In South Africa we love all things big and tough. We love our biltong, sports and the big-five, we love braaiing and travelling, we love colour and most of all we love tough bakkies in which we can explore the beauty of our country.
The proudly South African built Ford Ranger remains in a league of its own! It is one of the top-selling vehicles announced for 2020 with 18,846 units sold in South Africa, proving just how much we as a nation, love our bakkies.
The Ranger also remained the top light commercial vehicle export. As many as 45,790 Ranger units were produced and exported at Ford's Silverton assembly plant in Pretoria making it one of South Africa's biggest success stories in terms of vehicle exports.
So, what makes the Ford Ranger so popular worldwide?
The Ford Ranger is designed, built and tested for a life of hard work, fun and adventure. Ford continuously work to improve its pick-up trucks by listening to truck owners and evolving innovations that improve durability, capability, efficiency and driving experience.
Two new derivatives were introduced in 2020:
Ford Ranger Thunder: "Based on the existing Wildtrak, the new Thunder edition features an updated tough and distinctive design with an edgier look for customers who aren’t afraid to be noticed."
Ford Ranger XL Sport: "Aimed at the customer who will use it as family wheels, for work, and who also likes the occasional detour out into the bushveld but importantly, all this on a budget."
Ford Motor Company always strives to compliment and enable a diverse range of customers and it is clear to see that with its versatility and efficiency, the Ranger quickly built a reputation for being tough and capable, leading it to thrive in diverse markets around the world!
For the best Ford Ranger deals, visit CMH Kempster Ford Pretoria North at 610 Steve Biko Road, Gezina, Pretoria or contact our sales team on 0877248757 to book your test drive and experience the science of tough first hand.
Words: Chamoney Berrange’
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Ford Media Centre - https://media.ford.com/content/fordmedia/img/me/en/news/2019/11/18/built-ford-tough--the-ford-ranger-is-designed--built-and-tested-.html
CMH Ford: http://cmhford.co.za/news/the-new-ford-ranger-thunder-has-arrived-at-cmh-kempster-ford-pretoria-north/
Ford South Africa – www.ford.co.za 
With ample parking outside and easy access, shopping for a vehicle hasn’t been easier.
Disabled parking available and ramp provided for your convenience.
Our showroom has been equipped with exquisite new age designed furniture tailored to suit your needs. Upstairs we have a conference table as well as café tables Equipped with charging stations for your laptops, cellphones and other electronic items, which allows you to stay connected while you wait for your vehicle from the service department or simply browsing our new vehicles available.
If you are looking for a preowned vehicle we have a wide range of vehicles with a great sales team that are willing to assist you find your dream car . Located next to the New vehicle showroom . shopping for a vehicle has never been more convenient.
The service department waiting area has been revamped as well to accommodate more customers while you wait for your vehicle . With COVID 19 still around, our safety protocols are still in place to ensure all customers and staff are well protected. Alongside this area is a 2nd New vehicle showroom where you are able to browse more vehicles and a reception area.
The Parts department is also always ready to assist you with all your Ford Genuine parts for your vehicle .
With this in mind make your way down to CMH Kempster Ford Umhlanga and experience our State of the Art dealership .
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The EcoSport comes in three models: Ambiente, Trend and Titanium. The Ambiente is the most affordable model but packs a punch in terms of features and value! The Trend is the mid-range model with even more upgrades than the Ambiente, and the Titanium leads the way in terms of features, which makes it the flagship model of the EcoSport range (Ford.co.za, 2020). With these different options available, you can choose an EcoSport that meets your specific needs and requirements. This article will focus on the impressive Titanium, and everything this stylish vehicle has to offer.
Starting with the exterior, the Titanium is available in a wide range of exciting colours to suit your personality and preference. Choose between Dessert Island Blue, Frozen White, Metropolis White, Magnetic, Moondust Silver or Lucid Red.
Because the EcoSport is designed for urban living, it is equipped with 17-inch alloy wheels that are lightweight and durable (Ford.co.za, 2020). With the EcoSport’s rear parking sensors and audible warning system, you can park easy and effortlessly at any parking spot in the city. The Titanium also offers Roll Stability Control and Electronic Stability Control so you can manage peak traffic much safer (Ford.co.za, 2020).
Enjoy more space with the Titanium’s adjustable boot floor that provides enough room for all your luggage. Storage capacity can be increased to 333 litres and the boot floor can support up to 300kg (Ford.co.za, 2020).
When it comes to performance, the 1.0 EcoBoost Titanium has an engine capacity of 998cc and 6-speed automatic transmission that provides improved fuel economy. Furthermore, the Titanium has a power of 92KW @ 6000rpm and a Torque of 170Nm @ 1400-4500rpm (Ford.co.za, 2020).
It’s not only the Titanium’s performance and exterior features that are impressive. This vehicle has many technological features that create a luxurious driving experience and completely sets this vehicle apart from other compact SUV’s. The Titanium is equipped with push-button start, comfortable and stylish partial leather seats, and headlamps that switch on automatically when it is dark outside (Ford.co.za, 2020).
The side mirrors also illuminate the side of the vehicle so you can see the road clearly before stepping outside. Furthermore, the Titanium is equipped with rain-sensing wipers that will switch on automatically when the sensor behind the rear-view mirror picks up rain on the windshield (Ford.co.za, 2020).
The Titanium is all about proactive thinking with its state-of-the-art safety features. It has seven airbags to ensure 360-degree protection. These airbags are located in the front driver and passenger side, the driver’s knee area, as well as on all the sides of the cabin (Ford.co.za, 2020).
The EcoSport uses the enhanced SYNC 3 system that makes your driving experience easy (Ford.co.za, 2020). This system is voice-activated so that you can keep your hands on the steering wheel and your eyes on the road while playing music, making calls and listening to text messages. Integrate your smartphone with the system and connect all your apps via Android Auto, Apple CarPlay or Applink. You can also enjoy satellite navigation on the Titanium’s 8-inch touchscreen (Ford.co.za, 2020).
For those hot summer days where you are stuck on a busy road, you can make use of the automated climate control system that ensures your in-vehicle temperature is perfect no matter the conditions outside. And when you hit the town at night, you can enjoy the electrochromic rear-view mirror that automatically darkens when a vehicle shines its headlamps on it (Ford.co.za, 2020).
Comparing the price of the Titanium and Trend, we can see that the 1.0 EcoBoost Titanium 6AT has a starting price of R381 700, while the starting price of the 1.0 EcoBoost Trend 6AT is R344 100. The starting price of the 1.0 EcoBoost Titanium 6MT is R367 900 and the 1.0 EcoBoost Trend 6MT starts from R329 000 (Ford.co.za, 2020).
The Titanium is definitely a vehicle worth owning and it doesn’t even break the bank! Call CMH Kempster Ford Hatfield today and ask about Ford Credit. Ford Credit offers an affordable tailormade solution so that you can afford the car of your dreams! So, what are you waiting for? Go test drive the all new Ford EcoSport Titanium today!
Ingenuity and determination are two traits that South Africans have in abundance, especially when it comes to building bespoke vehicles that would eventually become revered the world over.
Undeterred, and with plenty of technical expertise to draw upon, South Africa went through a period of fascinating homologations that produced a dazzling array of road cars including the Capri Perana V8, the Sierra XR6 and the Sierra XR8, which performed exceptionally well on the sales charts, and even took the motorsport world by storm, leaving an indelible mark on the country’s motoring heritage.
The Bakkies That Helped Build a Nation
Ford’s reputation for toughness was forged initially by vehicles like the Ford Cortina bakkie – exclusively sold in South Africa and a true embodiment of the country’s heritage. The Cortina bakkie was instrumental in building many of the landmarks that we see around us today, and helped fuel South African’s affinity with the venerable bakkie.
According to Grant, there might be no other vehicle that symbolises South African motoring more than the Ford Cortina bakkie. Eight prototypes were built at Ford’s Port Elizabeth plant until the Cortina bakkie was launched in 1971.
It paved the way for another South African legend, the Bantam bakkie. This half-ton small utility vehicle with passenger car-derived handling and safety used the locally produced 1.3-litre Kent engine, as well as the UK-sourced Fiesta engine ancillaries. The RoCam engine which powered later generations was a key part of the Struandale Engine Plant story, with 1 346 919 units produced from 2000 to 2012.
Ford’s 96-year manufacturing heritage in South Africa would be incomplete without the internationally successful Ford Ranger, which has been assembled locally since 2011 and is exported to over 100 markets around the world. Two totally unique versions of the Ranger have been added to FMCSA’s Heritage models – and have helped reaffirm Ford’s commitment to South Africa.
Heritage Day in 2019 was shown in all its splendour by a one-of-a-kind Ford Ranger painted in the colours of the South African flag, and included its rich diversity of cultures, arts and wildlife by FMCSA’s own Paint Shop at the Silverton Assembly Plant in Pretoria. It took a team of five artists, three sprayers, and one assembler a total of 650 hours to produce, with the result reminding all South Africans how much the nation loves bakkies.
Unique South African artwork reappeared on a Ford Ranger this year – given the name Mandla by employees at Ford’s Silverton plant – for Mandela Day in July 2020. The South African flag features again with a portrait of the country’s iconic former statesman, Nelson Mandela, painted on the bonnet.
As FMCSA closes in on a hundred years of local manufacturing, its esteemed local heritage becomes even more cherished by those who have worked on these defining motoring icons. Their positive attitude and competitive spirit continues to inspire the next chapter of Ford’s proudly South African heritage.
CMH Kempster Ford Randburg is proud to be a part of Ford’s Heritage in South Africa with 51 Years as a Ford Dealer behind our name. From humble beginnings in 1969 to what you see today in 2020, come in and see what our pedigree can do for you.
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Louis has taken the time to build his Parts Team here at CMH Kempster Ford Hatfield and the results are truly evident. Louis’s message to the CMH Kempster Ford Hatfield customer is that, the past is nothing more than a rear view mirror, we need to look forward and make new history.
Louis Killian we welcome you to our CMH Kempster Ford Hatfield Team, we believe you will make a great success of your current position and grow within the CMH Group.
CMH Kempster Ford Umhlanga Service Department customers will be required to sit in your vehicle and follow the queue. Once it is your turn a member of our team will sanitize your vehicle while you follow the protocols as mentioned above. After you have been screened you will follow the Yellow stickers on the floor maintaining 1.5m distance until you reach your Service advisor.
New and Used vehicle customers are to follow the same protocols mentioned above when entering the dealership. Once that is done you will then walk upstairs to the new vehicle showroom where you will meet the receptionist. They will then guide you to the next available salesperson in the New and Used vehicle showroom. There will be stickers on the floor for your safety in order to maintain social distancing.
Parts department customers will need to follow the same entry protocols as mentioned above and then move forward into the parts department where social distancing will be maintained.
Remember wear your mask at all times and Sanitizer will be provided around the entire dealership.
Whether you want to purchase a vehicle, bring your vehicle in for a service, or purchase parts, our team are waiting to assist you.
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Getting back into the swing of things, we would like to introduce the captain of the ship for our new car department – Mr John Ludgrove, taking the wheel as NEW CAR MANAGER. Along with extensive experience in the automotive industry, John also has a passion for people and is focused on customer centricity. He will ensure that you have a memorable experience with us, and all your relevant concerns will be attended to - so you are assured complete peace of mind when purchasing your new vehicle.
We understand that the previous year was not exactly a walk in the park for most people, but we can assure you that we too are getting acquainted with the “new normal” way of doing things. At CMH Kempster Ford Durban we have ALL COVID-19 protocols in place and are fully compliant. All dealer employees, contractors and customers have their temperature checked daily and sanitizers are readily available across ALL departments. Vehicles are disinfected at regular intervals to ensure the most stringent precautions are taken.
Make your way down to 901 Umgeni Rd for fantastic new or pre-owned specials, all your servicing needs and vehicle parts requirements.
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