Van News
Navara adds grunt
Van manufacturer Nissan have been busy revamping the Nissan Navara pickup range. The new flagship Nissan Navara, set to go on sale on June, will now be powered by an enormous 3.0 litre V6 producing more than 230hp. According to information released so far, the new Nissan Navara will give peak torque of 550Nm across a 1,700rpm-to-2,500rpm, while a useful 500Nm is available from 1,500rpm. The new Nissa
Vansdirect Launch New Volkswagen Prices
Vansdirect have just launched a new Volkswagen Commercial vehicle campaign, slashing the cost of VW vans across the range. The newly negotaited VW prices make the range more affordable than ever before on Finance Lease & Contract Hire over 3 or 4 year contracts. The appeal of running a VW Van has never diminished compared to other brands because of the build quality being 2nd to none and hardened practicality like never before. The new range of engines, launched last year, are more fuel efficient and the whole life cost of running a Volkswagen van can often work out cheap
Used Van Shortage
The BCA (British Car Auctions) are reporting a huge shortage of used vans. This is pushing up the price of used vans to record highs, which means that purchasing or leasing a new van is becoming even more of a preferred option for many smart businesses.
The BVRLA (British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association) reports:
The BVRLA (British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association) reports:
Ford Transit Van Vs The Vauxhall Vivaro
Which is your favourite ?
Vauxhall Updgrade the Vivaro & Movano SatNav Option
Vauxhall have brought forward an upgrade to the Satellite Navigation system that is an option on the Vivaro & Movano models at no additional cost.
This new Sat Nav system features clear, enhanced graphics and shows full range of routing information in either day or night modes, including distance, current speed limit, RDS EON route delay information, and estimated arrival time. Maps cover western European countries and the system is easy to operate and can be updated over the internet.
Fleet News Top 10 Most Reliable Vans
Fleet News have revelaed the Top 10 most reliable vans of 2010 according to a survey of the country's 50 largest contract hire companies.
1. Ford Transit
2. Mercedes Sprinter
3. Ford Transit Connect
4. Citroen Berlingo
5. Citroen Relay
6. Vauxhall Combo
7. Nissan Navara
8. Vauxhall Vivaro
9. VW Caddy
10. VW Transporter
All of these reliable vans are available from Vansdirect at cheap van prices.
1. Ford Transit
2. Mercedes Sprinter
3. Ford Transit Connect
4. Citroen Berlingo
5. Citroen Relay
6. Vauxhall Combo
7. Nissan Navara
8. Vauxhall Vivaro
9. VW Caddy
10. VW Transporter
All of these reliable vans are available from Vansdirect at cheap van prices.
WHAT VAN ? - Van of the Year Awards 2011
WHAT VAN ? have just revealed their "Van of the Year Awards for 2011"
Van of the Year - Renault Master & Vauxhall Movano
Small Van - Ford Fiesta Van
Light Van - Fiat Doblo Cargo
Small Panel Van - VW Transporter
Large Van - Renault Master & Vauxhall Movano
Pick-Up - Mitsubishi L200
Minibus - Ford Transit
4X4 Van - Ford Transit AWD
Safety - Mercedes
Technology - Renault Kangoo ZE
Fleet Van Awards 2010
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The Fleet Van Awards 2010 were announced at a glittering ceremony in London in October. There were hundreds of entrants for the various awards and here are the WINNERS and runners-up in each category, as judged by a panel of industry experts:
Fleet Van of the Year
Winner: Fiat Doblo
Van Drivers - Going GREEN
No doubt, there are many of you now tightening your belts and looking at ways to save money by using less fuel in your van. Not only saving money, you can also claim to be GOING GREEN !
The environment is now a very important consideration for all of us as individuals, for companies and for Government policies. It's worth noting that if your van is part of your daily business then fuel can represent up to 30% of your operational costs. Every litre of diesel burned emits 2.68g of CO2 into the atmosphere, contributing to global warming.
The environment is now a very important consideration for all of us as individuals, for companies and for Government policies. It's worth noting that if your van is part of your daily business then fuel can represent up to 30% of your operational costs. Every litre of diesel burned emits 2.68g of CO2 into the atmosphere, contributing to global warming.
SIZE MATTERS - What size is yours ?
Have you ever considered if you are running the right size of van ?
Many of our customers regularly question the size of van that they require based on the fact that the back of the van is either; a) so crammed full of stuff that they cannot find anything in there or; b) they are carrying very little in the back of a massive van and it's crashing around every time they turn a corner !
However, it may also be worth considering other impacts of running half empty or full to the brim;
1) Enviromental impact:
