A key part of the success of PHVAC contracting businesses is the ability to get plumbers and technicians to the jobsite on time. That means having reliable wheels carrying all the tools and parts that may be needed to get the job done.
In a time where labor — especially skilled trades labor — is limited and customer demand is high, contractors are looking for ways to maximize vehicle uptime and employee productivity, according to Julie Ellenberger, Ford Pro product marketing manager. One of the ways Ford is helping its contractor customers be more productive is the new three-across front seat in the 2023 Ford Transit. The new feature allows contractors to carry three people in a single van instead of having to send two vehicles to a jobsite.