Ford Is Discontinuing Transit 130” Mid-Roof & Others Discontinue Smaller Work Vans. Now what?

There’s still options for smaller cargo work vans.

With the loss of the Ford Transit 130” WB (MR), Transit Connect, Mercedes Metris, ProMaster City, and other small cargo work vans, some fleet managers and independent cargo van operators are looking to see what else is available, and available quickly.

The Transit 148” WB with a higher roof for example is a model that is steadily replacing the 130” in many fleets across North America along with the RAM Promaster series. The added benefit is the obvious increase in headroom which is key for those operators who work inside the cargo area of their van and the longer wheelbase for added stability. Many fleets have seen ProMasters more available in the last couple years, with more fluctuation from Ford’s supply of Transits.

Some fleet managers are also moving to smaller passenger vans such as the Chrysler Pacifica, and expertly adapting them to work for cargo applications by adding a custom partition, taking out the back seats, and adding a rigid floor. The silver lining? These smaller vans can fit into even more places, like underground parking garages for mall & hospital delivery for applications such as pharmaceutical delivery, for example.

We’re sure there will be more additions and deletions coming as the auto market continues to change and adapt to new demands from fleets across North America. Stay tuned right here and we’ll bring them to you as they happen!