Ford Pro™ announced a 40% increase in connected commercial vehicles in the last two years, now totaling 5.2 million in operation.
Building on Ford’s® 40-year legacy as America’s commercial vehicle leader,1 in 2024 it was recognized as the #1 brand for Class 1-7 electric trucks and vans.2 Ford continues to offer customers the power of choice to select the right vehicle to get the job done with gas, diesel, hybrid or electric powertrains.
When vehicles are connected, they can communicate with the internet, cloud services and devices such as electric vehicle chargers, dashcams and more. The resulting data from connected commercial vehicles can help fleet operators improve mobility, efficiency and uptime.
“The demand for data about commercial vehicles is rapidly growing,” said Dave Prusinski, Chief Revenue Officer, Ford Pro Integrated Services. “Acknowledging that our fleet customers operate a variety of powertrains, makes and models, we are committed to ensuring our software solutions are compatible across all types. We’re maximizing the value of connectivity across every layer of fleet management to boost uptime.”
Ford Pro solutions bring together data from connected vehicles—including components, sensors, dashcams and electric vehicle chargers—to give subscribers a comprehensive view of their fleet that fosters a safer and more efficient fleet.
The impact of data to maximize fleet utility is evident. Fleet managers using In-Vehicle Coaching in Ford Pro Telematics3 software with relevant settings enabled have experienced:
- 25% less instances of speeding.4
- 16% less hard braking and 11% less hard acceleration.5 Less hard braking and acceleration can help reduce wear and tear on vehicles.
- A 73% drop in drivers not using their seatbelt.6
- Less idling with 52% lower average excessive idle minutes per trip.7 Less idling can lead to fuel savings.
“The insights provided by our solutions can help improve driving practices and help fleet managers make more proactive decisions, like coaching drivers to idle less in their vehicles or adhere to speed limits better. And if necessary, enhance their control of the vehicle,” said Prusinski.
Until now, customers had limited one-way communications with vehicles through telematics solutions available to them. Today, Ford Pro reveals upcoming capabilities that empower fleet managers to receive information from vehicles and now send commands directly back to the vehicle.
“Fleets today are more intelligent than ever. While customers have been able to receive information from vehicles, with our new capabilities they can also now send commands to their vehicles to improve fleet operations,” said Prusinski. “We’re pushing the envelope of connectivity and building capabilities at the vehicle's code level that seamlessly integrates with our software solutions, something only Ford can do with our commercial vehicles. Our customers need to understand and control all aspects of their fleet vehicles. These new solutions will help them be ready for anything.”
Ford Pro’s newest capabilities are redefining fleet management and changing the way commercial customers interact with their vehicles. Expanded solutions that will be available later this year include:
- Top Speed Limiter: This will allow fleet managers to remotely set a maximum speed limit on their fleet vehicles to help avoid speeding violations. The feature will be available in Ford Pro Telematics4 software later this year on model year 2022 and newer F-150® Lightning®, and model year 2023 and newer Super Duty® trucks. This new feature can help improve driver behavior by controlling speed limit adherence for millions of fleet vehicles on the road.
- Acceleration Limiter: Also coming later this year in Ford Pro Telematics software for F-150® Lightning®. The new feature gives fleet managers remote access to control vehicle acceleration which not only reduces wear and tear but can enhance safety measures.
- Fleet Start Inhibit: This allows fleet managers to help combat theft and unauthorized vehicle use. It can disable the vehicle remotely prohibiting any attempt to start the vehicle’s engine. This feature will be available later this year in Ford Pro Telematics8 software on 2023 and newer F-Series Super Duty®, 2023 E-Transit™ in Europe, 2024 F-150 gas and hybrid trucks, 2024 Transit™ and E-Transit vans, 2025 Explorer®, 2025 Expedition®, and 2025 Mustang Mach-E®.
- Remote Lock/Unlock – Available now, fleet managers can remotely lock or unlock any Ford vehicle in their fleet through Ford Pro Telematics8 software, equipping them with virtual command and control of their fleet vehicles.
To learn more about the expanded suite of solutions from Ford Pro, visit FordPro.com.
1Based on S&P Global Mobility CY1985-2024 US TIPNet Registrations excluding registrations to individuals. TIP Registrations prior to 2010 do not include all GVW 1 and 2 vehicles.
2Based on S&P Global Mobility CY2023 US TIPNet Registrations, GVW Class 1. 7 electric vehicles excluding SUVs. TIPNet Registrations prior to 2010 do not include all GVW 1 and 2 vehicles.
3Available on vehicles with embedded modem or equipped with approved plug-in device (PID). May require modem activation. Ford Telematics and Ford Data Services require a purchased subscription. Terms and conditions apply. Telematics service and features, and access to vehicle data, depend on subscription and compatible AT&T network availability. Evolving technology/cellular networks/vehicle capability may limit functionality and prevent operation of connected features.
4Based on Ford Pro Telematics data June 1, 2024 - February 12, 2025. 25% lower average speeding over the limit events per trip, with the Speeding Over Threshold setting enabled.
5Based on Ford Pro Telematics data June 1, 2024 - February 12, 2025. 16% lower harsh braking and 11% lower rapid acceleration with the Hard Braking and Hard Acceleration settings enabled.
6Based on Ford Pro Telematics data June 1, 2024 - February 12, 2025. 73% lower average instances of unbuckled driver seatbelts while driving per trip, with the Driver Seatbelt Violation setting enabled.
7Based on Ford Pro Telematics data June 1, 2024 - February 12, 2025. 52% lower average excessive idle minutes per trip, with the Excessive Idle setting enabled.
