The Citan was supplied, along with a Vito 113 CDI Compact, by Hatfield dealer S & B Commercials. Both are now operating as service vans in and around London transporting equipment from depots to field locations. Launched in January, the Citan marks the entry of Mercedes-Benz into the small van market, achieving up to 65.7mpg […]
In its submission to HM Treasury, the FTA has cautioned George Osborne that investment in transport infrastructure and creating the right climate for private sector investment is the way to stimulate growth in the wider economy. The association added that this will also ensure that transport infrastructure networks can cope with changing demands once there […]
The EEA data, which covers 1.1 million new vans sold in the EU, shows that the average van sold emitted 180.3g/km – slightly higher than the 175g/km target which is to be met by 2017 and 18.5% above the limit of 147g/km by 2020. In response, the EEA says that van makers will need to use […]
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Royal Devon and Exeter (RD&E) purchased a 3.5t Ashwoods Hybrid Transit from Ashwoods Automotive and is using the vehicle for hospital courier transport. The vehicle is up to 25% more fuel efficient than a standard diesel van. This means the vehicle delivers a return on investment after the first 20,000 miles. And, thanks to a […]
Crown Paints runs a fleet of 100 delivery vehicles and previously used mobile phones to ensure it could be in regular contact with its drivers, and that its drivers, in turn, could easily get in contact with the stores and with key customers. The company selected the Optimatics mobile workforce management solution to update its […]
The Speedy order – comprising 380 Ford Transit vans, including new Transit Custom models, and 20 Ford Ranger pick-ups – will be operated through 283 fixed Speedy sites throughout the UK. The company, a leading provider of equipment rental and support services, has an 18-year association with Ford. Speedy logistics director, Richard Martin, said: ‘Our […]
The development will form part of Gasrec’s planned network of refuelling stations which will be located near motorway junctions and follows the official opening of Gasrec’s first bio-LNG refuelling station at Daventry in May. Gasrec is Europe’s largest supplier of Bio-LNG; a blend of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and liquid biomethane (LBM). LBM is a […]
With a total of 44 vehicles and branches throughout Glasgow, Hugh Scott Builders & Slaters' customers include property managers, letting agents and housing associations. Using the Fleetmatics “Live Fleet” function, the company is able to observe the location of each vehicle and is alerted to any poor driving behaviour. All information is available immediately through […]
The report shows that during May the average values of used LCV’s at auction across the board fell from £4,497 to £4,322, equivalent to a -4% decrease between April and May. With mileage and age also having risen over the month, it is testament to the underlying strength of the marketplace that demand held up […]
Mulgrew's trucks wear a distinctive livery and are a common sight on the roads of Ireland. Although its fleet has been dominated in recent years by Scania, the all-round performance of the Actros demonstration unit persuaded Mulgrew Haulage to invest in its first Mercedes-Benz tractors for 20 years. The new Actros boasts features including GigaSpace […]
