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I'm using a JavaScript blocker, which has the same effect. I hate to do it, I know sites generate money from ads. But they area almost always intrusive these days. Also, if a site puts up its OWN ads, instead of simply using outside URLs, it will show up. But most site operators do not go to the trouble of setting up their own ads. It really slows down the site. I have discovered that most sites call an external ad program, which then reloads with more ad programs, which then reloads more ads. A site can load a half dozen times before it is complete. If you don't have script blocking you never know it - and your web browsing runs slower because of this. Anyway, that is my compromise. I always allow the actual site URL to run Javascript and put up ads - if they go to the trouble of putting them on the site themselves.

Well, I got 50.7 on my all hybrid trip in town this morning. I forgot to plug in my C-Max Energi (oops, I was tired). So I think I could make 600. One of these days I might try an entire tank that way, especially if electricity keeps going up in price. Not completely fair, since the Energi is not restricted and can store more energy on down hill. But my town driving is pretty flat.

Well, that is what dropping 600 lbs off a car and using a smaller engine will do for you. My Energi is 860 lbs heavier; the Hybrid is 600. Ford wasn't going for the mileage so much as the ability to use an existing platform and have a comfortable driving experience and ride. I've driven Prius, and I think the Ford is a better car all around. Plus, it is really easy to get in and out of.

Ah, fleet sales. The only 2014 with DRL.

Some manufacturers actually put special oil in at their factory. I recall my 2003 Honda CR-V had instructions specifically to leave the factory oil in for 7500 miles. Apparently it helped the engine break in. I adhere to the owner manual recommendations on my vehicles. I changed my Energi at 20K, just before the oil monitor would be coming on. If I were driving the hybrid I might push it to 7500K, but not before that, especially with synthetic.

I agree with Max. The vehicle is intended to run in town. I'm sure what is going to happen is that BMW is going to add programming to raise the amount of reserve if the car is going at highway speeds, so that it will enter the "limp home" mode sooner, and provide more warning before it happens. Or maybe they will just dispense with the gas version entirely. Makes room for a bit more battery.

Plus 3, I've seen Why is this better than simply front to rear?

Mine is set to ON, but it doesn't work.

Why did you do this? The 2013 can have the DRL enabled with a simple software switch by the dealer.

I don't see the point. Five times you HAVE to stop, regardless of if you want to or not. With the C-Max, I can drive until I am ready to stop, except for that one time. Plus, can you show me the infrastructure ready to charge a Tesla between those two points? How about out west, where even the gas stations can be 50 miles apart? And who is going to pay for the electricity? Those supercharger stations may be free now, but that cannot continue if the company is to stay in business.

Yes, but like said they have too many Energi to rotate them into the charging slots, and that would use up the slots instead of having customers and the maintenance folks use them.

827.4 from Beaumont (LA border) to El Paso. A looong ways, especially once you get past San Antonio. West Texas is a bit boring over the long haul. That is going via I-10. It might be closer (but far longer) to try a more direct route.

The local dealer keeps about 30 Energi (or more) on the lot - they are not going to cycle that many cars through the dealership. But it isn't the HVB that is the problem - the 12v dies.

I spend between 200 and 400 a month for electricity, and around 30 per month for gas - I generally fill up once per month or maybe every 6 weeks. Both gas and electric are expensive in LA.

On my 2014, nothing comes on until I unlock the door.

It also has a practical use. They charge up the cars after repairs and before delivery.

I keep track of the cost of electric, and calculate if it would be cheaper to run gas only in my Energi. So far I'm still saving around 4-5 bucks per fill up. It all depends on how expensive the gas is and how much electricity costs. I think the break even point is around 2 dollars at the moment here. But gas is at 2.75 in LA right now, and electric is around 14.5 cents per KWH. You would be lugging around 300 extra lbs of weight, but it would achieve good MPG in town. I get 45 when I go all hybrid mode in town. For a new purchase, it makes little sense, unless the price is the same for the Energi and Hybrid because of incentives. It was pretty close when I leased in 2014.

Yeah, I almost mentioned that one. My dealer has about 6 spaces. But that is an advertising cost, not intended for regular charging.

Sorry, but no way Ford is going to provide free chargers at various locations. They are not an electric car company. They are an ICE car company that sells some PHEV and BEV, plus hybrids, to satisfy CAFE and environmental requirements. I don't see any profit in it for them (or for Tesla, which is probably what you are thinking). As to paying, I don't see them getting into that either. If you really want that sort of thing, you can get a Blink card or similar. Ford is a car company. Towing and AWD are contrary to good fuel economy. In my opinion, a BEV or PHEV is the worst possible engine choice for towing. AWD can be OK if it is electric, like Toyota does - but that is pretty much useless for off road.

I love Alaska, but try comparing the miles of roads in Texas with the miles of roads in Alaska and get back to me.

There is a reason BMW went with that engine and only 2 gallons of gas: The EPA won't classify it as a BEV unless it truly is electric only. The car you describe would be a PHEV. I'm not sure the cost of the batteries for a 200 mile hybrid would be worth the expense, since BEVs are needed to satisfy mileage and "clean car" requirements in CARB states. They can get PHEV status for much less cost.

You are welcome. Would it have hurt them so much to have it say "Hit the OK button" instead of "Enter"?

I owned a 2006 Ford Freestyle. It looked like an explorer, but lower to the ground, and it was cheaper and better for in town use (like most folks actually USE an Explorer). Ford refused to advertise it, and it sold poorly. They eventually slapped a new body on it and it has been successful as the Flex. Anyway, the C-Max reminds me of that one, but in this case I'm not sure why Ford isn't advertising the car. Maybe they would rather sell the Fusion or Escape?

Just a note, you have the right to choose the repair shop. Don't accept whatever they want you to use until you check it out. Good luck!

The Ford dealer can turn off the DRL for the 2013 model year. They might charge for the service.