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The Arctic Van Test is all about finding out which vans cope best with the slippery conditions, but also how easily they start and warm up inside in the morning

The challenge also tests engine starting, and heating and demister operation, after vans have been left outside overnight in sub-freezing conditions. The two Transits were rated winners delivering Ford’s first double victory in the 23-year history of the event.

The Transits were rated top or joint-top in nine of 13 categories against rival vans from Mercedes-Benz, Vauxhall and Volkswagen.

The Transit Connect was ranked top or joint-top in seven categories, and particularly praised for its handling and stability in icy conditions against the rivals vans.

Heikki Laurell of Finnish magazine Auto Tekniikka ja Kuljetus, which organises the annual event, said: “The Ford vans were clear winners in very slippery conditions – a great advantage when frozen roads can be found anywhere, and not just found on the test track in Finland.

“Our tests push vans to the limit, and can be quite a shock if you are not used to a Scandinavian winter.”Ford_Transit_Arctic_Van_Test

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