Ford It once again pays tribute to one of the most iconic icons in its history with its launch Mustang Mach-E GT California Speciala version that fuses the classic spirit of a muscle car with the most advanced electric innovation and will arrive at dealerships In spring 2026.
”There is something in the soul ca “Which has always been associated with the Mustang, now this essence is also reflected in the Mach-E,” he explains. Christine Keenan, Color and materials designer at Ford.
From the coast of 68 to the electric future
pedigreed California Special dating back to the late 1960s, When California dealers are responsible for a significant portion of sales mustang, They commissioned an exclusive edition celebrating their success. This is the way I was born 1968 First California SpecialWith red and black accents, distinctive aerodynamics and production limited to just over 4000 units.
More than half a century later, Ford is bringing back that inspiration with an entirely new approach. With the arrival of the seventh generation Mustang, the brand decided to reinterpret the concept from a modern perspective. “We wanted something that respected the heritage, but told a different story,” he says. Stephen Taylor, Ford exterior designer.
The result is a cleaner design, with updated graphics and a new flagship tone: Adriatic sea blueA color created specifically for this edition that evokes the changing reflection of the California ocean, from pastel tones to blue-violet hues.
Exclusive and personal details
he Mustang Mach-E GT California Special He incorporates this color as an essential element of his identity. appears in 20 inch wheels Carbon gray finish with logo GT/CSin the grille with dark oxidized frame and in A Special hood drawing The California sunset is represented by gray, black, and blue lines.
Inside, the model enhances its distinctive character with Performance seats are upholstered in Navy Pier ActiveX and MikoDecorated with blue and silver reflective tape. The same material covers the steering wheel and center console, while the floor mats handle the stitching details for the rest of the cabin.
Mechanics
Based on the GT version, the Mach-E California Special offers Power 487 hp 950 Nm of torque and Autonomy up to 515 kmIt combines high performance with zero emissions.
True to the collaborative spirit that gave birth to the model, the new California Special is inspired by the Mustang community. Keenan and Taylor, owners of the Mustangs, attended events and shows such as SEMA Show Las Vegaswhere they observed how fans customize their cars. From these ideas, for example, the wheels with Adriatic Blue details were born.
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