Vans
Nissan NV2500 Concept makes world debut
Nissan has unveiled the Nissan NV2500 Concept at a media event at its Nissan Technical Center North America’s (NTCNA) Michigan headquarters. The NV2500 Concept provides an original take on Commercial Vehicle (CV) design, as well as providing a preview of Nissan’s entry into the CV market in North America.
Unique Mojo Ford Transit seats to be auctioned for War Child
Two unique Ford Transit seats, designed for Mojo music magazine's 2008 Honours List awards event and autographed by an impressive collection of music industry stars including Duffy, John Martyn, Paul Weller and Phil Collins will be auctioned in the run up to Christmas 2008, with all proceeds going to the War Child charity.
Ford collects ultimate Fleet Van Award
Ford claimed the ultimate accolade at the inaugural Fleet Van Awards ceremony this week - Van Manufacturer of the Year. The award was based on a recent survey conducted by Fleet News on more than 169,000 vans.
Quality used vehicles from LTI vehicles
For the best deals on quality used TX1’s, TXII’s and TX4’s head down to LTI Vehicles’ network of UK dealerships.
Citroen Berlingo - Van of the Year
Citroen has swept the board at the Fleet Van Awards, with judges singling out the Company for no less than three of the top honours.
Hi 5 for Glasgow cabbie
Glasgow cabbie and fleet operator John Joyce has shunned other vehicles in favour of the iconic London Taxi from LTI Vehicles.
Online tool provides useful comparison of LCV CO2 emissions
The BVRLA has launched a new CO2 tool on its website, enabling operators to compare the emissions of different vans.
Durability and flexibility help Sortimo clean up on contract
Van racking specialist Sortimo has cleaned up on winning a contract thanks to the durability of its product and the company’s flexibility on installation.
Hendy Group maximises its business
One of the south of England’s leading automotive specialists, the Hendy Group, has strengthened its customer offering by introducing the LDV MAXUS Van Rental programme to its vehicle hire division.
Mondial gains Fiat Professional approval
Mondial Assistance has been chosen by Fiat Professional to offer service and repairs to its motorhomes and light commercial vehicles. The new partnership will see Mondial’s fleet maintenance and training centre expand into a retail and customer service centre to become Assist Warrington, delivering a premium Fiat branded service with a focus on customer care.
Safety is key for female taxi driver
Working in a safe and secure environment is of paramount importance to taxi driver Julie McColgan. As one of only a handful of females operating as a licensed driver in Manchester, she is only too aware of the dangers that are associated with unruly and violent passengers.
LTI’s Sophia is named Apprentice of the Year
Iconic London Taxi manufacturers LTI are celebrating the news that one of their bright young sparks has been pronounced as apprentice of the year at the EEF Annual Engineering Apprentice of the Year Awards 2008.
Market analysis for vans puts current market in perspective
Manheim’s new three-year Market Analysis for Vans reports that whilst average van sales values did fall during Q3 2008, when compared with the same period in each of the previous three years, the fall in values has been less significant than recent industry speculation has suggested.
Ducato production passes the two million mark
The two millionth Ducato van has just rolled off the production line at Sevel, in Val di Sangro, Italy, continuing the remarkable story of Fiat Professional’s much loved commercial vehicle.
LDV Maxus drives van hire forward
Lincoln-based LDV dealership, Ford and Slater, is celebrating after supplying 20 MAXUS vehicles to a local van hire company in just one year.