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Robin, That's a pretty big percentage-wise hit to the range, what was the base range you are comparing to, or what is the actual predicted miles? I believe you are located in BC, Canada - what kind of cabin heating and/or defrosting were you using?

If you use an iPhone that has been updated to iOS6, don't update to the new version of the MyFord Mobile application. The new version (1.1, August 17th release) does not work with iOS6. The application will start and then just go to a blank screen and never launch. There are several reports...

I've experienced the unpowered start two times also. Putting the car in park and cycling the start button has taken care of it for me. I'm not willing to admit yet that this was operator error. I did press the start button both times, but may not have checked to see if the green car icon came...

No worries charging outside in the rain. I've done it many times at work with my Volt.

No problems with mine so far. I think the design with push to open push to close is interesting, but also wonder at its longevity. I also won't want to push to close it when it is covered in dirt and road salt in the winter since the cover spins under your finger and will probably lead to...

I think the overall reported miles on myfordmobile.com is probably accurate, it is the individual trip mileage figures that get truncated when you look at the "trip and charge log" details.

I had heard that Ford's philosophy on regeneration was to keep it with the brake pedal. Unfortunately, as you have seen they did not do that. In fact, the FFE has stronger regeneration in "D" than the Volt does. In "L", the Volt's regeneration is stronger. In either car, you can get to a...

I keep a detailed daily mileage and charging log on both of my cars (Chevy Volt and FFE). I have found the reporting of mileage on the myfordmobile.com site to be inaccurate. The individual trip reporting number gets truncated (rather than properly rounded or reporting a fractional mile) for...

I have not experienced this issue, but if the sound stops when the car is not plugged in the charging system components are initial suspects. Are you able to tell if the noise is coming from the front or rear of the car?

Sorry, here comes a few questions to better understand your situation... I'm guessing this is happening when the car is done charging but still plugged in, correct? Are you using a 240V EVSE or the or the included 120V unit? If using a 240V EVSE, which brand? Has the car thrown any error...

The WeatherTech mats are good quality relatively thick mats, the fit is perfect and they stay in place. I like that they have a "pan" type shape to capture snow, rain, or mud and keep it off the carpets. I'd prefer a mat type finish over the semi gloss that they have so it would not show marks...

I think I saw the same video. The one I saw showed a power flow type diagram that the 2012 does not have. Maybe they determined it was unnecessary because there is only battery power and regeneration modes whereas a hybrid or plug-in hybrid have more power sources. I agree, car makers should...

Yes, the hatch mat came in this week. The mat is heavy duty and fits well over the top of the cargo organizer. Here is a photo of the hatch mat and one of the WeatherTech mats for the drivers side floor. http://flic.kr/p/cEGMGq http://flic.kr/p/cEGN1Q

The OBD-II port is located in the knee panel under the left side of the steering wheel behind a hinged cover. I know this because Progressive Insurance assured me that their Snapshot OBD-dongle was compatible with the FFE. Lets just say it is NOT COMPATIBLE!!!!

Thanks Sean - always best to get first hand information. Please keep us posted on findings.

Thanks for the replies. I agree that the car's control systems should be designed to take care of the battery under all conditions. I was surprised to see such a recommendation from Nissan in the Leaf's manual. I take it as a good sign that such wording does not show up in the Focus manual...

I've also been following the recent Nissan Leaf battery degradation issues in hot climates and note that the Leaf's Owner Manual recommends charging the battery to not more than 80% to maximize battery life (this recommendation is independent of climate). I read through the Focus Electric Owner...

As I re-looked at current discussions on the Wattstation, I found a post article discussion comment (apparently) from an individual assocated with GE on the subject at AutoBlogGreen. http://green.autoblog.com/2012/07/17/nissan-leaf-doesnt-play-nice-with-ges-wattstation/#aol-comments Another...

I have the Wattstation and have been using it with my Focus for the last month without any issues so far. I had heard about the problems a few Leaf owners were having with the GE station and was under the impression that the issue may have been with the Leaf rather than with the Wattstation but...

This change took care of my issue. Thanks!