Ford Commercial Vehicle News In Penticton BC
2021 Ford F-650 Delivers Driver-Assists to Summerland Fleets
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(Posted on Jan 17, 2022 at 06:36PM )
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The days are long and the jobs are punishing – but the 2021 F-650, which is available from Skaha Ford in BC, shares the workload. This medium-duty truck comes equipped with several driver assists to help you get your workday done while feeling comfortable and in control.All 2021 F-650 models include automatic headlamps, which automatically illuminate the road ahead in low-light situations. You’ll also enjoy standard hill start assist, which allows you to seamlessly switch from the brake pedal to the gas without rolling backwards while on a slope. The 2021 F-650 comes equipped with a traction control system, as well, which limits tire slip when accelerating on slick surfaces.
Adding the Driver-Assist Technology Package to the 2021 F-650 unlocks other features to enhance your behind-the-wheel experience. This includes automatic emergency braking and forward-collision warning, which alerts the driver of potential collisions by applying the brakes automatically. Adaptive cruise control also lets the driver set a speed and distance from vehicles in front, while auto high-beam headlamps automatically activate to enhance visibility and shut off when ongoing traffic is detected.
To learn more about the 2021 F-650’s advanced driver aids, contact our team at Skaha Ford in BC to schedule a test drive today. Our Service Department is also available to answer all your medium-duty truck repair and maintenance questions.
2021 Ford F-550 Lariat Provides Diesel Performance to Okanagan
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(Posted on Jan 17, 2022 at 06:15PM )
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Looking for a chassis cab with the right amount of brawn to push your business forward? Stop into Skaha Ford in BC to discover the 2021 F-550 Lariat. This medium-duty truck comes equipped with a turbo-diesel engine delivering best-in-class torque for the most heavy-duty performance for commercial operators.The 2021 F-550 is anchored by a 6.7L Power Stroke V8 with 330 hp and 825 lb-ft of torque. As a third-generation engine, this block knows how to handle big jobs with a 36,000-psi fuel-injection system that optimizes combustion and provides excellent throttle responses. Forged-steel pistons also deliver superb pressure capability and less friction for long-lasting durability. A turbocharger with fully electronic actuation comes standard to improve cold-weather performance, while an air induction system ensures airflow to keep under-hood components cool in the summer.
Whether your truck is upfitted with a box truck, flatbed, bucket or another type of vocational body design, you can be assured that you have the potent diesel power you need to carry hefty loads and pull equipment. Conventional towing capacity on the 2021 F-550 is 8,391 kg and an estimated 14,334 kg when properly equipped for fifth-wheel towing.
To learn more about the 2021 F-550 chassis cab truck, contact our team to discuss financing options and availability. Our Service Department is also available to answer any questions about medium-duty truck maintenance, repairs and modifications.
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The 2021 F-550 XL is a chassis cab medium-duty truck that’s built for heavy-duty jobs. This model, which is available now at Skaha Ford in BC, comes equipped with a standard gasoline engine that provides the responsiveness and power that commercial applications require.Anchoring the 2021 F-550 XL is a gutsy 7.3L V8 with variable camshaft timing that reaches peak power with an optimal air-fuel ratio in the low rpm range. Rated at 350 hp and a best-in-class 468 lb-ft of torque, the F-550 is built for strenuous duty, especially when carrying big loads. The block connects to a TorqShift 10-speed automatic transmission with five selectable drive settings, allowing you to match your operating conditions with normal, tow-haul, slippery, sand/snow and eco modes.
In terms of hauling, the 2021 F-550 XL is up for any challenge. Whether outfitted with a box truck, flatbed, bucket or another type of upfit, this medium-duty chassis cab can carry a maximum payload capacity of 5,783 kg and tow 8,391 kg, when properly equipped.
To learn more about enhancing your BC fleet with a 2021 F-550, contact our team at Skaha Ford. We also offer medium-duty truck service, repairs and modifications, providing commercial operators with a one-stop-shop.
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Work smarter, not harder, in the 2021 F-650 from Skaha Ford in BC. This medium-duty commercial truck comes equipped with numerous productivity features to help you get your jobs done efficiently and proficiently.To start, the 2021 F-650 features a work-ready frame developed with leading upfitters to accommodate most vocational truck body designs with the addition of fuel tanks, battery boxes, diesel exhaust fluid reservoirs and more. This model also comes equipped with power trailer tow mirrors that adjust, fold and telescope at the touch of a switch to ensure you and your crew have good rear visibility when driving or operating the rig at the job site.Â
To simplify maintenance, the 2021 F-650 comes standard with an intelligent oil life monitoring system, which tracks oil temperature, filter regeneration cycles and engine idle hours and distance. It alerts the driver when it’s time to change the oil based on the truck’s actual usage. This system helps avoid downtime and costly engine repairs by ensuring the truck’s maintenance needs are taken care of.
The 2021 F-650 also offers an available rapid-heat feature, which is a self-regulating supplemental heater that warms the cab instantly. This is especially helpful for crews that work in cold weather conditions and need quick and easy access to warm up while in the field.Â
To learn more about the 2021 F-650 and its productivity features, contact Skaha Ford in BC. We also specialize in medium-duty truck service to provide commercial fleets with expert maintenance, repairs and modifications.Â
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When it comes to commercial applications, a one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work. Fleets need tailored power to accomplish punishing jobs – and the 2021 F-650, which is available from Skaha Ford, delivers on this promise.The 2021 F-650 offers two engine options – including diesel and gas variants – to help you tackle heavy loads with authority. They include a:Â
6.7L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel Engine
The third-generation 6.7L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel has been re-engineered with a new 36,000-psi fuel injection system that optimizes combustion and provides excellent throttle responses. This block also features new forged-steel pistons that provide higher firing pressure and less friction for enhanced durability. A revised air induction system keeps things cool while the V8 pushes out 300 hp and 750 lb-ft of maximum torque.Â
7.3L V8 Gas Engine
Redesigned from the ground up for its 2021 model year, the F-650’s 7.3L V8 has diesel-like durability, performance and power with 350 hp and 468 lb-ft of torque. This block also has the largest displacement in its class and boasts an overhead-valve architecture, which generates power low in the rev range to ensure greater precision when hauling heavy loads.
Optimize your commercial fleet with the 2021 F-650 from Skaha Ford in BC. To inquire about this Super Duty’s powertrain options or learn more about our Service Department’s medium-duty truck maintenance and repair offerings, contact our team today.
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Discover durability over the long haul with the 2021 F-550 from Skaha Ford in BC. This chassis cab is built for commercial fleets that face tough conditions head-on and require a hard-working medium-duty truck that can keep up with their towing and hauling needs.The 2021 F-550 features a high-strength, military-grade, aluminum-alloy body that is lightweight and immensely stout and pairs to the heavy-duty axle, chassis and steering components to handle punishing jobs. More dent and ding resistant than other generations of steel, the F-550’s body is also not subject to red rust corrosion when exposed to moist air, resulting in lasting hardiness over time.
The 2021 F-550 comes equipped with four-wheel anti-lock brakes with the largest rotors in its class. This not only provides prevailing stopping power when hauling massive loads or carrying hefty payloads of cargo, but these heavy-duty brakes also ensure long-lasting performance to minimize downtime and protect your bottom line.
The 2021 F-550 is engineered for extremes. To learn more about this Super Duty’s durable design, contact our team at Skaha Ford in BC for a full spec review. We also provide full-service maintenance and repairs for medium-duty trucks. Get in touch today!
2021 Ford F-550 XL Power Equipment Group Delivers Convenience to Westbank
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(Posted on Jan 6, 2022 at 12:09AM )
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Too often is convenience compromised for performance – with medium-duty trucks engineered solely for payload power and commercial strength. Inefficient designs prove commonplace, causing BC fleet operators to succumb to lost productivity and behind-the-wheel fatigue. The 2021 F-550 XL – available from Skaha Ford – aims to change that with the availability of its Power Equipment Group.This package infuses medium-duty trucks with everyday conveniences to promote uptime while on the job. Opting for the Power Equipment Group to the 2021 F-550 XL adds essentials (such as manual telescoping trailer tow mirrors with heated glass and a heated convex spotter mirror with integrated turn signals) to improve visibility while hauling wide loads. Driving long distances is also more comfortable with upgraded door trim with a soft armrest and grab handle. The illuminated entry provides much-needed brightness when climbing into the truck for early morning calls or late-night emergencies.
The Power Equipment Group bolsters the 2021 F-550 XL with other conveniences, such as power locks, side windows and a one-touch up/down driver window. Remote keyless entry helps crews get a head start on loading up, and there is an advanced security pack to protect the truck and its belongings.
Strengthen your operations by adding a 2021 F-550 to your fleet. To learn more about this commercial vehicle, contact Skaha Ford in BC for a test drive. Be sure to ask us about our medium-duty truck maintenance and repair services, too.
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No matter where your job takes you and at what time of day, the 2022 F-450 from Skaha Ford in BC keeps you connected to the office, home and your clients with segment-leading SYNC technology.All 2022 Super Duty models, including the F-450, are redefining the commercial market with three different forms of Ford’s intuitive voice-activated technology. The base F-450 XL comes standard with a 4.2-inch display screen with SYNC software and Bluetooth functions, while the XLT gets a larger eight-inch touchscreen with a SYNC 3 infotainment system. The SYNC 3 interface also includes Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capabilities for seamless smartphone integration and a USB-C port.
Stepping up to the Lariat and higher trims unlocks the Blue Oval’s all-new SYNC 4 infotainment suite, which boasts over-the-air updates, built-in navigation and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capabilities. The system is supported by an expansive 12-inch display that delivers impressive responsiveness, whether using voice commands or manual inputs using the touchscreen. Brains meet brawn with the 2022 F-450, proving that the Super Duty not only leads in power and capability but technology too.
Want to learn more? Contact Skaha Ford in BC to discover the F-450’s connectivity features or to inquire about our medium duty truck repair and maintenance services.
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Take your commercial venture to the next level with the 2022 F-750 from Skaha Ford in BC. This medium duty truck provides available software that brings real-time fleet control to your fingertips.Available on the new 2022 F-750 Super Duty is an intuitive interface known as Ford Telematics. This system lets fleet managers monitor vehicles to better understand how they operate, where they travel and how they perform. Live GPS tracking data keeps a record of driver movements, while geofencing monitors when vehicles leave or enter a predetermined area. The software also generates vehicle health data, which outlines suggested actions, recall information, maintenance schedules and real-time odometer readings to minimize downtime and extend the life of the fleet.
Additionally, Ford Telematics includes a driver behaviour dashboard that compiles information about the truck operator to promote responsible on-road practices. Safety belt usage, speeding, excessive idling, and extreme braking and accelerating are recorded and broken down by driver, vehicle and location. With this information, fleet managers can identify corrective coaching opportunities to ensure driver performance.
The 2022 F-750 proves essential to hardworking commercial fleets in BC. To learn more about this Ford vehicle - or to find out about our medium duty truck repairs and maintenance services - contact our team today.
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Give your commercial fleet operators a better behind-the-wheel experience in a 2022 F-650 from Skaha Ford in BC. This medium duty truck offers an available Adaptive Cruise Control system to help your crews navigate stop-and-go conditions with greater precision.The F-650’s available Adaptive Cruise Control suite takes Ford’s conventional cruise control to entirely new levels. It employs advanced radar and camera technology that allows drivers to set a cruising speed and distance from vehicles up ahead. When traffic slows, the Adaptive Cruise Control system will automatically decelerate the F-650 by applying controlled pressure to the brakes. When traffic picks up again, the truck will resume the preset speed and distance and continuously monitor road conditions.
Lane departure technology works in unison with the available Adaptive Cruise Control suite to keep the F-650 centred in its lane. Should the truck have trouble staying on track, the system will warn the driver so they can course-correct.
Equip your truck operators with a commercial fleet that provides the driver assists they need to excel at their jobs. To learn more about the 2022 F-650 and its features, contact Skaha Ford in BC. Be sure to ask about our Service Department’s medium duty truck repair and maintenance packages.
