Van News

Diesel vans remain much more econmical despite an increase in the price of diesel compared to petrol.  Diesel hit an average of 141p this month, which is now 7p more than a litre of petrol.  Despite this increase in the gap diesel engines rermain more financially viable because of the improved miles per gallon that you can achieve over and above a petrol engine.

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Vans & minibuses over 10 years old (Euro 3 engines) are now attracting a charge of £100 per day when travelling with the London Low Emission Zone.
The zone covers the majority of routes within the M25 and is starting to cost businesses £1000's.
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Vans and minibuses which are more than 10 years old are now facing a new charge of £100 a day in Greater London.  It is the first time the vehicles have fallen under the Low Emission Zone, which covers most roads inside the M25.
From Tuesday, tougher restrictions will also mean £200 daily fees for lorries, buses and coaches which fall short of European Union standards on pollution.

A recent survey has revealed that almost 3 in 10 drivers text whilst at the wheel.  1 in 13 do this at least once a week,  meanwhile 1 in 11 drivers checks the web, emails, uses apps or social networking websites whilst driving.
In a large-scale study of commercial drivers it was concluded that drivers that use their mobile phone whilst driving increase their risk of having an accident by 23 times.

A recent audit has revealed that 42% of British motorists are risking fines and potential driving bans on a daily basis by making journeys on dangerously worn tyres.  The biggest culprits were found to be in Birmingham, the North East and the Cheshire area.  Some vehicles had 3 or even all 4 tyres worn out beyond the legal limit.  This could amount to 12 penalty points and up to a £10,000 fine, let alone the road safety issue.  Voices across the motor industry are strongly recommending that all motorist check tyres for the winter period to save lives in the UK.

Vansdirect and the BVRLA warn of Van Exhaust Thefts

Since the BVRLA revealed a spate of thefts of exhaust systems from Mercedes vans in the London area, BVRLA members in Cambridgeshire, Solihull and Reading have reported similar problems.  (www.bvrla.co.uk)

Recent media reports are showing a major increase in the cost of vehicle insurance.  A recent survey by the BVRLA (British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association) shows that businesses & individuals alike feel that they are being squeezed for cash by insurance companies. 

The Electric version of the Ford Transit Connect was launched at the Geneva Motor show and is now ready for launch to the fleet market.  It looks & feels exactly like a standard diesel version of the good old Connect LWB, BUT... it has a fully electric powered engine under the bonnet (not a hybrid).

Van manufacturers are speeding up the introduction of Euro 5 engines as standard across their ranges of vans. 

The Euro 5 engine is leaner & meaner on fuel economy and CO2 emmissions.  This means it costs you less in fuel bills and it's better for the environment.

The Euro 5 engine has been an option on many van models for some time now.  But manufacturers are now pushing forward with the roll out of the Euro 5 engine as standard.