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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
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:
Vansdirect Launch the Iveco Daily Range at Incredibly Low Prices
At Vansdirect we are proud to announce the launch of the Iveco Daily Van Range to our portfolio of very low cost vans - great value again from Vanasdirect.
We have secured an incredible level of discount from the Iveco network to bring some of the cheapest deals to our customers. Current offers include FREE servicing for 2 years on top of the 3 year UNLIMITED MILEAGE warrantee.
We have secured an incredible level of discount from the Iveco network to bring some of the cheapest deals to our customers. Current offers include FREE servicing for 2 years on top of the 3 year UNLIMITED MILEAGE warrantee.
Making Transits Even More AfFORDable
The iconic Ford Transit has a new addition to the family, in the new low price Transit Leader. Likewise, the Ford Transit Connect has a new low price Transit Connect Leader to add to the family.
These 2 new additions to the Ford Van family are unlikely to become favourites, but do offer a low budget solution to companies and van drivers.
The Transit Leader van is a diesel 2.2 litre 260 SWB 85ps van that is only available in white. While the Transit Connect Leader van is a diesel 1.8 litre 200 SWB 95ps van that is only availab
Ford Further Improves Van Range
Ford has introduced several upgrades to the Transit Van and the Transit Minibus models in a bid to further improve its vans range.
The Ford Transit Van upgrade means that all van models with rear-wheel-drive from 100ps to 200ps will come with a six speed gearbox as standard from September. This change will also mean an improved miles per gallon and lower CO2 performance.

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