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Ford unveils $40,000 Fathom electric ute with bidirectional charging
Original: Ford’s bidirectional breakthrough: New Fathom $40,000 electric ute could slash the cost of powering your home from an EV
Ford has revealed the Fathom, a roughly $40,000 electric ute featuring bidirectional charging that lets the vehicle power a home. The capability could cut household energy costs by drawing on the ute's battery during peak periods or outages, positioning the affordable pickup as both transport and backup power source.
Why now: A low-priced EV that can also power a home is a significant development for cost-conscious buyers amid high energy prices.
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