Commenting on the fleet expansion programme, Prohire's sales director Andrew Morley, said: “During the autumn we made another significant investment in rental vehicles to enhance our support capability for new and existing customers alike. From 3.5 tonne panel vans and 7.5 – 26 tonne rigids to 44-tonne tractor units, the common thread has been specification […]
Mercedes-Benz Vans has launched the first of a series of insight papers, investigating how Britain’s most successful fleets have been preparing for this busy winter operating period, to give wider companies the opportunity to learn from the best practice highlighted. In addition to the insights around the use of technology centred on fleet operations, the […]
The Operation Stack funding includes up to £250 million for a major new permanent lorry park to take the pressure off Kent’s roads. Currently thousands of trucks are parked on stretches of the M20 during disruptions to Channel crossings. The Government will consult on a preferred site at Stanford and other alternatives in the near future. […]
In its submission ahead of the 2015 Statement – FTA had called on Mr Osborne for a 3p per litre reduction in fuel duty to ease cost pressures on domestic road freight, stimulate growth and create jobs. In response to lack of focus given to the issue in George Osborne’s announcement – Karen Dee, FTA’s […]
New contracts with major delivery companies including DHL have been signed as retailers prepare to meet what industry experts are predicting will be the highest Black Friday sales this Friday (27th November). Industry experts are currently predicting Friday’s sales will exceed £1 billion for the first time in the UK – a figure that rises […]
Over the past year, the carrier has already opened larger service centres in Northampton, Selby, Farnborough and Alfreton, strengthening the Yodel network that stretches across the UK. In total the seven new sites have boosted Yodel’s 'final mile' capacity by 22%, reducing the need for additional temporary sites during the seasonal Christmas peak. The Livingston […]
The vans will add additional fleet capacity to the Staverton-based firm, which is growing rapidly to keep up with demand from its house builder customers. They have been supplied by the Volkswagen Van Centre (Cheltenham) based at Manor Road, Swindon Village, which has been supplying vehicles to Clarkson Evans for more than 12 years. Clarkson Evans has […]
The 13 electric vehicles will be used for collections and deliveries of health supplies, mail and samples across Northumberland and North Tyneside, and were deployed following a recent trial. It’s estimated that they will cover up to 110 miles per day, with a predicted annual CO2 reduction of 59 tonnes. Michael Taylor, the trust’s hotel services […]
Customers will be able to take advantage of offers including £500 deposit contribution with 7.7%APR Representative and flexible finance terms from 12 -48 months when financed with Hire Purchase. During the event, customers can also benefit for added value offers, such as low cost servicing deals when purchasing vehicles through a Volkswagen finance package. These […]
Based on the front-wheel-drive Movano L3H2 van, the approved conversion provides canteen seating for up to four people at a time, offers separate heating, hand wash and eating facilities and the ability to provide a hot water boiler for tea and a built-in microwave. A separate toilet facility complete with hand wash basin can also […]
