Borgman Ford Commercial Vehicles

Old man winter is on his way, and many of us are making our preparations for the the colder months ahead. For some of us, this means it’s time to get your order in on your winter work trucks, just in time for year-end expenditure.

Ford makes trucks of varying sizes and capabilities, but the workhorse of the lineup is the Super Duty. Available as a pickup or chassis cab, the upfitting potential is huge, making it an ideal candidate for a lineup of plow trucks.

Ford’s Snow Plow Prep Package for the Super Duty is an attractive option. This package includes computer-selected springs for snow plow application, keeping the truck in balance for a smoother, more stable ride and to compensate for the added weight to the front. It also includes an extra-heavy-duty alternator with the Power Stroke® Turbo Diesel V8, or heavy-duty alternator with gas engine, to compensate for the increased demand for power. This prep package ensures that your New Ford Super Duty is ready for plow upfits right off the lot without hassle. Read more about it here.

Another smart addition to the 6.7L Power Stroke® V8 Turbo Diesel version is the available Line-Drive Power Takeoff Provision. What this basically does is use the spinning of the transmission to turn the truck into a mobile generator. It doesn’t matter one bit if the truck is moving or stationary, you’ll be able to power things like plows, salt spreaders, or, as Ford states, “a small city” simultaneously. The best part is, it is integrated right into the transmission design and powertrain calibration, making for fast, easy upfitting at the shop. Read more about this feature here, or watch the video below for a quick demonstration:

You don’t have to stop with the plow package or Power Takeoff, other upfit options include amber safety lights, front mounted spot lights, salt spreaders, winches, and more! Don’t forget, we have Snow Plow options for the F-150 and F-650 too! Call Scott Gibbons (616) 249-8815, or Tod Tobin (616) 249 8868 to explore your options today!

Borgman Ford Commercial with Ford Credit is here to make starting or expanding your fleet of Ford Vehicles quick, easy and affordable. With features like account notifications, no hidden fees, and combined billing, Ford Commercial Line of Credit (CLOC) has beed designed to meet the needs of even the busiest fleet managers.

What are the Features of a Commercial Line of Credit?

• A Ford Commercial Line of Credit is a credit account made specifically for businesses. Customers can have access to at least $250,000 in as little as 5 business days, with approval once a year.
• Credit right when you need it – Starting at $250,000
• No hidden fees, such as non-utilization or set up charges
• Automatic Notices when your line is set to expire or renew

How a Ford CLOC Helps You and Your Business:
The features of a Ford Commercial Line of Credit account make things on your end go much smoother. No matter if you’re in crisis-mode and need new vehicles fast, or you’re planning a big year-end expenditure, the process is incredibly simple. Plus, it all comes on one bill, and you’ll receive everything you need to renew 90 days ahead of time. Check out some of the things CLOC does to help streamline your fleet:

• Approval up to 12 months
• Combined Billing – All of your Ford Credit accounts in one envelope
• Notification 90 days before expiry/renewal
• Keeps your bank lines of credit open for other expenditures
• Accommodates Finance and Lease Applications

You can Click Here to download the latest Fleet Customer Support Guide from Ford!

Stop in to our showroom to get started. Our experts will help you through the approval process from start to finish, and get you all squared away, giving you the freedom to add to your fleet whenever you need to with no hassle.
Call Sundew Prindle today at (616) 249-8877 for more information about Ford CLOC, or visit credit.ford.com.

At Borgman Ford Commercial in Grand Rapids, MI, we want to ensure you’re getting the best service at the best price. We strive to give our commercial customers opportunities to improve their business by leveraging the benefits available through Ford. Read below about how integrating Ford Telematics can help you ensure your fleet is running at peak efficiency.

What is Ford Telematics?
Ford Telematics powered by Telogis is a cloud-based fleet management solution that puts you in control of your entire Ford fleet. You can easily check vehicle location, vehicle fuel economy, driver safety, diagnostic data, and more. All displayed in real time and right at your fingertips. The system will also generate custom reports, reward drivers for exhibiting efficient and safe driving habits, animate vehicle history, and many more features too numerous to list. Information is power, and this system gives you loads of it. Plus, it’s all wrapped up in an easy to use interface.

How Much Can My Business Save?
With the help of Telematics, you can maximize your uptime while minimizing downtime, therefore saving money almost instantly. These savings can come from numerous places, including reduced labor costs, increased productivity, lower fuel costs, and more. According to Frost & Sullivan, fleets can reduce their idle time by up to 30% while reducing fuel costs by up to 25%. Drivers were able to cut their mileage while working less overtime and increase their overall productivity.

Imagine knowing that a vehicle needed servicing well before it breaks down, being able to reward drivers for being more productive and for saving fuel, and get your fleet working synergistically.

What Vehicles Are Supported?
Ford Telematics may be installed today on Ford commercial vehicles 2009 or newer, including the F-150 and Super Duty, the Transit and Transit Connect, E-Series vans, and a special version of the software may be implemented on the Police Interceptor Utility and Sedan. Telematics will also be introduced on the New 2016 Ford F-650 and F-750.

To see the full range of features available on Ford Telemetrics, visit the Ford page on the Telogis website here.

Don’t forget, Borgman Ford Commercial is here for all of your commercial needs. Contact us with any questions about Ford Telematics!

Built On Ford’s Best Capacity 2016 F59 Commercial Stripped Chassis, Step Vans come in many different configurations to address an even bigger number of jobs, and now is the perfect time to pre-order for year-end expenditure! Borgman Ford Commercial Services in Grand Rapids, MI has the ability to order and upfit Step Vans for FedEx Ground, FedEx Home Delivery, and Uniform Distribution Companies. Our staff can help you through the entire process, from selecting a chassis to finding an upfitter such as Morgan Olson, to make you a durable and lightweight aluminum body.

The capable, maneuverable, and versatile Ford F59 Chassis is the backbone to the P700, P1000, P1100, and P1200 commercial step vans, be it the nimble 14′ P700, or the ultra-capable P1200. With an impressive selection of four wheelbases, (158″, 178″, 190″, 208″) and three Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings ranging from 16,000 to 22,000 lbs., the chassis can be upfitted to satisfy a broad range of applications.

The F59 Stripped Chassis comes standard with the powerful 6.8L EFI Triton V10, and the P1200 Van, at 22 feet long and a 208 inch wheelbase, boasts a maximum payload capacity of 15,644 pounds. Whatever you put back there can be easily loaded and unloaded thanks to the low step-in height, and the longer truck body gives you plenty of room for company signage. Our staff can also help you order vinyl signage for your new commercial vehicles.

Standard on all models is the rugged 5-speed TorqShift® transmission, complete with a near bullet-proof torque converter and an automatic tow/haul mode. No more hunting for gears in bad weather or up steep grades, and just to be safe, it comes with a large capacity fluid pump to keep it cooled down.

Alternative fuel options are also available. The F59 will readily accept compressed and liquified natural gas conversion kits, and Ford has made this much more accessible than other third-party upfitters, allowing business to more easily save on their fuel costs and help the environment.

Click Here to download the latest F59 Stripped Chassis Spec Sheet from Ford!

Give us a call today at (877) 663-3430 to learn more about the F59 Chassis, or about the P700, P1000, P1100, and P1200 Step Vans! We’ll make sure you get the best incentives available on your new Ford Commercial Vehicle.

The 2015 Ford F-150 just received the Enlighten Award from Michigan-based Altair and The Center for Automotive Research, recognizing the technological feat of making the truck stronger while reducing its curb weight by 700 pounds. We at Borgman Commercial are proud to distribute America’s Favorite Pickup for 38 straight years.

You’ve heard all about the New F-150. Shedding over 700 pounds since last year’s model, the all new F-150 was made famous for employing a military grade aluminum alloy body atop a high-strength steel frame, giving it incredible, lasting durability and a vastly superior power-to-weight ratio. This innovation translates to you with improved fuel economy, higher towing and payload capacity, and it’s much more resistant to dings and dents.

Altair, a Michigan technology company that seeks to innovate the business and engineering field, presents this award annually with The Center for Automotive Research, a non-profit organization that collects valuable information for the automotive industry and society. The Enlighten Award is presented to companies that have made a significant breakthrough in material weight reduction, an important step for the future of transportation.

“We are excited to present Ford with the 2015 Altair Enlighten Award,” said Dave Mason, Vice President of Global Automotive at Altair. “The judges recognized Ford’s best-in-class innovation with the company’s approach to weight reduction by incorporating advanced materials and design technologies for the F-150.”

You can read more about the 2015 Altair Enlighten Award here.

Stop by Borgman Commercial today and take a 2015 F-150 out for a test drive!

This is the game-changer in medium duty trucks. Introducing the New 2016 Ford F-650 and F-750, with proven engineering, wider selection, and easier upfitting. These trucks mean serious business. The New Medium Duty is proudly designed, engineered, built and tested exclusively by Ford, right here in the United States. Because of this, every component of the truck is now covered by the Ford Warranty and may be serviced at any BPN dealership.

For the new model, Ford made a point to streamline the upfitting process of their line-up of medium duty trucks. With cleaner cut-away choices this time around, modifying a new F-650 or F-750 is now much easier and more cost-effective. With our upfitters, you can choose which options are best to suit you and your business, whether you need a dump truck, tow truck, delivery van, flat bed, utility vehicle, or any other Class 6-7 application you can think of.

Alternative fuel options are also available. The new batch of medium-duty trucks will readily accept compressed and liquified natural gas conversion kits, with Ford has made this much more accessible than other third-party upfitters, allowing business to more easily save on their fuel costs and help the environment.

Give us a call today at (877) 663-3430 learn more about how a 2016 Ford Medium Duty can get the toughest jobs done and save your bottom line.

Ford is all about innovating for and ensuring sustainability, and right now that means changing how our vehicles move on a very fundamental level, their fuel. Integrating an alternative fuel into your fleet can bolster your bottom line, support the U.S. economy, and help keep Michigan beautiful for generations to come.

One of the most attractive up-fit options for Ford’s Commercial Line-up are vehicles that run on Compressed Natural Gas (CNG).

Ford Commercial has made this historically expensive up-fit an affordable and attractive option for those starting or upgrading their fleet of vehicles. Firstly, natural gas considered a much cleaner alternative to gasoline, while providing the same amount of power to the truck and costing much less per gallon equivalent. As of just this last April, the average price for a gasoline-gallon-equivalent of Compressed Natural Gas was $2.09, compared to gasoline averaging around $2.42 per gallon.

Information Courtesy of afdc.energy.gov

According to a case study by Ford in Kent, Washington, a distribution company switched to CNG powered Ford F-650s and saved around $500 a month per vehicle, based on a figure of driving between 2,000 to 2,500 miles a month with diesel fuel.

“Ford has given us a lot of bang for our buck,” says Jim Florio, owner of Click Wholesale Distributing in Kent, WA. “The drivers are also proud to be part of a solution to drastically reduce emissions. And because this vehicle is so affordable, more of our drivers can drive new trucks.”

With a steadily growing domestic production and infrastructure, stable, affordable prices on fuel and the kits, plus more renewable fuel options emerging every day, running your vehicles on compressed natural gas is proving to be a very forward approach.

CNG and Propane fuel types (LPG) are available on the Ford Transit Connect, Transit Van, Transit Cutaway and Chassis cab, the E-350 and 450 Stripped and Cutaway Chassis, the F-250, 350, and 450, Super Duty Pickup, the F-350, 450, and 550 Super Duty Chassis Cab, the F-650 and 750 Medium Duty, the F59 Commercial Chassis, and the F53 RV Stripped Chassis.

Many other options are available through Ford to support other alternative fuels too, check it out on Ford’s Fleet Vehicle site here. You can also read up on the complete benefits of switching to CNG on the U.S. Department of Energy’s website here.

Don’t forget, Borgman Ford Commercial is here for all of your commercial needs. Contact us with any questions about Ford Compressed Natural Gas Up-Fits and Options!

You’ve heard all about it: the New 2015 Ford F-150, and Borgman Ford is proud to be a distributor of America’s Favorite Pick-Up. Shedding over 700 pounds since last year’s model, the all new F-150 was made famous for employing a military grade aluminum alloy body atop a high-strength steel frame, giving it incredible, lasting durability and a vastly superior power-to-weight ratio. The 2015 model can tow up to 12,200 lbs., or carry a 3,300 lb. payload, making it the strongest pickup in its class. With 4 engine options to choose from, the peppy and efficient 2.7L EcoBoost to the powerful 5.0L V8, this truck is equipped to handle any job you throw at it, all the while picking up awards for efficiency, safety, and payload capacity.

But how well would it hold up on a gigantic and punishing obstacle course? John Breknus, creator and host of Sport Science on ESPN, puts the F-150 to the test on the official FordTrucks YouTube channel. In a series called Tough Science, a truck-sized obstacle course was designed and built to reflect what a top NFL running back would see during training and testing. Watch the video below to see how the F-150 performs through rigorous trials like a stretch of half-buried logs, a huge mud puddle, and even a full-size wrecking ball.

Watch the full video here: