Volkswagen has introduced two 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engines, available across the Transporter range, claiming low-mileage operators could be better off not running a diesel.
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Clarity is urgently needed to identify which vehicles will be affected in each of the Clean Air Zones, the Freight Transport Association (FTA) has said, following publication of the Government’s air quality plan. Elizabeth de Jong, FTA’s Director of UK Policy, said: “Uncertainty will hurt industry – FTA understands we won’t know where lorries and vans will be restricted […]
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Mercedes-Benz Vans’ head of fleet Ricky McFarland talks Dan Gilkes through some of the company’s plans for the future.
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Logistics company WH Kirk Transport Services has reported enhanced efficiency following the implementation of moDel-VM, the standalone version of Ebbon-Dacs’ moDel solution.
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The Department for Transport is considering raising the weight threshold for light commercial vehicles from 3.5 tonnes to 4.25 tonnes to offset their heavier drivetrains, in turn making them more cost-effective to operate. A consultation is now under way, which would enable battery electric, range-extended electric, plug-in hybrid, hydrogen fuel cell or natural gas powered vehicles to […]
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Allianz launches van breakdown cover
Allianz Global Assistance is launching a roadside assistance service aimed at van owners, including sole traders.
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Enterprising DG, the commercial arm of Dumfries and Galloway Council, has added 17 new Vauxhall vans to its fleet. The vehicles will help to support the work of the building and maintenance teams across the area.
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Light commercial rental provider Dawsonrentals | vans has appointed a new finance specialist in line with plans to target new asset acquisition markets.
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Volkswagen’s new Converter Recognition scheme is now fully live, providing customers with benefits including a one-stop shop for conversion needs, single invoicing and warranty deals.
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Van Excellence member drivers are being urged to enter for the Freight Transport Association’s second annual Driver of the Year competition before entries close this Friday (28 July).
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Commercial vehicle rental provider Dawsongroup plc is opening a new northern hub near Doncaster for both the Dawsonrentals | truck and trailer and Dawsonrentals | vans businesses.
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Vehicle tracking firm Smart Asset Manager (SAM) has signed a strategic partnership deal with traffic and infrastructure solutions specialist Dynniq to team up telematics information with data from road infrastructure.