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.

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

By |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 [...]

Great business van rental tips every company should know

By |2016-09-22T09:09:12+01:00September 22nd, 2016|Guest blog|

RENTING out a van for your business can bring a number of benefits. However, before you go ahead and hire a van, there are quite a few things you need to consider. Below you’ll discover the most important things to look out for with great business van rental tips to ensure you get the very best rental experience. Always plan ahead! It [...]

Is it worth getting a van on finance?

By |2016-07-28T11:17:04+01:00July 28th, 2016|Guest blog, Van Finance, Van News|

ARE you a business owner looking to acquire some vans? We understand that this can be both necessary but still expensive, especially when purchasing them outright. As you ponder if it is worth getting a van on finance, there are three main options you can consider - including buying, leasing and the finance option of BCP (business contract purchase). Buying Buying is [...]

Are your commercial vehicles safe?

By |2016-07-26T15:22:45+01:00July 26th, 2016|Guest blog, Van News|

WITH a record volume of traffic on our roads, a key question is 'Are your commercial vehicles safe?' There have never been so many commercial vehicles on the roads of Britain. The latest figures show that the number of vans has topped four million for the first time – with these vehicles covering about 45 billion miles a year. Commercial vehicles themselves are [...]

How van drivers can keep out of trouble

By |2016-06-03T15:58:21+01:00June 3rd, 2016|Guest blog, Industry articles|

VAN drivers are a special breed and with more than 4 million vans on the UK’s ever more congested roads with constantly growing business pressures and regulations it’s not surprising that some can find themselves on the wrong side of the law. So here are some tips on how van drivers can keep out of trouble. The fact is that [...]

How the length of your lease affects costs

By |2016-05-23T16:30:37+01:00May 23rd, 2016|Guest blog, Industry articles, Van News|

CAR leasing has a number of advantages over buying, although the UK has been slow to realise it. Recognising that the length of your lease affects costs, drivers can benefit from both the latest brand new models or cheaper used ones. It’s easy to swap between models if you get bored or need to change; and there is not the [...]

Van Monster reveals who the Man With A Van really is

By |2016-01-26T13:18:12+00:00January 26th, 2016|Guest blog|

Van Monster recently launched a survey to find out who the man with a van really is - and the results are in. The survey, which was completed by van drivers, asked a number of questions relating to motoring, expenses and work, as well as more light-hearted topics such as what they listen to and even the sauce they have on [...]

EU growth in new commercial vehicle registrations

By |2016-01-19T13:35:47+00:00January 19th, 2016|Guest blog|

THE European Automobile Manufacturers Association have released the 2015 commercial vehicle registration figures with the UK seeing growth of 16.4% in total new commercial vehicles registered over the previous 12 months to the end of November. It was also positive news for the European Union as a whole with a 12.2% rise and every member country having an increase in the [...]

Hiring a motorhome is the best way to enjoy the countryside

By |2015-11-18T10:37:49+00:00November 18th, 2015|Guest blog|

TRAVELLING by motorhome is becoming more and more popular with each passing year. If you are only planning one or two holidays each year, then the expense of owning a motorhome will be prohibitive, especially if it will be sat on the drive for months at a time with barely any use. Used or not, it will still need to [...]

Car parts online vs. high street

By |2015-11-06T15:42:58+00:00November 6th, 2015|Guest blog|

YOU can purchase almost anything online these days, from nappies to wide screen TV’s and the automotive market is certainly following this trend. Whilst years ago the replacement part for a specific make and model was hard to find, with the infiltration of the internet into society, many car owners are trawling the world wide web for car parts, rather than [...]

White Van Man – accurate stereotype or just unfair?

By |2015-09-16T09:59:33+01:00September 3rd, 2015|Guest blog, Industry articles, Van News|

WHAT comes to mind when you hear the words “white van man”? You probably think of an overly-aggressive, lane-swerving, generally selfish type. He’s likely a self-employed tradesman who enjoys a pint at the weekend, and reads a tabloid on his lunch break. But is this stereotype still accurate or is really an unfair and outdated grudge to hold? Just a [...]

How can haulage companies avoid asylum seeker fines

By |2015-08-26T12:35:58+01:00August 26th, 2015|Guest blog, Industry articles, Van News|

Haulage companies and lorry drivers have been in the news recently, facing difficult trading conditions and suffering the consequences of the immigration crisis in Calais. Not only has Operation Stack forced them to park their vehicles along the M20 and in Manston Airport in Kent, but they have also been forced to pay heavy fines, courtesy of the Home Office’s [...]

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