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Ford Motor (NYSE: F) said today in a confusingly muddled concoction of press release and social media post that “Ford Charge Launches at 320 Ford Dealerships Nationwide.”
“When my great-grandparents Rocco and Emanuela Grappone opened their Gulf gas station in Concord, New Hampshire, in 1924 with just one gas pump, they saw an opportunity to support their family by becoming part of the leap forward sweeping the country and experiencing the freedom that comes with owning a car,” said Amanda Grappone Osmer the Dealer Principal of John Grappone Ford in Bow, New Hampshire.*
“A century later, cars – and the ways we fill them up – have come a long way. But our main goal remains the same: today, at John Grappone Ford in Bow, New Hampshire, we are helping electric vehicle customers enjoy the freedom of the open road with six DC fast chargers at our dealership.
“We are proud to be part of Ford Charge, a new network officially launching today and backed by Ford with nearly 1200 Ford-branded fast chargers located at more than 320 Ford dealerships nationwide. Ford Charge offers reliable, public charging for all compatible electric vehicles and we’re proud to be the first Ford dealer in the country to have chargers go live on the Ford Charge Network,” said Grappone Osmer.
“Ford Charge is part of the BlueOval Charge Network, North America’s largest integrated network, which unites thousands of chargers, and gives Ford electric vehicle drivers access to fast chargers within 18 miles on most U.S. highways,” said Ford.
“Customers can easily find Ford Charge stations through the BlueOval Charge Network for Ford customers, PlugShare, or the Shell app. These apps show charger locations, real-time availability, and pricing, making it simple for drivers to plan their routes and charging stops. While most locations are 24/7, charger availability for each specific location is clearly visible through the FordPass app, PlugShare, and the Shell app. Beyond easy access, Ford Charge also prioritizes customer support. Ford Charge offers 24/7 live agent call center support, available to any user of a Ford Charge station. If a customer has an issue or a question during their charging session, they can call a dedicated support line for immediate help, any time of day or night,” Ford said.
*John Grappone Ford
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“Our family business began with a single gas station. My great-grandmother and two of her daughters worked at a local factory making Model T parts to help supplement the pay her husband was bringing home as a stone cutter. When they saved enough and made a handshake deal with a local bank for a loan, it was time to open their doors to neighbors and tourists who passed their station on New Hampshire’s main north-south throughway.
“They took care of their community in more ways than one, providing not only support for local motorists, but a helping hand to neighbors in need. That commitment has passed down through four generations of my family. Knowing that we can help electric vehicle drivers get where they’re going connects me back to my great-grandparents and their first business venture.
Our chargers are often among the busiest in the area, and they are the most used across the whole Ford Charge network. I am proud of our team at Grappone Ford who made this a reality,” said Grappone Osmer.
About Ken Zino
Ken Zino, editor and publisher of AutoInformed, is a versatile auto industry participant with global experience spanning decades in print and broadcast journalism, as well as social media. He has automobile testing, marketing, public relations and communications experience. He is past president of The International Motor Press Assn, the Detroit Press Club, founding member and first President of the Automotive Press Assn. He is a member of APA, IMPA and the Midwest Automotive Press Assn.
He also brings an historical perspective while citing their contemporary relevance of the work of legendary auto writers such as Ken Purdy, Jim Dunne or Jerry Flint, or writers such as Red Smith, Mark Twain, Thomas Jefferson – all to bring perspective to a chaotic automotive universe.
Above all, decades after he first drove a car, Zino still revels in the sound of the exhaust as the throttle is blipped during a downshift and the driver’s rush that occurs when the entry, apex and exit points of a turn are smoothly and swiftly crossed. It’s the beginning of a perfect lap.
AutoInformed has an editorial philosophy that loves transportation machines of all kinds while promoting critical thinking about the future use of cars and trucks.
Zino builds AutoInformed from his background in automotive journalism starting at Hearst Publishing in New York City on Motor and MotorTech Magazines and car testing where he reviewed hundreds of vehicles in his decade-long stint as the Detroit Bureau Chief of Road & Track magazine. Zino has also worked in Europe, and Asia – now the largest automotive market in the world with China at its center.
Ford Charge Launches at 320 Dealerships
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Ford Motor (NYSE: F) said today in a confusingly muddled concoction of press release and social media post that “Ford Charge Launches at 320 Ford Dealerships Nationwide.”
“When my great-grandparents Rocco and Emanuela Grappone opened their Gulf gas station in Concord, New Hampshire, in 1924 with just one gas pump, they saw an opportunity to support their family by becoming part of the leap forward sweeping the country and experiencing the freedom that comes with owning a car,” said Amanda Grappone Osmer the Dealer Principal of John Grappone Ford in Bow, New Hampshire.*
“A century later, cars – and the ways we fill them up – have come a long way. But our main goal remains the same: today, at John Grappone Ford in Bow, New Hampshire, we are helping electric vehicle customers enjoy the freedom of the open road with six DC fast chargers at our dealership.
“We are proud to be part of Ford Charge, a new network officially launching today and backed by Ford with nearly 1200 Ford-branded fast chargers located at more than 320 Ford dealerships nationwide. Ford Charge offers reliable, public charging for all compatible electric vehicles and we’re proud to be the first Ford dealer in the country to have chargers go live on the Ford Charge Network,” said Grappone Osmer.
“Ford Charge is part of the BlueOval Charge Network, North America’s largest integrated network, which unites thousands of chargers, and gives Ford electric vehicle drivers access to fast chargers within 18 miles on most U.S. highways,” said Ford.
“Customers can easily find Ford Charge stations through the BlueOval Charge Network for Ford customers, PlugShare, or the Shell app. These apps show charger locations, real-time availability, and pricing, making it simple for drivers to plan their routes and charging stops. While most locations are 24/7, charger availability for each specific location is clearly visible through the FordPass app, PlugShare, and the Shell app. Beyond easy access, Ford Charge also prioritizes customer support. Ford Charge offers 24/7 live agent call center support, available to any user of a Ford Charge station. If a customer has an issue or a question during their charging session, they can call a dedicated support line for immediate help, any time of day or night,” Ford said.
*John Grappone Ford
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“Our family business began with a single gas station. My great-grandmother and two of her daughters worked at a local factory making Model T parts to help supplement the pay her husband was bringing home as a stone cutter. When they saved enough and made a handshake deal with a local bank for a loan, it was time to open their doors to neighbors and tourists who passed their station on New Hampshire’s main north-south throughway.
“They took care of their community in more ways than one, providing not only support for local motorists, but a helping hand to neighbors in need. That commitment has passed down through four generations of my family. Knowing that we can help electric vehicle drivers get where they’re going connects me back to my great-grandparents and their first business venture.
Our chargers are often among the busiest in the area, and they are the most used across the whole Ford Charge network. I am proud of our team at Grappone Ford who made this a reality,” said Grappone Osmer.
About Ken Zino
Ken Zino, editor and publisher of AutoInformed, is a versatile auto industry participant with global experience spanning decades in print and broadcast journalism, as well as social media. He has automobile testing, marketing, public relations and communications experience. He is past president of The International Motor Press Assn, the Detroit Press Club, founding member and first President of the Automotive Press Assn. He is a member of APA, IMPA and the Midwest Automotive Press Assn. He also brings an historical perspective while citing their contemporary relevance of the work of legendary auto writers such as Ken Purdy, Jim Dunne or Jerry Flint, or writers such as Red Smith, Mark Twain, Thomas Jefferson – all to bring perspective to a chaotic automotive universe. Above all, decades after he first drove a car, Zino still revels in the sound of the exhaust as the throttle is blipped during a downshift and the driver’s rush that occurs when the entry, apex and exit points of a turn are smoothly and swiftly crossed. It’s the beginning of a perfect lap. AutoInformed has an editorial philosophy that loves transportation machines of all kinds while promoting critical thinking about the future use of cars and trucks. Zino builds AutoInformed from his background in automotive journalism starting at Hearst Publishing in New York City on Motor and MotorTech Magazines and car testing where he reviewed hundreds of vehicles in his decade-long stint as the Detroit Bureau Chief of Road & Track magazine. Zino has also worked in Europe, and Asia – now the largest automotive market in the world with China at its center.