Auction centres are full of stock and staging very large sales, in many cases with more than 400 vehicles entered THE used LCV market is likely to remain steady until the end of September, thanks in part to the good weather much of the UK has enjoyed since July, according to Tim Spencer, commercial vehicle manager at Manheim [...]
The Rexton CS offers a large load area and permanent four-wheel-drive WHETHER or not ‘green shoots of recovery’ for the UK economy are in evidence, it’s still vital for small businesses and trades people to keep a sharp eye on outgoings, especially when LCV running costs form a significant part of your business outlay. If you’re about to [...]
The latest Trafficmaster Smartnav system has a larger, higher-resolution colour screen to give greater clarity for the map display, as well the system's functions, displayed across the bottom THERE’s a good chance that your business vans are already equipped with satnav – its obvious advantages are in saving money by finding the best routes to a job, and [...]
Hire rates aren't the only consideration when it comes to van rental DO you rent vans for your business? If the answer’s yes, then how can you be sure you’re getting the best service and value for money? The most likely first consideration – daily or monthly rate – is not the only factor. According to rental company [...]
The FTA wants national guidelines on applying the new penalties to avoid 'summary justice' TRADES people and van operators need to ensure drivers are aware of the new fixed-penalty regime for careless driving offences, introduced on 16 August. Middle-lane hogging and tailgating now attract an on-the-spot fine of £100 and three licence penalty points. Guidelines are needed to [...]
If you want a dependable and capacious panel van with fit to burst pulling power, then the Fiat Ducato could be the van for you. Here's the Business Vans Fiat Ducato review
IS this any way to treat a Volkswagen panel van? Well, why not in the holiday season? This is what one of the people we follow on Twitter has done to their van: the #hotelduvan! How have you converted your van? And is there scope for pastel coloured shades on the plylining? Let us know! @Business_Van not a bad idea. [...]
Middle lane hoggers face £100 fine FROM August 16, drivers who 'hog' the middle lane face an on-the-spot fine of £100 and 3 points on their license. High time many van drivers will say. The new fixed penalty will also apply to tailgating. More serious cases of careless and negligent driving will still be taken to court [...]
BCA Commercial Pulse says the average July figure of £4772 for all LCVs showed a small increase of just £6 compared with June NEW van sales fell back in July but there’s still a call for good used examples. Demand from professional buyers remains comparatively high, despite the market being traditionally slow at this time of year. According [...]
The driver receives a code by text message that will open a locker in which the keys for the allocated vehicle are stored VAN operators know only too well what a pain in the backside it can be keeping van keys safe and ensuring drivers have access to the right keys – especially if called for out of [...]
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is offers customers a free brake fluid change and visual health check MAKE no mistake – your van’s brakes are where the operational safety of your vehicle begins. So here’s a good deal for businesses and tradespeople who run Volkswagen vans. A free brake fluid change – worth £40 – is on offer from [...]
Auto Styling Truckman managing director Mike Wheeler: “We have enjoyed an excellent relationship with Toyota GB and our hardtops have become popular with Hilux owners in both commercial and leisure markets IF you run a Toyota Hilux for your business, you’ll be pleased to hear a wide selection of hardtops, designed specifically for the UK’s best-selling pick-up, is [...]
Get a shift on - there's low finance on Renault Master panel van and chassis cab models with the Renault Trucks' LCV Summer Sizzlers promotion IF you’re in the market for a large panel van, then check out the finance deals from Renault Trucks – called ‘LCV Summer Sizzlers'. The LCV Summer Sizzlers deals include finance over three [...]
Perhaps an extreme example but no doubt VOSA would argue that this is precisely what the law is there to prevent OUT of adversity comes opportunity, said Benjamin Franklin, one of the founding fathers of the United States of America. David Carruthers, a director at Tholos Technology, probably wasn’t thinking that at the time when he was stopped [...]
1 in 5 vans is overloaded according to VOSA. The fines are hefty, and you're in court if your van is 30% over weight ONE fifth of all vans on the road is overloaded. A scary stat from VOSA, the Vehicle Operator and Services Agency. VOSA, which has the power to ensure vans are legally compliant, says that [...]
