Vans
Rental company drivers gain exemption from tachograph burden
Rental company drivers delivering, collecting or moving empty minibuses and commercial vehicles will no longer be required to record their driving hours on a tachograph.
Cabbies strike it rich in national prize draw
Taxi drivers Masaud Iqbal and Paul Foster are celebrating having scooped £2,500 in cash prizes as part of a national prize draw. The prizes were awarded as part of a test drive promotion organised by LTI Vehicles. Cabbies from across the country were invited by LTI Vehicles’ national network of nine dealerships to test drive the latest version of the world famous taxi – the TX4.
CCTV scheme hailed a success
The use of CCTV cameras in Liverpool’s black cabs has been declared a resounding success by leading taxi dealership, Taxifix Ltd.
Jackie Ickx takes to the road in a Volkswagen California
The former Formula One driver and racing legend Jackie Ickx has taken delivery of a Volkswagen California camper and is planning to travel extensively around Europe and internationally in it to attend and compete in a variety of motor rallies and cross-country events.
London taxi connects businesses to London
Think London, the foreign direct investment agency for London, has chosen the latest model of the London style taxi to promote the world’s most exciting city to international businesses.
Citroen’s well appointed Nemo & Berlingo ranges
Citroen has now confirmed full details and option availability of the new Nemo and Berlingo ranges, which bring to their respective sectors the benefits of innovative design and comprehensive standard specification.
Top class residual values predicted for Citroen Nemo & Berlingo
Independent industry experts CAP, predict that the recently launched Citroen Nemo and Berlingo vans will be established as residual value leaders in their respective classes.
Commercial vehicle specialist dealers to back Citroen’s new range
To provide an enhanced level of sales and aftersales service and to complement Citroen’s newly expanded six-strong LCV range, a core of new Citroen Commercial Vehicle Specialist Dealers have been appointed, with more to follow. Strategically placed throughout the UK, these new Commercial Vehicle Specialist Dealers have been appointed by Citroen from its existing UK dealer network to provide an expanded range of facilities for Citroen’s LCV customers.
Iveco launches Rugby Radio Online: Face the Challenge
Iveco has launched a new website called Iveco Rugby Radio (ivecorugbyradio.co.uk) which is the first web radio station dedicated to rugby union.
Volkswagen Caddy EcoFuel at Green-Car-Guide Live!
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is set to exhibit a prototype of its gas-powered Caddy EcoFuel at Green-Car-Guide Live! 2008, a one-day-only Green Motor Show in Liverpool on 12th June showcasing the latest energy efficient vehicles.
TomTom WORK improves all-round performance of taxi firm
A significant competitive advantage in a fiercely-fought local market along with overall business performance improvements are being enjoyed by a Cannock taxi firm thanks to the use of TomTom WORK.
TomTom WORK helps Bristol airport improve efficiency
Significant savings in fuel costs, lower emissions levels, and more efficient use of its vehicles are resulting from a pioneering use of TomTom WORK’s vehicle tracking and fleet management system at Bristol International Airport.
Support role for Transporter at Irish International bike race
An eye-catching Volkswagen Transporter Sportline van played a high profile role as a support vehicle at Ireland’s recent North West 200 bike road race, which attracted over 150,000 spectators at the event plus web viewers from as far away as Venezuela, Tokyo, Moscow and Australia via live BBC web coverage.
Peugeot Expert Tepee supports South Yorkshire Police
South Yorkshire Police has recruited a new Expert to support its Firearms Support Group’s, ‘Operation Octave’. A Peugeot Expert to be precise, in 2.0HDi Tepee form with nine seats, has joined the team as it embarks on a tour of secondary schools in South Yorkshire, warning pupils of the dangers connected with carrying guns or knives.
Iveco floats a novel idea for its Daily 4x4
Iveco has completed an unusual journey using an experimental amphibious vehicle based on its Iveco Daily 4x4.