Every technician for high-end appliance manufacturer Miele will soon be sitting behind the wheel of Mercedes vans. The firm has just taken delivery of a fleet of Mercedes Citans and a few Vito models. The new vans will be used … Continued
With a growing need from businesses for proving van driver qualifications, the Freight Transport Association (FTA) has launched a new scheme. It’s called the Van Excellence Certificate of Driver Competence and, the FTA says, has been launched to recognise this … Continued
Bulk liquid haulier William Nicol were so pleased with their two new Mercedes Actros 2563 GigaSpace tractor units that they have ordered two more. The vehicles have been fitted with the six cylinder 15.6 litre engine which produces 625HP and … Continued
Businesses and van drivers are being reminded by Mercedes vans that the paper counterpart of the photocard driving licence has been abolished. The firm says it could affect small businesses and their stance has been backed up by the Freight … Continued
Two leading tech firms have joined forces to deliver a ground-breaking vehicle tracking solution for firms. In-Car Cleverness has adopted Novatel’s wireless solution to deliver what it calls ‘unrivalled telematics’ for the corporate market. The firms says that its new … Continued
The strengthening UK economy has been reflected in the level of van production which has rocketed by 23.6% in the first quarter of this year. Most of the demand has been driven by operators in the UK looking for new … Continued
A 20-strong fleet of these Fuso Canters have been ordered by Network Rail which have been adapted for use on roads and railways. The truck’s 6.5tonne chassis has an extra set of rail wheels fitted at the rear and front … Continued
The Vauxhall Vivaro is the van of choice for telecoms firm BT who have just signed a huge deal to take delivery of 2,500 of them. In addition, the firm is also taking on 330 Vauxhall Corsavans that are to … Continued
They’ve had a rewarding relationship that has lasted more than 25 years and now Mercedes vans has announced its entry into a bespoke service contract with delivery firm DPD Group. The idea is to create a unique service contract which … Continued
It’s been in development since 2010 and its makers say HGVs will benefit with lower drag by using motorsport technology. The new WR Aerokit from Wirth Research has been designed with HGVs in mind and should bring about ‘measurable and … Continued