Until now the van world has generally been considered immune from the pace of change that sees car designs changing more often today than ever before – until now. CAP’s van price forecasting expert, Tim Cattlin, says that historically the only part of the light commercial vehicle market which was strongly susceptible to fashion tastes […]
The fleet management giant has seen 17% growth in new fleet deliveries in the first six months of the year compared to the same period last year, adding almost 10,000 new vehicles since December 2013. As a result it has increased the size of its fleet from nearly 280,000 vehicles to almost 290,000 units – a rise […]
The product will include a range of solutions across all auditing and analysis, risk management and training requirements to ensure vehicle operators are meeting their legal and Duty of Care obligations. This will include a fully managed, end-to-end solution that will not only include a best practice audit, but also create tailored lone worker policy […]
The facility is located on the Thorp Arch Industrial Estate and was developed at a cost of £600,000. Running a 13-strong company team, the site offers a range of repair and maintenance services from 7am until long into the night on weekdays, and on Saturday mornings as well. Round-the-clock Mercedes-Benz Service 24h emergency roadside assistance […]
The Chargepoint Mapping project will log three months of telematics data from commercial vehicle fleets based in the capital to help plan a network of rapid chargers in the capital, in turn allowing businesses to maximise the cost and environmental benefits of electric commercial vehicles. Managed by the Energy Saving Trust and Route Monkey, the […]
The road safety charity’s research found that in Lancashire 72 more people were killed or seriously injured in 2013 compared to the previous year; in Kent it was 70 more and Cumbria 43 more. In contrast, the top three areas for reductions are Nottinghamshire, Tower Hamlets and Chester/Chester West; with some 98, 81 and 78 […]
Fleet managers at Andrew Page now have access to the Masternaut Connect platform, with a focus on the eco-Drive and Live modules to help improve vehicle efficiency and productivity. From a HR perspective, fleet managers will be able to monitor driver behaviour in order to provide feedback on driving habits. The technology also provides real-time […]
The scheme is now being consulted on by Transport for London (TfL) and the London Councils and could be introduced by early next year. The proposed ban will require every vehicle in London over 3.5 tonnes, which are involved in a disproportionate number of fatal collisions with cyclists and pedestrians, to be fitted with sideguards […]
Average values for commercial vehicles continue to rise, as Q2 2014 posted the highest headline figure on record according to BCA’s latest figures. LCVs averaged £5,460 at BCA over Quarter 2 2014, up by £583 (11.9%) over the twelve month period. Average age has fallen marginally over the year, while mileage has increased by around […]
Roanza is responsible for sales and after sales support of the Mercedes-Benz truck and van ranges, as well as FUSO Canter light trucks. Services provided by the company team include round-the-clock repair and maintenance support, emergency roadside assistance, MoT tests for vehicles of all sizes, and timely parts deliveries. Enza has held the Mercedes-Benz franchise […]
Announced at Mansion House last night, the proposal comes less than six months after the European Commission launched legal proceedings against the UK government for failing to meet 2010 NO2 limits and for illegal levels of harmful pollution in 16 areas of the UK. So the Mayor is proposing widespread support of ultra-low emission vehicles, […]
Commenting on the Mayor’s announcement, BVRLA chief executive Gerry Keaney said: ‘London has to clean up its act, and the Mayor’s proposals for an Ultra Low Emission Zone by 2020 will make a massive contribution.' Under the current proposals, which are still subject to a full consultation, ultra-low emission vehicles would be promoted to reduce harmful air […]
