Registrations now open for the Commercial Vehicle Show 2016
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Registrations have opened for the 2016 Commercial Vehicle Show, the UK’s biggest event for the road transport, distribution and logistics industries.
The event is free to attend and all you need to do to visit is register via the official website at https://www.cvshow.com/webcontent/.
This years CV show takes place in five halls at the Birmingham NEC from 26-28 April and has already gained nearly 400 exhibitors with the number growing up until the event date.
There were over 19,500 visitors that attended the CV Show last year making this event the ‘go-to’ event for anyone involved in operating commercial vehicles, logistics and distribution-based businesses.
One of the main draws to the event is the inclusion of new vans for the year, with manufacturers such as Fiat, Ford, Isuzu, Citroën, Iveco, LDV, Mitsubishi, Peugeot, Toyota and Volkswagen attending making this one the most widely attended light commercial vehicle shows since the event started.
CV Show director Rob Skelton has said, "In 2015, the show was a massive success and saw an impressive increase in visitor numbers. Several key deals were done during the event, and we had some fantastic feedback from both exhibitors and visitors alike."
He also added, "In 2016, we’re looking to build on this and make the CV Show more effective and busier than ever – we’d encourage visitors to register now to avoid queueing, and also receive important updates in the run-up to the event."
28 Volkswagen Crafter panel vans added to the Northern Ireland Electricity Networks fleet
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Northern Ireland Electricity Networks have renewed their partnership with Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles by adding 28 Crafter Panel vans to their fleet.
The Northern Ireland Electricity (NIE) Networks are responsible for 47,000 kilometers of underground and overhead cabling that delivers electricity to 850,000 homes and businesses across Northern Ireland.
Currently comprised of over 400 vehicles, NIE Networks have added an additional 28 Crafter CVs to their fleet as part of their regular replacement vehicle programme.
The network opted for the Crafter CR35 MWB panel van which due to its spacious load capacity, rear-wheel drive functionality and ability to take bespoke conversions, thanks to this each of the new Crafter vans will be equipped with specially fit racking solutions installed.
David Corry, supply chain and fleet manager for NIE Networks has said, "As the network company, we have a responsibility to ensure homes and businesses across Northern Ireland have a reliable electricity supply. It was the reliability and the first-rate aftersales service offered by Volkswagen which helped to make it an easy decision when it came to replacing vehicles on the fleet. We have had excellent experience in the past with Volkswagen, and we’re pleased to continue the relationship."
Ford celebrates deal with the AA for more than 550 vehicles
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Ford are celebrating a recent order from the AA for more than 550 Ford Transit vans.
The order is made up of:
- 400 Transit Custom vans fitted out for recovery purposes,
- 700 Transit Custom vans for Battery Assist purposes,
- 9 Transit Custom vans for Fuel Assist duties,
- 70 Transit Courier vans for membership sales
AA's commercial vehicle fleet engineer Chris Wiltshire has said, "Ford Transit Custom is very well received, technicians like the working space, the cab and driving position, and we like it for the best load area in class, enhanced towing capacity and very good whole-life costs."
James Powell, Ford's direct sales business manager has also commented on the new deal stating, "This order further strengthens the ties between Ford and the AA, as Ford already has a long-running arrangement to supply 2,000 cars annually to the AA Driving School."
"We are pleased that the AA finds the Ford Transit Custom and Ford Transit Courier ideal for its needs, a cost-effective purchase and a valuable addition to its fleet of vehicles, many of which are doing vital work to help motorists stranded at the roadside."
Ford end their 50-years of van domination on a high
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The Ford Transit has lead the UK CV sector since its launch in 1965 and has helped Ford once again secure their position as number one.
Ford's Commercial Vehicle range has secured a 24.8 per cent market share thanks to a sales lead of 61,041 vehicles, up by 38.8 per cent against 2014.
In December 2015 UK CV sales were up by 20.3 per cent at 35,565 compared with December 2014 Ford's sales were up by 28.3 per cent at 8,165.
Andy Barratt, Ford of Britain chairman and managing director, said, “We aim to reinforce our sales lead in 2016, after very encouraging results in November and December that saw Ford exceed overall sales growth in all sectors of the market.”
Mercedes-Benz launches a Winter Driver Safety Guide
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Mercedes-Benz Vans have published a free to download Winter Driver Safety Guide to help van drivers during the run up to the winter months.
The guide offers readers a series of tips on maintenance and winter driving skills plus offers a handy wallet-sized cut out that features a 24/7 phone number that can be phoned for free road side assistance courtesy of Mercedes-Benz 'MobiloVan*' coverage scheme.
Click on the image above to open the Winter Driver Safety Guide.
Mercedes-Benz Vans managing direct Steve Bridge has said,"We are passionate about safety, which is why our vans are cited as some of the safest on the road thanks to their innovative technology."
"However, a vehicle is only ever as good as its driver, so we believe driver education is vital. This is specifically why we created our Industry Insight series, so that we can share knowledge and best practice."
Bridge went on to add, "A responsible driver will also aid in reducing vehicle downtime, which is another major focus for us. This is vital from a commercial perspective - a van can only earn its keep when it’s out there moving on the road!"
"I’m very proud to be launching the Mercedes-Benz Vans Driver Safety Guide, and although it contains MobiloVan information, which is specific for our customers, any van driver can benefit from the content, so I am especially pleased it is free and open for anyone to download."
*Applies to vehicles purchased from an authorised Mercedes-Benz Dealer, originally destined for and first registered in the UK on or after 01.10.2012.
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