1. Fleet Management Director’s Evaluation: Why Choose the Ford New Generation V348 Service Vehicle? A municipal sanitation department in Hohhot completed its vehicle renewal plan by the end of 2025, procuring three units of Chengli’s Ford New Generation V348 service vehicles for winter road inspection and emergency response. When reflecting on the procurement decision, Fleet Management Director Mr. Li stated: "After comparing multiple models, we ultimately selected the V348 service vehicle supplied by Chengli Special Purpose Vehicles—primarily due to its proven reliability under extreme low-temperature conditions." Winter temperatures in Hohhot frequently drop below -30°C, posing severe challenges to vehicle starting systems and hydraulic systems. Chengli’s solution equips the V348 service vehicle with an upgraded frost-proof starting system—including a low-temperature electric-heated oil pan and cold-start assist system—which has been verified to achieve single-attempt engine start even at -35°C. Additionally, the hydraulic system uses low-temperature-specific hydraulic oil and frost-resistant sealing components, ensuring operational stability during winter. Mr. Li added: "Last winter, our legacy vehicles frequently failed to operate at temperatures below -20°C; since deploying these new units, scheduling efficiency has significantly improved." According to publicly available tender information, the budget cap for this batch was approximately RMB 313,000 per unit; Chengli’s final delivery price was around RMB 258,000 per unit (in line with local procurement practices). The vehicle is powered by a Ford Duratorq TDCi diesel engine compliant with China VI emission standards, and features the Ford New Generation V348 long-wheelbase, mid-roof chassis model CLW5040XXH6 (as certified in Chengli’s official vehicle announcement database). 2. Dispatch Flexibility: Real-World Multi-Function Performance In municipal applications, service vehicles must accommodate personnel transport, equipment carriage, and emergency response. The V348 service vehicle underwent customized interior modifications: rear seats are foldable, enabling flexible space reconfiguration. In daily operations, it serves for routine inspections and material transport; during emergencies, it can be rapidly converted into a mobile command station or compact repair shelter. Dispatch Supervisor Captain Wang commented: "We routinely carry four inspectors along with traffic cones and warning signs. The V348’s cargo compartment length and height are fully adequate, and its dual-swing rear doors facilitate efficient loading/unloading. Most notably, the hydraulic tail lift greatly reduces physical effort when handling heavy loads in winter." Per Chengli’s product database, the V348 service vehicle supports various upfit modules—including hydraulic tail lifts, generators, and storage cabinets. This batch also features a diesel-powered cabin heating system, ensuring rapid interior warming to meet crew thermal comfort requirements during winter operations. Captain Wang estimated that, compared to previously deploying two separate vehicles for different tasks, a single V348 service vehicle now covers approximately 70% of daily dispatch needs—reducing vehicle utilization costs by about 30%. 3. Fuel Consumption Monitoring Data: Real-World Performance Under Northern Operating Conditions After three months of operation, the fleet compiled fuel consumption data. Under mixed urban and suburban driving conditions in Hohhot, the V348 service vehicle achieved an average fuel consumption of 8.2 L/100 km—slightly lower than the manufacturer’s rated figure of 8.5 L/100 km. During winter (with average daily temperatures at -15°C), fuel consumption rose to 9.1 L/100 km, yet remained 10–15% better than comparable competitive models. In Chengli’s solution, the V348