Ford unveils new-generation Transits
Deliveries of the new van will start in 2013.
.And Ford is promising that they will 'carry more, work harder, last longer and cost less to operate' than the existing workhorse.
Iconic Truckman tops maker celebrates anniversary
Story: COLIN DAWSON Truckman hardtops are particularly popular with commercial users of pick-up trucks in sectors such as agriculture, construction, emergency services and utilities. And demand is said to be growing also from SMEs and sole traders who are using the hardtops to increase kerb-appeal of their pick-up trucks as well as the versatility of the vehicles. Now Auto [...]
Mercedes-Benz’s versatile new Citan van due early next year
Story: COLIN DAWSON Mercedes-Benz’s new small van – the Citan – is due in UK showrooms in 2013. Three Citan models will be available – Panel Van, Dualiner and Traveliner. Despite assertions that it's a true Mercedes‑Benz, the Citan is based on the Renault Kangoo. The two-seater Panel Van model will be available in Compact (3.9m), Long (4.3m) and [...]
Movano passes the screen test
Story: COLIN DAWSON Independent vehicle glass replacement company National Windscreens has taken on 24 Vauxhall Movano vans for use with the company’s nationwide windscreen repair and replacement service. Six of the 24 Movanos, in L1 H1 FWD 2.3 CDTi (100ps) manual specification, are already on the road in service around Britain. The vans were supplied by Vauxhall retailer [...]
Business van managers urged to support Road Safety Week
Story: COLIN DAWSON Road Safety Week provides the perfect opportunity for business van managers to promote safe driving to staff, reinforce a safe driving culture, launch new fleet safety activities, and demonstrate commitment to safe and responsible road use, says the event co-ordinator, road safety charity Brake. According to Brake, the event, which runs from 19-25 November, involves thousands [...]
Goodyear launches information campaign on winter road safety
Story: COLIN DAWSON Extensive periods of snow and ice are not the norm in the British Isles but, according to tyre manufacturer Goodyear Dunlop, recent statistics showed 568 accidents involving goods vehicles in the UK were the result of such weather conditions. In response, the company has launched a campaign to inform commercial vehicle and fleet owners of [...]
Nissan NV400 – practical versatility with a distinctive face
The heavy end of Nissan's range.
And comfortable too - well equipped cab has aircon and plenty of storage space.
