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NUGGET CAMPER VAN FORD REVEALS NEW the spring of 2024. F The Nugget is based on the mid-sized
Transit Custom panel van and Tourneo Custom passenger carrying models. It will be launched in a single specification with power delivered by the Custom’s top of the range 2.0-litre 170hp diesel engine, which will be married to eight-speed automatic transmission. Ford says further variants, including plug-in hybrid and all- wheel drive models will follow as part of a phased launch pattern. Features will include a self-folding roof fabric, which Ford claims it introduced in response to customer feedback that the currently used fabric is difficult to fold; a 350 watt solar roof panel to heat water for the kitchen and shower; stowage for camping table and chairs in the tailgate; and a three- seat track-mounted bench seat, which converts into a bed and is available with optional heating.
The centrepiece of the cabin is a 13in touchscreen, while the fitting of an automatic, rather than a manual, parking brake, makes it easier to walk between the cabin and rear of the interior, says Ford. The manufacturer has added a lower step at the rear of the vehicle to enable easier access to the kitchen
ord has revealed details of its next-generation Nugget camper van that will come to market in
and living area. The Nugget’s ADAS features include reverse brake assist and adaptive cruise control. A 7in touchscreen in the kitchen provides the control for heating, water levels, vehicle levelling and lighting and can be linked to smartphones. The Nugget is not part of the product-sharing arrangement between Ford and Volkswagen, under which Ford
is taking the lead on the development of medium-sized vans, so it is expected the two brands will continue to build camper vans independently. Hans Schep, general manager of
Ford Pro in Europe, said: “The Nugget is a successful brand for Ford, it is our leisure vehicle. We don’t comment on Volkswagen [product plans], the Nugget is exclusively for Ford.”
MAXUS LAUNCHES INCENTIVE PROGRAMME FOR T90EV
It includes what the manufacturer is calling a £6,000 conquest programme – effectively a discount worth that amount, not a scrappage scheme – along with a five-year warranty, eight-year battery warranty and free 7kW charger. Combined with the government’s EV incentives, it takes the starting price for a T90EV to £38,950 (ex-VAT), until the end of September.
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axus has introduced a new incentive programme for its T90EV pick-up truck.
The T90EV features a 204hp electric motor and 88.55kWh battery capacity with a 1.0t payload. Maxus is also offering savings across its EV range to customers based within the London ULEZ. According to the brand, buyers can claim discounts of up to £15,000 on an eDeliver 9 panel van or minibus, up to £14,000 on an eDeliver 9 chassis cab and get up to £1,000 off the starting price of an eDeliver 3 panel van or chassis cab.
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The blue oval brand developed the Nugget in partnership with camper van conversion specialist Westfalia. Schep said Ford has doubled its share of the European camper van market to 15% in the last five years and is expected to exploit further opportunities in the leisure market in the future with conversions based on its large Transit Van and Ranger pick-up truck.
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