subject: Iphone App For Fords Econo Check [print this page] Apples range of iPhones, iPods and iPads have revolutionised how we use technology. Apples products are no longer just MP3 players or mobile phones; they have become tools we can use to do an affinity amount of things.
Ford has recently launched a new iPhone and iPod app to support its Econo Check service which aims to help drivers reduce their fuel consumption, even for the Ford Ranger. Fords Econo Check service adds a data logger to any car for seven days, monitoring the drivers driving style and habits. After the seven day period the logger is taken off and the gathered data is analysed to provide helps and tips to the driver.
The driver is handed a tailored report advising on how modifying gear changes, anticipation, acceleration and braking will improve fuel economy. Resulting savings are also shown, which can be up to 25% or 474 a year according to a study of 50,000 drivers.
The optional Ford Econo Check app calculates potential fuel savings for any car - based on make, model, age and annual mileage - and provides fuel efficient driving tips on any iPhone or iPad. Ford owners and users of an iPod or iPhone have the added benefit of being able to locate their nearest Ford dealer to book an Econo Check for their personalised report.
Ford's Econo Check app is available free of charge from iTunes. Paul Muers, Ford customer service marketing manager, said: "This new Econo Check app will help motorists to drive more fuel efficiently. Our 2011 price of 11.99 for an Econo Check at a dealership makes the service an ideal new year resolution to pursue with fuel prices at a record high."
