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[Video] State of Ford North American Fleet, Lease and Remarketing

Ramping up production to combat the COVID-19 pandemic, Ford shares its priorities and how it aims to continue to support fleets for the remainder of 2020.

May 12, 2020
[Video] State of Ford North American Fleet, Lease and Remarketing

Ramping up production to combat the COVID-19 pandemic, Ford shares its priorities and how it aims to continue to support fleets for the remainder of 2020.

Photo: Ford Motor Co. 

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Ford North American Fleet, Lease and Remarketing Operations Director Mark Buzzell released a video on Ford Motor Company’s efforts to help combat the COVID-19 virus.

Quickly ramping up innovative production, Ford has been producing face shields, ventilators, reusable gowns, and other PPE and support systems to help the country through this pandemic.

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Buzzell noted, “This is a unique time in our lives, and we are committed to putting our customers first in everything we do."

The video continues with an update on the Fleet business from General Manager, Ford Commercial Vehicle Sales and Marketing, John Ruppert. He outlines the state of the industry and details Ford’s priorities for the remainder of 2020.

"I want to look forward to 2020 and all the great things coming your way," Ruppert shared. "In 2019, F-Series was America's best-selling truck once again. While 2019 was a successful year, I can assure that you we are committed to working together to make 2020 and beyond even better."

Check out the video below: 

Originally posted on Automotive Fleet

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