Ford
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Van News 5 Jul 2021New van sales hit by supply shortages
Growth in the LCV market is being slowed by long lead times as a result of the semiconductor shortage, new figures from the SMMT suggest.
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Van News 28 Jun 2021Free Ford fleet management service 'improves uptime' for large operators
The new Ford Telematics Essentials service is being offered for free to large fleets in the UK, France, Germany, Italy and Spain.
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Van News 22 Jun 2021Durability of Ford E-Transit tested before it joins fleets
The new electric Ford E-Transit has undergone a punishing testing regime to replicate a lifetime of fleet use, ahead of going on sale next year.
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Van News 21 Jun 2021Ford and Hermes conduct self-driving delivery van trials
Ford has announced a new self-driving vehicle research programme to help businesses gain an understanding of how autonomous vehicles can benefit operations.
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Van News 4 May 2021Fleet trials for new electric Ford E-Transit van
Ford E-Transit van and converted chassis cab models are set to begin trials with last-mile and supermarket delivery operators as well as utilities providers.
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Van News 31 Mar 2021Ford introduces digital Smart Mirror to improve visibility for van drivers
Ford is introducing a Smart Mirror system that looks like a regular rear view mirror but is actually a high-definition screen.
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Van News 22 Mar 2021Ford tackles vehicle downtime with new connected maintenance solution
Ford is introducing a new free-of-charge connected service to improve the uptime of its commercial vehicles by providing operators with maintenance information and remote diagnostics.
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Van News 17 Mar 2021
Next Ford Transit Custom will launch in 2023 with electric powertrain
Ford will launch a new version of the popular Transit Custom in 2023 with a fully electric powertrain.
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Van News 19 Feb 2021Ford improves roadside worker safety with illuminated van panels
Ford has developed new high-visibility panels for the Transit and Transit Custom, which provide additional safety for roadside workers.
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Van News 18 Feb 2021Ford van range to be zero-emission capable by 2024
Ford has confimed its entire commercial vehicle range will be zero-emissions capable, electric or plug-in hybrid, by 2024
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Van News 6 Jan 2021Ford introduces Guard Mode for commercial vehicles
Ford has launched a new connected-vehicle security system for its commercial vehicle range that can monitor vans in real time via smartphone.
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Latest News 23 Nov 2020Conversion-ready Ford Ranger chassis cab model launched
A new Ford Ranger chassis cab variant has been introduced for the first time, providing fleets with the ability to create bespoke vehicles based on the pick-up.
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Van News 21 Oct 2020Ford Transit Connect updated for fleet customers
Ford says the change has been driven by customer feedback to enhance the Transit Connect’s load-carrying capability
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Latest News 1 Oct 2020Masternaut partners with Ford to provide fleet management services
Masternaut has signed a European-wide agreement with Ford to provide data from Ford vehicles fitted with FordPass Connect modems.
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Latest News 16 Sep 2020
Ford helps Addison Lee develop new Covid safety screens
Addison Lee has joined forces with Ford to develop new safety screens for its Ford Galaxy fleet of private hire vehicles.
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Van News 7 Aug 2020Openreach trials Ford Transit Custom PHEV
Openreach is trialling the Ford Transit Custom plug-in hybrid (PHEV) to determine whether the powertrain technology will suit its day-to-day operations while driving forward its green ambition.
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Latest News 6 Aug 2020Fleets face ‘which is best’ alternative fuel dilemma
The Government is being urged to develop a ‘masterplan’ that will enable the decarbonisation of transport, including vans and trucks.
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Van News 5 Aug 2020Warrantywise reveals least reliable vans and pick-ups
The Ford Ranger has been named as the least reliable LCV in the UK by Warrantywise, based on warranty claim data from its reliability index.
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Van News 20 Jul 2020Ford launches Tourneo and Transit Connect Active
Ford has expanded its Active range with the new Tourneo Connect Active people mover and Transit Connect Active van variants, priced from £21,285 and £21,675, respectively.
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Van News 16 Jul 2020TrustFord begins delivery of a “significant” fleet order to Asda
TrustFord has begun delivery of a “significant” fleet order to supermarket Asda.
