BlueOval Charge Network Trial Extended One Year Complimentary

[Maxx]

There is no way we were not the currency on the negotiating table between Farley and Musk. The simple truth is access to Tesla network has value for us and Ford and Tesla both will monetize that. In order for Ford to make money off of FordPass, Tesla must have promised Farley to cool it on Magic Doc deployment. And that put more pressure for NACS becoming the standard in U.S. and CCS irrelevant. Widespread Magic Doc would be Tesla throwing the towel. After Ford deal, Tesla is going for network domination from the position of strength. Ford pass extension is for us to develop the habit of using it until everything is hammered out and running smoothly. Then BAM, the fees and charges.

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[IdeaOfTheDayCom]

I didn’t realize this was complimentary

I'm confused too.

When I got my previous car, a Mustang Mach-E, they said we would get 250 Kwh at Electrify America for free as part of the network. I traded it for the Lightning before I got a chance to try it.

Then, I assumed I would get the same thing with the Lightning, and that I could just plug my Lightning in and it would recognize my VIN and start charging. That never happened.

So, each time I used an EA charger, it never recognizes my VIN and still asks for a credit card. So what exactly does the Blue Oval Network do?

 

[COrocket]

I'm confused too.

When I got my previous car, a Mustang Mach-E, they said we would get 250 Kwh at Electrify America for free as part of the network. I traded it for the Lightning before I got a chance to try it.

Then, I assumed I would get the same thing with the Lightning, and that I could just plug my Lightning in and it would recognize my VIN and start charging. That never happened.

So, each time I used an EA charger, it never recognizes my VIN and still asks for a credit card. So what exactly does the Blue Oval Network do?

Blue Oval is basically supposed to enable plug and charge at chargers the onboard navigation routes you to (“in network”). Make sure it’s enabled in the connected services area of the app and you also may have to have a credit card on file for when the trial runs out.

 

[PA Lightning]

I'm confused too.

When I got my previous car, a Mustang Mach-E, they said we would get 250 Kwh at Electrify America for free as part of the network. I traded it for the Lightning before I got a chance to try it.

Then, I assumed I would get the same thing with the Lightning, and that I could just plug my Lightning in and it would recognize my VIN and start charging. That never happened.

So, each time I used an EA charger, it never recognizes my VIN and still asks for a credit card. So what exactly does the Blue Oval Network do?

Did you set up an account for the Blue Oval Charge Network in your Ford Pass app?

I set up the account under the Connected Services menu. Only used an EA fast charger once in the last ten months and it was plug and play.

 

[IdeaOfTheDayCom]

Did you set up an account for the Blue Oval Charge Network in your Ford Pass app?

I set up the account under the Connected Services menu. Only used an EA fast charger once in the last ten months and it was plug and play.

Just checked again... It says it's active and even shows the 250kWh with no expiration shown.

But, I've used 2 EA chargers and it didn't recognize me.

 

[IdeaOfTheDayCom]

PS... I was curious about the blank expiration date, so I touched the (i) symbol and it said this:

To be clear, I took delivery last fall, so the 4 day window has passed. I wonder if the blank date has something to do with why it doesn't work for me.

 

[F150ROD]

PS... I was curious about the blank expiration date, so I touched the (i) symbol and it said this:

To be clear, I took delivery last fall, so the 4 day window has passed. I wonder if the blank date has something to do with why it doesn't work for me.

I have the same.

I think we all now what the Blue Oval Network is supposed to do. I guess I am just having a hard time trying to understand why they would charge a subscription when it’s supposed to be part of this whole EV “experience”.

I am not sure how many are going to want to “adopt” when you have to pay just to roll your windows down smh… it kind of takes the “savings” aspect out of it.

 

[Amps]

Tesla already has an option in their app for charging non-teslas at magic dock locations, so I'd probably just going that route if Ford tries to hide Supercharger access behind a subscription.

Tesla will lower charging rates for a $12.95/mo subscription fee for non-Teslas. By extending Blue Oval Network 'free' trial, I'd hope that BON will have similar benefits. For EA, Ford's BON had a beta going of discounted P&C EA Pass pricing at about the same price as an EA annual subscription. IIRC, BON was $2.00/year more at $50.

 

[IdeaOfTheDayCom]

I have the same.

I think we all now what the Blue Oval Network is supposed to do. I guess I am just having a hard time trying to understand why they would charge a subscription when it’s supposed to be part of this whole EV “experience”.

I am not sure how many are going to want to “adopt” when you have to pay just to roll your windows down smh… it kind of takes the “savings” aspect out of it.

Thankfully it's still a "Free Trial", because it doesn't actually work. Perhaps that's why it's still free, so they can get the kinks out of it.

Both times I used EA's chargers, I ended up using my Apple Watch because it didn't recognize me, so it wasn't a hassle, but if they actually make it work, it will be useful for Tesla SuperChargers, because those don't have a screen with an integrated credit card terminal.

So as I see it, if they can make it work, it's in their interest to get people to use their platform, instead of getting Ford owners to use the Tesla App.

 

[Bills R Electric]

That’s what I am trying to figure out?

This should be a standard feature?

You and me both.

I didn't know I was going to have to pay after 2 years. Where was that in the fine print? LOL

 

[IdeaOfTheDayCom]

I called Ford and told them about the blank expiration date and they created a support ticket to look into the problem.

They told me they will call me in a week to follow up and make sure it works, and that I can call them when I'm at an EA charger and they can do a specific diagnosis.

As always, Ford proves to me that they listen, and care. That's why I'm on my 8th Ford.

I'll follow post the results after I hear back from them.

 

[PA Lightning]

Just checked again... It says it's active and even shows the 250kWh with no expiration shown.

But, I've used 2 EA chargers and it didn't recognize me.

On my app there is also a plug and charge menu item that you have to open and check to enable plug and charge.
I have a Pro and the latest software update is 4.2.4

 

[IdeaOfTheDayCom]

On my app there is also a plug and charge menu item that you have to open and check to enable plug and charge.
I have a Pro and the latest software update is 4.2.4

AHA! That’s it. It was turned off and I never knew it.

THANKS!

 

[CRAIGC540]

Plug & Charge on my Porsche Taycan gave you the EA membership rate. When I started charging my F150 using Plug & Charge, I was shocked that Ford didn’t do the same. I have Plug & Charge enabled, but now initiate charging through the app to save a few bucks.

Can you tell me what sequence you use to start a session at EA?
I've been told by EA to plug first then swipe, they also have said the opposite. I've done both ways and its hit and miss for me. I have Blue Oval disabled to not have that confusion. and the price increase. When I did use plug and charge for my free 250kw it worked perfectly.

 

[Zprime29]

Can you tell me what sequence you use to start a session at EA?
I've been told by EA to plug first then swipe, they also have said the opposite. I've done both ways and its hit and miss for me. I have Blue Oval disabled to not have that confusion. and the price increase. When I did use plug and charge for my free 250kw it worked perfectly.

I activate on the app first, then plug in. Haven't had any trouble with that, assuming the station was working to begin with. For reference, I've only used 3 locations for a grand total of 8 charging sessions.

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