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Image: Ford UK The competition for the medium-sized van crown has never been more fierce but we have worked on compiling a list to help you understand the best of the best. Popularity for medium vans has increased dramatically over the past 5 years and so have the models offered. Thanks to better fuel economy and a sensible driving position, these workhorses are boasting some of the best sales figures of any vehicle sector. Considering everybody is shouting about electric and hybrid vehicles, diesel is still the go-to power source because it offers the best performance and efficiency. That being said, the next few years may see a different turn of events as Ford are launching their hybrid Transit Custom while Volkswagen are going straight to an all-electric e-Transporter that could be making an appearance in the UK as early as 2020. Whilst most consumers and businesses are buying the mid-size vans for its carrying capabilities, some models have car-like driving features li...

Here are some of the questions that you will be asked during your application that you can help to assist you with getting cheaper van insurance. Before you go on and read through this article, we must stress that you should always answer questions truthfully during an application. 1.      Do you want Comprehensive or Third-Party insurance? Well, this all depends on the age of your vehicle. If you are rolling around in an old banger then perhaps third-party is the best option for you whilst more expensive vehicles are better suited to having fully comprehensive cover. 2.      Does your vehicle have any security features? If your van has security features like and alarm, immobiliser or it is even kept in the garage then make sure you tell your broker because these will help your cause when they begin pricing you up. 3.      Do you have any other policies with us? The more policies you have with...

Now it isn’t very often that we see the name ‘Royal Mail’ and ‘green’ in the same sentence purely because the nature of their business requires them to have a huge number of vehicles on our roads. This week they embarked on a new, cleaner journey by delivering parcels in nine commercial trucks of varying sizes out of Royal Mail’s central London depot. The vehicles were are fully electric and have been home-grown in Oxfordshire by the automaker Arrival. The maximum they can do is 100 miles from a full charge. Previously known as Charge Auto, Arrival are equipped to produce over 50,000 electric vehicles per year using nothing but AI and robots in their new Banbury factory. Van Leasing The Royal Mail successfully trialled electric vehicles earlier on this year and have since committed to purchasing 100 all-electric vehicles from Peugeot. Such a commitment has meant that they are now installing vast quantities of charging points in the depots up and down the countr...

I’m sure that many of us can relate to what we are about to disclose but we thought it was only just that we do what we can do help save your van. Without realising it, many of your everyday habits are ruining your vans and causing unnecessary strain on your workhorse. Thanks to work done by the RAC, we have here for you the top 8 habits that reduces the lifespan of our van. 1.      Flooring the accelerator in a high gear As many of us are now driving relatively new vans you may notice a little indicator light that appears on the dashboard as you are moving through the gears. This magical feature is there for a reason and will avoid the engine working harder than it needs to. Make sure you pay close attention to this light during your future journeys. Ford Transit Leasing 2.      Overloading your van Some vans have a helpful indicator that notifies you if you have overloaded the cargo area, the Citroen Berlingo is a fine examp...

Self-Driving Vans Have Arrived Thanks to a self-driving technology partnership between Lyft and Waymo, we can now expect to see self-driving vans on the streets in the coming months. As an initial move, Lyft customers in the metro Phoenix area will have access to 10 Waymo vehicles in the next few months. You'll just have to pick the vehicle type from the Lyft app, much like you would with any other ride option. The move will both expand the reach of Waymo's  fledgling self-driving operations  and provide "valuable feedback." FordTransit Custom Leasing Deals in Bridgend It is a shock move from Waymo who have chosen to team up with a company that has posted a substantial $1.1 billion loss during its first quarter of 2019. Even though that sounds a lot, after delving in to it you could probably take out the one-time costs of stock compensation after going public so the real loss stands at around $211 million which I guess is a step in the right direc...

Top 4 Places to Drive in Wales this Summer Summertime is arguably the most enjoyable part of the year with the lighter evenings, smell of barbeques and on most days; a wonderful warm breeze. You don’t have to go far to enjoy some of the most breath-taking views in the country with Wales offering a wide choice of routes to admire such scenery. Here are our top 4 places to drive in Wales during the summer. Gower A coastal route with worldwide fame and plenty of beaches for drive around. There is a traditional feel to all of the pubs and hotels in the area with the vast majority open all year round. If you enjoy a game of golf you might want to stop at the prestigious Pennard Golf Club or perhaps you can brush up on your local history knowledge by visiting King Arthur’s Stone. Of course, we cannot mention the Gower without referring to the surf culture that has dominated this part of Wales for years. This place seems to have something for everyone. Ford Tra...

Not Wearing Sunglasses Behind the Wheel Could Land You With a £5,000 Fine and 9 Penalty Points It has been announced that drivers who get behind the wheel without the appropriate eye wear could be slapped with a fine of up to £5,000. While it isn’t illegal not to wear sunglasses when driving in bright conditions, you could be slapped with a careless driving charge if you are driving without glasses during certain times of the day when glare becomes more of an issue. Ford Transit Custom Leasing Deals Police can now stop you claiming that you are “driving without due care and attention” if they catch you driving without tinted lenses while the sun is shining in your eyes and you momentarily take your eyes off the road. If you are like us and enjoy reading the Highway Code before bed, you may remember Rule 237 that states that you must slow down and, in some cases, pull over if you are dazzled by bright sunlight. Earlier this year you may recall a slight road ...

Top 6 Pickup Offers in Swansea, South Wales A pickup has an open cargo area with low sides and a tailgate separated from the driver and passengers by the enclosed cab area. Since the 1950’s these vehicles were primarily a work tool with very few creature comforts. Today, less than 15% of owners have reported that they use their pickup for any sort of wok purposes. We have compiled this list of the Top 6 Pickup offers to be as transparent as possible to our customers. These pickup deals are all based on Business Contract Hire agreements with 9 advance rental payments followed by 47 monthly repayments. Unlike many other brokers, we advertise a realistic mileage allowance so for this exercise we have opted for 15,000 miles per annum. They are all customer maintained however if you would like a quote that contains a servicing package then please get in touch by calling a member of our team on 01792 712 555. 1. Isuzu D-MAX Diesel 1.9 Eiger Double Cab Automatic for on...

NEW FORD ECOSPORT OFFER We love providing our customers with the best value for money, and this time is no different. Introducing the head-turning Ford EcoSport ST-Line. This vehicle is available now with immediate delivery and a choice of colours including Race Red, Frozen White, Moondust Silver, Lightning Blue and Agate Black. Our offering on a new Ford EcoSport ST-Line 1.0 EcoBoost 125ps Petrol actually comes out £1,470 cheaper than a dealer in Bridgend. Their breakdown is a £2,251 deposit followed by 37 payments of £275 per month with a mileage allowance of 6,000 per annum. OUR NEW FORD ECOSPORT ST-LINE OFFER Deposit: £2,241 Months: 36 Monthly Payment: £249 Mileage Per Annum: 12,000 Type: Personal Contract Hire ENQUIRE NOW Offer is based on a brand new Ford EcoSport ST-Line 1.0 EcoBoost 125ps Petrol in Lightning Blue on Personal Contract Hire with 9 payments down followed by 35 payments of £249 and a mileage allowance of 12,000 per annum co...

Contract Hire Explained If you and your business are looking for fixed monthly payments and the opportunity to include a maintenance package to take away the worry of servicing, then a Contract Hire agreement could be the right choice. You have complete control over your monthly payment by selecting how much you want to put down as an advance rental and you can even choose the annual mileage allowance. One of the most popular benefits of Contract Hire is that you don’t have to worry about selling the vehicle at the end, you simply take it back to your supplier and give them the keys. The top 5 reasons businesses choose Contract Hire: 1.     No disposal problems at the end of the term 2.     Flexible rental patterns 3.     Off-balance sheet borrowing 4.     No final balloon payment at the end 5.     Keep more capital circulating around your business We offer Contract Hire a...

Ford have developed a new range-topping Transit Custom Sport van that will boast a 2.0-litre EcoBlue diesel engine that packs 182bhp. It is currently on sale for the list price of £32,270 and comes in both long and short wheelbase as well as in various body styles including the fast-growing double cab option. Buyers can opt for 415Nm and 182bhp in either a manual or automatic six-speed transmission. The changes also include a revision to the fuel injection system and a reworked low-inertia turbocharger which is claimed to improve the power throughout the rev range. Just like the other Sport models, this version will come with flared wheel arches, body coloured door mirrors, wider side skirts, a body kit, front and rear bumpers and finished off with a pair of racing stripes stretched across the bonnet. The inside also boasts an impressive layout with part-leather seats along with an eight-inch infotainment screen and a roaming WiFi hotspot. Optional extras can also ...

The Fiat Fullback pickup has been axed from the Fiat Commercial Vehicle line-up due to the new emissions laws as well as a poor sales record. Fiat announced the news at the Commercial Vehicle Show in Birmingham this year by Richard Chamberlain, head of Fiat Professional. Based on the popular and award-winning Mitsubishi L200 , the Fullback was due to be updated later this year but Fiat decided not to continue with its own version. It was originally a badge engineering exercise and the Fullback was the same truck as the L200 with a slightly altered specification. Although this announcement has sent ripples through the world of Fiat, the Professional range is marching strongly with the remaining line-up including the Ducato, Talento, Doblo and Fiorino. This all translates that even with the new emissions laws coming in to force in September 2019, they will all meet the guidelines. Before you go, take a look at our new van leasing offers . new van leasing weddin...