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If you end up needing to use public charging, Blink and ChargePoint are two of the bigger networks. And getting an RFID card from them ahead of time will expedite things, as many sites begin billing to charge. Recargo.com and Plugshare.com are charge site aggregators that have websites and...

AC power (120V or 240V) is supplied over same pins (contact #1 & #2 of J1772 connector).

The 240 volt L2 EVSE installed in your garage generates a "Pilot Signal" that tells the car the maximum current draw available in amps. The on-board charger in the car then respects that maximum. The L1 charging cable that comes with your car generates a pilot signal that limits current to 12...

Nice bit of troubleshooting! And excellent support from Ford. Thanks for the update.

Congratulations! Is this your first EV? What’s it replacing, or is it an addition? Will you commute in it? How far? How are you going to charge it?

This is a guess as I did not find it in the Owners Manual. Some cars have a threaded hole in the bumper to insert a "Tow Hook" that would be used to winch car onto a flatbed tow. If so, cover will have a slot to pry off/open, but may be hard on the paint. You could check to see if there is a...

From the Owners Manual; "Budget Text — Shows the distance to your next charge point and the surplus distance available, or your budget and status if you didn’t identify a charge point through the navigation system. Budget Text View: contains basic information to help you reach your next...

Car and Driver first drive review of Ford Focus Electric http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/2012-ford-focus-electric-first-drive-review

Nice review of MyFord Mobile app at InsideEVs http://insideevs.com/ford-focus-electric-smart-gauge-and-mobile-app-real-world-tests/

Sounds like you are enjoying your Focus Electric! Thanks for sharing your travels. Regarding charging time, EVs will differ, but many will add miles more slowly the closer they are to full charge. Since you are the first with a Focus Electric, your experience will be very helpful to those of...

Yes. Apparently the Volkswagen Passat can get 80+ mpg.

You are asking the right questions. There is a learning curve to EVs, and it’s different for every individuals personal situation. Manufacturers struggle with providing enough information without overloading customers to the point of discouragement. Ford will emphasize the faster 6.6kW charger...

Excellent! We’re all eyeballs when you get a chance to post :)

According to Plugin Cars, Ford Now Shipping Focus Electric to US Dealerships

The Ford Focus Electric in Jay Leno’s Garage