This move makes complete sense to me. I think the only reason TC died was because of the chicken tax and nowhere to put it.....this does bring up the question of where will it go, since BS and Maverick are both doing well sales-wise.
Ford Maverick Based Small Van May Debut In 2025: Report (fordauthority.com)
Earlier today, a report surfaced following a meeting between Ford and its dealer network, one that reportedly showed off a number of future models via renderings, ph
Assuming Maverick van will be FWD only, you can see that it has a lot of upside here without making any heavy duty suspension upgrades.
2023 model stats (using 2023 because 2025 model the 2.0 EB FWD was dropped)
Maverick 2.0 hybrid FWD: curb weight 3,674 lbs. + payload 1,500 lbs. = GVWR 5,174 lbs.
Maverick 2.0 EB FWD: curb weight 3,562 lbs. + payload 1,500 lbs. = GVWR 5,062 lbs.
For comparison with Transit Connect
Transit Connect Van 2.0 FWD LWB: curb weig