Ford Commercial Vehicle News In Penticton BC
2020 Ford F-350 Brings Pre-Collision Support To Okanagan
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(Posted on Sep 13, 2020 at 02:38AM by Lee Byard)
Safety is a priority. It’s not, however, always a guarantee - with highway traffic and passing pedestrians refusing to conform to the rules of the road. Trying to adapt to ever-changing conditions can prove challenging for Okanagan drivers.The 2020 F-350 can help.
Bolstered by available Pre-Collision Support, the new F-350 Super Duty proves ready for even the toughest environments. Front-mounted sensors continually scan the road, assessing all conditions (including traffic speed and vehicle trajectories). When they detect a sudden change - such as an abrupt stop or an approaching pedestrian - they will send dual alerts: one to the driver via the central console and another to the braking system as a preemptive warning.
The driver will be told through audio and visual cues to reduce speed. Should he fail to do so in a proper amount of time, however, the ABS system will engage - automatically slowing the F-350 and avoiding a sudden collision. Through this safety is assured, with Pre-Collision Support helping to maintain appropriate distance between obstacles.
Want to learn more about this F-350 safety feature? Contact our team today for additional information - and don’t hesitate to schedule a test-drive in one of our available models.
2020 Ford F-350 Delivers Wireless Charging To Okanagan BC
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(Posted on Sep 12, 2020 at 02:45AM by Lee Byard)
It’s an all too familiar frustration - with your phone losing power steadily throughout the day, leaving you with a low battery and a high volume of calls still to make. You struggle with auxiliary cords, fumbling with the plug-in port; but this doesn’t deliver the speed you need.The 2020 F-350 can provide a more efficient solution.
Inside the new Super Duty is an optional wireless charging pad. This system - which is mounted in the centre console - allows Okanagan drivers to seamlessly power their devices while on-the-go. Simply place your smartphone (including Apple and Android products) onto the hub and it will immediately activate, providing a quick surge. This will be maintained as long as the connection is made, eliminating the need for cumbersome cords or claiming an entire plug-in space.
To further improve the charging experience, this pad can operate even when the F-350 has entered accessory mode (which is when the engine has been deactivated but supplemental energy is still being used for telematics and similar equipment). Power your devices at all times.
The wireless charging pad is available on select F-350 models. To learn more about this function contact our team today.
2020 Ford F-350 Brings Advanced Camera System To Okanagan BC
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(Posted on Sep 12, 2020 at 01:33AM by Lee Byard)
Backing up too often results in breaking down - with your patience frayed with every misalignment. You can’t see past the tall stacks of cargo, and your commercial truck proves too unwieldy to control. It’s a frustrating (and lengthy) process that usually ends in failure.Ford will change that - offering Okanagan drivers advanced camera support from the 2020 F-350.Â
Slide behind the wheel of the new F-350 and discover convenience. The available Trailer Tow System promises effortless reversals, hitch connections, and more - all with the press of a button. Activate the system and the rearview console will engage. Strategically-placed lenses will stream real-time assessments from the side, while a centre-mounted stop-lamp camera offers a bird's-eye perspective. This 360-degree coverage is supported by colour-coded gridlines, which automatically identify the most efficient route for backing up.
Drivers can then activate the Pro Trailer function, which serves as a perfect complement to this camera console - using the data fed into the display to map out a seamless steerage experience. Slide easily onto a hitch, with these systems working in tandem to reduce the chance of sudden collisions or misalignments.
With the introduction of the Trailer Tow System Ford is redefining the commercial market. To learn more contact our team today.
2020 Ford F-350 Lariat Offers Premium Sound To Okanagan
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(Posted on Sep 9, 2020 at 03:20AM by Lee Byard)
Upgrade your audio experience with help from the 2020 F-350 Lariat. This Ford pick-up delivers crisp chords to Vernon - boasting an available Bang&Olufsen sound system that will transform long hauls into symphonies. Slip into the new Lariat to optimize your music. The optional Bang&Olufsen system has been precisely crafted to enhance every note - no matter how loud the highway. Ten speakers are strategically mounted throughout the cabin, ensuring that each passenger achieves maximum resonance; while a 1,000-watt amplifier produces concert-quality vibrations. Acoustic lens technology provides precise bass-line control, helping to create a more dynamic echo; and custom sound-tuning bolsters both volume and chord distribution (intuitively detecting when the audio should be dropped or raised).
Further improving each song is the inclusion of a built-in microphone - which assesses ambient noises and automatically detects when the playback is being compromised. Through this, the Lariat can counter exterior sounds (such as passing traffic or construction) and maintain a seamless stereo experience.
The 2020 F-350 Lariat allows Vernon drivers to indulge in their favourite content. To learn more about the available Bang&Olufsen system (or to schedule a test-drive in one of our Super Duty models) contact us today.
2020 Ford F-350 Lariat Promises Custom Convenience In Okanagan
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(Posted on Sep 7, 2020 at 01:10AM by Lee Byard)
A one-size-suits-all experience no longer defines the commercial market. Instead Ford has paired the 2020 F-350 Lariat with a series of custom technologies - enabling Okanagan drivers to tailor both their comfort and convenience. Step inside the new F-350 Lariat and discover a bespoke interior. The leather-appointed front seats boast memory technology, letting the operator slide to the perfect position with the press of a button; while 10-way power adjusters and 2-way lumbar support settings allow for further customization. The steering wheel features a tilting/telescoping column, quickly reaching the correct angle for navigating BC’s backroads; and the pedals offer adjustable heights, smoothly raising or lowering to accommodate the driver’s leg-reach.Â
To further enhance the ride Ford has fused the 2020 F-350 with an available moonroof. Dual sliding glass panels feature one-touch technology - allowing operators to control ambient light levels with ease. Integrated side-mounted map lamps also impress, providing no-glare support in the early morning or late evening.
The 2020 F-350 Lariat enables Okanagan drivers to take control of their hauls. To learn more about this pick-up and its interior technologies - or to request a ride in one of our available models - contact us today.
2020 Ford Transit Adapts To Daily Driving In Vernon BC
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(Posted on Sep 3, 2020 at 09:53PM by Lee Byard)
A super-sized philosophy doesn’t always prove necessary - or wanted. Too often do Vernon drivers find themselves struggling to manoeuvre their massive commercial vans down city streets; and a simple turn becomes an ordeal.Ford suggests a more economical option - the 2020 Transit in a Regular/Low Roof configuration.
For those sending their payloads downtown the Regular/Low Roof Transit will prove ideal - boasting a series of tight dimensions that allow it to more effectively adapt. Its sporty profile (which measures 5,585-mm in length and 2,123-mm in height) can smoothly manoeuvre down any lane; while the lean front track (1,732-mm) promises easier parking. The hinged door opens to 1,300-mm, providing a cargo-friendly width that won’t impede sidewalk traffic; and the mirrors can fold inward to afford greater clearance (2,114-mm versus the standard 2,464-mm).
The 2020 Transit will impress in BC, allowing drivers to effortlessly navigate tight turns - and it will prove that less can truly be more.
Want to experience the new Transit’s downtown capabilities? Contact our team today to schedule a test-drive in one of our available models - and don’t hesitate to request additional spec or financing information as well.
2020 Ford Transit Delivers Intelligent AWD To Okanagan BC
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(Posted on Sep 2, 2020 at 09:05PM by Lee Byard)
Highway conditions don’t always prove favourable. Instead Vernon drivers will find themselves battling strong winds, heavy rains, and slick bursts of sleet - all of which compromise the performance of their commercial vans. Each trip becomes a challenge.Ford wishes to change that - which is why it’s paired the 2020 Transit with optional Intelligent All-Wheel-Drive.
Anchoring the new Transit is an advanced drivetrain that can adapt to changing environments with ease. Integrated sensors continually scan the vehicle, assessing traction ratios, trajectory patterns, and roll rates hundreds of times per second. If a misalignment is detected, these units automatically divert power among the wheels (distributing torque as needed to improve grippage and assure a more balanced stance). When the issue is corrected, they will then send a signal to resume normal performance outputs.Â
Through this, the Transit can seamlessly respond to the highway - with its Intelligent AWD yielding real-time corrections and precise traction control. To further impress, Ford has also ensured that this system is fully integrated into the chassis and will not impact the floor level or seat height. Achieve maximum storage in Okanagan.
Curious about the 2020 Transit and its available AWD? Contact our team today to learn more about this system.
Expect more from standard - with the 2020 Transit’s base engine proving anything but ordinary. No longer will the need for economy compromise performance. Instead Vernon drivers can achieve both, experiencing segment-leading capability with each press of the pedal.Peek beneath the hood of the new Transit and discover a potent engine suite. The 3.5L V6 will impress on the highway, generating 275 HP (at 6,500 RPMs) and 262 lb.-ft of torque (at 3,750 RPMs). A 10-speed automatic transmission bolsters every payload, delivering SelectShift precision; while integrated overdrive technology further enhances performance, allowing the van to achieve seamless handling at lower revolutions. Maintain a smooth powerband while traveling.
The 2020 Transit promises more than strength, however. Its standard V6 engine also offers efficiency - blending port-fuel and direct-injection technologies to bolster ratings. It refuses to guzzle gasoline; and this results in a 12.8 L/100km output on the highway (enabling Vernon drivers to focus on accommodating up to 8,071.1-litres of cargo volume instead of searching for a pump).
With the release of the new Transit Ford redefines the commercial market. To learn more about this van - or to schedule a test-drive in one of our available models - contact our team today.
2020 Ford Transit Upgrades The Commercial Experience In Vernon
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(Posted on Aug 29, 2020 at 09:27PM by Lee Byard)
Style is often sacrificed in the commercial market - and, for those wanting more than mere payload power, this can prove frustrating. This is why Ford has paired the 2020 Transit with a series of exterior upgrades, injecting some much-needed design into every haul.Choose the exclusive Exterior Package to transform the new Transit. Among the included features are:
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Chrome TrimÂ
The standard halogen headlamps are given an upgrade, with chrome strips now surrounding them. This perfectly complements the wide, square shape of each light.
Chrome Grille
Traditional carbon black is swapped for dynamic chrome, with the tri-bar shape flanked by metallic trim. This proves a striking contrast to the Transit’s dark accents (including its capped mirrors and hood vents).
Wheel Upgrades
Discover two unique wheel configurations for the 2020 Transit:
16-inch Steel With Full Silver Covers (SRW).
16-inch Silver Steel With Exposed Lug Nuts (DRW).
Each will add a sporty stance to the commercial market, especially when paired with standard all-season tires.
The standard halogen headlamps are given an upgrade, with chrome strips now surrounding them. This perfectly complements the wide, square shape of each light.
Chrome Grille
Traditional carbon black is swapped for dynamic chrome, with the tri-bar shape flanked by metallic trim. This proves a striking contrast to the Transit’s dark accents (including its capped mirrors and hood vents).
Wheel Upgrades
Discover two unique wheel configurations for the 2020 Transit:
16-inch Steel With Full Silver Covers (SRW).
16-inch Silver Steel With Exposed Lug Nuts (DRW).
Each will add a sporty stance to the commercial market, especially when paired with standard all-season tires.
The 2020 Transit offers more than performance to Vernon. To take advantage of its available exterior upgrades - or to request additional specs - contact our team today. We will happily connect you to the information you need.
2020 Ford Transit Promises Easy Cabin Cleaning In Vernon
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(Posted on Aug 29, 2020 at 02:46AM by Lee Byard)
It’s a series of unfortunate stains - with coffee spilt, food crumbs scattered, and long streaks of dirt following every slide of your tools. Each day leaves your van dirty and your patience frayed. Spending so much time cleaning is simply not productive.Ford agrees - which is why the 2020 Transit has been designed for easy maintenance. Enter this commercial van and discover three distinct flooring options that will expedite the cleaning process:
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Vinyl Flooring
Vinyl comes standard for the front and optional for the rear; and its durable design allows for quick cleaning, proving resistant to grit and grime (a damp rag will often be enough to wipe away everyday debris).Â
Carpet Mats
Choose these options if you wish to improve cabin comfort without compromising value. Each mat can be removed from the Transit for vacuuming - while still offering plush textures. Scheduling regular detailing services, however, is recommended to maintain carpet integrity.
Heavy-Duty Liners
For those who use the rear bay to haul equipment, the heavy-duty option will prove ideal. This thick liner - which is assisted by scuff plates - can counter dents and dings, offering commercial-grade durability. Greatly reduce cargo scratches while traveling.
Vinyl comes standard for the front and optional for the rear; and its durable design allows for quick cleaning, proving resistant to grit and grime (a damp rag will often be enough to wipe away everyday debris).Â
Carpet Mats
Choose these options if you wish to improve cabin comfort without compromising value. Each mat can be removed from the Transit for vacuuming - while still offering plush textures. Scheduling regular detailing services, however, is recommended to maintain carpet integrity.
Heavy-Duty Liners
For those who use the rear bay to haul equipment, the heavy-duty option will prove ideal. This thick liner - which is assisted by scuff plates - can counter dents and dings, offering commercial-grade durability. Greatly reduce cargo scratches while traveling.
The 2020 Transit enables Vernon drivers to customize their maintenance options - featuring three unique floors to consider. To learn more contact our team today.
