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The Ford Model U was a
concept car created by the
Ford Motor Company. This vehicle was first introduced at the
2003
Washington D.C. Auto Show. This concept is one of a kind
with its automatic features and recyclability. Ford wanted this
vehicle to be a modern
21st Century interpretation to the original
Ford Model T.
Engine
The Model U uses a 2.3-liter, four-cylinder supercharged,
intercooled hydrogen internal combustion
I4 engine which also uses a
hybrid
electric
transmission. With this type of engine and transmission,
this engine lived up to
PZEV
standards. It uses normal aspiration and induction.
Design
The Model U has some of the most revolutionary technology
ever done onto a car. The vehicle is completely made up of a
soy-based
exterior and a mainly fully automatic interior. The Model U has
a power-retractable canvas roof. The interior can remain
uncluttered with the Model U's innovative slot system. The Model
U can go from a
SUV
to a
pickup truck with its automatic retractable behind.
References
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Ford Model U Information @ ConceptCarz.com
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Model U Concept: A Model for Change Detailed article on
Ford site
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Ford
concept cars v d e |
| Cars: |
Focus MA |
Forty-Nine |
GT90 |
Gyron |
Indigo |
Iosis |
Reflex |
Shelby Cobra Concept |
Shelby GR-1 |
TH!NK |
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Minivans/SUVs: |
EX |
Fairlane Concept | Model U
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SAV |
SYNUS |
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Pickup trucks: |
Explorer Sport Trac Concept |
F-250 Super Chief |
Categories:
Ford vehicles |
Concept automobiles
