Having met the initiative’s demanding standards, Northgate was recognised by the body for its safe, efficient and sustainable operation, which ensured that Northgate operates in accordance with the Van Excellence Code Commenting on the achievement, Gary Dean, UK technical support manager at Northgate Vehicle Hire, said: ‘Van safety and sustainable operations is a key focus […]
Speaking on behalf of the RHA, director of policy Jack Semple, said: ‘As we reach the end of the first five-ear period for Driver CPC, it is clear that the mainstream haulage industry has not only come to terms with the requirements but is becoming increasingly positive towards it. This report will give added confidence. […]
Powered by Vauxhall’s 1.3 CDTi 95PS engine with ecoFLEX technology, the vehicles return a reported combined fuel economy of 83.1mpg. The ecoFLEX engine features Start/Stop technology and benefits from CO2 emissions as low as 88g/km. The Corsavans, which will be used by HSS Hire’s branch managers to visit local customers and suppliers, also boast a payload […]
Available from October 2014, the extended cab configuration features standard front seats, behind which is a large load area incorporating a fold-down rear bench for occasional use. The new Yukon specification extended cab – priced from £19,249– is designed for use by both trade and leisure users who prefer the added exterior capacity of a […]
Being held in conjunction with automotive consultancy company MIRA at Nuneaton, the seminar takes place at on Wednesday 30th July and will feature a panel of Type Approval and certification experts who will explain the implications of the standard and give full details of what steps members need to take in order to continue operating […]
The launch forms part of Northgate’s plans to grow its presence in the south of England and is the company’s seventh site to launch in the London area. The new site, located on Rickmansworth Road, is 809 sq. ft. and will house up to 30 light commercial vehicles, from cars and CDVs to short and […]
The system works by providing automatic monitoring for any job that lasts longer than expected, subsequently opening an escalating channel of communication with the repairer designed to find out why the vehicle remains off the road and when it will be repaired. IFS says the implementation of the technology has meant a massive reduction in […]
The Guardian has said that Mr McLoughlin is looking at plans to double the penalty points in the current sanction to six. The move has been recommended by Metropolitan Police chief Sir Bernard Hogan-Howe following the first increase in deaths and injuries from dangerous driving on the Capital's streets in more than a decade. The […]
The brewer’s decision to invest in the hybrid technology is particularly timely, given that Bristol has been named European Green Capital 2015 in recognition of its environmental achievements and commitments. The new Canter Eco Hybrid is the company’s biggest commercial vehicle yet, having previously relied on vans to deliver its beers to customers as far […]
In addition, the system is also part of the standard specification for the 3.0 tonne Sprinter Panel van, short wheelbase models, Traveliner and super-high roof variants. According to Mercedes, Chassis Cab variants usually offer a much smaller “attack” surface for side wind gusts, while large box bodies present a significantly larger surface. Because of this, […]
