Good move by Ford. Investing in technologies like hybrids is what Ford needs to do to turn themselves around.
Ford just might be serious about hybrids, which is good for them. Here's another link for those of you who are interested: http://www.greencarcongress.com/2005/11/ford_announces_.html Looks like they're trying to bring more technology in house.
Well their Escape Hybrid is currently the most fuel-efficient SUV on the market; even the 4WD gets better mileage than the 2WD Highlander Hybrid. According to fueleconomy.gov's user-submitted mileage data, both Escape Hybrids get 31-33 mpg, whereas the 2WD HH gets 26 mpg. Consumer Reports got similar results.
Bill Ford has been all over my TV set, talking high-tech. If it's real, their timing couldn't be better vis-a-vis GM (even if 30 years late in real time). More power to 'em. Maybe there's hope. He's going out on a limb somewhat.
