Mustang Mach-E Rally

[atomcat68]

I thought the 80's Mustang had wheels like that as an option and they were actually wheel covers that were grey. I think white is not the proper color as well, they should use grey or a dark chrome to emphasize the yellow body of the car.

[jpd80]

On 9/9/2023 at 6:58 AM, Deanh said:

Starbucks bet...wont be too many made...it will be too expensive and BEV resale sucks.....BIG time

A more ROW centric model for Europe and RHD countries like UK, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa?

That version may sell well as an exclusive low production run.

[silvrsvt]

On 9/8/2023 at 6:08 PM, atomcat68 said:

I thought the 80's Mustang had wheels like that as an option and they were actually wheel covers that were grey. I think white is not the proper color as well, they should use grey or a dark chrome to emphasize the yellow body of the car.

 

But it does come in other colors that might not look that great in those colors plus its calling back to its WRC roots,. which used these style/color of wheels?

Not sure why everyone is so hung up on the color-it was done because its influenced by Fords WRC racing heritage....but hey most of you are from North America and either had no exposure or don't care either

 

[jpd80]

Part of me still wishes that Ford had done something like a Falcon sedan on GE1,

Im imagining a car that’s a lot like the full sized China based  Mondeo.

 

A properly sized BEV car would add a new variety to vehicle sales and probably

do well across a lot of different markets, especially with no emissions impediment.

Edited September 10, 2023 by jpd80

[silvrsvt]

8 hours ago, jpd80 said:

A properly sized BEV car would add a new variety to vehicle sales and probably

do well across a lot of different markets, especially with no emissions impediment.

 

What would you considered properly sized? 

[rmc523]

On 9/10/2023 at 1:24 AM, jpd80 said:

Part of me still wishes that Ford had done something like a Falcon sedan on GE1,

Im imagining a car that’s a lot like the full sized China based  Mondeo.

 

A properly sized BEV car would add a new variety to vehicle sales and probably

do well across a lot of different markets, especially with no emissions impediment.

Mondeo is a larger midsize though, at least here in the states.

 

FWIW, I think that’s a good size for an entrant to return.

[jpd80]

Gotta wonder about Ford’s timing, new Mach E version  announced just as loads of buyers are walking away…..

[rmc523]

21 hours ago, jpd80 said:

Gotta wonder about Ford’s timing, new Mach E version  announced just as loads of buyers are walking away…..

 

Obviously trying to spur sales somehow

[rperez817]

Ford announced that it will officially sponsor Kaleigh Miller and Bailey Campbell in the Mustang Mach-E Rally, part of the Rebelle Rally series. Ford sponsors Rebelle Rally where Mustang Mach-E will compete (teslarati.com)

 

The Rebelle Rally is a women’s off-road navigation rally raid, the first in the United States. It showcases the vehicles’ ability and challenges the drivers’ navigation skills since they are not allowed to use GPS or cell phones. 

Ford announced the members of each team that will be competing in the Rebelle Rally this year. Kaleigh Miller and Bailey Campbell will drive and navigate the Mustang Mach-E Rally next month. Miller participated in Rebelle Rally in 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2020. She won the Rebelle Rally in the 4×4 class in 2016, 2017, and 2020. 

Campbell also participated in the 2016 and 2017 Rebelle Rally as a driver. She finished second in Baja 1000 and fourth in Class 1 of the Mint 500. She is the first female driver to finish in the top five at King of The Hammers at 19 years old.

“Ford has entered vehicles in the Rebelle Rally for the last three years, and now is the right time for an electric effort. We’re excited to see Mustang Mach-E Rally take on 1,500 miles of the amazing dirt roads, trails, and two tracks of California and Nevada,” said Mustang Mach-E Chief Engineer Donna Dickson.

 

[akirby]

Let the jokes commence……. ?

[T-dubz]

This is a timed race right? Mach e has a range of what, 300 miles? That’s at least 5 stops during the 1500 mile race. That’s a lot of time wasted charging.

[akirby]

1 hour ago, T-dubz said:

This is a timed race right? Mach e has a range of what, 300 miles? That’s at least 5 stops during the 1500 mile race. That’s a lot of time wasted charging.

Not a race per se - more of a competition about navigation and staying on time and on course.  Each day is a separate challenge and is probably less than 200 miles per day.