Power Up over-the-air updates set to bring useful new features – and owners are all set for a great road trip adventure.
The first Ford Mustang Mach-Es arrived in the UK and Europe in June where it topped Norway’s car sales for the month. For more information visit your local Ford website.
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1 Based on the European Union member states and those from Ford’s 20 main European markets: Austria, Belgium, Britain, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Romania, Sweden and Switzerland. Also includes Turkey.
2 Based on a fully-charged battery
3 The declared WLTP fuel/energy consumptions, CO2-emissions and electric range are determined according to the technical requirements and specifications of the European Regulations (EC) 715/2007 and (EU) 2017/1151 as last amended. The applied standard test procedures enable comparison between different vehicle types and different manufacturers.
4 FordPass Connect (optional on select vehicles), the FordPass smartphone app, and complimentary connected services are required for remote features (see FordPass terms for details). Connected services and features depend on compatible partner network availability. Evolving technology/cellular networks/vehicle capability may limit functionality and prevent operation of connected features. Connected service excludes Wi-Fi hotspot
5 Don’t drive distracted. Use voice operated systems where possible and don’t use handheld devices while driving.
About Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) is a global company based in Dearborn, Michigan, that is 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 and deepen the loyalty of those customers. Ford designs, manufactures, markets and services a full line of connected, increasingly electrified passenger and commercial vehicles: Ford trucks, utility vehicles, vans and cars, and Lincoln luxury vehicles. The company is pursuing leadership positions in electrification, connected vehicle services and mobility solutions, including self-driving technology, and provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. Ford employs about 186,000 people worldwide. More information about the company, its products and Ford Motor Credit Company is available at corporate.ford.com.
Ford of Europe is responsible for producing, selling and servicing Ford brand vehicles in 50 individual markets and employs approximately 43,000 employees at its wholly owned facilities and consolidated joint ventures and approximately 55,000 people when unconsolidated businesses are included. In addition to Ford Motor Credit Company, Ford Europe operations include Ford Customer Service Division and 14 manufacturing facilities (10 wholly owned facilities and four unconsolidated joint venture facilities). The first Ford cars were shipped to Europe in 1903 – the same year Ford Motor Company was founded. European production started in 1911.
Ford of Britain has been U.K. sales leader for passenger and commercial vehicles for 44 and 55 consecutive years respectively, with Fiesta the country’s top-selling vehicle for the last 12 years. The U.K. is Ford’s third-largest global market and accounts for around 30 percent of Ford total vehicle sales in Europe. Ford is going “all-in” on electrification, with its passenger vehicle range moving to all-electric by 2030. Ford directly employs around 7,000 people in the U.K., with thousands more employed in its extensive dealer network. The Ford Britain Dunton Campus in Essex is the home of Ford’s European commercial vehicle business group, the Ford of Britain national sales company, Ford’s banking arm – Ford Credit Europe – and powertrain engineering. Around 85 percent of engines and all transmissions built in the U.K. are exported to more than 15 countries on six continents. Total value of Ford exports is around £2.5 billion annually.
