25 Years of Vansdirect: A Look Back On Some Iconic Moments From 1999
As we celebrate 25 years of Vansdirect, we're looking back on some iconic events from 1999 when the home of new vans was born.
This year marks our 25th anniversary, and we can’t believe how quickly the time has gone!
Starting off as a small independent broker in the Welsh valleys, Vansdirect has grown to become top commercial vehicle retailer in the UK. Brought under the Vertu Motors Group in 2019, we now serve thousands of customers nationwide, helping them find the perfect new van.
To celebrate 25 years of Vandirect, we’re taking a look back on some of the most notable events from 1999 – the year the business was born. Read on for a blast from the past!
Introduction of the Euro
On the 1st January 1999, the Euro was introduced. Originally used for accounting purposes, it would later form a staple of every British holiday abroad.
Y2K Panic
Known as the ‘2000 problem’, Y2K was a computer flaw or bug which was believed to cause problems with dates beyond 1999. Some believed it signalled the end of the world.
Cher named top artist of ’99 with ‘Believe’
The pop hit led the singer to be named top artist in 1999, followed by TLC’s ‘No Scrubs’ and Britney Spears’ ‘Baby One More Time’.
Blur and Oasis Britpop rivalry
It may seem far less of a contest now, though back in ’99 the huge divide went down in the history of Britpop.
Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom of the Menace hits the big screen
Star Wars and sci-fi lovers alike flocked to the cinemas to see the latest episode in the series. Were you one of them?
Fight Club released
We’d love to say more but we’d be ignoring Rule Number 1: You do not talk about fight club.
Tony Hawk lands the first 900
’99 was a great year for professional skateboarder Tony Hawk, who landed the first 900 at the X Games.
The six-billionth person was born
Adnan Mevic made his first achievement from birth, as the six-billionth person born in the world on 12th October 1999. He was born in Sarajevo, Bosnia-Herzegovina.
Solar eclipse
On 11th August, astronomers rejoiced at a solar eclipse, where the Moon passed in front of the Sun, blocking it from Earth’s view.
Bucket hats and double-denim
Not forgetting fashion, bucket hats, and double denim were among the top trends in ’99. Trends we’ve recently seen making a comeback today.
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