The Ford Transit is already one of the most adaptable and customisable vans on the road.

Four wheelbase options, 2 engines, FWD or RWD, 3 roof heights, chassis cab, double cab, panel van and minibus options and a plethora of other choices make it capable of being almost everything to everyone.

To continue this pursuit of ultimate flexibility, Ford have introduced a few more choices for 2009:

• A new Double Cab Utility Chassis option allows for a double cab with the rear part converted to a fully-enclosed load carrying area (complete with unglazed doors). Afull bulkhead is available to seperate this area from the front cab.This option is designed to enable equipment to be carried internally and securely, without the need for a space-wasting toolbox in the rear load area (e.g. tipper or flatbed).

• MWB panel van now available in low-roof , FWD configuration – says it all, really.
• Transit Tourneo now available with light-tinted window glass to meet the needs of private hire operators (apparently local councils require tinted glass, not sure of the details – anyone?)

In addition to these new model variants, all diesel-engined Transits now come with Ford’s new Shift Indicator Light (SIL). This illuminates briefly during acceleration, indicating the optimum moment to change up to the next gear. Observance of the SIL should help reduce CO2 emissions and fuel consumption, as well as wear and tear.