Fast-growing waste management specialist GD Environmental Services is running its first examples from the all-new Mercedes-Benz Arocs truck range. The Newport-based operator has already commissioned two new trucks, a 26-tonne Arocs 2540L and an 18-tonne 1824K, from local Dealer Euro Commercials (South Wales). Two more – a second Arocs 2540L and a 32-tonne … [Read more...]
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Fleets will connect with technology to cut risks in future
British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association says technology will have a huge impact on the way the fleet industry chooses, operates and manages its vehicles. Findings from the Fleet Technology survey show that 45% of fleets consider themselves to be early adopters of new automotive technology. A further 47% would describe themselves as taking a … [Read more...]
Vito van now with zero-APR option
The versatile Mercedes-Benz Vito is now available for the first time with 0% APR and a £500 finance deposit contribution. The Vito offer is available across all models, including: Panel van, which can house up to three Europallets; Dualiner, with room for up to six people and plenty of cargo; and Traveliner and Shuttle variants, with up to three rows of … [Read more...]
What’s driving the UK insane?
A survey carried out by The Van Discount Company, revealed an alarming insight into the way in which people deal with road rage in the UK. The survey questioned 500 road users aged over 18 and looked at how road rage experiences differed across age, gender and the vehicles involved. The results showed that out of 54% of people who had experienced road … [Read more...]
Newslines
Vauxhall is preparing to add a second shift and increase output of Vivaro commercial vans nearly 50% at its factory in Luton. Vauxhall Managing Director Tim Tozer said Luton will hire about 400 workers and boost annual Vivaro output to 67,000 units from the current 45,000 units and currently exports half the vehicles it makes but Tozer said the ratio will … [Read more...]
Mercedes-Benz Citan grows with Traveliner
A new extra-long Traveliner variant of the Mercedes-Benz Citan urban delivery van will soon be available to order, with a total of seven seats, offering outstanding flexibility. The new variant is ideal for alternating between carrying crew and cargo in commercial applications, use as a taxi, or for a mix of professional and private use: as a highly … [Read more...]
New Vauxhall Vivaro is better deal than predecessor
Vauxhall's Luton-built Vivaro is on sale now with list prices starting from £17,995 excluding VAT – that's £450 less than the outgoing model. With first deliveries expected in September, the lynch pin of Vauxhall's multi award-winning van range is available now in two trim levels: Vivaro and Vivaro Sportive, and four body styles: panel van, double cab, … [Read more...]
Nissan electric van arrives in July from £16,500
The revolutionary Nissan e-NV200 100% electric van that will change the LCV market forever will hit UK roads in July from just over £16,500, plus taxes. The trailblazing model combines the exceptional all-round capability and versatility of the Nissan NV200 – International Van of the Year 2010 – with a state-of-the-art all-electric drivetrain currently … [Read more...]
Ford Transit 2Tonne has bigger appeal
Britain’s best selling van has just got better than ever with the arrival of the Ford Transit two-tonne model. Fitted with the latest engines and gearboxes, the new series builds on the strength of its predecessors and offers reduced maintenance and running costs with improved warranties and the everyday benefits of larger capacity, easier access and more … [Read more...]
Broughton goes for growth with Euro Commercials
Cardiff-based fresh produce wholesaler and distributor Peter Broughton is going for growth in partnership with Mercedes-Benz Dealer Euro Commercials of South Wales. The family-owned company has seen a major increase in turnover in the last five years, after embarking on a strategy of expansion through acquisition – it recently completed the purchase of … [Read more...]
