Ford Transits Galore for the AA

Filed under Ford Transit by fordtransit on May 17, 2011 at 1:28 pm {no comments}

Ford Transits for the AAHundreds of Ford Transit vans have been ordered by the AA, increasing Ford’s share of the organisation’s 3,000-vehicle fleet to over 50 per cent.

The AA is more than doubling the 247 Ford Transits ordered in 2010 with The AA roadside rescue fleet gaining 450 new Transit vans. A further 50 will support the AutoWindshields division, which already operates a 100 per cent Ford Transit fleet.

Sarah Dopson, AA fleet manager, said: “The order of 500 vans is in recognition of the quality and performance of the Ford Transit. The Transit meets all our requirements for affordable running costs and is the best vehicle for the job. The 500 Transits currently on order could rise by the end of the year.”

Ford of Britain direct sales manager, Paul Henderson, said: “Ford and the AA have enjoyed a long and mutually beneficial relationship which is further strengthened by this new, large order of Ford Transits. We look forward to working with the AA to help maintain its status as the UK’s largest roadside assistance organisation.”

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New Ford Transit Models

Filed under Ford Transit by fordtransit on September 17, 2010 at 4:52 pm {no comments}

The Ford commercial vehicle range continues to develop and build its market-leading position.New Transit minibus

Transit Minibus A new 14-seat Transit Minibus is on sale now from £25,400 with a choice of three 2.4-litre TDCi powertrains ranging from the new 100PS unit with six-speed transmission to the 140PS six-speed. At 3.5 tonnes GVM, this addition to the range means that it can be driven on a category B car licence (on a non hire and reward basis). This increases the number of minibuses for non category D licence holders to three; a nine-seat shuttle, a 12-seat minibus and a 14-seat minibus. The 17-seat Transit Minibus has a 150kg increase in payload taking it from 4.1 tonnes to 4.25 tonnes. 4x4 Transit

· New 14-seat, 3.5 tonne Transit Minibus now available

·More payload on 17-seat Transit Minibus

· All rear-wheel-drive models have six-speed transmission from 2011

· Transit is first medium CV with DAB radio as standard from 2011

· All-wheel-drive (AWD) range extended to cover one tonne market

All models are designed to carry occupants in a safe, spacious and well-equipped interior. The Transit provides a car-like ride and handling experience which aids those who usually drive cars. Standard safety features on a Ford minibus include ABS, ESP, driver and passenger airbag with the latest generation seatbelts that suit both adults and children on 15- and 17-seat models.

Upgrades to the Transit range From September all rear-wheel-drive Transits from 100PS to 200PS will come with six-speed transmission as standard.

The wider spread of gear ratios on the six-speed transmission means easier initial pull away in first gear, and with reduced stress on the clutch, its life is usefully extended. The new six-speed transmission will also deliver improved mpg and lower CO2 figures.transit minibus

DAB radio as standard DAB radio will enable the owner operator to enjoy many stations more clearly, including the favourites for van drivers (5 Live and Talksport). Transit SportVan will be the first medium commercial vehicle to come with DAB radio as standard. DAB radio is a £200 option on all “Limited” series.

More AWD models Sales of All-wheel-drive (AWD) Transits are steadily growing. Following extensive evaluation on behalf of a number of key fleet customers it is now being extended to the one tonne platform on the 300S.

Priced at £24,900.

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