Archive for the ‘Commercial News & Reviews’ Category

2013 Super Duty: The Toughest Gets Tougher

Friday, February 8th, 2013

That’s right. America’s Most Capable Pickup is now even better. Tested-tough new powertrains – designed, engineered and built by Ford – give Super Duty class-leading fuel economy, plus best-in-class diesel horsepower and torque.

Best-in-class maximum towing and payload capacities get the job done when no one else can. Standard trailer sway control helps increase your towing confidence. It’s no wonder F-Series has been America’s best-selling truck for 33 years running.

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The Ford Atlas Concept

Friday, February 8th, 2013

Allow us to introduce the Ford Atlas Concept, revealed at the North American International Auto Show. Ford has built the Atlas Concept as a way to explore how to improve a truck’s towing and hauling characteristics, and it also offers a glimpse at where Ford trucks may be headed in the future.

Fuel efficiency and productivity are key for the Atlas Concept, which has some breakthrough capabilities. Take for example the Active Grille Shutters that automatically stay open when additional engine cooling is needed in low-speed or hot weather driving situations, then close for better aerodynamics when cruising at steady speeds.

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What Moves You? It May Soon be the All-new Ford Transit!

Friday, December 21st, 2012

Ford is about to completely change the look, feel, fuel economy and functionality of its full-size commercial vans in the U.S. with the introduction of the 2014 Ford Transit.

“The all-new Transit is a game changer,” said Joe Hinrichs, Ford President of The Americas. “Transit raises the game for our customers in North America and around the world with even greater work capability and significantly lower operating costs, helping improve their productivity and bottom lines. These, literally, are the vehicles people trust and rely on for their livelihoods.”

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Ford Owns Work

Monday, October 8th, 2012

Rough, heavy-duty work. It’s the foundation of our world. And the people who are willing to roll up their sleeves and do that work know that they need to pick the right tools for the job. That’s why Ford keeps improving the Super Duty series — to give the hardest workers the most powerful tools.

We Own Work lets workers share their stories. How do you use your Ford Super Duty? Are you a proud member of a Super Duty fleet? You get to represent your industry, share your photos, and tell the world how your Ford truck takes the lead in the heavy duty daily grind.

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Ford F-150 & Super Duty Own Work

Sunday, September 30th, 2012

Like its larger F-Series Super Duty sibling, the Ford F-150 pickup is the market sales leader across a variety of commercial, industrial and municipal vocations.

To tell the F-150 story, Ford is extending its “We Own Work” campaign across the F-Series lineup, inviting social engagement by providing an online forum for hard-working, hard-playing owners to share their F-150 stories and recognize their collective contributions.

Watch the video, then share your story with Ford!

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First Look at Ford’s All-New Global Transit

Monday, September 24th, 2012

At a special Go Further with Ford program in Amsterdam, Ford unveiled its new generation of Transit commercial vehicles, developed on all-new global platforms for sale in Europe, North America and other worldwide markets.

For 2,500 dealers and journalists from across Europe, Chris Brewer, Ford Commercial Vehicle Engineer, introduced these new vehicles.

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Ford Tough Truck Sweepstakes

Thursday, July 5th, 2012

You could win a New Ford Truck!

Ford Commercial Trucks and Vans are ideal for hardworking businesses. These powerful, durable and versatile vehicles help get the job done and offer the level of interior luxury you deserve when using your vehicle as an office. Now, Ford is giving you the chance to win one.

You could win a New 2013 Ford F-150 XLT! Just follow the link below, submit your information, and cross your fingers!

Enter the Sweepstakes >>

E-Series Cutaway: Powerful, Capable, and Versatile

Thursday, July 5th, 2012

The E-Series Cutaway Van has proven its dependability with decades of tough duty. That’s why you’ll find it under school buses, ambulances and other vocational vehicles where a good track record counts. Shuttle buses, parcel delivery vans, utility vehicles – name the application and you’re likely to find an E-Series Cutaway Van to fit the bill.

Ford E-Series Cutaway Vans offer all the power you need to haul and tow, but they’re also built comfortable to keep you focused on the job all day long. Properly equipped, E-350 and E-450 can pull up to 10,000 pounds. With innovative technologies – our available Integrated Trailer Brake Controller, for example – you’ll have not only the hardest working van out there, but one that works smart, too.

Looking for a versatility and power? Call us today to discuss options, upfits, and deals for your future fleet.

Top Transmissions for Powerful Performance

Thursday, July 5th, 2012

It’s no secret that Ford Commercial trucks pack a lot of power under the hood. From top-of-the-line engines to strong, sturdy frames, Ford leaves no piece unperfected. But Ford’s Commercial lineup wasn’t designed by psychics. That’s why Ford provides options. If you’re looking for an E-Series Cutaway, those options just got even better.

Meet Ford’s two new transmission options. For whatever your needs, a 4-speed automatic overdrive is available on select cutaway models with 4.6L or 5.4L EFI Triton® V8 engine. It’s got power and punch, plus reliability to the core.

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2013 Ford F-150: A Rugged Truck for Rugged Jobs

Wednesday, June 20th, 2012

When Ford unveils something new, there tends to be an interesting story behind it. In this case, it’s a new package for the new F-150, called Special Service Vehicle. The SSV Package allows the 2013 F-150 to become even more adaptable to unique tasks.

If you’re not familiar with the SSV name, it’s a unique Ford package aimed at government, municipal and commercial fleets – law enforcement, fire-fighting and state park patrols, to name but a few.

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