Ford's hybrid and electric vehicle lineup has been
largely overlooked but the company is hoping for greater success in the future
thanks to the addition of several new models.
According to Automotive News, the automaker is
planning to launch at least four new hybrid models in 2019. While most of the
company's previous hybrids have been based on sedans, these new vehicles will
be based on crossovers and large SUVs.
The report suggests Ford will launch a plug-in
hybrid version of the Escape as well as a hybrid version of the Expedition. The
Lincoln lineup is also slated to go eco-friendly as there will reportedly be a
plug-in hybrid variant of the MKC as well as a hybrid version of the Navigator.
The models will eventually be joined by hybrid
versions of the Mustang and F-150. These six vehicles will make up nearly half
of the electrified vehicles the company plans to launch by 2020. Some of the
other vehicles remain a mystery but the company has already announced plans for
a Transit plug-in hybrid and as well as two hybrid Police Responder vehicles.
We can also expect to see an electric crossover with a range of approximately
300 miles.
