Story: COLIN DAWSON WHETHER you like a blast of heavy rock, a spot of hip-hop, the soothing tones of classical music or you’re addicted to talk radio, it’s good to have some entertainment while you’re behind the wheel. And Digital Audio Broadcasting offers crystal-clear reception of national and regional radio stations, allowing van drivers to enjoy high-quality radio [...]
OCTOBER 2012: Nissan's Navara Tekna is just the job for businesses that need a load lugger with a touch of class.
OCTOBER 2012:Load handling conversions keep drivers safe, and make your business more efficient.
Load lifting conversions are widely available for panel vans.
As well as protecting your drivers they save time and prevent damage to loads.
Story: COLIN DAWSON MAKING multiple drops mostly in city and town locations is tough on fuel consumption. Reducing CO2 emissions and improving mileage is a major consideration for any tradesman or small to medium business running vans. Aftermarket parts supply company FPS supplies 2,500 motor trade-based clients, making up to six deliveries a day between a network of [...]
Story: COLIN DAWSON IT’S DEFINITELY a bonus when your van helps to get your business noticed. So when Nottingham-based brickwork firm Barnes & West ordered two short-wheelbase and one long-wheelbase Transit Connect models with internal modifications and eye-catching livery, Ford's ‘one-stop shop' provided the perfect solution. The vans were specified in vibrant Mars red, a standard Ford [...]
OCTOBER 2012: Will heavyweight vans be subject to Operator Licences? You need to know about these changes.
OCTOBER 2012: VW is adding value-for money extras packs to small business favourites.
OCTOBER 2012: All new medium-duty van that will replace the HiAce.
OCTOBER 2012: Theft from vans can seriously damage your business. Nissan is fighting back.
Story: COLIN DAWSON HOW do you fancy a Volkswagen Caddy or Transporter with a host of desirable extras as standard? Well, to offer customers better value for money, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has introduced high-specification Trendline and Highline models across its Caddy and Transporter ranges. The new Caddy Trendline gains specification worth up to £1,555 (ex-VAT), but costs only [...]
The new Toyota is based on a Peugeot/Citroen platform and will be built in Europe.
Two different lengths and heights will be available with capacities of 5-7 cubic metres.
Story: COLIN DAWSON THERE’S nothing worse than losing your stock, the tools of your trade – or even your van – to some thieving oik. Not only is it a huge pain, it could seriously jeapodise your livelihood. If the low-lifes can’t keep their hands off your van, then security is of prime importance. So it’s good news [...]
OCTOBER 2012: The striking new Korando Sports pick-up starts at a business pleasing £14,621 (ex VAT). And it does 38mpg.
OCTOBER 2012: This is a cracking addition - extra low first for laden hill-starts, and long legs for economical cruising.
