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Welcome to July’s edition of Business Van Manager, the new web magazine aimed at small business van users.
How much of your working day is lost sitting in traffic? More than you think, according to a new survey by Europcar. It makes grim reading – one-third of every journey is spent at a frustrating standstill or a pathetic crawl. And it could get worse…
At least van makers are factoring the driver’s needs into their latest designs. The new Citroen Berlingo has satnav as standard – so you might be able to avoid the worst jams. And this month we test Britain’s favourite panel van – the Ford Transit – and driver comfort is among its most impressive features. We also test the new Fiat Fiorino, whose car-like handling makes it a pleasure to drive – providing you’re not stuck in a 10-mile tailback on the M6!
Mark Bursa - editor
A new survey by Europcar shows that one-third of every journey is spent in a traffic jam – so companies need to consider smarter options for business success.
Satnav and stolen vehicle tracking are fitted to every new Citroen Berlingo above the entry-level model. So don’t get lost or stuck in traffic again. More here.
Looking for a van with sporty looks and performance? Ford has just the thing with the Ford Transit Connect SportVan, to be launched this September.
Korean automaker SsangYong has launched LCV versions of its two off-road models – the Kyron and Rexton. The new 4x4 vans are UK-converted.
Britain’s top-selling panel van reaches its fourth incarnation, with major improvements in the cab and under the bonnet. But is Transit still king of the road?
Fiat’s new-style city van couples ultra-low emissions and excellent fuel economy with rewarding driving dynamics. It makes a winning formula.
Renting larger vans only when needed can reduce costs and increase flexibility, believes Neil McCrossan from Nexus. And make business more profitable.
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