The car is ideal for transporting goods – Photo: Disclosure

We have great news for those in the trucking industry: Ford has just launched the Transit Furgão, a cargo van with features specifically designed to serve the larger segment of this market.

The car is ideal for transporting goods, facilitating daily e-commerce and other segments, and can even be used as an ambulance.

Just like the Transit Microbus, the passenger version that opened the line from Ford, the Furgão follows the same “office on wheels” concept, benefiting companies and self-employed people who use the car as a work tool.

According to Guillermo Lastra, director of Ford Commercial Vehicles South America, this new model has been designed to provide the highest possible performance for the carrier with low operating costs, greater safety, comfort and aftermarket service prepared to service the vehicle. always works.

Two high-roof models have entered the market – L2H3, a medium length version with a volume of 10.7 m3 and a load capacity of 1222 kg, and L3H3, a long version with a volume of 12.4 m3 and a load capacity of 1181 kg. kg. .

The new Transit is also available in silver and white and can be driven by category B drivers as it has a PBT of 3.5 tons.

Communication as a distinguishing feature

One of the Transit Furgão’s standout features is FordPass Connect, which puts commands and information in the palm of your hand via your mobile phone, in addition to other exclusive productivity-enhancing resources.

Through the FordPass app, you can check mileage, remotely locate your vehicle, schedule and track online services, and receive monthly reports with business metrics, fuel consumption and Arla 32/Adblue and distance travelled.

Another advantage of the model is technical assistance at conferences – Photo: Disclosure

With built-in connectivity, the new Transit can detect over 3,000 types of vehicle alerts through the dashboard indicator light and in-app messages. Depending on the alert, a central Ford attendant will contact the customer to provide advice, a service called Intelligent Predictive Control, and is free for the first year of using the van.

Another advantage of the model is the technical assistance in conference mode, which works as follows: in the event of any incident, the customer can contact Ford Assistance, which, in turn, will talk to the workshop manager of the nearest dealership. Thus, repairs and problem solving can be carried out on site.

If this is not possible, the vehicle is moved to the nearest Ford dealership where a technician is already available to receive and repair the vehicle faster.

More performance and comfort

The Transit Furgão is equipped with an EcoBlue 2.0 turbodiesel engine with the highest power and torque in the segment (170 hp and 39.7 kgf), as well as rear-wheel drive for better performance and less tire, brake and clutch wear.

It is the only car with Auto Start-Stop function, so it is more economical in the city. The battery has smart charging and has three driving modes with automatic adjustment to normal, eco and slippery.

The van also features electric power steering and a height and depth adjustable multi-function steering wheel for best-in-class handling, including a turning circle of 11.9m and 13.3m in the medium and long models, respectively.

Suspension comfort and interior soundproofing should also be noted – Photo: Disclosure

For greater driver comfort, it features a four-position adjustable seat, an auxiliary table, a compartment under the passenger seat and a large manually operated overhead console with excellent ergonomics.

A six-speed manual transmission with an on-dash shift assistant and low rolling resistance tires are other elements that contribute to drivability and fuel economy. Also of note is suspension comfort and interior acoustic isolation, 20% quieter than its main competitor.

The high roof allows the Transit Van to have more room with a more compact body profile, making it easier to maneuver in urban areas. 270-degree opening rear doors and 10 mounting hooks also make work easier.

More safety on the road

The new model meets the most stringent global safety requirements, so much so that the Euro NCAP gold medal marked it as the best in its category.

In addition to a body with heavy-duty steel construction and boron-reinforced elements, the van is equipped with a package of technologies that increase the protection of both the vehicle, passengers and objects carried.

One of these is the AdvanceTrac system, which includes electronic stability and traction control, cornering and rollover torque control, adaptive load management, hill start assist and crosswind stabilization. It also has emergency brake lights, parking sensors, front airbags and three-point seat belts.

Its Sync Move media center has the largest screen in its class, at 8 inches, and the only one that comes with Waze and other native apps available on the App Store.

Other features are a quick-access rear view camera and a direct access button for 24/7 assistance for the Ford 0800. The center also has Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity, voice commands, Bluetooth, over-the-air updates, and two USB inputs, in addition to two power outlets. at 12 V.

With all these features, the Ford Transit Van will no doubt be a complete vehicle for those who are focused on good deeds and can’t stop. High performance, safety, comfort and excellent value for money – all in one van.

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