The RED (Reduce End of Term Damage) programme from Pendragon Contracts has been applied to all 44 LCVs. The fleet management company assisted Xylem in its van choice and placed the orders before the manufacturer deadline, avoiding vehicle downtime. In addition, Pendragon Contracts negotiated a competitive deal with a tyre supplier for winter tyres, ensuring […]
The initial order comprises seven Nissan NV200 vans that will be used across the entirety of Northern Ireland. Each van, driven by trained Bridgestone tyre technicians, contains state-of-the-art equipment that will allow them to conduct portable tyre inspections on Ulsterbus buses from any remote location. Technicians will also be moving tyres and fitting equipment to […]
The company’s fleet of 90 vans is dominated by Mercedes-Benz Sprinters and operates from a network of 13 depots across the Midlands. Sprinter BlueEFFICIENCY models come fitted as standard with a range of features designed to maximise their fuel performance – including low rolling resistance tyres and the ECO-Start system, which reduces consumption by automatically […]
Telogis for Utilities provides the ability to “share” access to a user’s account so that utility partners and contractors can also visualise the exact locations, status and even critical mobile assets for any given job – all on one screen. Greater visibility also lends to a utility’s ability to keep better tabs on how much […]
Van sales increased by 10.3% last month equating to 8.1% year-to-date, whilst truck demand rose by 29.7% to 6,131 registrations. UK van and truck registrations: 2013 and % change on 2012 September % change Year-to-date % change Rolling year % change Vans 43,066 10.3% 205,004 9.6% 257,578 4.1% Trucks 6,131 29.7% 34,352 -0.1% 45,683 […]
At the afternoon event, held at London's British Museum, key personalities from the industry will debate the industry's hottest topics with panellists from the technology, retail and logistics sectors. Established last year by CV Show partners SMMT, RHA and IRTE Services, the 2013 Commercial Vehicle Forum will present a new perspective on the UK road […]
The nationwide deal includes two interim services, two full services and an MOT. This means customers will receive four services for the price of just two. Caddy customers can add the service package for just under £300 – saving a total of £285, while Transporter customers can specify the same deal for just £370 – a […]
The 15 Atego 816 7.5-tonners and a trio of Actros 2546 tractor units are now working from the operator’s network of sites in Avonmouth, Crewe, Croydon, Larkhall, Leeds and Potters Bar. The vehicles were supplied by dealer Ciceley Commercials of Bolton, and are all subject of CharterWay contract hire packages from Mercedes-Benz Financial Services. Expert […]
Based in Northfleet, Kent, Allpark recently won a prestigious export contract to supply stands for more than 3,000 cycles at the giant King Abdullah Financial District development project in Saudi Arabia. It also installed over 250 two-tier racks at the Houses of Parliament earlier this year. The company’s 3.5-tonne Canter 3C15 is fitted with a […]
The gift of the Double Cab Invincible pickup is a replacement for the 4Runner model Toyota provided 20 years ago, a vehicle which has done stalwart service across the south of England. Tiggywinkles, based near Aylesbury, has been rescuing, treating and rehabilitating British wildlife for more than 30 years. Tending to more than 10,000 casualties […]
