•Navigation System
•Power-adjustable pedals
•Rear view camera
•Remote Start System
•Universal garage door opener
•Power-telescoping mirrors
Archive for the ‘Ford SuperDuty’ Category2013 Ford F-Series Super Duty to Offer Platinum Series, SYNC with MyFord TouchThursday, March 15th, 2012Ford F-Series Super Duty customers demand a truck with toughness and capability, yet they still appreciate the amenities that make their driving experience more enjoyable. The 2013 F-Series Super Duty offers both, with a first-ever Platinum series model and the addition of SYNC® with MyFord Touch®.
“The F-Series Super Duty Platinum is the latest expression of Built Ford Tough truck luxury,” said Brian Rathsburg, F-Series Super Duty Marketing manager. “It has a distinct appearance and a long list of features to deliver a superior experience. Along with that, it has all of the capability F-Series trucks are famous for.”
Building on the success of the F-150 Platinum light-duty series that debuted in 2009, the F-Series Super Duty Platinum offers customers the ultimate in truck luxury.
Ford pioneered the high-end luxury truck segment in 1999 when it introduced the special-edition 2000 Harley-Davidson F-150. In 2003 the first King Ranch Super Duty arrived, followed by the 2004 Harley-Davidson Super Duty. Today, Ford sells a rich mix of high-end Lariat and King Ranch Super Duty models; the new Platinum will further meet the growing luxury needs of customers and dealers.
Available only in the Super Duty crew cab, it can be ordered as an F-250, F-350 or F-450 pickup and with the Ford-designed and Ford-built 6.7-liter Power Stroke® diesel engine or the 6.2-liter V8 gas engine.
The Platinum series makes a bold statement with a grille that features a satin chrome surround highlighted by perforated mesh inside. The updated grille is enhanced by a monochromatic bumper and chrome tow hooks.
The exterior of the Super Duty Platinum is lavished in chrome, including the door handles, mirror caps, running boards and exhaust tip. The boxside on both sides of the truck sports the “Platinum” name in chrome letters and the tailgate is trimmed with a satin chrome appliqué, similar to the one used on the F-150 Platinum. Twenty-inch polished-aluminum wheels with painted black inserts round out the stunning exterior design of the Super Duty Platinum.
The interior showcases luxury in the form of unique wood grain appliqués. The steering wheel is heated and leather-wrapped, with genuine wood accents. The instrument panel, center stack and door trims are wrapped in premium wood grain. A new storage area on top of the dash includes two USB ports, audio-video connections, SD card slot and a 12-volt charging port for cell phones and other digital devices.
The driver’s seat has 10-way power-adjustable seating and both captain’s chairs are upholstered with softer, premium leather, which is also used on the armrests and console. Other evidence of fine craftsmanship includes the seats and floor mats, which feature the embroidered “Platinum” logo.
Other standard features include:
•SYNC with MyFord Touch
•Navigation System •Power-adjustable pedals •Rear view camera •Remote Start System •Universal garage door opener •Power-telescoping mirrors Super Duty Platinum is available in Ruby Red, Kodiak Brown, Tuxedo Black, Ingot Silver and White Platinum. Interior color offerings include Pecan and Midnight Black. Another new exterior color, Blue Jean Metallic, will be available for Super Duty models other than Platinum.
Working harder and smarter
Unlike the past when a truck was often little more than a spartan work vehicle, today’s truck customers won’t compromise, and they expect capability, efficiency and refinement. The 2013 F-Series Super Duty eliminates any thought of compromise.
Standard Ford SYNCbrings award-winning voice-controlled connectivity into the cab of the most capable heavy-duty trucks available. With SYNC, Super Duty drivers can connect compatible mobile phones and media players via Bluetooth® or USB to make calls and play back music using voice control. In addition, drivers will get access to Vehicle Health Report and 911 Assist®, both no-charge lifetime features, and SYNC Services including traffic alerts, business search and more – all while keeping their hands on the wheel and eyes on the road.
The 2013 F-Series Super Duty builds on the foundation of SYNC with MyFord Touch, which is available for the first time. A new 8-inch, high-resolution touch screen display gives drivers easy access to phone, climate control, entertainment and navigation features along with a dramatically expanded voice control vocabulary.
The 8-inch display screen also provides a large, clear view behind the truck when in reverse to help drivers maneuver in tight spaces or line up conventional trailers with the truck’s hitch.
Unique to Ford F-Series, designers have optimized the physical interface for MyFord Touch to accommodate truck users who may be wearing work gloves by providing easy access to climate controls and audio presets on the center stack.
Ford SuperDuty With PTO – Power Take Off OptionWednesday, March 16th, 2011
The 2011 Ford Super Duty has an updated feature that many who use these trucks on farms or other heavy duty applications might appreciate. Ford has added the ability to power auxiliary equipment off of the engine, making the truck much more useful in a variety of projects. Here are a few examples – Winches, Generators, Snow Plows, Cement Mixers, Air Compressors, Fluid Pumps, Hydraulic Lifts (tow trucks), Augers or other equipment that may be driven by tractors. The New Live Drive Power Take Off feature – PTO* – has a direct mechanical connection via the transmission that allows external equipment to be powered whether or not the vehicle is in motion. If you need the ability to power equipment mechanically this should be a helpful feature. The PTO auxiliary connection is common on tractors and has now been integrated to potentially make life easier and even might result in less equipment to maintain. This new offering on a Ford pickup truck will be another benefit adding to the variety of industrial and rugged features that most wouldn’t expect to see on a street driven pickup truck. *Requires 6.7L Power Stroke® V8 Turbo Diesel Engine and compatible aftermarket Power Take-Off unit. Class is full-size pickups over 8,500 lbs. GVWR. Offroad Angle Display in LCD Productivity Screen
In addition to the PTO option, the dashboard has a nice offroad leveling monitor**. It indicates the angle that the truck is on when a driver might encounter some challenging off-road conditions. Many weekend off-road enthusiasts will likely enjoy these types of details while keeping the other qualities for during the week type work in construction or other industries that need the durability this truck offers. By integrating these things Ford shows that it understands the reason people buy these trucks and continues to develop enhancements that make the job easier, more productive, and reduces the need for costly auxiliary power sources. **It’s standard in Lariat and King Ranch® and available in XLT. The suggested starting MSRP of the 2011 Ford 350 XL is $29225 Check out the new models and features that are being integrated into the Ford Truck lineup in person and see which ones might apply to your projects. [Photo credit: media.ford.com] 2011 SuperDuty B20 Compatible 20 Percent BiodieselMonday, June 7th, 2010The 2011 Ford Super Duty is now equipped with a B20 biodiesel compatible engine. This enhanced biodiesel compatibility offers a wider range of fuel choices to customers. This new fueling alternative blends a maximum of 80 percent diesel derived from petrol and around 20 percent of biodiesel, hence the name B20 compatible. For those who may not know about it, biodiesel is a type of fuel which is obtained from sources considered renewable. These include fats from animals and vegetable oils. This latest innovation is certainly welcome and is particularly suitable for all those customers who are actually involved in agriculture. Those environment-friendly fuels are usually the most favored ones among those individuals. Another reason for the high interest in the 2011 Ford Super Duty B20 compatible is the fact that a number of municipalities and states around the world offer loans and numerous facilities for people opting for B20 use. Ford has invested so much time and money in testing the engine mounted on the 2011 Ford Super Duty B20 compatible. There is undoubtedly a huge variation in biodiesel quality in different countries. Ford has tested the vehicle on different blends of the fuel. Engines which are not attuned to B20 suffer wear and tear quite easily and there is always the risk of leaks. However, the Ford 2011 Super Duty has shown to be very tolerant of B20. Different driving styles, multiple uses of the vehicle as well as extreme road conditions were taken into consideration while developing the engine. It has again shown to be durable and reliable. While some customers might be tempted to choose an environment friendly fuel, the guarantee is there that they will still receive a quality performance from the vehicle. Indeed the vehicle is being tipped to satisfy and even exceed all expectations of the prospective buyers. 2011 Ford Super Duty Truck Apps and 5th Wheel HitchSunday, May 16th, 2010
Ford’s Super Duty 2011 model will offer more horsepower and torque yet also increases fuel economy on both the 6.2-L gasoline engine and the 6.7-L diesel. And when escaping the elements inside the roomy cabin, the F-Series Super Duty also offers owners a comfortable technological haven. Ford Work Solutions system makes the Ford Super Duty a mobile office. Here are the awesome advantages of having a Super Duty equipped with apps that offer a satellite office and those that offer more pulling capabilities: Ford Work Solutions System offers: A Blue-tooth enabled in-dash computer with a six inch high resolution monitor that is either touch screen activated or can be activated with the wireless keyboard. The system connects to the Internet with a Sprint broadband Internet connection; a Blue-toothed enabled phone system is also part of the system and allows hands free calls as is a Garmin Navigation System. The computer, offering 4GB of flash storage, allows communication with people at the office and allows storage of documents. When logged in the user has access to the computer at the office and can save documentation to that computer. The system also comes with an in-dash printer. Also available for the 2011 model year is a factory fifth wheel prep package. The package will be designed by Cequent Performance Products, Inc. (package will be produced under one of Cequent’s brands, REESE) the pre-eminent name in the production of fifth wheel (heavy duty) and gooseneck hitches for trucks considered heavy duty. According to Ford, the hitch will allow owners of Super Duty trucks to pull up to 25,000 pounds. Ford also mentions that the “system will tie into the electronic controls of the vehicle allowing for a safety checklist to be implemented.” All 2011 Super Duty trucks in production will have a ‘bed floor cut’, a frame mount, and correct wiring. The REESE hitch can be bought at a Ford dealership or by people who sell aftermarket products. Ford Motor Company not only listens to customer requests for technological upgrades but also takes pride in giving more than the customer envisioned. Stay tuned for the next unbelievable upgrades. 2011 Ford F-450 Super Duty Has Highest Tow CapacityMonday, April 26th, 2010If there is one truck that encompasses the slogan Ford Tough it is Ford Motor Company’s F-450. Ford’s F-Series has been around for decades (production began in 1948) and the Super Duty models since 1999. Ford engineers crafted the Super Duty to take care of the heavy lifting so to speak and the first generation F-450 was sold for commercial use only. Super Duty has no doubt lived up to its name in granting owners exceptional towing capacity. Today’s trucks have evolved so that a business owner’s work truck can also be an office on wheels and Ford’s Super Duty is the ideal example of bringing those together seamlessly. Here is what you are in store for when you go Ford Tough: The Ford F-450 is available in Crew Cab with an eight foot bed carried around by dual rear wheels that offer the owner truck weight distribution and stability. Owners can opt for either 2WD or 4WD and three trims levels: Base XL; upgrade to XLT; and then another upgrade to the luxury rich Lariat. As imagined the base truck is a no nonsense work truck that takes little time to clean after the work day, the next two levels offer the owner who likes more amenities. Package options include: The King Ranch, The Harley-Davidson, and Cabela’s FX4. Ford gives the F-450 a 6.4-L PowerStroke diesel engine with twin turbochargers for ultimate torque and also offers a radius-arm front suspension that offers a substantial amount of front load-bearing capacity. The power behind the F-450 will perform beyond expectations in nearly all conditions especially when pulling trailers on steep grades. The towing competency of this truck will astound the unsuspecting. Ford Motor Company’s F-450, a beast of a truck now comes dressed for general as well as commercial use. For business owners that need 24,000 pounds of towing capacity look no further than Hodge Ford to pick up the F-450. The Super Duty F-450 King Ranch suggested MSRP is $62,375. 2011 Ford Super DutySaturday, January 30th, 2010Productivity For Commercial and Fleet Owners In the same way that we rely on our our mobile phones today, such as an iPhone for example, we’ll begin to rely on technology that helps us be more efficient even as we drive. Technology enables us to accomplish tasks in a shorter amount of time. We become very dependent on them just as we would a good power tool. The LCD on the 2011 super duty has a number of features that make these trucks the ultimate workforce and commercial fleet vehicle for construction companies. The LCD has built-in management tools to allow detailed information and reports with all sorts of tracking information and GPS. Construction trucks are constantly being used to transport materials. These materials come from supply houses where workers have to arrive and the pick up the materials at will call. These materials are then signed for and picked up which is all on company time, so every minute this becomes more efficient the more the company helps reduce it’s expenses. Ford is really focused on the integration of technology and understands the importance of having data at the fingertips integrated within vehicles to make workers more productive, more effective, and more accountable for materials and other property of the company. Oklahoma’s workers will love the Super Duty just as much as the companies that use them in their fleet because of the confidence one has as it goes down the road with tons of material loaded up in the bed. It’s a complete solution that combines the rigorous work environment with the demand of a fast paced data management solution that easy to use and implement. |