The BVRLA has welcomed the agreement and looks forward to the new ‘on the road’ tests for NOx emissions being introduced in 2017 alongside a more accurate CO2 emission test cycle. The new procedure agreed by EU regulators this week will require vehicles to be tested on the road and in traffic, rather than in laboratory-like […]
In response to customer feedback the new feature will ensure a customer’s broken down van will be temporarily replaced with another van, if it is not possible to fix the original vehicle at the roadside. The enhanced Onward Travel service means that wherever the van is, the driver will be able to transfer their load […]
Launched at the Microlise Transport Conference in Coventry on 20 May, by FTA’s chief executive David Wells – the 2015 Logistics Report outlines the significant economic, business, political, safety and environment, skills and training issues that have affected the transport and logistics sector in the past year. Respondents to the FTA Logistics Industry Survey 2014/15 […]
The reminder comes from automotive reconditioning specialist, DPF Clean Team, and is important considering that many dealerships do not cover DPF maintenance under standard vehicle warranties. Many dealerships will offer to replace a DPF outside of warranty, but DPF Clean Team claims the costs this can incur can be 20 times more expensive than simply […]
Fleet, leasing and rental management software supplier Jaama has become an Associate member of the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS),with the aim of displaying its commitment to raising standards in the fleet industry.
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Year-on-year table: All vans All vans Avg Age (mnths) Avg Mileage Avg Value Sale vs CAP Apr 2014 58.52 80,187 £5,395 100.9% Apr 2015 58.08 77,166 £5,508 100.81% Year-on-year, average values were up by £113 (2.0%) compared to March 2014, with performance against CAP virtually static over the year. “Although we are reporting some price […]
In addition, Barlows has reduced accident rates and improved community relations through the creation of geo-fenced areas to prevent speeding in residential areas. Barlows Electrics UK Limited is a major electrical contractor providing electrical installation and property maintenance services throughout the United Kingdom. The company operates 180 vans and employs over 200 people, mainly for […]
Auto Styling Truckman, the West Midlands-based manufacturer and supplier of 4×4 accessories, has delivered eight Truckman S- Series Side Access hardtops, sixteen Towbar Kits, Bedliners, and roof bars which have been fitted to a fleet of Toyota Hilux pick-up trucks as part of SHB’s contract with the airport. In addition, the company has supplied roof […]
"It’s sad news that Whistl has blown time on its door-step letter service and is consulting 2,000 workers on redundancy," commented ParcelHero spokesman David Jinks MILT. "The traditional door-to-door letter service is a labour intensive low-margin market in which it’s hard to make money. "Even though Whistl cherry-picked the market, choosing to deliver only in areas […]
According to the SMMT, strong demand for trucks continues, up 43.5% in April to 3,900 units and van registrations increased for a 12th consecutive month to 24,927, up 20.9%. UK van and truck registrations: 2015 and % change on 2014 April % change Year-to-date % change Rolling year % change Vans 24,927 20.9% 122,702 22.0% […]
