Sister model to the Renault Trafic, which was also unveiled today, Vauxhall's Vivaro, the top performer in Vauxhall/Opel’s LCV portfolio, offers longer model variants, enabling increased load capacity, whilst its cabin features IntelliLink infotainment technology with user-friendly navigation, as well as equipment details which quickly and easily transform it into a mobile office. The new […]
Implemented from 29 October this year, the new rules will apply to around two thirds of heavy commercial vehicles – those built in stages weighing more than 3.5t. These vehicles are in the last category to come under a raft of new Type Approval legislation that will see all commercial vehicles in Europe conform to […]
According to the report, there is strong demand for lower mileage LCVs in excellent condition, that have generally been in short supply over recent months. Autorola has also noticed a growing interest by consumers in buying a well specified 12-24 month old van and then having it converted into a camper van or motor caravan. […]
FTA’s traffic information service via the app could drivers can stay informed of hold-ups on the roads . The app uses data supplied by INRIX Media and focuses on serious delays being experienced on the UK network, updating every 15 minutes to provide real-time data. As well as traffic updates the FTA app provides information […]
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That’s the finding of GE Capital’s latest European SME Capex Barometer, which shows UK SMEs feel more buoyant about their future prospects and are less concerned about the overall health of the economy. The findings, based on Q1 research amongst over 2,250 SME business leaders across seven European markets, show that UK SMEs intend to […]
Dubbed MY IVECO, the app for smartphones and tablets is being made available through the Apple App Store for iOS and in Google Play for Android. Users can learn about a range of features and technical data for all vehicle models, as well as access interactive services, such as a product configurator and geolocation to […]
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With both Transit Custom and now Transit Connect picking up International Van of the Year gongs, the pressure for Ford’s big Transit to succeed has never been stronger. Add in 48 years of UK market leadership and the realisation that this version of Transit is going to have to compete across the world, and you […]
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Although vehicle telematics has been around in one shape or form since the 1990s, it’s only now appearing on the radar for many fleets – particularly car operators – as the abilities of telematics systems grow ever more sophisticated whilst the requirements for running a fleet become increasingly complicated. In its simplest form, telematics can […]
Attended by most of the major fleet manufacturers, the Show provided fleet decision-makers with a chance to get behind the wheel of the latest fleet cars, including low-emission variants along with electric vehicles and luxury models too. Meanwhile the many fleet service company exhibitors in the Silverstone Wing reported a successful day, with keen interest […]
Todd's background in the aftermarket and parts business includes working for a variety of companies such as Wheels Motor Factors, Hella, and Lucas before joining Multipart. He joined Isuzu Truck in 2003 as its general manager, and was an integral part of the shareholder team at ITUK when the company was sold to Isuzu Motors […]
The recall affects over 6.5m vehicles globally, with no reports of any accidents, injuries or fatalities linked to these issues For the RAV4 and Hilux, the recall applies to the spiral cable assembly, which means that there may be a risk when the steering wheel is turned of damage to certain circuits that provide connectivity […]
