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Electrically-Powered Utility Vans

The 2020 Ford Transit Will Be Available in the US and Canada

— March 5, 2020 — Autos
Ford revealed its new cargo van for the year 2020, named the 'Ford Transit.' The Ford Transit will be released to United States and Canadian Markets. The van will be entirely electively powered and it will be built in US facilities. The auto manufacture also stated that the van would be connected with a modem and LTE WiFi that can connect to a maximum of 10 devices.

Ford's COO, Jim Farley, commented on the new vehicle, "Commercial vehicles are a critical component to our big bet on electrification... This Ford Transit isn't just about creating an electric drivetrain, it's about designing and developing a digital product that propels fleets forward."

The van will also have driver assistance features, like automatic emergency braking.


Image Credit: Ford
Trend Themes
1. Electrically-powered Utility Vans - The adoption of electric power in utility vans presents an opportunity for companies to reduce their carbon footprint and embrace sustainable transportation solutions.
2. Connectivity and Digital Integration - The integration of LTE WiFi and modem connectivity in utility vans opens up possibilities for improved fleet management, real-time tracking, and enhanced communication among vehicles and the central operations.
3. Driver Assistance Technologies - The inclusion of driver assistance features like automatic emergency braking in utility vans can enhance road safety, reduce accidents, and improve overall efficiency of fleet operations.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive Manufacturing - The automotive manufacturing industry can capitalize on the growing demand for electrically-powered utility vans by investing in research, development, and production of eco-friendly commercial vehicles.
2. Fleet Management Services - Fleet management service providers can leverage the connectivity and digital integration capabilities of electric utility vans to offer advanced monitoring, analytics, and optimization solutions for businesses with large vehicle fleets.
3. Transportation and Logistics - The transportation and logistics industry can benefit from the adoption of driver assistance technologies in utility vans to improve safety, efficiency, and timeliness of goods and cargo transportation.
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