Ford Pro electric vans boost innovative heat pump tech capable to increase range
The so-called Vapour-Injected Heat Pump (VIHP) technology provides an efficient way to warm the cabin by capturing heat energy from the air outside, even at temperatures far below -10°C. As explained by Ford Pro, heating the cabin by capturing “free” energy reduces the battery power consumed to keep drivers warm and comfortable – meaning more energy in the battery for getting the job done.
A patented Ford technology can help Ford Pro electric vehicles drive further between recharges even in cold weather. This is due to the development of an innovative heat pump fitted as standard to every Ford E-Transit Custom, E-Tourneo Custom, and enhanced range E-Transit.
Ford’s innovative heat pump tech
More into technical details, the so-called Vapour-Injected Heat Pump (VIHP) technology provides an efficient way to warm the cabin by capturing heat energy from the air outside, even at temperatures far below -10°C. As explained by Ford Pro, heating the cabin by capturing “free” energy reduces the battery power consumed to keep drivers warm and comfortable – meaning more energy in the battery for getting the job done.
Ford engineers found the technology could improve the enhanced range E-Transit’s driving range between 7 per cent and 10 per cent when compared with a vehicle without a heat pump. “For business that use vans, every km travelled between top ups means less downtime and more money earned. We’re chasing every km to maximise efficiency and make electric fleets more productive and cost-effective for hard-working businesses,” said Ingo Krolewski, supervisor, Climate Attribute and Controls, Ford.
