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Neil McIntee (1955-2020) – Obituary
Fleet World Group is deeply saddened to report the passing of friend and colleague Neil McIntee, following a short battle with cancer.
Dan has been a commercial vehicle and construction equipment journalist for almost 30 years. An automotive engineer and former fleet manager, he has driven almost every van, pickup and truck that has been launched in Europe over that time. As editor of VFW, his aim is to keep readers up to date with the latest developments in the light commercial world.
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by Dan Gilkes
Fleet World Group is deeply saddened to report the passing of friend and colleague Neil McIntee, following a short battle with cancer.
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If you are looking for the ultimate Vauxhall Vivaro, look no further, says Dan Gilkes. While the majority of fleet managers will limit their van searches to the hard-working end of a model range, there are those who will be seeking a little bit more power and a higher level of comfort and equipment. Indeed, […]
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Without the alloys and leather trim, Mitsubishi’s L200 proves its hard-working truck credentials, says Dan Gilkes.
by Dan Gilkes
All-terrain access and towing ability doesn’t get much more comfortable than a Discovery, says Dan Gilkes.
by Dan Gilkes
The UK pickup market may have dipped in 2019, but Mitsubishi has had its best year for truck sales since 2007, with a 9.5% increase in L200 registrations. As the L200 makes up more than 30% of Mitsubishi’s overall UK sales, its success is a major contributor to the health of the company.
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All-terrain ability is not just useful when it snows and there are plenty of fleets for whom a 4×4 driveline is a necessity rather than a luxury. Dan Gilkes braves the mud to assess the market.
by Dan Gilkes
With an updated Ducato and an electric model on the way, Fiat Professional’s country manager Richard Chamberlain is feeling positive, says Dan Gilkes.
by Dan Gilkes
Volkswagen has updated its Transporter van, with a host of driver assistance systems. The T6.1 gets a new radiator grille and front bumper, updated tail lights and an overhauled interior, offering improved comfort and usability. The vans also pioneer a new generation of mobile online services (MOS) under the We Connect and We Connect Fleet […]
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Ford uncovers Nugget After years of converters building camper vans and motorhomes on Ford light commercial chassis, the manufacturer is to offer its own model, with the Transit Custom Nugget. Converted by popular German camper firm Westfalia, the Nugget will go head to head with Ford’s LCV partner Volkswagen’s Transporter-based California. The van will be […]
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Mercedes-Benz Vans is making it easier for bodybuilders to work with its vans and chassis, says Dan Gilkes.