Pick-ups. What does the future hold?

By |2021-04-30T09:27:13+01:00April 30th, 2021|Van News|

With the internal combustion engine ban coming into effect in just eight and half years, what does the future hold for this sector? The pick-up of the future is very much on the horizon and enthusiasts should have much to look forward to, albeit with some uncertainty. Glass’s Chief Commercial Vehicle Editor, Andy Picton, takes a closer look at the current situation and what could be coming our way.

Celebrating the ‘longevity and dependability’ of the VW Caddy – Glass’s Used Van Hero

By |2017-05-15T15:10:03+01:00May 15th, 2017|Van News|

THE VW Caddy - Glass’s Used Van Hero for May, is praised for its longevity and dependability with high specification examples in demand. Each month, Glass’s commercial vehicle editors hold a meeting to name the current Used Van Hero in the UK market – the model they believe offers versatility, economy and outstanding value for money. Andy Picton, chief commercial vehicle [...]

Used Van Hero tribute for Fiesta Van swansong

By |2017-03-13T13:36:49+00:00March 13th, 2017|Van News|

THE Ford Fiesta Van swansong is celebrated as Glass’s Used Van Hero for March - just before production of the "attractive little load lugger" ceases with the all-new Fiesta car range coming online. Each month, Glass’s Commercial Vehicle editors hold a meeting to name the current Used Van Hero in the UK market – the model they believe offers outstanding value [...]

‘Something for everyone’ Transit Custom is Glass’s Used Van Hero

By |2017-01-13T15:04:16+00:00January 13th, 2017|Van Chooser, Van News|

TRANSIT Custom is Glass's Used Van Hero for January  - because it's good looking and is available in a wide range of efficient and powerful engines and trims that offer something for everyone. So what are the key points? Why a hero? Great product, comprehensive range and wide dealer network When was it on sale? Replaced the old Transit 260/280 and [...]

‘Flexible and popular’ Renault Trafic is Glass’s Used Van Hero

By |2016-12-13T17:26:57+00:00December 13th, 2016|Van News|

THE  long-established Renault Trafic is Glass’s Used Van Hero in the latest accolade - flexible, popular and fresh-looking. Each month, Glass’s commercial vehicle editors hold a meeting to name their current Used Van Hero in the UK market – the model they believe offers outstanding value, quality and ability. Andy Picton, senior commercial vehicle editor,said: “The Trafic has been around [...]

Glass’s appoints Jayson Whittington as new commercial vehicle manager

By |2015-09-15T16:31:52+01:00August 4th, 2015|Van News|

THERE'S a major change at Glass's, the valuations experts. Longtime - of 28 years standing - CV expert George Alexander is departingm alon with leisure vehicles editor Randal Thomas, to be replaced by Jayson Whittington. Glass's has appointed Jayson Whittington to a new role:  manager of commercial vehicle and leisure valuations at Glass's. The new position will cover all commercial and [...]

Van clocking on the rise with leased vans

By |2015-09-15T16:31:53+01:00May 7th, 2015|Van News|

Clocking has moved from the motor trade into sophisticated companies hacking on-board computers to alter the milage What is van clocking? It's mileage fraud - the illegal practice of winding back the number of miles covered For vans on PCP deals or van leases who exceed stated mileage there is a penalty mileage clause Winding back the odometer [...]

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