We don't really understand why it's taking LCV makers so long to embrace the advantages of plug-in hybrid tech, but that's all good for Ford, challenged only with this tech by LEVC's VN5. Otherwise, the Blue Oval brand is being given a free run with that technology at the van segment with this Transit Custom PHEV, which in second generation form is a useful step on from its predecessor.
As before, our biggest concern with this product is price - at around £45,000-£50,000 ex VAT before grant deduction, it's hardly inexpensive. But if you can balance that outlay against lower running costs, it could add up as a proposition. Certainly, it goes without saying that unless you really take advantage of its all-electric savings, that outlay won't make sense. But if you can and you use this Ford properly, its hybrid attributes might really benefit your business. Plus there are all the usual advantages of Transit Custom ownership - practicality that's unimpeded by the PHEV tech and great driving dynamics.

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