Uh oh, Ford just announced two new recalls. The 2020 Ford Transit and 2020 Ford Escape both need to head back to the dealership to correct engine and tire pressure problems. See if your Ford van or SUV is at risk. 2020 Ford Transit Connect recall for engine problems Ford has issued a recall for …
There is no greater sight than watching one of Amazon’s blue vans pull up with your latest purchase. Aside from playing the role of real-life Santa Claus, those vans form a part of Amazon’s vast delivery network. To get the job done, Amazon counts on a sizeable fleet of Ford Transit, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, and Ram …
It’s not surprising to hear that a Ford model is the most popular option. The Ford F-150 has been the most popular selling truck for decades. Since its introduction in 2014, the Ford Transit has climbed the ranks as the most popular cargo van, but why? Why is the 2020 Ford Transit the best cargo …
It’s not just RVs that have exploded in popularity recently. Their smaller counterparts, camper vans, and the associated #vanlife trend have similarly grown within the public consciousness. Enough that a few manufacturers are starting to get in on the trend. RV maker Winnebago, for example, is turning Mercedes Sprinters into camper vans. Volkswagen’s been in …
Ford announced this week the Ford Transit has arrived to the 2021 model year with three new package options. Find out what they are here.
If you need to get your car from one end of the country to the other, or if you just need to get it from one state to another, you will have to decide whether to drive it or to ship it. Both options each have their own advantages and disadvantages, however, shipping the car …
The Ford Transit was already a popular choice for camper van conversions. But now, Ford will offer a van specially designed for camping.
Cargo vans are great for a long list of purposes. They make great work trucks as well as perfect platforms for camper van conversions. Additionally, cargo vans in their passenger form are excellent people movers for large groups or extra-large families. However, not ever cargo van is created equal. Consumers have submitted their qualms on …
The Ford Transit comes in many different models. So how do you know which Ford Transit model is best for a camper van conversion?
Over 25,000 Ford and Lincoln vehicles are involved in three separate recalls. The three recalls are for the Lincoln MKX and Nautilus models, and for the Ford F-650, F-750, Escape, and Transit models. Thankfully, no injuries have been reported as of yet relating to each recall concern. The first recall: Wiring harness abrasion for 2016-2020 …
When you are on the hunt for a commercial work van for business-related use, keeping the price low is often important. However, sacrificing on reliability or utility isn’t an option. Are there good cheap work vans out there for less than $10,000? The answer is yes. You can actually find many options for that price …
The Mercedes-Benz Metris and the Ford Transit Connect are both smaller vans which offer both a passenger and cargo version. The van segment is perhaps not one of the most exciting, but it is popular. These people and stuff carriers are an important part of the automobile industry. They carry families around town and they …
After the recent release of the all-new 2020 Ford Transit, there’s a good chance that finding a good deal on a 2019 Transit will be an easy feat. But there are other commercial van options with compelling features and low prices. One of which is the Nissan cargo van. Let’s take a look at the …
Both Ford and Ram Trucks are known for their capable trucks. Ford has been the truck leader for decades. Dodge Ram trucks have been so successful that they became their own Ram entity beginning with the 2010 model year. It’s known that the Ford Transit and the Ram ProMaster share some traits with their truck …
While the new Land Rover Defender isn’t a body-on-frame SUV, it’s still more than capable when the pavement runs out. But the new Defender’s goal isn’t just to equal the original’s off-road prowess. It’s meant to be more refined and comfortable on a daily basis; good for something besides just off-roading. This is seemingly why …
So, you want to know which van is the most efficient cargo van. Whether you are buying work vans for a fleet or hitting the road in a van life conversion, efficiency is one of the most important boxes to tick. Full-size-cargo van efficiency doesn’t just stop at gas mileage. Comparing commercial van cargo capability …
Whether you want to call it a minivan, city van, work van, or wagon, the 2020 Ford Transit Connect isn’t just a car. It’s a tool. This functional little van may be popular as a commercial vehicle, but it might also be the best family car ever. It’s totally overlooked as a minivan choice, and …
In terms of the cargo van, Ford dominates the market. The Ford Transit is the most popular choice for commercial fleet vans. One of the reasons it is such a leading choice is for the options that are available. Of these options is the choice between a diesel engine and a gasoline engine. What makes …
When it comes to work vans, cargo vans, and passenger vans, the Ford Transit dominates the US market. Other options such as the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter or the Nissan NV are also compelling choices. But the Ford Transit or––T-Series as some call it––is the class leader in many ways. Sure, it doesn’t offer a V8 like …
When it comes to a great cargo van or passenger van, the Ford Transit is the most popular choice in America. The Ford Transit is a versatile commercial van for both work and van life. But is it reliable? Hearing horror stories from lemon owners on forums about dead battery issues and other Ford Transit …
For 2020, the Ford Transit cargo and passenger vans have seen some welcome updates. Though it isn’t a complete redesign, the popular full-size van gets a mid-cycle refresh. Some changes are cosmetic, while some of them go deeper. But is the new 2020 Ford Transit better than its previous models? Apart from the all-new grille …
Many Ford Transit owners are familiar with this problem. Some Transits seem to suck the life out of themselves. Model year after model year of the Ford Transit’s generations show people bringing their Transits into the dealership for battery problems. But what is causing this defect? Repacing a battery over and over is like putting …
Whether it’s on an F-150 or a Bronco, a Ford with a ‘Raptor’ badge means business when it comes to off-roading. Up until now, despite RV conversions and newly-available AWD, the Ford Transit has been a bit behind Mercedes’ Sprinter in terms of going off-pavement. The new Ford Transit Trail aims to correct that. It’s …
When you buy a work truck or work van, reliability has to be one of the main priorities. Not only can repairs come with a high cost just to fix, but they also cost you hours on the job without your van. The Ford Transit is a very popular work truck. According to Far Out …
It might not be a surprise to hear that automakers sometimes collaborate on projects. Ford has worked with Mazda in the past. That is where the Ranger and Mazda B-Series trucks of the 1980s and 1990s came from. Also, Volkswagen has collaborated with Audi. For example, the Jetta and the A4 share many underpinnings. But, are Ford …
It’s a pretty general consensus: the ProMaster cargo van doesn’t have much going for it. If you want something cheap and mildly competitive in its class, the Ram ProMaster cargo van is your dream come true. But if you want a van that handles well enough to actually enjoy driving, you’ll want something else–– like …
Sales of recreational vehicles have shot up during the global COVID-19 pandemic. Many people have taken to road tripping, car camping, overlanding, and off-roading as their get-away escapes from the various regional lockdown situations. So, attention to the RV segment is understandable. To try and scratch the itch of getting outdoors, Leisure Travel Vans has …
These two are popular work vans, passenger vans, and road trip haulers ready to take on van life. They each boast impressive capabilities and both the 2020 Mercedes Sprinter and the 2020 Ford Transit are good at their jobs. Whether on the job or a seasonal tour of the mountainous back roads of Colorado, drivers …
Large vans have been enjoying a surge in popularity. They are not just working vans anymore, they are van life vessels and passenger vans as well. They are a great choice for large families and many of them are built into epic overlanders. But how do you choose between the 2020 Transit and the 2020 …
The legal cannabis industry is booming. It’s expanding to more U.S. states with growing rapidity. There’s no doubt that as this industry emerges it will have an effect on countless other markets. This includes the auto industry. In particular, cannabis entrepreneurs across the 33 states that have made cannabis products legal for medical or recreational …
