We don't have net metering, though, at least not in SE Michigan. Some states still have it, I've heard, and maybe a small number of folks in Michigan may be grandfathered into net metering plans, but the rest of us are only credited for the "capacity" portion of each kWh, that is, the actual energy cost. Operations, cost recovery, volumetric surcharges, and distribution are not net metered. Since I'd lose my "Experimental Vehicle Service TOD" pricing with solar, then using the forced "Residential Electric Service TOD" rates (as of December peak [sunny time]), I'd only be reimbursed 1.438¢ per kWh going out, versus 16.982¢ coming in.
Obviously if batteries weren't so expensive, that would be the much better deal. And, actually, I don't have solar because every time I try to TARR it out, it doesn't make sense. My last quotes (without a battery) all came in at the $25k to $30k range for a 6kW system (not accounting for my EV). Leaving the money in VTI/VXUS/BND still has a better ROI than solar. Oh, and because I'm tied to the grid, I need DTE's approval on system design, which doesn't account for future consumption growth (stepping up from a Mach E to a future electrified Expedition), or for panel degradation. DTE will do a 12 month lookback and tell me the maximum system size we can install!
Maybe it would make sense with net metering, but since net metering is fantasy anyway, I'm not going to bother doing the math (and in many respects, net metering is a bit unfair – the utilities do have costs associated with managing the grid, and as such, true "net" is not appropriate).
Autoblog is calling it a revived Flex, but Flex was a BIG beast....lots of AI imagery....but, I can see a Santa Fe competitor for sure....
https://www.autoblog.com/features/what-if-ford-revived-the-flex
This "C" pillar treatment looks nicer....
Cost cutting since its a lame duck model and they don't want to spend the $$ to meet the CARB regs for 2026, even though the Bronco Sport and Maverick meet it.
Hello,
I came across this after my windows stopped working in my Ford Edge 2014:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tzBeVSUFUbk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cbRzxrV7vp0
I tried to solder the broken metal connector but was unable to fit it back into the plastic holder after. I'm going to have to cut the broken connector off, strip the wire, reconnect to another wire that has a new metal connector.
Questions:
1) Is there away to find out 100% if the blue wire is 14 AWG?
2) The open barrel connector that was attached to the blue wire, it's not a Ford proprietary thing is it? How can I find the exact type?
I'm a noob trying to learn. Thank you for any help you can give!
Here’s a positive move by Ford, and in my opinion will help elevate the Tremor to a more premium model.
https://fordauthority.com/2025/06/2026-ford-explorer-tremor-gains-3-0l-ecoboost-option-exclusive/
The following order guides are now available for download in the Dealer Order Guides section. Thanks @bearman54
2026 Escape Order Guide
2026 Transit Order Guide
2026 Lincoln Aviator Order Guide
2026 Lincoln Corsair Order Guide