News October - 2011

Take the worry out of driving this winter with Cold Weather tyres 26/10/11

A series of tests from the tyre manufacturer Continental have demonstrated that Cold Weather tyres provide significantly better grip for accelerating, cornering and braking than normal radials when the temperature falls below 7°C more info

The canny approach to CPC training 21/10/11

 “We wouldn't be surprised if canny firms adopt a strategy of booking their CPC training modules now for their drivers to embark on nearer the deadline”, says the FTA more info

Mercedes-Benz Axor offers best of both worlds for John T Evans 20/10/11

The Mercedes-Benz Axor is impressively reliable and fuel-efficient, but it’s also a big hit with drivers – so says haulier John Evans, who has just taken delivery of another two examples from South Wales dealer Euro Commercials. more info

Huge cost of ‘blind spot’ accidents 13/10/11

The number of ‘lane change’ collisions has risen by 48% in the past two years and now accounts for more than 6% of all accidents on the UK’s roads more info

Wholesale van values stabilise in August 09/10/11

Average wholesale used van values stabilised in August, with Manheim Remarketing recording an increase of just 0.5% (£19) to £3,869 more info

Multiple benefits from van tracking systems 02/10/11

Vehicle tracking is becoming a critical operational tool for many fleets – and van operators in particular more info