Ford Commercial Vehicle News In Penticton BC
2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Brings Advanced Technology to BC, Canada
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(Posted on Jul 31, 2021 at 04:01PM )
Every journey in BC can be a technologically advanced experience when you take them with the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning. This electric pickup truck includes plenty of gadgets that are designed to enhance any drive.It all begins with the available SYNC 4A 15.5-inch touchscreen display. This massive tablet-like interface is oriented in a portrait fashion so that you can see vital statistics, navigation instructions, and more clearly. Plus, the over-the-air software updates feature provides new functionality, fixes bugs, and brings extra digital add-ons directly to your pickup as they are released.
You also get voice controls to command apps, cloud-based services, and more while keeping your eyes focused on the road ahead. At the same time, FordPass lets you remotely access your truck's controls and communication systems from your smartphone, so journeys are sure to be smooth and seamless in BC.
Contact Skaha Ford for more about the 2022 F-150 Lightning today.
2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Brings Electricity to More Than the Road in BC
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(Posted on Jul 25, 2021 at 06:11PM )
The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning brings electric performance to more than just the highways in BC. This pickup truck can also provide backup power to your whole home, as well.The all-electric Lightning can also be equipped with the available Ford Intelligent Backup Power system and an extended-range battery. This combination provides up to three days of electricity (at 30 kWh per day) to a home and a maximum of ten days if you ration your usage—thanks to the fact it can deliver up to 9.6 kW of peak energy.
Plus, the system is automatic, so if the grid goes down in BC, Ford Intelligent Backup Power kicks in by itself. Then once it comes back, the truck will go back to recharging its batteries with no input required from you.
Get in touch with our team at Skaha Ford today to find out more about the 2022 F-150 Lightning.
2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Brings Hands-Free BlueCruise Functionality to BC
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(Posted on Jul 15, 2021 at 03:12PM )
You can let your truck do the driving in BC with the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning. This pickup has available BlueCruise technology on offer that will do all of the thinking for you.BlueCruise uses multiple technologies to allow the 2022 F-150 Lightning to drive itself. An operator-facing camera ensures that you are always looking out at the road ahead. At the same time, a radar sensor is pointed at traffic and the environment around you. As a result, you can go hands-free on certain sections of qualified divided highways.
These sections of highway are called Hands-Free Blue Zones, and they total up to over 160,000 km of roads across North America. That way, all that is left to do is sit back and relax while your all-electric pickup truck does the driving for you in BC.
Get in touch with our team at Skaha Ford today to learn more about the 2022 F-150 Lightning.
Take the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning all over BC with confidence. This all-electric pickup truck offers excellent range and battery performance to keep going no matter what happens.If you go for the available extended-range battery, you can cross distances up to 480 km, while the standard model gives you up to 370 km. Both of these are built using advanced lithium-ion technology, and the former achieves a top-up from 15% to 100% in around 8 hours when you used the 80-amp Ford Charge Station Pro.
Both batteries also meet Ford's Built Tough durability standards so that you're assured of lasting performance and reliability. They are tied to two motors in the powertrain, which means all their torque and HP will be almost instantly available for use at job sites around BC.
Get in touch with our team at Skaha Ford today to find out more about the 2022 F-150 Lightning.
The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Delivers Advanced Hauling Technologies to BC
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(Posted on Jun 28, 2021 at 01:02PM )
Hard-working fleets in BC have come to rely on the F-150 for its hauling abilities – and the 2022 F-150 Lightning continues this legacy by offering smart technologies to help you safely tow big loads with greater precision.2022 F-150 Lightning models are available with Pro Trailer Hitch Assist, which helps you align the hitch ball and trailer coupler by automatically controlling the steering, throttle and braking of the truck. To activate this system, simply push the button on the dash and control the gear shifter while the F-150 handles the rest. Once the coupler is aligned over the hitch ball, the truck will stop moving and connect the two components. It’s that easy.
Other features, like available onboard scales, automatically measure the F-150 Lightning’s payload weight and display the information on the centre touchscreen. This system is also integrated with Intelligent Range, so you always have an accurate estimate of how far you can travel, even when hauling heavy loads.
The 2022 F-150 Lightning is set to arrive in BC next spring. To reserve your model or inquire about availability, contact our team at Skaha Ford today.
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The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Delivers Smart Technologies to BC
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(Posted on Jun 24, 2021 at 01:01PM )
With the release of the 2022 F-150 Lightning, Ford has unleashed a wide array of advanced technologies to help BC fleets improve the performance of their trucks – and their businesses.Staying on top of software updates has never been easier with the over-the-air upgrades in the 2022 F-150 Lightning. Now you can download up-to-date enhancements while you’re on the go to ensure your truck benefits from the latest features and capabilities.
FordPass Power My Trip also provides the ability to plan routes using the truck’s SYNC screen with voice commands or the FordPass App. The system takes the pickup’s current battery level and charging locations into consideration when planning its trip, so you can get where you need to go, quickly and efficiently.
Furthermore, you can use the available Phone as a Key feature to start the truck without using a physical keyfob. You also have the ability to connect up to four profiles through the FordPass App, so your crew has access to the cab while you’re busy with clients.
The 2022 F-150 Lightning’s advanced technologies promise to revolutionize the pickup segment – and BC fleets. To reserve an XLT, Lariat or Platinum model, contact our team at Skaha Ford today.
Packed full of intelligent features, the 2022 F-150 Lightning promises to elevate your on-road experience, so you can work smarter and be more productive while out in the field. This includes the unveiling of BlueCruise – an autonomous driving system that provides a true hands-free experience on more than 160,934 km (100,000 miles) of pre-qualified divided highways in North America, known as Blue Zones.As part of Ford’s available Co-Pilot360 technology, BlueCruise combines the truck’s adaptive cruise control system with a lane-centering assistance system to keep the F-150 on a safe path. It uses data from a forward-facing camera and radar units, along with information from the truck’s GPS and map database.Â
When BlueCruise detects the F-150 is travelling in an approved Blue Zone, it notifies the driver with a blue lighting within the truck’s instrumentation. Once the system is activated, BlueCruise takes control of all acceleration, braking and steering tasks, allowing the driver to let go of the wheel – and enjoy the ride.Â
A whole new way of autonomous driving is about to descend on BC! To learn more about the 2022 F-150 Lightning - or to reserve an XLT, Lariat, or Platinum model - contact our team today.
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The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Delivers Flexible Power to BC Fleets
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(Posted on Jun 18, 2021 at 02:11PM )
Whether breaking ground at the job site or charging devices at the campsite, the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning’s Pro Power Onboard system delivers versatile power to BC fleets.With this system, you can take advantage of built-in electrical outlets to directly power a variety of tools, electronics and appliances while away from your shop or home. All 2022 F-150 Lightning models come standard with 2.4 kilowatts of power through four outlets, including two in the cabin and two in the bed. However, upgrading to the Lariat and Platinum trims provides 9.6 kilowatts of power with up to 2.4 kilowatts available through the front truck and up to 7.2 kilowatts through outlets in the cab and bed. According to Ford, that’s enough power to rip through 48.3 km (30 miles) of half-inch plywood.
To ensure that you always maintain sufficient battery life, the Lightning also provides the ability to set usage limits, so your crew has enough range to make it back to the garage.
The new 2022 F-150 Lightning will prove invaluable to BC fleets seeking flexible power options. To learn more about this pick-up - including additional specs and availability - contact us at Skaha Ford.
The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Delivers Backup Power to BC Fleets
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(Posted on Jun 18, 2021 at 01:31PM )
With the release of the 2022 F-150 Lightning, Ford is changing how homes are generated during a blackout. By adding the available Intelligent Backup Power system, you can turn your truck into the ultimate power source to keep the lights on, fridges running and your family safe.Enabled by an available 80-amp Ford Charge Station Pro and home management system, the 2022 F-150 Lightning can automatically offload 9.6 kilowatts of power when the grid goes down. When equipped with the truck’s extended-range battery, that’s enough to provide full-home power for up to three days, based on an average 30kWh of use per day, or up to 10 days if power is rationed. When the grid is restored, the truck automatically reverts to battery charging mode, so you’re ready for anything.
Whether sheltering in place during an ice storm or keeping cool in a heatwave, the 2022 F-150 Lightning provides power to BC fleets when it's needed most.
To learn more about this all-electric truck’s advanced technologies, contact our team at Skaha Ford for details.
The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Delivers Best-in-Class Cargo Capacity to BC
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(Posted on Jun 9, 2021 at 03:55PM )
Dominate every payload with help from the 2022 F-150 Lightning. With the absence of a traditional engine anchoring this all-electric pickup, Ford has unveiled its front trunk – allowing BC fleets to uncover new storage possibilities to accommodate any haul.Boasting 400L of cargo space, the 2022 F-150 Lightning has the largest front trunk in the truck industry. This class-leading volume is further bolstered with a payload capacity of 181 kg – enough to carry eight 22.7-kg bags of concrete. Messy jobs are also no match for the front trunk. The washable and drainable compartment is completely sealed, so you and your workmates won’t get dirty driving between job sites.
Featuring a cargo management system with grocery hooks, tie-downs, a cargo net and a multi-functional lid divider, the 2022 F-150 Lightning’s front cargo hold is practical for the off-hours. There are also four 120V onboard power outlets with 2.4kW of exportable power to plug in a microwave or TV when tailgating with friends.
Function and practical, the 2022 F-150 Lightning has redefined the pickup segment, allowing BC commercial fleets to reimagine new ways of working. To learn more about this all-electric truck’s helpful features, contact our team at Skaha Ford for details.
