The New Ford Airstream

inspired by airstream recreational
vehicle trailers first built in 1931 the
ford airstream vehicle made its debut in
2007 the Detroit Auto Show unveiled
Ford’s retro futuristic crossover
concept the SUV runs on electric power
it is battery powered with plug-in
capability the onboard charger can be
refilled at home ford estimates the
combined city/highway fuel economy
rating at 41 miles per gallon the
vehicle can travel 25 miles on
all-electric power and an extra 280
miles when hydrogen is added its exhaust
emission is water vapor several vintage
characteristics influenced Ford’s model
including clever storage solutions
designed specifically for certain
implements such as cameras flashlights
and first-aid kits Ford Group also
adopted airstreams
trademark reflective metallic sheen its
doors are asymmetric such that the
passenger side door is a power clamshell
hatch that runs 2/3 the length of the
vehicle the car’s interior has a lounge
atmosphere equipped with high-tech
gadgets
internet access four-point safety belts
and various ambient settings
other features include touch sensitive
controls and a single multifunction
gauge display with primary driving
information