“The Chancellor has listened to the voice of industry by keeping fuel duty at current levels, which is to be welcomed," commented James Hookham, FTA’s deputy chief executive. "However, the Government has emphasised that its primary objective is to protect the UK economy. We believe that reducing fuel duty would make a huge contribution to this objective […]
In her new position at Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Ms Perry will be leading a team of area fleet managers with a focus on building stronger customer relationships, developing new relationships with the brand and providing an excellent customer care experience. Commenting on her appointment, Chris Black, head of fleet at Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, said: "Tracey […]
The new fleet forms part of the firm’s strategic growth plan. With a customer base that includes some of the region’s top manufacturers, in sectors ranging from transport and aerospace, through to agriculture and shop fitting, Foster Industrial is aiming for a turnover of £4.5 million this year (an increase of almost 30% year on […]
Commenting on the figures, Sue Robinson, director of the National Franchised Dealers Association, said: “There was a significant increase in the 2.5 – 3.5t sector where 106,832 were registered – a 22% increase on last year. These types of vehicles are typically used for home deliveries and in the service industry. They are also popular […]
Prices have also been announced for the new Transporter shuttle and Caravelle models, which come to market with EU6 engines, along with new assistance and safety systems. Prices for the new Transporter shuttle start from £23,440 and for Caravelle from £30,165 (excluding VAT and other OTR charges). Also joining the range and available to order […]
Strong growth in the van market was found to be the defining factor, with an all-time high of 186,404 vehicles registered in the first six months.Truck registrations also continue to post large gains, with registrations up more than 40% in both June and the year-to-date. UK van and truck registrations: 2015 and % change on […]
Supplied by Birmingham Dealer Midlands Truck & Van, the Atego 816s have S ClassicSpace cabs and are fitted with Luton dropwell bodywork by M6 Motor Bodies, also of Birmingham. They are the subject of a funding agreement with InnoVent Leasing. Lee Longlands, which has stores in Birmingham, Cheltenham, Leamington Spa, Abingdon and Derby, has enjoyed […]
Data for the first five months of 2015 further demonstrate a CV manufacturing resurgence, with production volumes up by almost a quarter. SMMT found that the sector benefitted from increasing European demand in May, as exports rose 69.4% last month with 3,710 vehicles destined for overseas markets. Half of all commercial vehicles produced to date […]
Prices for the new Transporter T6 panel van start from £17,745 (excluding VAT and other OTR charges), with the model due to arrive in the UK from September. Kombi models start from £19,840 for the entry-level 2.0 TDI 84PS Startline model. The Startline trim level introduces new standard features including BlueMotion Technology, DAB+ digital radio, 5-inch […]
“We are very pleased that Welding Engineers has recognised our technology as the best solution for the company’s fleet control and management,” commented Kevin Bull, UK in-house sales director for ABAX. “One of the key benefits for Welding Engineers is that the Triplog device is self installable, saving the company valuable time and money. The […]
