Latest Vans News 
Mercedes-Benz increases market share in the 1.8-3.5 tonne segment
Mercedes-Benz has reported its market share increased last year - despite the recession - in the 1.8-3.5 tonne segment. Following a strong 2009 sales performance by the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Vito model range, the brand secured market share of 14.96%, increasing its five year market share average by a remarkable 3.4 percentage points. Although not immune to the falling market (Mercedes-Benz experienced a drop in new van sales of 27% in 20... [more]
Renault expands compact van range with Kangoo Van Maxi and New Trafic
The launch of New Kangoo Van Maxi sees Renault become the market's only manufacturer to cover the complete spectrum of business user needs by offering the same compact van in a choice of three different sizes. Renault is introducing two further new models: New Kangoo Van Maxi and New Trafic. Kangoo Van Maxi Alongside Kangoo Van Compact and Kangoo Van, Kangoo Van Maxi completes the Renault compact van range – a range which features three dif... [more]
Citroen launches LCV Enterprise range with enhanced specification
Citroën has launched a seven-strong LCV ‘Enterprise’ range of Nemo, Berlingo, Dispatch and Relay panel vans. These new Enterprise models, with their carefully considered and enhanced specification, are based on the best-selling versions in their respective ranges. The new Enterprise vans, which have amongst the highest levels of standard equipment available on any van in the UK, deliver significant driver comfort, enhanced communications and a... [more]
2010 specification upgrade for Citroën Berlingo First
Citroën’s Berlingo First 1.6HDi 75hp 600kg panel van is now fitted with a ‘Plus Pack’ as standard. This adds high-frequency remote control central locking, electric front windows and electrically adjustable/heated door mirrors to the Berlingo First specification. In addition, for 2010, the Berlingo First van also gains a near-side sliding side load door as part of its standard equipment. Charles Peugeot, head of commercial vehicles and ... [more]
Ford named most reliable van manufacturer in Britain
According to the annual reliability survey of more than one million vehicles, Ford has been named as Britain's most reliable van manufacturer. In a double success, the Transit was named the most reliable van for the third year running, with the Transit Connect in third place. The leasing and contract hire companies – all running multi marque fleets – rated vehicles according to breakdowns per 100 of each model. This year's survey covered a to... [more]
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Vans in the news
Ford Econoline Vans Being Targeted By Auto Thieves (Times Newsweekly)
by Sam Goldman Auto thieves are targeting vans in an ongoing pattern, the 108th Precinct’s commanding officer told residents attending the precinct’s Community Council meeting Tuesday, Feb. 23 at Sunnyside Community Services. read more
Vans Get Dope (Vibe Magazine)
You might have a few other things on your mind before Earth Day comes around on April 22: Spring Break if you’re still rolling on your parents’ dime, Tax Day if you’re not. Either way, Vans has you covered for each occasion with the release of their Vans Authentic Hemp collection.
Azure Dynamics: AT&T Purchases Ford Transit Connect Electric Vans (T-Net British Columbia)
Vancouver, BC, March 9, 2010--(T-Net)--Azure Dynamics Corporation today announced AT&T has agreed to purchase two of the first Ford Transit Connect Electric vans, the latest addition to AT&T's growing fleet of alternative-fuel vehicles.
European vehicle output slumps (AP via Yahoo! Finance)
European car makers say vehicle production in 2009 was at the lowest level in 14 years. A Thursday report from auto makers' group ACEA says some 15.2 million cars, trucks, vans and buses were turned out in Europe last year, the lowest level since 1996.
Bills target speed vans (The Lafayette Daily Advertiser)
A New Orleans legislator has introduced several bills that would outlaw or require a public vote on the continued use of red-light traffic cameras and speed vans.
European Vehicle Output Plunges (Manufacturing.net)
Report from automakers' group ACEA says some 15.2 million cars, trucks, vans and buses were turned out in Europe last year, the lowest level in 14 years.
Limerick Post News Video (Limerick Post)
FORD has pipped Toyota in the national sales figures for new cars for February, although Toyota are out ahead in Limerick for new registrations. Passenger car sales went up a god 38 per cent and new vans almost double that at 72 per cent.
Nissan has a grand plan for full-size van (Detroit Free Press)
Nissan will challenge General Motors' and Ford's stranglehold on the market for full-size vans when it unveils its big NV today.
Fiat Professional All Set for Food & Drink Logistics Show (The Auto Channel)
SLOUGH, UNITED KINGDOM – March 11, 2010: Two new vans – one of them the newly-launched Doblo Cargo – will be highlights of the Fiat Professional stand at this year’s Food & Drink Logistics Show 2010.
Converted taxis banned (Independent Online)
The Western Cape will no longer register or issue licences for converted Toyota Quantum panel vans to operate as taxis, says Transport MEC Robin Carlisle.
