The company showcased its NETS (non-emergency transport service) Fiat Ducato vehicle which has been converted by Cartwright for London Ambulance. The fully equipped vehicle includes a stretcher, wheelchairs and facilities for attendants. The rear of the vehicle can accommodate four passengers plus one attendant and two staff in the front cab. Also on […]
McFarland replaces Andy Lawson who is further developing his international Mercedes-Benz career with a secondment opportunity as head of strategic accounts for Mercedes-Benz Vans USA, based in Georgia. McFarland brings a wealth of experience to the role. He joins Mercedes-Benz Vans from Fiat, where he rose from sales operations manager to become head of […]
The campaign is being run by vehicle tracking and fleet management technology specialist ABAX to warn fleet operators that they could be at risk of tax penalties of up to £3,000 if they aren’t operating in line with the HMRC’s rules and requirements. Examples include using company vans for things like taking mates to a […]
The call came from the Freight Transport Association (FTA) today (13 June) as it appeared before the Welsh Affairs Committee in Chepstow alongside FTA member Owens Group to give evidence about the two bridges, which are currently operated by Severn River Crossing PLC. Ian Gallagher, FTA’s head of policy for Wales, said: “The future […]
The system is adaptable to all shapes and sizes of vehicle and is billed as the only ‘invisible’ vehicle graphics frame system available with no bolts, rivets, screws or aluminium or plastic frame required to fix the advertising panel to the vehicle. The Spedian SuperLite has also been designed to bring reduced weight. During […]
The network now offers 98 outlets, comprising 73 full dedicated Van Centres and 25 additional Authorised Repairers, and provides a wide range of new and approved used Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles as well as an extensive suite of aftersales services. Changes to the network include two brand new facilities in the Channel Islands, including an […]
The voluntary accreditation scheme helps fleet operators to manage their occupational road risk and encourages road safety best practice amongst its members. To help share and celebrate road safety best practice in the fleet industry, FORS is supporting the Fleet Safety Awards, which recognise the achievements of organisations and individuals working to reduce the […]
Mercedes-Benz van sales trainee Kuldip Mann knocked at the firm’s door while visiting prospective customers on an industrial estate in south-east London. Niblock Electrical director Gary Goble said: “He was in the right place at the right time. We weren’t happy with our previous transport arrangements so we asked him in for a chat. […]
The funding boost from the Scottish Government means that around £7.8m – double that of previous years – is being made available, interest-free, through the Low Carbon Transport Loan Fund, to help businesses and consumers reduce their transport emissions. Individuals can apply for to £35,000, while businesses can access up to £100,000. Open for […]
The Mercedes-Benz vans, all chassis cabs with an engine output of 129hp, will be fitted with insulated box bodies and refrigeration units by specialist firms Paneltex and GAH. Sean Clifton, Asda’s senior manager for national fleets, said: “The Sprinter has proven capable of operating at the levels of performance and productivity we need. Its […]
