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After it first was developed by Ford for the U.S. market in 2014, the Ford Transit is receiving a slew of updates and upgrades for the 2020 model-year and continues to be a top choice for mobile businesses.
There’s plenty of room to play in the last-mile space — the trick is to learn the consumer is king of this hill.
Ford sold 65,288 Transit, Transit Connect, and E-Series vans in the third quarter, which was the most vans sold by the company in any third quarter since 1978, according to the company.
Nissan's 2020 NV Cargo full-size van has gone on sale and retails for at least $31,285, which includes a $1,395 delivery fee, according to the company.
The FSMA-compliant refrigeration solution includes lightweight, low-profile modules designed to retain maximum cargo space while preserving the van’s exterior.
Amazon announced it will take an active role in helping interested employees launch their own package delivery businesses, expanding its Delivery Service Partner program with some additional incentives to help those employees make the transition.
As the move toward electric delivery vans gains traction, Thermo King has partnered with electric vehicle maker Chanje to create a fully integrated refrigerated version of its V8100 all-electric last-mile delivery van.
Some of the new standard driver-assist features include Pre-Collision Assist with emergency braking and pedestrian detection, and lane-keeping system.
The 2019 Ford Transit Connect is available in either a cargo or passenger configuration and in short- or long-wheelbase models. The 2019 model can be ordered with a new 2.0L I-4 gasoline engine, optional 1.5L turbodiesel, or fleet-only 2.5L I-4.
Ford's 2019 Transit Connect compact van enters its third generation with a diesel-engine option, more standard safety technology, and a few fleet-only options.