What you need to make your van work for you
Van Conversions – make sure your workshop on wheels is fit for purpose
Many manufacturers have conversion programmes on offer through their van centres which guarantees the quality of products available.
How van mods can improve business
There are various modifications to vans that can help to improve your business in a number of ways and a wide range of industries can benefit.
SLAs key to fleet branding
Although the premise of vehicle graphics provisioning is a simple one, the processes involved demand an agreed schedule and pricing model set against the backdrop of all party responsibilities. That removes any ambiguity that would exist without an SLA.
Truckman expands conversion business
Rob Jacombs joins Truckman after 15 years with manufacturer Albert Jagger, serving sectors including commercial vehicle body building, boat building, aerospace and agriculture.
Mediafleet wins top Arlon Graphics status
Achievement of platinum partner status follows the successful completion of training and assessment of all Mediafleet’s 14 fitters to the required standard.
Stay safe with winter tyres
Winter tyres improve traction in slippery conditions and are designed to help maintain better control of the vehicle when the roads deteriorate. The tyres work best when temperatures drop below seven degrees, improving the traction, grip and breaking performance.
How to brand your business van to attract more customers
MARKETING campaigns can be rather costly, which is why so many small business owners don’t ever create a separate budget for it. Of course, not doing marketing the right way is one of the worst mistakes a business owner can make, but it’s also rather easy to understand their point of view. After all, it’s already hard to take care [...]
Choosing the right van – why a tipper was right for JS Berry
PRESTON-based demolition and groundworks contractor JS Berry has just added a tipper to his fleet. When proprietor James Berry established his company 12 years ago he had but one vehicle. He now runs eight. And now has added a converter built Fuso 3.5-tonne Canter 3C15 to his growing fleet. The truck is fitted with an alloy tipping body with large [...]
Vauxhall vans get converted for construction supplier
A FLEET of Vauxhall vans was built by Clarks Vehicle Conversions to meet the demands of Hanson UK, a leading supplier of heavy building materials to the UK construction industry. The brief was to create safe and practical tool vans for the vans’ crews. So to raise the safety standards, lockable cages and metal racking were installed in the vans [...]
Email addresses can cost business for van drivers
HARD-working van drivers are being warned that using generic email addresses can cost business by proving an unprofessional turn-off. Thousands of small British business are still using generic web based email accounts on their liveried vans because they fail to understand how easy and inexpensive it is to set up a web domain. Now van leasing giant LeaseVan.co.uk has warned drivers they [...]
Powering up the van for multitude of tasks
WHEN leasing a van, it’s worth considering the optional extras that the lease hire company offers – including on-vehicle power. Paul Smith, commercial manager at Winton, explains the benefits of powering up the van for a multitude of tasks. When a business owner takes out a van lease agreement, it’s worth reviewing the optional extras on offer - including on-vehicle [...]
Guide to van street food vending
SELLING street food from vans has become incredibly popular over the past few years, with the market being flooded with vendors of all shapes and sizes. Van Monster, the UK’s largest used van retailer, part of Northgate plc, has some tips on street food vending to help businesses wanting to get involved in this revolution. The popularity of street food The numbers definitely [...]
Big vans market hotting up for Christmas
SHOREHAM Vehicle Auctions (SVA) reports the 3.5T big vans market hotting up for Christmas, ready for an expected boom in online retail sales. Following two recent 80% conversion sales, any make or model of 3.5 tonne used van has been selling quickly and for solid prices with buyers hoping to get stock under their belt prior to companies increasing delivery [...]
Get your conversion factory approved as Ford launches Qualified Vehicle Modifier programme
New Ford Qualified Vehicle Modifier scheme accredits converters modifying Ford vehicles These factory approved conversions offer peace of mind that matches Ford’s own warranty in terms of mileage and duration Converters must also have adequate liability insurance First seven converters named as Ford launches Ford Qualified Vehicle Modifier programme A FORD Transit is a great van. We know that. But [...]
Isuzu adds Raptor bed-liner coating to D-Max accessories
HARD-WORKING owners of the Isuzu D-Max pick-up who want to protect their load area from scratches and damage from awkward loads will be pleased to hear that the company are offering the Raptor bed-liner coating as an approved accessory. Usually customers only have the choice of ABS plastic load liners, but Isuzu wanted a tougher option to fit in with [...]