Derive Systems updates software to be compatible with Ford Transit
Derive Systems announced that their engine calibration software now works with the 2015 Ford Transit 3.7-liter and 3.5-liter. This new coverage allows commercial fleets using the Ford Transit full-size van to maximize savings and safety, said Derive Systems. “Businesses select the Ford Transit because their fleets require a highly customizable vehicle,” said Tom Kanewske, senior
Fleets set their sights on going electric
When Tony Earley, chairman, chief executive officer and president of PG&E Corp., the parent company of Pacific Gas and Electric Co., spoke recently at the Detroit Economic Club, he quickly laid out his vision for an environmentally cleaner, economically stronger and more energy-independent America. “One of the most important keys to such improvements is the
Ford Transit: A build for nearly any application
Last year, Ford made a big splash in the light-duty van market with its all-new, full-size Ford Transit van, a North American offering that was backed by a $1.1 billion investment and 2,000 new employees at its Kansas City Assembly Plant. While Transit has been the van sales leader in the U.K. for the past
Mercedes-Benz will debut Metris at 2015 Work Truck Show
The Mercedes-Benz Metris midsize van will make its world premiere at The Work Truck Show 2015. Mercedes-Benz’s Metric is one of more than 100 new commercial vehicles and related products set to debut at the North American work truck event. Additional chassis OEMs with press conferences scheduled at the event include Ford Commercial Vehicles, Ram
Ford, Telogis highlight telematics offering
This week at IAA Commercial Vehicles 2014, Ford Motor Co. and Telogis highlighted its Ford Telematics powered by Telogis. The partnership provides actionable information from Ford commercial vehicles that helps customers reduce fuel costs up to 20%, reduce their environmental impact and increase driver safety, the two companies explained, announcing the extension of the platform into the Europe Market.
Redefining value: Ford rolls out its new Transit vans
Although the Ford Transit full-size van is brand new to North America, sales are off to a quick start. In June, deliveries were made of 490 vehicles and the manufacturer is now expecting that number to rise rapidly. Production of the eventual replacement for the E-Series van—first sold in 1961 as Ford Econoline—began at the
Ford introduces 2015 F-150
Ford Motor Co. recently introduced its new 2015 Ford F-150 2.7-liter EcoBoost with standard Auto Start-Stop and 3.5-liter V6 with twin independent variable camshaft timing. “The 2015 F-150 is the most capable F-150 yet, while shedding up to 700 lbs.,” said Bob Fascetti, vice president, powertrain engineering. “These two new V6 engines—the 2.7-liter turbocharged EcoBoost and normally
Westport expands offerings for Ford Transit Van and Cutaway
Westport is expanding its 2015 vehicle lineup with natural gas fueling options for its Ford Transit van and cutaway. Westport is offering the 2015 Ford Transit van and cutaway as a dedicated natural gas (CNG) Westport WiNG Power System vehicle. The Transit Cutaway will be offered at 10,000 GVW and below. Both versions of the Transit
Knapheide releases full lineup of 2015 Ford Transit bodies
The Knapheide Manufacturing Co. has developed a full line-up of bodies for the 2015 Ford Transit cutaway and cab chassis. The selection includes enclosed utility body (KUV) and service body, along with Knapheide’s Value-Master X platform body. The KUV features externally accessible secure storage compartments with an oversized enclosed cargo area and conduit chutes. A
Breaking down the barriers of natural gas usage
New offerings point to the expanding use of compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel systems. “Next to the limited commercial fuel infrastructure, the biggest barrier to the broad adoption of natural gas vehicles is the initial cost of the technology,” said Dennis Cooke, president of global fleet management solutions at Ryder System. “Our new relationship with
Ford F-650, F-750 to offer three diesel power ratings
Ford announced that the all-new F-650/F-750 medium-duty truck lineup with 6.7-liter Power Stroke V8 turbo diesel will feature three engine power ratings, including standard diesel horsepower and torque and no vocational limits on top ratings. The three diesel power levels available for the 2016 Ford F-650/F-750 are: 270 HP/675 lb.-ft. torque (best-in-class standard) 300 HP/700 lb.-ft.
More than 300 CNG-capabile Ford F-150 pickups ordered by Oklahoma, Dallas
The state of Oklahoma, its agencies and the city of Dallas have ordered a total of 321 Ford F-150 pickups that can run on compressed natural gas. Since 2010, Ford CNG-prepped truck sales have increased more than 250%, said Jon Coleman, Ford fleet sales manager. Cumulative sales are expected to exceed 50,000 trucks by the
