Ford developed home charging station for the Focus with Leviton

Ford developed the home charging station for the Ford Focus Electric with Leviton, a leading North American producer of electrical devices.

The Ford charging station. Click to enlarge.

The charging station features a nonpermanent-style installation; The unit plugs into a 240-volt outlet instead of being hard-wired into the electrical breaker box. The nonpermanent-style design makes removal and replacement as simple as unplug and plug back in should the owner move.

Manufactured in the United States, the unit’s exterior housing is made out of up 60% post consumer recycled material. The unit also is compatible with all upcoming Ford plug-in vehicles.

The unit also has a larger power design than competing devices, allowing for faster charge times as vehicles accommodate.

Ford is working with consumer electronics leader Best Buy to sell the charging station and offer complete consultation and installation services through its Geek Squad subsidiary and third-party licensed electrical contractors. Based on current plans, the Focus Electric home charging station with standard installation is expected to retail for approximately $1,499, as much as 30% less than competitors’ systems. The unit also will have a limited 10-year hardware warranty.

Source: Green Car Congress