New Launches
Ford Transit ECOnetic Brief Test
We’ve been putting a SWB 100hp 2.2TDi Euro 5 Transit 280 ECOnetic through its paces… Read More
Renault Kangoo ZE 2011 European Launch
Renault is at the forefront of manufacturers offering a mass produced factory-built electric van… Read More
Fuso Canter 2011 European Launch
Fuso has completely revamped its range of light and heavy truck Canter chassis and chassis crew cabs… Read More
Iveco Daily 2011 European Launch
Iveco has introduced new, latest generation diesels to its Daily range, along with detail changes inside and out… Read More
Ford Transit 2011 European Launch
Ford takes the iconic Transit to the next stage with an all-new range of 2.2-litre Euro 5 diesels… Read More
Volkswagen Crafter 2011 UK Launch
VW’s large panel van has undergone a serious makeover with changes to the front-end styling and the cab interior, as well as new Euro 5 diesels… Read More
Ford Transit Connect Electric Brief Test
We spent a day with the battery-powered Connect to get a better idea of what it’s like to live with in its natural, urban environment. Read More
Mercedes-Benz Vito E-CELL Brief Test
Currently undergoing trials with selected fleet customers in the UK, we managed to get behind the wheel of a battery-powered Vito E-CELL… Read More
Volkswagen Crafter 2011 European Launch
Volkswagen’s Crafter has undergone a midlife makeover and gets a new front-end along with new Euro 5 engines… Read More
Volkswagen Amarok UK Launch
The Amarok one tonne pick-up is a Volkswagen from the ground up and from launch is available as a four-wheel drive double cab with a choice of three… Read More
Van Accessories and Services News
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21 February 2012DfT names first eligible electric grant vans
The Department for Transport has released the list of the first seven vans eligible for the Plug-in Electric Van Grant… -
17 February 2012FTA calls for urgent fuel duty cut
The Freight Transport Association is calling on the Chancellor to slash fuel duty by at least 5p/litre… -
16 February 2012GRP’s ENVIRON-lite available for test drives
Conversion company GRP has announced that its latest reduced-weight refrigerated demonstrator is up and running… -
16 February 2012Greenroad launches Elite driver initiative
GreenRoad has announced a new driver excellence programme called Fleet Elite… -
14 February 2012Citroën upgrades standard-fit LCV telematics
Trafficmaster’s Smartnav and Trackstar package fitted to Citroën’s Berlingo, Dispatch and Relay enhanced for 2012… -
13 February 2012January used van values show slight rise
Figures from Manheim Remarketing reveal that average used van values rose by 1.1 per cent in January… -
13 February 2012Keyfuels launches expanded web site
National fuel card and fuel management supplier Keyfuels has redesigned its web site and increased usability… -
07 February 2012Avon introduces new AV11 panel van tyre
The R-rated AV11, developed specifically for panel vans, has joined Avon’s range of LCV tyres… -
02 February 2012Report predicts used LCV supply gap
A new report from British Car Auctions suggests a lack of cheaper, good quality used LCVs in the coming years… -
30 January 2012Isotrak opens its doors for LGV fleet forum
Telematics and vehicle tracking company Isotrak is inviting fleet operators to an LGV forum at its Milton Keynes HQ… -
30 January 2012CAP warns of latent Euro 5 residual woes
Used van pricing specialist, CAP, has warned that the fitment of DPFs to Euro 5 diesels may affect residual values… -
27 January 2012Merc Sprinter Cat protection from Maple
Maple Fleet Services has launched CatSecure, designed to stop Catalytic Converter theft from Sprinters… -
26 January 2012Supertrucks partners with Glass Racking Co
UK glass transportation specialist Supertrucks has teamed up with New Zealand-based The Glass Racking Company… -
26 January 2012Used van values hold up well in 2011
Manheim Remarketing reports average used van prices fell by 1.3 per cent in 2011, despite increases in age and mileage… -
25 January 2012GreenRoad joins Van Excellence scheme
Driver training specialist GreenRoad is the latest company to gain accreditation for the FTA’s Van Excellence initiative… -
24 January 2012TomTom provides traffic information for AA
TomTom has entered into a partnership to supply the AA with real-time traffic information for its Traffic News web site… -
20 January 2012Rubbish mountain goes to auction
Manheim removes more than 25,000 cubic metres of rubbish annually from commercial vehicles going to auction… -
19 January 2012O-Licensing coming to Northern Ireland
Minister confirms to FTA that Operator Licenses will be introduced in Northern Ireland from April… -
16 January 2012More forecourts to take euroShell fuel card
Shell has done a deal with Valero Energy to allow euroShell fuel cards to be accepted at Texaco service stations… -
09 January 2012Transit gets new dealer-fit Cobra alarm
Cobra has begun supplying a new Thatcham Cat 1 alarm to Ford dealers specifically designed for the Transit… -
05 January 2012Autoglass develops new glass repair resin
The vehicle glass repair and replacement specialist is introducing a stronger and longer-lasting windscreen repair resin… -
19 December 2011Covent Garden Market success for Paneltex
Specialist bodybuilder Paneltex has completed a rewarding two days demonstrating products to traders… -
14 December 2011Carrier Transicold launches new Pulsor range
The refrigeration specialist has introduced a new range of units designed specifically for light commercial vehicles… -
12 December 2011SMMT updates Towing and the Law Guide
The Society of Manufacturers & Traders has released the sixth edition of its guide aimed at anyone towing up to 3.5 tonnes… -
09 December 2011GE Capital takes on EV demonstrators
Two Azure Ford Transit Connect Electric vans have been bought by the Fleet Services division of GE Capital… -
09 December 2011Low Emission Zone warning from Manheim
Manheim Remarketing says the impact of the new London Low Emission Zone standards should not be underestimated… -
24 November 2011TomTom expands WEBFLEET useability
TomTom Business Solutions has added maintenance reminders and launched smart phone apps for its telematics package… -
23 November 2011Tough times for used van buyers in 2012
Manheim Remarketing is warning that used van buyers will find the marketplace tough next year as demand outstrips supply… -
18 November 2011Tyre performance labelling one year away
From November 2012 it will be a legal requirement in the EU for all tyres to carry stickers showing performance information… -
18 November 2011Drivers should prepare for the worst this winter
Drivers could be facing the worst road conditions in decades as harsh winter weather combines with road maintenance budget cuts… -
16 November 2011Damage limitation needed on LCVs
BCA has revealed the potential cost of repairing damage on light commercials presented at auction is on the rise… -
10 November 2011Used van values remain strong in October
British Car Auctions and Manheim Remarketing report sustained high values for used light commercials… -
28 October 2011British Gas fits Continental winter tyres
Following extensive testing British Gas has standardised the fitment of Continental winter tyres on its car-derived vans… -
24 October 2011Microlise updates in-cab telematics module
Telematics provider Microlise is launching the fourth generation of its in-cab Driver Communications Module (DCM4) in November… -
18 October 2011Used LCV prices hit 16-month high
Average used LCV values reached their highest point for 16 months in September, according to BCA… -
14 October 2011DHL attains FTA Van Excellence status
DHL Express is the UK’s first logistics company to receive accreditation under the FTA’s Van Excellence scheme… -
14 October 2011New Iveco Daily to offer TomTom sat nav
When the next generation Daily goes on sale in November it will be available with a semi-integrated TomTom sat nav system… -
10 October 2011ATS confirms CV Show 2012 attendance
Tyre and vehicle servicing specialist ATS Euromaster has announced that it will be exhibiting at the Commercial Vehicle Show 2012… -
10 October 2011Mercedes vans get a grip with winter tyres
With severe weather forecast for this winter, Merc dealers are offing a full winter tyre service for its van customers… -
30 September 2011Abel & Cole remains cool thanks to Hubbard
Online organic vegetable retailer Abel & Cole expands delivery fleet with 20 Dailys featuring Hubbard reefer kit… -
05 September 2011Van livery wrapped up on new 3M web site
3M may not print and apply van liveries, but it supplies vinyls and kit to the majority of companies that do… -
03 August 2011EV charging network set for motorway coverage
Ecotricity is in the process of setting up free charging points for electric vehicles at Welcome Break motorway services… -
27 July 2011Balfour Beatty gets Van Excellence accreditation
Balfour Beatty is the latest addition to the growing list of companies awarded Van Excellence status in the FTA-run programme… -
22 July 2011FTA welcomes new tachograph proposals
The European Commission has published new, more user-friendly tachograph proposals… -
19 July 2011MiX off-loads vehicle conversion business
Telematics company MiX has sold the vehicle conversion side of its business to dealer group Imperial Commercials… -
06 July 2011Continuous Insurance Enforcement goes live
New set of motor insurance regulations for all vehicles introduced by the government… -
17 June 2011Vauxhall takes top honours in security awards
2011 British Insurance Vehicle Security Awards name Vauxhall as the best overall van manufacturer… -
14 June 2011Cold weather tyres forecast for this winter
A meteorologist is predicting record-breaking snowfall and low temperatures for winter 2011/2012… -
02 June 2011Courier clocks-up 350k miles on set of Michelins
A UK-based van courier managed to clock-up an amazing 350,000 miles on a set of Michelin Agilis tyres… -
02 June 2011Goodyear Dunlop gets a grip with Sprinters
The tyre manufacturer has switched to Merc Sprinters for its TruckForce mobile truck tyre and breakdown service… -
27 May 2011Cobra handsfree gets thumbs-up from Renault
Renault is now offering the Cobra NSV handsfree Bluetooth phone kit as an optional extra… -
23 May 2011ATS Euromaster takes wraps off new livery
Tyre specialist ATS is applying a new, higher visibility livery to all new LCVs joining its mobile fleet… -
19 May 2011Chilled-out couriers rely on Somers to deliver
BW Refrigerated Couriers has taken delivery of seven Merc Sprinters featuring Somers refrigerated conversions… -
16 May 2011AA puts its faith in Ford Transit
The AA has doubled its 2010 Transit order by signing a deal for 500 Transits to be delivered in 2011… -
04 May 2011Real-time eco driving feedback from TomTom
TomTom Business Solutions brings ‘live’ driving economy info to Pro range and Webfleet application… -
28 April 2011Northgate simplifies customer web interface
Northgate Vehicle Hire has launched a new web site to make life easier for all its customers… -
01 April 2011Renault Trucks joins CoPilot for NavTruck
Renault NavTruck is a turn-by-turn sat nav app based on ALK’s CoPilot Live Truck software… -
23 March 2011Real-world CO2 emissions courtesy of Trakm8
Telematics supplier Trakm8 will be demonstrating its CO2 emissions software at the this year’s CV Show… -
22 March 2011CV Show launch for ‘Ultimate’ van door lock
Locks4Vans will unveil its ‘Ultimate’ van door lock to the UK public at the CV Show in April... -
23 February 2011Delphi puts an end to silent electric vehicles
Delphi Automotive has developed two ‘sounders’ to make EVs and Hybrids more audible... -
10 February 2011Iveco and Paneltex join forces for Abel & Cole
Organic food delivery specialist switches to Daily chassis cabs with Paneltex refrigerated bodies... -
09 February 2011Northgate celebrates landmark 30th birthday
The UK’s largest vehicle hire company can trace its north eastern roots all the way back to 1981... -
03 February 2011Modul-System goes on Irish road trip
Racking specialist Tevo has been across the water to highlight its latest modular racking system... -
02 February 2011Fuelcard People supports Van Best Practice
The Fuelcard People is the first fuel card supplier to support Van Best Practice initiative publicly... -
19 January 2011Road train driving project up and running
EU taxpayer-funded ‘platooning’ driving concept undergoes field tests and the technology passes muster... -
21 December 2010Ten-year lifespan for latest generation batteries
Smith Electric claims that latest Lithium-ion batteries should lead productive life for at least a decade... -
18 December 2010Ricardo develops Euro 5 diesel for Piaggio Porter
Piaggio and UK engineering specialists Ricardo have joined forces to produce a low carbon two-cylinder 1.2-litre diesel… -
12 December 2010Government issues incorrect winter tyre advice
Transport Secretary shows complete lack of understanding about the benefits of winter tyres... -
06 December 2010TomTom taking care of business for large vans
PRO 7100 Truck sat nav takes vehicle dimensions into account and covers more European countries... -
03 December 2010Check UK traffic and road conditions with Tracker
During the cold snap it’s worth visiting the Tracker web site before leaving home to find out what lies ahead... -
01 December 2010Coyote speed camera alert system comes to UK
Used by over 600,000 drivers in mainland Europe, the Mini Coyote V2 has reached this side of the Channel... -
28 October 2010Pick-up ladder racks extend AluRack range
Bespoke lightweight ‘roof’ racks for one tonne pick-ups have been added to AluRack’s line-up... -
20 June 2010It's the GreenRoad for Balfour Beatty
It's the GreenRoad for Balfour Beatty Balfour Beatty Utility Solutions (BBUS) is to roll-out GreenRoad’s 360 driver safety and efficiency service across its… -
06 June 2010Integrated fuel management from Shell
Integrated fuel management from Shell Shell has introduced a new fuel management initiative which automatically links its fuel card transactions with vehicle… -
10 March 2010Kinishi adds biometric ID to FleetSure
Kinishi adds biometric ID to FleetSure Telematics specialists Kinishi is now offering remotely managed fingerprint identification as an option for its… -
18 November 2009Penny gets Volkswagen Converter approval
Penny gets Volkswagen Converter approval Manual handling specialists Penny Hydraulics has achieved Accredited Converter status with Volkswagen Commercial…
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Manheim: Used Van Market 2011
Manheim Remarketing reports on used van values and trends in 2011… Read More
Iveco: State of the Nation 2012
The Italian van and truck manufacturer takes a look back at the 2011 UK van market… Read More
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Environmentally-friendly transport can be fun, as we discovered courtesy of a Transit Connect Electric… Read More
Euro 5 Switchover
There’s a flurry of activity in the 3.5 tonne panel van market and the reason is the impending October deadline for new vans to meet Euro 5 emissions levels… Read More
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