Ford E-Transit, the commercial vehicle of the Blue Oval? now electric

With the new Ford Pro E-Transit the electrification process of the most commercial vehicle is completed; sold to the world. Ford's offer is aimed at meeting the needs of those professionals who need a zero-emission, connected, smart and practical vehicle to face the new challenges of their business.

All new, from the electrified platform to on-board technologies up to the multimedia system software, to make life easier for professionals, with a suite of commercial, recharging, assistance and financing offers integrated with the range of endothermic vehicles, to better respond to any need.

• PRODUCTION
• MECHANICS
• RECHARGE
• EQUIPMENT
• TECHNOLOGY
• GUIDE
• MAINTENANCE AND WARRANTY
• PRICES

FROM TURKEY WITH FUROR battery lithium-ion battery from 68 kWh to 400 V , capable of ensuring a & # 39; autonomy declared total of 315 km (which could be real, however, beyond 300 km). The battery pack is located in the lower area of ​​the platform, so as not to compromise the load compartment and significantly lower the center of gravity. & Egrave; guaranteed for eight years or 160,000 kilometers , while maintenance intervals are now on an annual basis with unlimited mileage.

Two variants of power , with the synchronous electric motor, with permanent magnets placed at the rear, with 184 and 269 HP , respectively 135 and 198 kW, with a maximum torque that reaches 430 Nm , practically instantaneous. These numbers allow it interesting performances, with a speed; maximum limited to 130 km/h and a capacity; towing load of 1,758 kg (for the Van) and 2,090 kg for those equipped with self-chassis.

The rear suspension has also been revised, now independent , capable of ensuring a more driving dynamics; refined as well as manage better loads more; heavy (up to 1,616 kg ). The rear electric drive also benefits from this, capable of better discharging the torque to the ground even in conditions of poor grip.

REFILL p > Among the top-up options & egrave; expected a on-board charger up to 11.2 kW in alternating current, which allows it to go from 10 to 100% charge in a little more; eight hours. It also accepts charging in direct current up to 115 kW , thus lowering; charging times up to 34 minutes to go from 15 to & # 39; 80% of battery.

The ProPower On Board system debuts in Europe with E-Transit(on request) which includes two 230 V sockets in the box and capable of providing a power up to 2.3 kW cos & igrave; to power machinery or low-caliber electrical tools, or power other electronic devices. The reduction of autonomy can be monitored in real time from the infotainment display. It is a system that, until now, had only seen application in America, in the different versions of the classic, hybrid and Ligthing F-150.

Ford Pro allows professionals to take advantage of specific hardware and software systems, to easily recharge a fleet of vehicles directly in the company, with times that fall within the night hours (with network up to 11.2 kW). With FordPass , the public charging service of the Blue Oval, over 200,000 stations are available throughout Europe, from which to recharge also in direct current, with 450 Ionity stations.

Speaking instead of domestic charging , & egrave; It is possible to connect E-Transit to the network via the normal Shucko socket or via the Ford Wallbox , capable of ensuring greater organization and longer times; quick charging. There is also a series of ad hoc services provided by Ford Pro Charging consultants , which will help companies in their transition process towards mobility; electric, finding the best solution based on the single business model.

EQUIPMENT AND CONFIGURATIONS

The new Ford E-Transit is sold with a single Trend trim , already also seen in the endothermic Diesel version which, however, appears more & ugrave; equipped: it includes adaptive Cruise Control with traffic sign detection, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane departure warning, front and rear parking sensors, 360 cameras degrees and blind spot monitoring. An infotainment system then debuts for the first time in a commercial vehiclepractically like those seen in the automotive world: in fact, we find the new Sync 4 with high resolution 12-inch display as standard.

A wide choice of configurations for E-Transit, offering five different body types including Van, Double Cab and Chassis, with over 25 possible combinations and a cargo space from 9.5 to 15.1 cubic meters:

• VAN : this is the oldest version; marketed, with a ground weight (GVW) starting from 3.5 to 4.25 tons, with the possibility; of choice in length between L2, L3 and L4, while in height between H2 and H3 (L4 is available with only H3).
• DOUBLE CAB : this is the intermediate version, with the double cab and has a ground weight from 3.9 to 4.25 tons, with only the L3 length selectable. This too has double height, H2 and H3.
• CHASSIS : more & ugrave; the Chassis version, on the other hand, is versatile, with the frame and the possibility; installation of a caisson, with a ground weight from 3.5 to 4.25 tons, with double length (L2, L4).

TECHNOLOGY ON BOARD

The transition of technology from cars to commercial vehicles is; already in place, so & igrave; in the cockpit of the new E-Transit & egrave; the new Sync 4 system of the new generation, 12-inch is available as standard. & Egrave; connected to the Cloud and offers advanced itinerary planning, directly projected on board on the display. There is intelligent voice recognition, capable of easily understanding even words with a conversational tone. There is no shortage of OTA updates to follow the E-Transit software development process, without considering the inevitable compatibility; with Android or iPhone smartphones, with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto , both also wireless .

Thanks to the cloud connection, & egrave; It is possible to control the entire fleet of vehicles even remotely, with Ford Telematics (free for one year), so & igrave; to know at all times autonomy, state of health and position of the vehicles, organizing the logistics and use of the vans in the best possible way. With the same logic, through the free App FordPass Pro , & egrave; It is possible to monitor all the information relating to a specific vehicle from your smartphone, opening or closing the doors, planning the recharging, pre-conditioning the passenger compartment, knowing the remaining range and sending a route to the on-board system./p>

HOW IS IT GOING?

To simplify and facilitate the work of professionals, Ford has tried to bring the most closer to you. driving dynamics of the new E-Transit to a traditional electric vehicle is possible, improving its set-up, sensitivity; of the commands and the ease & agrave; of use, even in confined spaces such as the city center. The electric propulsion thus allows; to forget about the use of the clutch and the gear lever, making the most of the immediate electric torque, immediately within reach of the & quot; foot & quot ;, useful for restarting and starting from a standstill.

There are 3 different modes available; guide , selectable with the appropriate command in the center of the dashboard. Normal & egrave; suitable for everyday driving, Splippery it is specific for conditions with poor grip and slippery asphalt while Eco helps to preserve more autonomy, decreasing power and performance. & Egrave; then it is possible to enter the mode; & quot; L & quot; to increase regenerative braking and recharge the batteries when slowing down.

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MAINTENANCE AND WARRANTY

As already mentioned above, an electric commercial vehicle not only simplifies the life of drivers in urban and city contexts but also brings countless advantages from the point of view of operating costs. Also considering the prohibitive prices reached by Diesel and petrol, recharging the battery at a company or at your home allows you to significantly reduce the operating cost per km, without considering the savings in case of frequent access to ZTL or to the Area C of Milan , free for an electric vehicle .

There is also another saving item from the point of view of maintenance. The intervals look like this; reduced, as there are fewer components subject to wear, combined with the low wear and tear of the electrical systems, also given their lower complexity; mechanics. Ford estimates a 40% reduction in costs compared to the normal Diesel version.

In Europe, then E-Transit will come; offered with services for one year with unlimited mileage, combined with the three-year warranty package on the entire vehicle and 8-year or 160,000 km on the battery pack.

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