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Focus on Sustainability: Ford is First Automaker to use Captured CO2 to Produce Foam and Plastic for Vehicles

According to a press release issued earlier today by Ford, the automaker is the first in the industry to formulate and test new foam components made from 50 percent CO2-based polyols. The new biomaterial shows promise, already meeting rigorous automotive standards, and Ford expects it to be used in underhood and seating applications within the next five years. Using the new materials could help Ford reduce its petroleum...

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Ford utilizes closed-loop recycling to cut carbon emissions

Ford has always been a pioneer in the automotive industry. This Earth Day, Ford is showing us how they're setting the bar even higher and advancing into new territory with the new 2016 Ford F-150, which is poised to become one of the lowest carbon footprint full-size trucks on the market.

 

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What is Your Favorite Green Engine Option?

We have many options available to all our drivers who want to help protect the environment (or spend less on gas) at Liberty Ford Of Maple Heights. Which works best for your lifestyle?

Our least divergent option is the Ford EcoBoost engine. It utilizes turbocharging and direct injection to get more power out of fewer cylinders, a practice that increases fuel economy without sacrifice. You can find EcoBoost on

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