New 2014 Transit Van..
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I'm not sure about Sportsmobile, but Quigley is planning on a 4x4 for the new Transit van. I'd just be happy with the Eco Boost in my E 250 with the Quigley 4x4.
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Tell me, what do I believe?
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And "You still don't understand" physics, or Transit's technology & design.
Deny the newest CAFE regulations at your own risk. They are definitely going to be "talking to" light trucks like never before. FORD is required to listen, conform & has agreed.
Suggest you stop "talking to a wall" & read the regs. Your opinion is trumped by Federal laws & FORD engineering.
Deny the newest CAFE regulations at your own risk. They are definitely going to be "talking to" light trucks like never before. FORD is required to listen, conform & has agreed.
Suggest you stop "talking to a wall" & read the regs. Your opinion is trumped by Federal laws & FORD engineering.
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You drive Focus in America. One of the least impressing cars from Europe. Why the Transit wouldn't break trough? Its not perfect, but modern. And like almost all modern cars ( we don't speak from the sportscars ) they are extremely boring. You won't love them but will trust them your business. She's not the best girl in town, but can cook and doesn't spend too much. If I was able to preserve an Eco here in Europe, then you can do that in the US too. Tough built thing is that. You put it into a garage and you have the van for your life.
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Some of the specs for the USA Transit have been released:
With Leading Fuel Economy, All-New Ford Transit Changes Game in Full-Size Commercial Vans | Ford Motor Company Newsroom
The low roof looks like it might barely fit in my garage if I modify the trim a little. However, I wish the regular wheelbase version wasn't 18" longer than my 2001 E150. Looks like I'll have to park it in my deeper 3rd garage stall if I get one someday.
With Leading Fuel Economy, All-New Ford Transit Changes Game in Full-Size Commercial Vans | Ford Motor Company Newsroom
The low roof looks like it might barely fit in my garage if I modify the trim a little. However, I wish the regular wheelbase version wasn't 18" longer than my 2001 E150. Looks like I'll have to park it in my deeper 3rd garage stall if I get one someday.
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From: Outside of Memphis, TN
'The all-new 3.2-liter Power Stroke five-cylinder common rail turbo diesel, based on Ford’s proven Duratorq global diesel engine architecture, features state-of-the-art fuel, turbo and emissions systems that meet stringent U.S. clean diesel standards, providing an ideal balance of fuel economy and job capability.'
Heh.
Heh.
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For me it did not seem to be "built tough". The econoline feels to be strong ( and heavy ). The chassis is rigid, the suspension works only undet load, empty its poppy. The transit was the opposite. Truck light. A huge thin wall coke can. The engine was ok. With an auto trans it will not be easy to feel how early the engine stops revving. With the manual i had to drive like a crossbike. Short but hard accelerations and shift and shift because the engine runs into red. The long tall version has double capacity. If you carry light stuff. With heavy load I wouldn't get into wrong traffic situations or curvy roads ( i know, you don't have so much ). But biggest problem: a vw crafter looks more american than the new ford...
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From today's news release:
standard 3.7-liter V6,
the same 3.5-liter EcoBoost® engine proven in Ford F-150 and an all-new 3.2-liter Power Stroke® Diesel option.
Ford will offer Transit’s 3.7-liter V6 with a compressed natural gas/liquid propane gas (CNG/LPG) prep kit to assist customers running their vehicles with this abundant, affordable, clean fuel alternative. The 3.7-liter V6 is also engineered for optimal performance with E85 flex- fuel capability.
The all-new 3.2-liter Power Stroke five-cylinder common rail turbo diesel, based on Ford’s proven Duratorq global diesel engine architecture, features state-of-the-art fuel, turbo and emissions systems that meet stringent U.S. clean diesel standards, providing an ideal balance of fuel economy and job capability.
For maximum capability, the 3.5-liter EcoBoost promises to be a trusted workhorse, whether carrying materials to the job site or towing a trailer with Transit’s available Class IV hitch.
Each engine is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission for efficient rear-wheel-drive operation.
standard 3.7-liter V6,
the same 3.5-liter EcoBoost® engine proven in Ford F-150 and an all-new 3.2-liter Power Stroke® Diesel option.
Ford will offer Transit’s 3.7-liter V6 with a compressed natural gas/liquid propane gas (CNG/LPG) prep kit to assist customers running their vehicles with this abundant, affordable, clean fuel alternative. The 3.7-liter V6 is also engineered for optimal performance with E85 flex- fuel capability.
The all-new 3.2-liter Power Stroke five-cylinder common rail turbo diesel, based on Ford’s proven Duratorq global diesel engine architecture, features state-of-the-art fuel, turbo and emissions systems that meet stringent U.S. clean diesel standards, providing an ideal balance of fuel economy and job capability.
For maximum capability, the 3.5-liter EcoBoost promises to be a trusted workhorse, whether carrying materials to the job site or towing a trailer with Transit’s available Class IV hitch.
Each engine is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission for efficient rear-wheel-drive operation.
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Crafter looks like a Sprinter. You could slap a grille on any of them, and they all look-alike.
But like you pointed out, looks is the last thing I would worry about in our commercial fleet. Good looks will last about 3 days in the City, and that ain't no exaggeration.
But like you pointed out, looks is the last thing I would worry about in our commercial fleet. Good looks will last about 3 days in the City, and that ain't no exaggeration.
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Please check link about EPA and Transit
Ford talking to EPA about hybrids' fuel economy - Yahoo! News
Ford talking to EPA about hybrids' fuel economy - Yahoo! News
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