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Sign-write your van to get more business Having your van professionally sign-written is one of the most powerful and cost-effective ways to promote your business (it even works when your van is parked up on the drive in the evening). So, don't hesitate to turn your van into a roving billboard...
Continue ReadingThe Friday Blog 12th April 2019 – Van Sales Riding The Economic Storm & New Stuff From Iveco, Volkswagen & Great Wall...
Vanarama's resident LCV expert Tim Cattlin takes his weekly tour through all the major news, views and gossip from the industry. Great Wall Rising From The Ashes? Anyone remember Great Wall? You're forgiven if not. Back in 2011 the UK importers for Isuzu and Subaru added the Chinese built...
Continue ReadingThe Friday Blog 5th April - Electric Ford Vans, Speed Limiters, Builders Backs and more
Vanarama's resident LCV expert Tim Cattlin takes his weekly tour through all the major news, views and gossip from the industry. Electrifying News From Ford At a major event in Amsterdam this week - apart from breaking the news that the manufacturer may consider leaving the UK if there...
Continue ReadingThe Friday Blog 29th March - A New Peugeot Pick Up, Tax Trauma and, 1200hp? Yes Please...
Every Friday Vanarama 's resident van expert Tim Cattlin offers his own take on what's hit the news (or gossip tree) in the world of vans and anything else that might impact van operators and drivers across the UK. A Peugeot Pick-up Pic… Well, I think so, putting two and two together…...
Continue ReadingULEZ - Are you going to be zoned out?
Changes are happening right now in central London that will affect thousands of van users. Vanarama's Van Expert Tim Cattlin takes a look at the implications of the new Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ), and how it's possible to avoid the charge altogether for, well, not very much expense at all… ...
Continue ReadingWho's a van man's best friend? A dog
IT'S NATIONAL PUPPY DAY! Sick of going 'mutts' thinking about leaving your furry friend at home alone? We've got the 'pawfect' solution… Vanarama's Tia Richards tells you more. Why not join the 200,000 drivers who take their dog to work? According to a study by Mercedes-Benz, van drivers seem...
Continue ReadingSomething for the weekend… A Tesla Teaser, Testing Times & Parking Predicaments
Every Friday Vanarama 's resident van expert Tim Cattlin offers his own take on what's hit the news (or gossip tree) in the world of vans & anything else that might impact van operators & drivers across the UK. The Tesla Pickup – Will We Ever See It? During the Model...
Continue ReadingWhat are the best vans for Builders in 2019?
It's often said that there isn't a bad van out there but, different trades need different things. A typical domestic builder or commercial building contractor in the UK needs a great combination of payload and body size (and, most importantly of all, plenty of room in the cab for coke bottles, sandwiches...
Continue ReadingTop 5 used van maintenance bills
…and how leasing will help you avoid them! Used vans look like a steal when you check out the price but add up all the predictable maintenance costs and suddenly that big bargain van turns into a big money pit. Vanarama's Tim Cattlin reveals the top 5 used van parts that can break the bank. ...
Continue ReadingSomething for the weekend - a refreshed Vito, rising used van prices and an electric van faux pas...
Every Friday Vanarama 's resident van expert Tim Cattlin offers his own take on what's hit the news (or gossip tree) in the world of vans and anything else that might impact van operators and drivers across the UK. The Mercedes-Benz Vito... is to get a few tweaks this summer. Remember the...
Continue Reading‘Why don’t I buy used rather than lease new?’
Vanarama's Van Expert Tim Cattlin shines a light on the realities of 'making do' with a used van when you could lease a brand new one from Vanarama. You can almost hear the sceptical tradesman chatting to his mates at the pub… 'I don't need a brand new van. Only a fool buys new, everyone knows...
Continue ReadingEverything we know about… the new 2019 Ford Ranger
The NEW Ford Ranger – all the details The best-selling pickup in Europe – the Ford Ranger – is about to get a "lick and a flick" update in the shape of the 2019 version due to hit the UK in June. The current model is facing stiff competition from the Mitsubishi L200 … will this new version be...
Continue ReadingSomething for the weekend… a fresh Ford Transit Custom, new-look Isuzu D-Max and more
Every Friday Vanarama 's resident van expert Tim Cattlin offers his own take on what's hit the news (or gossip tree) in the world of vans and anything else that might impact van operators and drivers across the UK. Another year, another Transit Custom Although it was only last year...
Continue ReadingThe Citroen Berlingo is back and it’s better!
The Citroen Berlingo may be a small van, but it's got A LOT to offer Guess what? Citroen have released ANOTHER Berlingo (hold on let's just count how many there are) yep, this will be the third generation Berlingo. But this time it's back and it's better. Vanarama's Tia Richards reports. ...
Continue ReadingVan & Pickup Leasing - How Does It Work?
Leasing a new van or pickup is a great way for sole traders, limited companies and small businesses to obtain a van without having to make an expensive initial cash outlay. It is essentially a long-term agreement that offers a simple and cost-effective choice for company vehicle finance. Steps of leasing...
Continue ReadingEverything we know about… the 2019 Commercial Vehicle Show!
We've got all the info on what you can expect to see at this year's Commercial Vehicle Show. So, if you want to be in the know keep reading… Vanarama's Tia Richards reports. It's the final count down Don't worry, this article isn't just about when this year's CV Show is happening, but...
Continue ReadingSomething for the weekend... VW's next-gen Transporter, Ford Ranger 2022 and more
Every Friday Vanarama 's resident van expert Tim Cattlin offers his own take on what's hit the news (or gossip tree) in the world of vans and anything else that might impact van operators and drivers across the UK. There's loads of news this week, so, here's a few snippets and we'll share the rest...
Continue ReadingWant to know what the e-Caddy and e-Transporter are all about?
The only way is electric with VW vans The Volkswagen Caddy and Transporter, two top-selling vans that you know and love, what could be better? If you want a van that electrifies you keep reading (que the clue card). Vanarama's Tia Richards tells you more. Drum roll please… Volkswagen have created...
Continue ReadingBe different with the Vauxhall Vivaro Deranged
The cool as a cucumber Vauxhall Vivaro Deranged If you're looking for a medium van or if you've already got one, it's likely to be a Ford Transit Custom and not a Vauxhall Vivaro . We don't blame you, it's the UK's best-selling van . But, I bet you're sick of driving the same van that...
Continue ReadingEverything we know about... the new Ford Transit
New Ford Transit... all the specs The market leading 'big' Ford Transit is about to get bigger. Well, maybe not literally but, having remained fundamentally unchanged since its launch in 2013, it's just about to have a little makeover designed to keep competitors such as the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter...
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