Ford Transit - 6 million units built in 45 years

The Ford Transit is moving towards an impressive 45 years anniversary celebration in August, but already set a record: 6 million units, assembled at plants Kocaeli (Turkey), Southampton (UK), Nanchang (China) and Hai Duong ( Nam).

Up to 6 million units built is the most impressive moment in the history of Ford Transit, which includes numerous records, among others being the longest of Europe's utility model.

Conceived as the first pan-European Ford model designed to replace two vans in the UK and Germany, Transit Division preceded the establishment of European and American manufacturer, and is today a key component in the development and overall production, entitled One Ford.

In the 45 years of existence, Transit has gone through many metamorphoses, from sustainable and practical carrier but Spartan in 1965, the most versatile, customer oriented and sophisticated reading of European history automotive commercial vehicles.

Vehicle no. Six million is a Ford Transit FT280 Combination with ampament environment for a client in Germany.

"With six million units already produced and a life cycle that has reached 45 years, Transit is not only the longest Ford of Europe, but this time was an important pillar in EU affairs is one of the most successful commercial vehicle in automotive history, "said John Fleming, Director and CEO of Ford of Europe.

Happy Birthday, Ford Transit.

Source: http://www.ford.com/