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VAUXHALL’S NEW COMBO PANEL VAN BREAKS COVER
Vauxhall’s all-new Combo panel van is set to become a firm favourite of owner-drivers and large fleets alike with its combination of state-of-the-art technology and class-leading features. Available in two wheelbases, two heights, two gross vehicle weights (2,000kg and 2,300kg) two trim levels and with four engine choices, Combo boasts the highest payload (up to 1,000kg with driver), large load volume (up to 4.2m3), highest rear axle capacity ... [more]
Corsavan ecoFLEX is top of its class for CO2 emissions
Vauxhall’s new Corsavan ecoFLEX offers class-leading CO2 emissions of just 95g/km. The Corsavan 1.3 CDTi 16v (95PS) ecoFLEX Start/Stop achieves the sub-100g/km figure through a host of efficiency improvements including a variable geometry turbocharger, lowered chassis, aerodynamic wheel covers and optimised gear ratios with a ‘shift up’ indicator. These upgrades help the Corsavan ecoFLEX achieve Euro 5 compliancy as well as an impressive 7... [more]
100,000th Master van comes off Renault's production line
The latest Master is the third generation of Renault's large van. In addition to the range's breadth, the model features extensively revised, robust styling and significantly lower running costs (down 40 per cent), thanks notably to the fuel efficiency of the new M9T engine which is made in Cléon, France. Master is also more driver-friendly, while work has gone into stowage solutions and innovations like pivoting and retractable tables, Carminat ... [more]
Speedy Hire selects Ford's Transit ECOnetic vans
Speedy Hire has taken delivery of 19 of Ford’s super-efficient Transit ECOnetic vans. The Ford Transit ECOnetic was selected for its superior fuel economy, tax benefits and best-in-class CO2 emissions.The Ford Transit ECOnetic vans, supplied through Ford dealer Gordons of Bolton, will be used by Speedy’s engineers to provide rapid and efficient transport for maintenance calls around the UK. They join a fleet of around 2,000 vehicles – exclusively... [more]
Japan Post Service tests electric vehicle based on Nissan's compact commercial vehicle NV200
Nissan's NV200 was recently chosen as the next generation New York taxi. It is a model aimed for customers around the world, the next-generation compact commercial vehicle suited for a wide variety of situations including business, daily use, or leisure. Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. will begin global proving tests starting July 2011 of an electric vehicle (EV) based on the compact commercial vehicle NV200. For the first phase, the Japan Post Servic... [more]
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Vans holds party for "Surfjitsu" shoe launch in Laguna
It looked like a great party down in Laguna Beach on Thursday night, as Vans hosted a party for the launch of the "Surfjitsu" shoe.More than 300 people showed up for the party at the Vans by Thalia Surf Shop in Laguna Beach,...
Third Annual Nationwide Vans Custom Culture Contest Inspires Creativity, Awards $50,000 Prize to Support Arts in Schools
CYPRESS, Calif., Jan. 25, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- February 1, 2012, Vans Custom Culture national registration opens to all U.S.-based high school art programs, accepting the first 1,000 registrant schools ...
Vans Celebrates 20th Anniversary of the Half Cab Skate Shoes
Ask almost anyone who pays attention to the athletic footwear industry and they'll undoubtedly tell you that Vans is virtually synonymous with skate culture. It was a brand founded in the 1960s by what this world needs more of today, intuitive entrepreneurs.
Alex Sorgente Wins Vans Amateur Combi Pool Party on Jan. 28th
On January 28, 2012, the Annual Vans Amateur Combi Pool Party was held at the Vans Skate Park in Orange, California. Seeing the amount of unbridled, up and coming talent on display was a real treat. Alex Sorgente, who is one of my favorites, was there as was Heimana Reynolds and...
H.B. approves lease for first free Vans skate park
A free, world-class Vans skate park is very close to making a home in Huntington Beach.City Council members at a special meeting on Friday approved a lease agreement with VF Outdoor Inc. to construct a 50,000-square-foot park on nearly three acres at Gothard Street and Center Avenue.The park...
Rawie is Vans King of the Gap
SKATEBOARDERS taking part in the Vans King of the Gap were in for a treat as they traded tricks on a prop inspired by the world renowned Carlsbad Gap at the Capsquare Mall recently.
Vans and car in crash on A19
THE occupants of three vehicles all escaped without injury after they were involved in a collision on the A19 at Skelton near York.
Year’s Supply of Vans Skate Shoes Up for Grabs on Feb. 18, 2012
Do you have more skate skills than soles? Well you're in luck because your chance to even things out is coming up on February 18, 2012. Vans is holding a skate contest and the winner gets to take home a year's supply of Vans skate shoes.
Boulder company hopes electric vans will spark
Boulder company hopes electric vans will spark
Three vans burn in Lexington parking lot
Three vans burned Monday night in a parking lot just off South Broadway in Lexington. The vans were parked next to each other in a nearly-empty parking lot at 340 Legion Drive. Firefighters were called to the scene just after 8:30 p.m.
