Choose the program that’s right for you.
Whether you’re purchasing for an entire dealership or upgrading your personal diagnostic workstation, the Ford Rotunda PC Renewal Program offers a flexible path to keep your equipment current and your technicians productive.
Designed for dealerships looking to equip multiple technicians while preserving capital and simplifying hardware management.
- Billed through your Ford dealer statement (Parts Account Billing)
- Predictable monthly expense
- Preserve capital for other business priorities
- Automatic hardware refresh options
- No interest charges*
- No lease factor*
Ideal for individual technicians who want reliable diagnostic equipment with affordable monthly payments.
- Monthly ACH or credit card payments
- Affordable monthly payment options
- Rugged Panasonic laptops built for the shop
- Faster programming, scanning, and calibrations
- Always have updated equipment
Why choose the Ford Rotunda PC Renewal Program?
Replace aging equipment with a solution designed to keep your service department operating efficiently.
Modern diagnostic technology
Stay equipped with the latest Ford-compatible diagnostic hardware without large upfront capital expenditures.
Rugged performance
Panasonic laptops are engineered for demanding shop environments and built to withstand everyday use.
Always up to date
Stay ahead of evolving Ford diagnostic requirements with a TOUGHBOOK refresh every 36 months. Maintain compatibility with the latest software, security updates, and hardware requirements—without the hassle of aging equipment.
A smarter way to stay current
The Ford Rotunda PC Renewal Program helps dealerships and technicians stay ahead of changing technology without the burden of a large upfront hardware investment.
Through a simple 36-month program, you’ll receive a rugged, Ford-ready Panasonic TOUGHBOOK that’s preconfigured for Ford diagnostics—along with predictable monthly payments and an automatic hardware refresh at the end of each term.
Program benefits
- Ford-ready Panasonic TOUGHBOOK computers
- Preconfigured for IDS and FDRS diagnostic software
- Predictable monthly payments
- Automatic technology refresh every 36 months
- Reduced downtime and improved performance
- Stay current with evolving Ford hardware requirements
Built for today’s diagnostics. Ready for tomorrow’s demands.
The Panasonic TOUGHBOOK FZ-56 MK1 delivers the speed, reliability, and rugged durability Ford technicians need to power IDS and FDRS diagnostics. Available in two performance configurations, each system is designed to keep your service department productive today while meeting tomorrow’s evolving hardware requirements.
FZ-56 MK1
- Intel® Core™ i5 processor
- 16 GB RAM
- 512 GB SSD
FZ-56 MK1 Performance
- Intel® Core™ i7 processor
- 32 GB RAM
- 1 TB SSD
Included with every system
- Three-year Panasonic TOUGHCARE Accidental Damage and Replacement Warranty
- Built for demanding service department environments
- Designed to maximize uptime and technician productivity
How the program works
Whether you’re purchasing for an entire dealership or upgrading your personal diagnostic workstation, the Ford Rotunda PC Renewal Program offers a flexible path to keep your equipment current and your technicians productive.
Built to perform where it matters most
- Rugged design engineered for demanding shop environments
- Optimized for Ford IDS and FDRS diagnostic applications
- Fast, reliable performance with modern Intel® processors and SSD storage
- Windows 11 Pro and TPM 2.0 security for enhanced protection
- Ready for future software updates, cloud-based services, and emerging diagnostic technologies
Future-proof your diagnostic technology
Technology is constantly evolving—and so are the hardware requirements needed to support modern diagnostic software, operating systems, security standards, and connected vehicle technologies. Investing in a computer today doesn’t guarantee it will meet tomorrow’s demands.
The Ford Rotunda PC Renewal Program takes the uncertainty out of technology planning. Every 36 months, you’ll receive a current-generation system designed to support the latest Ford diagnostic software, security requirements, and performance standards—helping your service department stay productive without the expense of frequent hardware purchases.
Benefits of the renewal program
- Stay current with evolving Ford diagnostic requirements
- Eliminate concerns about aging or obsolete hardware
- Receive a new, current-generation system every 36 months
- Support the latest operating systems, security standards, and diagnostic applications
- Reduce downtime with reliable, up-to-date technology
- Protect your investment with a predictable hardware refresh cycle
Invest in technology that keeps your service department moving
The Ford Rotunda PC Renewal Program is more than a way to acquire new hardware—it’s a long-term strategy for keeping your service department equipped with reliable, high-performance technology that evolves alongside Ford’s diagnostic requirements.
Predictable costs
Replace large capital expenditures with manageable monthly payments that simplify budgeting and help preserve cash flow.
Built for the demands of the shop
Every program includes a rugged Panasonic TOUGHBOOK engineered for dealership environments and backed by a three-year TOUGHCARE accidental damage warranty.
Ready for what’s next
Stay aligned with evolving Ford diagnostic software, security requirements, and hardware standards through automatic technology refreshes every 36 months.
Designed for every Ford service professional
Whether you’re managing an entire service department or investing in your own diagnostic workstation, you’ll benefit from:
- Ford-ready Panasonic TOUGHBOOK technology
- Reliable performance for IDS and FDRS diagnostics
- Flexible purchasing options
- Predictable upgrade cycles
- Improved technician productivity
- Long-term peace of mind with current-generation hardware
