Industry articles Archives - Page 12 of 18 - Business Vans

The Business Van blog – or BV Blog – is where the editor Martyn Collins gives us the behind-the-scenes glimpse into the world of vans and commercial vehicles. Or one of our contributors has their say on a business van subject that they want to air in The Business Van Blog. The BV Blog covers a variety of topics, but all based on the world of business vans. Occasionally we also invite guest bloggers to the BV Blog to provide their own insight on commercial vehicles and the world of business vans.

Improve the security of your van

Improve the security of your van

By Glynn Williams|2017-10-06T15:56:25+01:00October 6th, 2017|Guest blog, Van News, Van Security|

LIGHT commercial vehicle ownership has improved vastly in the last 10 years, with the changing trends towards home comforts and a soaring demand for same-day delivery in the home shopping market but it's essential to ensure the security of your van. LCV’s are comparatively diverse to Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGV) and the features that come with these vehicles are more [...]

13 techniques to keep your fuel bill low

13 techniques to keep your fuel bill low

By Glynn Williams|2017-09-22T16:27:33+01:00September 22nd, 2017|Driving advice, Guest blog, Van Advice|

IF your business involves a lot of driving, you’ll know just how infuriating it can be to see your various costs totted up at the end of the month. Between purchase costs and repairs, insurance, tax, and your fuel bill, it’s expensive to keep a van on the road. Chances are, you’re also feeling a little guilty about the toll [...]

Euro 6 diesel infographic

Euro 6 diesel infographic

By Glynn Williams|2017-08-09T11:57:22+01:00August 9th, 2017|Guest blog|

THIS Euro 6 diesel infographic describes the introduction of Euro 6 in September 01 and how the latest diesel engine emissions legislation, determined by the European Commission, helps make vehicles cleaner. Join business hire and leasing specialists Northgate as they analyse how the standards have changed the motoring scene for the better.

How Mercedes could be shaping the future of van driving

How Mercedes could be shaping the future of van driving

By Glynn Williams|2017-07-18T11:17:45+01:00July 18th, 2017|Guest blog|

GERMAN vehicle giant Mercedes has recently used an event at its Van Innovation Campus in Stuttgart, Germany, as an opportunity to showcase its plans to change the way we look at the future of van driving. Join van hire and leasing specialists Northgate as they analyse just how the manufacturer could be shaping the future of this popular sector of the motoring [...]

Top five vans for your business

Top five vans for your business

By Glynn Williams|2017-06-07T10:03:06+01:00June 7th, 2017|Guest blog|

FOR those businesses that require vans, you have a vast selection to choose from - there are small vans and large vans, vans that hold a certain weight and vans that have certain space. Here are our top five vans for your business. Vans are available through both leasing and finance options to make it easier for business to acquire their fleets. [...]

Proving why Vauxhall Movano is Best Heavy Van

Proving why Vauxhall Movano is Best Heavy Van

By Glynn Williams|2017-05-26T10:45:17+01:00May 26th, 2017|Editor's blog, Van News|

Vauxhall Movano 3500 2.3 CDTi (145PS) Bi-Turbo L3H2 S/S Euro 6 THIS year the award-winning Vauxhall Movano kept its Best Heavy Van title, pipping its nearest rival the Citroen Relay in the 2017 Business Van of the Year awards for the second year. Richard Lofthouse put it through its paces with a hectic day of moving and a nifty bit of logistics. Starting out from [...]

Free2Move Lease Citroen Berlingo provides perfect mobility solution

Free2Move Lease Citroen Berlingo provides perfect mobility solution

By Glynn Williams|2017-05-22T08:38:55+01:00May 17th, 2017|Editor's blog, Van News|

WHEN your business needs a mobility solution to transport goods large or small, you select the best, such as one of the winners in our Business Van Awards 2017 - like Free2Move Lease. Formerly Citroen Contract Motoring, it won the Best Finance & Service Package award. Free2Move Lease has watched what rivals are offering and created a solution with Fleet Command and [...]

Buying vs leasing: what you need to know

Buying vs leasing: what you need to know

By Glynn Williams|2017-04-11T09:27:43+01:00February 28th, 2017|Guest blog, Industry articles|

NEED a new van? Which is best, buying vs leasing? We often hear about the pros and cons of leasing for a private buyers or SMEs, and the fact is that many of us may veto the leasing idea without giving it too much thought – knowing that we won’t own the vehicle at the end. However, sometimes the benefits can certainly [...]

The verdict on VW’s own vans – by the boss of VWCV

The verdict on VW’s own vans – by the boss of VWCV

By Glynn Williams|2017-02-17T10:11:36+00:00February 10th, 2017|Editor's blog, Van News|

Carl zu Dohna - head of VWCV I HAD the opportunity to have lunch recently with the boss of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles - or VWCV. His name is Carl zu Dohna, and while we talked about some of the serious stuff over lunch, I asked him for the answers to a game I’ve started playing recently: one-liners on [...]

Be wise and check when buying a used van

Be wise and check when buying a used van

By Glynn Williams|2017-01-27T16:47:44+00:00January 27th, 2017|Guest blog, Van News|

BUYING a used van for business? Find out why and how a vehicle's hidden bad history could adversely affect your business and how to prevent it. Equipping your staff with a business van means providing them with a safe and secure means of transport with which they can operate at their best. You can even deploy magnetic name panels on the [...]

Are you getting a good deal? How do dealers value cars they buy and sell?

Are you getting a good deal? How do dealers value cars they buy and sell?

By Glynn Williams|2017-01-23T17:07:38+00:00January 23rd, 2017|Guest blog|

IF you’re looking to sell your car, you may be considering taking it to a dealership. However, before you do, it helps to understand whether you’re getting a good deal when dealers value the cars they buy and sell. Each dealership is different, so how can you tell which one is giving you the best valuation? Here we’ll look at how [...]

Citroen business vans – Is it better to lease or buy?

Citroen business vans – Is it better to lease or buy?

By Glynn Williams|2017-01-23T16:32:19+00:00January 23rd, 2017|Guest blog|

ARE you trying to decide whether to lease or buy your next business van? If you’re looking to cut back on the cost of business this year, your main question is obviously going to be which option is the most cost effective? However, it’s important to look at more than just the price tag when it comes to making your [...]

The Most Reliable Vans of 2016

The Most Reliable Vans of 2016

By Glynn Williams|2017-01-27T09:12:32+00:00January 19th, 2017|Guest blog, Van News|

FOR many businesses in many industries, their van is one of - if not the - most important company asset. The most reliable vans will be crucial to the success of the operation, so it is vital that it ticks all of the boxes. This will include being comfortable for the driver and passenger, being spacious enough so that you can [...]

The ultimate guide to a jump-starter for your car

The ultimate guide to a jump-starter for your car

By Glynn Williams|2020-04-29T11:48:08+01:00December 21st, 2016|Guest blog|

PLANNING a long drive with your family? Make sure you keep a jump-starter handy. It’s an obvious choice for people who travel frequently. Keeping a charged portable jump-starter is a great way to boost your sluggish battery on a cold morning! Portable jump-starters are lifesavers, but remember to charge it once in a while. When your car battery is weak [...]

Why the right tyres are crucial for light commercial vehicles – for safety, economy, and productivity

Why the right tyres are crucial for light commercial vehicles – for safety, economy, and productivity

By Glynn Williams|2016-11-29T14:06:46+00:00November 29th, 2016|Guest blog, Van News|

IF your company owns a light commercial vehicle (LCV), you know the demands it is subjected to every day. Keeping such vehicles working and roadworthy in every kind of weather is crucial for a business, and the right tyres play a leading role. If tyres are chosen and maintained properly, your business can easily avoid frustrating and costly downtimes that badly impact the general [...]

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