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For their Executive Class Ford Transit, First Class Customs uses a well-equipped 15-passenger van and improves on it with a higher level of trim and features. First, First Class removes the installed split-bench seating and covers it with their custom seating kit, and adds dual USB power ports in each row. Then, panels are re-secured and the headliner is re-covered. New flooring is installed, and the existing plastic trim is covered with high-quality vinyl and leather. Moreover, First Class adds electrical upgrades such as LED bulbs and new floor and step lighting. Also standard in the Executive Class Ford Transit is the company’s exclusive cargo net system, which attaches to the seat frames and ceiling brackets.
“We take a customer’s existing chassis and give it an upscale feel from front to back,” says Glick. This is a unique vehicle that has been displayed at the trade shows with a lot of attention. For $15,000 or less, we’re able to do a conversion that gives operators the opportunity to set themselves apart from the crowd.”
Operators who visit the Chauffeur Driven Trade Show in Orlando this October 22-25 will not only have the opportunity to see the Executive Class Ford Transit up close, they may even to get to drive one home. On the last day of the show, CD is giving away a new Ford Transit—graciously donated by Ford and upfitted by First Class Customs—to a lucky operator. And, we’re not talking a one- or two-year lease here; if you win it, you’ll be adding a vehicle to your fleet worth $65,000. Participants will need to download our show app and be present to win, but we know you’ll want to stick around for this rare opportunity. Stay tuned for more details.
Visit firstclasscustomsinc.com for more information.
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With an emphasis on heightened safety due to updated regulations from the National Highway Traffic Administration (NHTA), as well as the inclusion of an abundance of modern conveniences, these motorcoaches offer an incomparable experience for groups traveling to conventions and events. Following the NHTA guidelines set for vehicles produced from November 2016 onward, the new motorcoaches incorporate three-point lap shoulder belts for every passenger.
When the new vehicles were being built, David Seelinger, CEO and chairman of EmpireCLS, also recognized a need for more luxurious motorcoaches in the transportation industry catering to tech-savvy clients. Therefore, he decided to include a variety of amenities for the convenience of his clients such as high-speed WiFi, advanced audiovisual equipment for presentations, 15-inch HD LCD monitors, and both A/C and USB power outlets at every seat. Additionally, the vehicles boast the highest available headroom of any motorcoach, and each seat is outfitted in supple leather trim.
Visit empirecls.com for more information.
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Access serves the equipment and transportation industries through direct and indirect loans and leases on new and used specialty vehicles and commercial equipment. They provide essential equipment financing for medium and small business entities across the U.S. and Canada.
“Access is a wonderful strategic acquisition for United. Not only do the various asset classes they finance fit perfectly with our existing portfolio but having a New York office extends our brand further into the east coast and will allow us to better serve both new and existing customers,” says COO Martha Ahlers.
“We are extremely pleased to join United and look forward to the numerous growth opportunities in the market. United’s technology resources, best in class funding platform, and experienced leadership and employees will streamline our customer experience and support our growth and profitability for the long term,” says Edward P. Kaye, Access’s managing member.
Ahlers also notes, “The Access platform will provide originations up to $100 million annually and will help United achieve its goals and plans for the next five years. They bring a talented and seasoned team of industry professionals with a long history of developing meaningful solutions for their vendors and customers.”
Visit unitedcompanies.com for more information.
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