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Ford to introduce two zero-emission full battery-electric vehicles

Ford's European electrification programme announced in March sees the introduction of two zero-emission full battery-electric vehicles, including the Transit Connect Electric light commercial vehicle in 2011, followed by the next generation Ford Focus Electric in 2012. A hybrid and a plug-in hybrid derivative of the all-new C-MAX, plus another hybrid-electric model will follow by 2013. As a result, Ford will deploy a versatile people carrier ... [more]

Peugeot vans now covered by a 100,000 mile warranty

Peugeot has announced that its Light Commercial Vehicles from the Bipper Van to the Peugeot Boxer are now covered by a 100,000 mile warranty. The Peugeot Bipper, Partner, Expert and Boxer range of Peugeot Light Commercial Vehicles including Motorhomes and Converted vehicles, but excluding the 207 Van, now benefit from a 100,000 mile warranty. The Tepee derivatives and Tepee-based conversions such as the Expert Taxi, which are classified as pas... [more]

The Mercedes-Benz battery-electric Vito E-CELL is ideal for inner-city operations

Experts are convinced that in highly populated areas with dense infrastructures, where exhaust and noise pollution levels are high, the future belongs to electrically powered vehicles. Additional incentives include a sense of responsibility on the part of businesses and not least the public relations effect of "clean" drive systems. Another motivating factor for the development of vehicles with electric drive is the conservation of finite resourc... [more]

Vauxhall improves Vivaro range and lowers the cost of ownership

Vauxhall Commercial Vehicles has introduced a number of wide ranging improvements across its Vivaro range. The upgrades will deliver improved operator safety and value for money while lowering the cost of ownership. Leading the charge are the improvements to the Vivaro Sportive model which allows customers to benefit from over £700 of extra features for a list price increase of just £250. Standard equipment on the Sportive now includes 16” fi... [more]

Vauxhall Corsavan Sportive selected by Solicitor Estate Agents in Scotland

Aberdein Considine, a leading firm of Solicitor Estate Agents in Scotland has recently taken delivery of 24 Vauxhall Corsavan Sportive model vehicles, which were supplied by Vauxhall Commercial Vehicle dealer Belmont Aberdeen on time, fully liveried and ready for the road. Aberdein Considine wanted vehicles that would make a clear statement about the company’s image. The Sportive model helps them to do just that with its sporty coupé-like ap... [more]

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Luxury Vans Are An Alternative To Flying
Some high-powered business executives have decided to forgo flying to some business trips in favor of decked-out vans. Texas company Mobilejets has Mercedes vans that have swivel chairs, wireless Internet and a bathroom with a porcelain toilet and fresh cut flowers. It's costs $250 an hour which is still cheaper than a private jet.

Vans on way to help Romanian orphans
THREE vans packed with much-needed aid set off from the North-East yesterday bound for orphanages in Romania.

'Poo-powered' vans hit the road
"Poo-powered" council vans take to the streets of Sheffield in an attempt to encourage sustainable motoring.

Straphanger van boost
The city will roll out vans on Monday to aid thousands of straphangers affected by the MTA's service cuts, with the vehicles tracing eliminated bus routes, sources said. The vans will seat 16 to 20 passengers and charge $2. They'll be regulated by the Taxi and Limousine Commission...

Skate over to the Vans discount store
My 13-year-old kid just loves all things Vans, especially Vans shoes, which apparently are legally required for all students at his middle school. At least that's his version of things. But I'm a single mom on a very tight budget, so cringed at the...

PSNI invest in 10 new speed vans
Civilians will be operating a new fleet of detector vans to catch speeding motorists in Northern Ireland.

Radar van locations
The city's two police radar vans are scheduled to snapphotographs of speeders at these locations today, according to theTucson Police Department:

Support plea for rural post offices
Rural post offices set up in shops, community centres and mobile vans are in danger of closing because of a lack of support from the Royal Mail, a consumer group has warned. Related Stories Young 'drink to bond with peers' Business jet 'took avoiding action' We’re sorry Coleen Rooney, say parents of prostitute Secret of male dancefloor success 'Quarter ready to borrow for pets'

Royal Mail goes green in Hebrides
Post vans try out hydrogen-fuelled deliveries in Isle of Lewis trial The nation's posties have used the greenest kinds of transport for generations, relying on their feet and their distinctive fleet of red bicycles to make their rounds. Now their delivery vehicles, too, could go green. For the last few months, it has emerged, the Royal Mail has been secretly testing new zero-carbon vehicles on ...

'Proper support' plea for outreach post offices
Rural post offices set up in shops, community centres and mobile vans were in danger of closing because of a lack of support from the Royal Mail, a consumer group warned today