Longer days and open roads make summer the best time to put real miles on your MS-RT. Whether you are planning a week in Cornwall, a weekend in the Lake District or a single long drive through the Cotswolds, the right vehicle changes how the trip feels from the first mile. A Ford Transit Custom MS-RT or Ford Ranger MS-RT brings sharper handling, a quieter cabin and an interior built for long stretches behind the wheel.
This guide covers where to drive, what to pack and which MS-RT model fits the kind of summer trip you have in mind.
The Best UK Summer Driving Routes for Your MS-RT
The UK packs an enormous variety of driving into a small space. You can run a coastal road in the morning and a mountain pass by mid-afternoon.
The Cotswolds reward a slow pace, with honey-stone villages and tight country lanes that suit the precise steering of the Ford Transit Custom MS-RT. The Lake District is the opposite kind of drive, with climbs and switchbacks where upgraded suspension earns its place. For raw coastal scenery, the roads around Cornwall and the North Coast 500 in Scotland reward a vehicle you can load up and live out of for a few days. The Ford Ranger MS-RT handles that brief well, with the bed space for bikes, boards or camping kit and the ground clearance for the rougher access tracks.
Pick the route to the model and the trip plans itself.
Comfort and Performance on Long Summer Drives
A good summer drive is decided by how you feel after three hours in the seat, not just by the view through the windscreen.
MS-RT models are built around that reality. Climate control keeps the cabin steady when the outside temperature climbs, supportive sports seats reduce fatigue on motorway stretches, and the firmer, retuned suspension keeps the vehicle composed through fast bends and rougher surfaces. The result is a vehicle that stays comfortable and predictable whether you are crawling through holiday traffic or settling into a long, clear A-road.
Driver-assistance systems support the drive on busy summer roads. Stability control and assisted braking help on unfamiliar lanes and packed coastal routes, so your attention stays on the road and the scenery rather than the car.
Essential Tips for Your Summer Road Trip
A little preparation turns a good trip into a smooth one. Four things are worth sorting before you set off.
- Plan your stops. Map the scenic lookouts, cafés and walking trails along the route so the breaks are part of the trip rather than an afterthought.
- Run a vehicle check. Confirm tyre pressures, brakes and fluid levels before a long drive, because UK summer weather swings between heatwaves and downpours.
- Pack the essentials. Carry water, snacks, sunglasses and a first-aid kit. The Ford Transit Custom MS-RT has the storage to take all of it without crowding the cabin.
- Build in time to enjoy it. Leave room in the schedule to stop, take photos and actually look at the landscape you came to see.
Which MS-RT Model Suits Your Summer Trip
Each MS-RT model points at a different kind of summer.
The Ford Transit Custom MS-RT suits the trip with the most kit, where load space and a comfortable cabin matter more than anything else. The Ford Ranger MS-RT is the adventure pick, built for outdoor gear, rough access roads and the kind of trip that ends somewhere off the tarmac. A New Ford Tourneo Custom MS-RT is built around passenger space for the family getaway, so there will be a model for every kind of summer trip.
As the UK landscape hits its best stretch of the year, your MS-RT is ready for whichever version of summer you are planning. Configure your vehicle online or make an enquiry to get a quote before the season peaks.
MS-RT Summer Driving: Frequently Asked Questions
Which MS-RT Model Is Best for a Family Road Trip?
The Ford Transit Custom MS-RT offers the most cabin and load space for a group trip today. A New Ford Tourneo Custom MS-RT, built around passenger seating for families, is coming soon to the range.
Is the Ford Ranger MS-RT Suitable for Outdoor and Off-Road Trips?
Yes. The Ford Ranger MS-RT carries bikes, boards and camping equipment in the load bed and has the clearance for rougher access tracks, which makes it well suited to coastal and countryside adventures.
How Should I Prepare My MS-RT for a Long Summer Drive?
Check tyre pressures, brakes and fluid levels before you leave, pack water and a first-aid kit, and plan your stops in advance. UK summer weather changes quickly, so it pays to be ready for both heat and rain.
