It takes a special sort of vehicle to survive, challenge and virtually dominate a sector of sales, and that’s what the Mitsubishi L200 has done for decades, writes Robin Roberts. It’s about to be reborn for the sixth time, but before it is I wanted to see what the Series 5 offers to explain its stranglehold on the sector which is a … [Read more...]
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Weekend roadtest: VW Crafts it’s way to success
VW’s investment in their pursue of van domination seems to have paid off with the latest VW Crafter, leaving Mercedes sprinting back to the ideas board, writes Rhys Roberts. The VW Crafter does everything asked of a van, and seems to do it with some added pizazz. It may not be as technologically advanced as its Mercedes rival, but it isn’t as far … [Read more...]
Tradelines 19 June
A recall has been ordered for Adam and Corsa models in Germany. Authorities believe 210,000 models may exceed NO2 levels in real world conditions across Europe and that’s likely to include thousands sold in the UK. There are hopes that FCA will be able to revive its bid for a deal with Renault, subject to Nissan support. The French Government would … [Read more...]
Recognition for car services at Business Motoring Awards
In an increasingly complex business car marketplace, the Business Motoring Awards 2019 has recognised best practice in the sector from the likes of Northgate and Volkswagen Commercial Services. The winners’ list of the Business Motoring Awards, supported by Fleet Alliance, a leading lease car supplier to the SME business sector is: Best Car … [Read more...]
Shogun Sport CV arrives
The Mitsubishi Shogun Sport is now available as a commercial vehicle. It will appeal to retail and business customers looking for a tough and capable off-road SUV with a high level of specification and a large load area. Based on the well-equipped Mitsubishi Shogun Sport 4 SUV, the Commercial version has a flat rear load area that measures 1,920mm … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: Toyota Land Cruiser SWB LCV
In recent weeks I have watched a variety of documentaries from the wildest and most remote places on earth and while the presenters change with each programme there seems to be a satisfying, reassuring continuity as they are all conveyed in a Toyota Land Cruiser, writes Robin Roberts. Its reputation to get you anywhere, and with precious … [Read more...]
Ford and VW confirm cvs and future technologies
Ford and Volkswagen today confirmed they will begin a joint venture to build and share vans and pickups from 2022. They will join forces in a bid to reduce costs and create new ranges of electric and self-driving cars, they announced at the Detroit Motor Show. Sales will begin in 2022 and will boost profits from 2023 and “Over time, this alliance will … [Read more...]
Newslines 8 December
A battery Corsa and PHEV Grandland X will be introduced next year, and they are likely to use technology developed for parent PSA Group models which will also be arriving. Vauxhall is planning a massive roll-out of ev models in its Mokka X and Vivaro van ranges in two years as well. An electric version of the MGZS compact crossover with a 208 miles … [Read more...]
Newslines 12 November
A new VW all-electric SUV is being planned to go on sale for about £17,400. It will be part of the new range of ID series models the German car maker is preparing as it converts three factories to make the new generation ev-models planned in a probable alliance with Ford. SEAT is this week showing an electric scooter developed with Segway. It’s … [Read more...]
Newslines 6 November
VW is celebrating the 30th anniversary of its acclaimed camper van. It’s introduced the most exclusive special edition California model with a run of 999 units and just 30 allocated to the UK from £64,307 including extra equipment, a numbered plaque and three drivetrain choices. The tenth annual Bangers4Ben sale at BCA Blackbushe raised nearly £20,000 … [Read more...]
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