Homeowners in university cities will benefit from the sharing economy. An estimated 130,000 will take their cars to university this month but they will probably have nowhere to park and YourParkingSpace.co.uk offer students and residents a parking solution. Lorries with poor visibility and a possible danger to cyclists will be banned in London from 2024. A safety grading system will mean … [Read more...]
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On your marks for the new VW Transporter Sportline
Volkswagen Sportline versions are being reintroduced on the Transporter series. Last seen over four years ago, the Sportline was a popular derivative with its trim and fittings reflecting a more dynamic style including special alloys and body kit plus leather interior and advanced connectivity system. The new series will first be seen on the 180ps 2.0 bi-turbo diesel T32 kombi next month … [Read more...]
Double acquisition strengthens TIP presence in Wales
Leading trailer company TIP Trailer Services has expanded its service proposition in South Wales with the recent double acquisition of Aim Hire Ltd and PADS Trailers. In line with its progressive trailer rental and maintenance strategy, TIP acquired both businesses before the summer in order to enhance its network in this important area for road transport. Mike Furnival, Managing Director, … [Read more...]
Hauliers to carry fight to Europe for cartel compensation
The Road Haulage Association has sought legal advice and intends to honour its commitment to its members by pursuing the case for compensation from the truck manufacturers who have been identified as being involved in a coordinated truck price fixing cartel. RHA chief executive Richard Burnett said, “As the representative body with sole responsibility for UK road freight operators, we consider … [Read more...]
Crafter takes to the streets
There is an all new Volkswagen Crafter van on the streets. The clear objective when designing and engineering the all-new Crafter was to produce a customer-focused transport solution, offering high economy and low total cost of ownership. To that end it was developed precisely in line with the specific demands and requirements of various user groups and will achieve … [Read more...]
Lorry makers have been taking Europe for a ride
Leading international automotive economist Prof Garel Rhys has been looking behind the scenes of the latest price fixing by major lorry makers and its implications for all of us, with some shocking fines for the truck makers The medium and heavy commercial vehicle makers in the European Union enjoy considerable tariff protection of around 22% in comparison to the car makers … [Read more...]
Olympic Welshman boxes clever with Mercedes-Benz Vito
Welsh Olympic boxing contender Joe Cordina has one word to describe his Mercedes-Benz Vito – knockout! The 24-year-old Cardiff fighter is in the final stages of preparation for this summer’s Olympic Games in Brazil and training just became a great deal easier, because he has local Mercedes-Benz Dealer Euro Commercials in his corner. The Cardiff-based company, which also has outlets in … [Read more...]
Trade lines 20 July
BCA has reported an upturn in auction sales values for soft tops for June 2016 compared to the previous month. According to the latest BCA Pulse report, average convertible values at BCA rose by over £1,000 on the back of increased demand, reaching £10,314 in June, compared to £9,288 in May – an increase month-on-month of 11.05% and average prices also improved year-on-year, rising by 4.95% … [Read more...]
Commercial test: Toyota Hilux 2016
The Toyota Hilux has been the mainstay of the global Pick-Up market for almost 50years. Launched in 1968 more than 18 million have been sold worldwide. To date and closer to home in 2015 the top selling Hilux range sold 34,000 units in Europe representing 23.1% of the market sector. Specifically in the UK in 2015 the Hilux models sold a sector leading 8,642 units in an … [Read more...]
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Wales has one of the quietest roads in Britain. Department of Transport said the A481 between Builth Wells and the A44 north of Llanfiangel nant Melan is the least used in Wales and was second only in traffic to the A897 in the Scottish Highlands, Avis reports. Bus lane offences and fines have risen in Cardiff. In May, 6,855 tickets were issued, nearly 466 above those in April, for … [Read more...]