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IOL News
6 days ago
- Automotive
- IOL News
Converting the Ford Ranger bakkie to make it work even harder
The Ford Ranger dropside forms part of their new Ford Pro Converter (FPC) programme that transforms vehicles for the commercial market. Image: Supplied When we think of bakkies, mostly our attention is focused on double cabs ranging from the super luxurious to entry-level versions. However, there's an entire industry out there that exclusively uses single cabs purely as workhorses to transport goods. Look at Takealot, courier companies, builders, agriculture, FMCG companies, mining, and add conversions like emergency services, mobile workshops and fridges to understand the versatility. Base model It's not often that we get a base model single cab on test, never mind a converted dropside, which was the case with the converted Ford Ranger in the driveway. It forms part of their new Ford Pro Converter (FPC) programme that transforms vehicles for the commercial market. It's not restricted to the Ranger and also includes the Everest SUV and Transit van. On the bakkie, the conversion is done using a chassis cab to change it to whatever the customer specifies. A chassis cab means the chassis is left open behind the passenger cab to provide a platform for the desired conversion. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading Different applications The Ranger dropside we had on test would be perfect for pawn shops, furniture transportation and garden services, to name a few. With the wheel arches removed, it provides a larger flat surface, and with all four sides 'dropping' down, it makes for easy access while also allowing forklift access. A friend in the construction industry commented that it would be a great addition to his range of bakkies, especially for carrying wider loads stacked on pallets. The conversions to the Ford Ranger range from the dropside we had on test to mobile workshops. Image: Supplied
7NEWS
01-05-2025
- Automotive
- 7NEWS
Thousands of Ford Rangers and Ford Everests recalled due to V6 engine issue
Ford Australia is recalling 13,409 examples of its Ranger ute and Everest SUV due to a fault that could cause their engines to suddenly stop. 'Due to a manufacturing defect, the left-hand engine camshaft sprocket may fracture. As a result, the engine could stall leading to a sudden loss of motive power whilst driving,' the company says in its recall notice. 'A sudden loss of motive power whilst driving increases the risk of an accident, which may result in serious injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users.' The recall applies to Ranger and Everest vehicles fitted with Ford's 3.0-litre turbo-diesel V6 'Lion' engine. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. A total of 13,490 vehicles built between 2022 and 2025 are affected The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) list is attached here The original recall notice is attached here Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted in writing, requesting they schedule an appointment with an authorised Ford dealer to have the issue rectified, free of charge. If you have any further questions, you can contact the Ford Customer Relationship Centre on 133 673.
The Advertiser
01-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
Ford Ranger and Everest recalled due to V6 engine issue
Ford Australia is recalling 13,409 examples of its Ranger ute and Everest SUV due to a fault that could cause their engines to suddenly stop.
Perth Now
01-05-2025
- Automotive
- Perth Now
Ford Ranger and Everest recalled due to V6 engine issue
Ford Australia is recalling 13,409 examples of its Ranger ute and Everest SUV due to a fault that could cause their engines to suddenly stop. 'Due to a manufacturing defect, the left-hand engine camshaft sprocket may fracture. As a result, the engine could stall leading to a sudden loss of motive power whilst driving,' the company says in its recall notice. 'A sudden loss of motive power whilst driving increases the risk of an accident, which may result in serious injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users.' The recall applies to Ranger and Everest vehicles fitted with Ford's 3.0-litre turbo-diesel V6 'Lion' engine. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Supplied Credit: CarExpert A total of 13,490 vehicles built between 2022 and 2025 are affected The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) list is attached here The original recall notice is attached here Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted in writing, requesting they schedule an appointment with an authorised Ford dealer to have the issue rectified, free of charge. If you have any further questions, you can contact the Ford Customer Relationship Centre on 133 673. MORE: Everything Ford Ranger • Everest
7NEWS
01-05-2025
- Automotive
- 7NEWS
Ford Ranger and Everest recalled due to V6 engine issue
Ford Australia is recalling 13,409 examples of its Ranger ute and Everest SUV due to a fault that could cause their engines to suddenly stop. 'Due to a manufacturing defect, the left-hand engine camshaft sprocket may fracture. As a result, the engine could stall leading to a sudden loss of motive power whilst driving,' the company says in its recall notice. 'A sudden loss of motive power whilst driving increases the risk of an accident, which may result in serious injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users.' The recall applies to Ranger and Everest vehicles fitted with Ford's 3.0-litre turbo-diesel V6 'Lion' engine. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. A total of 13,490 vehicles built between 2022 and 2025 are affected The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) list is attached here The original recall notice is attached here Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted in writing, requesting they schedule an appointment with an authorised Ford dealer to have the issue rectified, free of charge. If you have any further questions, you can contact the Ford Customer Relationship Centre on 133 673.
