Is Your Business Ready to Go Electric? Discover Ford Pro’s New Tools
Ford Pro™, the commercial division of Ford Motor Company, has launched new digital tools, including E-Switch Assist, to help businesses seamlessly integrate electric vans and trucks into their fleets while achieving their operational goals.
E-Switch Assist: Assessing Your Electric Vehicle Readiness
The first step in transitioning to electric vehicles (EVs) is determining which vehicles in your fleet are ready to make the switch. A recent survey showed that, on average, gas and diesel vehicles still represent 58% of fleet compositions, with hybrids accounting for nearly 20%.1 E-Switch Assist helps businesses and government agencies assess their readiness to add electric models like the E-Transit van and F-150 Lightning pickup, pinpointing the best candidates for electrification. This complimentary web-based tool is now available in the U.S., UK, France, Italy, Germany, Spain, Norway, and the Netherlands.
Utilizing advanced algorithms developed by the Ford Pro data science team, E-Switch Assist analyzes connected vehicle data to compare energy consumption between gas-powered vehicles and their electric counterparts. It considers various factors, including distance traveled, cargo load, vehicle efficiency, terrain, driver behavior, external climate, and cabin heating needs. The tool also estimates the number of daily charges required for both individual vehicles and entire fleets.
“Data-driven tools like E-Switch Assist are facilitating crucial conversations with our commercial clients about EV readiness. We regularly use it in consultations to help organizations evaluate whether electric trucks and vans are suitable for their needs,” said Nathan McDonald, EV Strategy and Brand Manager at Ford Pro. “These technologies not only assist in vehicle sales but also shift perceptions about the viability of electric vehicles for their operations, potentially saving them time and money.”
E-Switch Assist empowers businesses with insights to identify which parts of their fleet can transition to electric without disrupting operations. So far, the tool has assessed over 38,000 commercial vehicles, identifying that nearly 53% are potential candidates for electrification.2
Ford Pro customers can sign up for a free E-Switch Assist assessment here.
If the assessment indicates readiness for electric vehicles, Ford Pro provides solutions to facilitate their addition, including commercial-grade chargers for homes and worksites, as well as telematics and software for efficient management.
Home Charging: Essential for Business and Convenience
Ford Pro is dedicated to supporting the shift to zero tailpipe emissions3 for commercial clients with an expanding range of Ford work-ready electric vehicles, alongside charging hardware and software solutions for home and worksite use.
Surveys of fleet operators reveal that nearly 30% of employees take company vehicles home after hours.4 Home charging can be both convenient and cost-effective for businesses and their drivers. The Ford Pro Series 2 48-amp charger, available now, is a high-quality, commercial-grade solution designed for home use. Ideal for overnight charging, it features RFID technology for easy access, an LCD display, standard cellular connectivity (no Wi-Fi® needed), and is compatible with both Ford and non-Ford vehicles.
Ford Pro Charging Software manages employee charging activities across various vehicle makes and locations.6 It tracks usage, generates energy reimbursement reports, can set automated charging schedules, and monitors real-time household utility rates to optimize charging times, helping to lower electricity costs and ease demand on the electrical grid.
For more details about Ford Pro Home Charging solutions, click here.
Comprehensive Solutions for Businesses
Ford Pro offers a fully connected customer experience through a wide array of solutions, including vehicles, charging, software, financing, and service tailored for businesses and government entities.
As the leading commercial vehicle brand and America’s best-selling line of commercial vehicles for 39 consecutive years, Ford features BUILT FORD TOUGH® trucks and vans equipped with Ford Pro software and services. This lineup includes America’s top-selling electric truck, the F-150® Lightning®;8 the best-selling electric van, the E-Transit™;9 and the best-selling trucks, the F-Series, for 47 consecutive years.12
To learn more about Ford Pro’s expanded suite of solutions, visit FordPro.com.
- Ford Pro Operating Patterns, BEV Segmentation Survey Report, July 6-24, 2023.
- Ford internal data, 10/16/24.
- Based on EPA tailpipe rating. Visit fueleconomy.gov for more information.
- Ford Pro Charging Research, Path to Purchase Report, Feb 23-March 9, 2023.
- RFID cards sold separately.
- Subscription required.
- Based on S&P Global Mobility CY1985-2023 US TIPNet Registrations excluding registrations to individuals.
- Based on 2023 CY industry-reported total sales.
- Based on 2023 CY industry-reported total sales.
- Based on S&P Global Mobility CY2023 US TIPNet Registrations, GVW Class 1.7 electric vehicles excluding SUVs.
- Based on total U.S. industry-reported sales (2023 CY).
- Based on 1977-2023 CY industry-reported total sales.
