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Ford Transit SportVan revealed at CV Show

Ford Transit SportVan revealed at CV Show

The covers came off the unique new Ford Transit SportVan today at the Commercial Vehicle Show at the NEC, Birmingham. Famous for her televised 'race' around the Nürburgring in a Ford Transit, professional driver, Sabine Scmidtz, was the first to test the new Transit Sportvan and joined Ford's commercial vehicles director, Steve Kimber, for the unveiling.

Ford Ranger Wildtrak: extra power and style for pick-up drivers

Ford Ranger Wildtrak: extra power and style for pick-up drivers

Spicy colours, extra equipment and a new engine for Ford's Ranger Wildtrak will make this a special edition not to be missed at this year's Commercial Vehicle Show. Already known for strong pulling power and car-like comfort, the new Ranger Wildtrak adds further style and capabilities to the range.

Seven new Ford models spell exciting year for van and truck drivers

Seven new Ford models spell exciting year for van and truck drivers

Ford of Britain's stand at this year's Commercial Vehicle Show at the NEC, Birmingham, is a pageant of the exciting new vans and trucks in the Ford commercial vehicle range with seven new models on show.

New Ford Transit with more power and increased payload

New Ford Transit with more power and increased payload

A new, more powerful engine with diesel particulate filter (cDPF) and 108-litre fuel tank options together with an increased payload.

Used ‘new’ Transit values continue to rise

Used ‘new’ Transit values continue to rise

Ford’s commercial vehicle range continues to attract premium prices at auction. A recent sale staged at BCA Nottingham sold every van on offer with new Transit prices actually rising from the strong debut the model made last December.

Wheelchair-friendly Ford Transit becomes Taxibus

Wheelchair-friendly Ford Transit becomes Taxibus

The new Ford Transit is in operation as a wheelchair-accessible minibus with long-time all-Ford operator Chelmsford Taxibus.

Modern White Van Man: Myth Versus Reality

Modern White Van Man: Myth Versus Reality

A Ford survey carried out by poll company GfK has revealed the myths and realities of today's White Van Man and how road users perceive him.

Two new Ford Transit models on sale for people movers

Two new Ford Transit models on sale for people movers

The Ford Transit range just got bigger with a new nine-seat Shuttle Bus, ideal for businesses such as hotels and taxi companies who need both passenger and luggage space. Another addition is the new 17-seat high roof Transit minibus which will appeal to schools, community groups and travel companies who need to transport a lot of people around safely and comfortably.

Ford secures major fleet deal

Ford has been selected as the solus supplier to a 500 strong vehicle fleet by leading UK security, facilities management and business process outsourcing company, Reliance Security Group plc.

Top British band goes on tour with Ford Transit

Top British band goes on tour with Ford Transit

All-new Ford Transit has confirmed the icon's rightful position as roadies' favourite by being chosen by Liverpool garage rock band The Coral. The six-strong group from Hoylake will take to the road in a new Transit Double Cab-in-Van (DCIV), provided by Ford, to promote The Coral's fifth album.

Ford Transit success hits a high with XXL

Ford Transit success hits a high with XXL

Ford's Commercial Vehicle development team, based at the company's Dunton Technical Centre in Essex, is celebrating Ford Transit's status as International Van of the Year 2007 and record sales for the UK in 2006, by creating an unusual one-off limousine – the Transit XXL.

Ford customers hone their driving skills

Ford customers hone their driving skills

Ford’s Commercial Vehicle team, with the support of DHL/Exel, ran a three-day Ford Ranger driving event for 160 customers at Millbrook Proving Ground in Bedfordshire.

Network Rail adds new Ford Transit to their fleet

Network Rail adds new Ford Transit to their fleet

Network Rail accepted the first big delivery of the new-generation Ford Transit earlier this year, consisting of three hundred 350LWB High Roof diesel vans. Transits and other Ford models have continued to be added through the year to Network Rail's fleet, one of Britain’s biggest.

Ford donates the 800th Ford Transit minibus to The Lord's Taverners

Ford donates the 800th Ford Transit minibus to The Lord's Taverners

Ford has donated the 800th Ford Transit minibus to The Lord's Taverners in recognition of the vital work done by the charity in providing these vehicles for special needs organisations and schools.

Six What Van? Awards for Ford commercial vehicles

Six What Van? Awards for Ford commercial vehicles

Judges at Britain's well known van magazine, What Van?, have awarded six gold winner badges to Ford's 2006 range of commercial vehicles.