If you haven't yet heard of the Ford Focus EV already available for order in the states of New York, New Jersey and California; you'll be interested to know it's slated for delivery to select markets in 2012. If you've had your finger on the pulse that is the Ted Britt Ford Lincoln of Fairfax blog, you've likely been waiting with baited breath to hear efficiency specs. Well, you don't need to exercise patience anymore. All we have to say, is the EV and plug-in hybrid named after a tree part and battery power respectively had best keep an eye in their rearview mirrors.

While the new Ford Focus EV might look cute, it demonstrates no mercy when it comes to trouncing its competitors in terms of fuel economy and charging time. Specifically, Ford claims the Ford Focus EV will be the first vehicle in all automotive history to deliver a fuel economy rating of over 100 mpg-e. To really drive the car's superiority home, Ford is also boasting a highly competitive charging time, which cuts that of the LEAF in half. In half! So, not only with the Ford Focus EV save you more gas money than its rivals, it will provide convenience that actually suits modern drivers' extremely busy lifestyles. What a novel idea.

Perhaps more important though, is the fact that the new Ford Focus EV isn't an exception to the rule. As Ford's Group Vice President of Global Product Development, Derrick Kuzack says, "The Focus Electric is a shining example of leading fuel economy Ford is offering for each new vehicle. Whether people want a hybrid, plug-in hybrid or full battery-electric vehicle, we have a family of vehicles for them to consider, providing a range of options to best meet and support their driving habits and lifestyles."¹

Ted Britt Ford Lincoln of Fairfax might add that even Ford's petrol powered lineup is deftly crafted to offer ultimate efficiency and convenience. Regardless of your preference, be sure to visit Ted Britt Ford Lincoln of Fairfax, located at 11165 Fairfax Blvd. Fairfax, VA and check out our entire new Ford inventory. Never has shopping for a new car been so fun or easy.

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