Van Fleet World July 2018

July 2018

INSIDE

• MERC’S E-VA NS • SHO GU N SP ORT • SSANGYON G M US S O • PSA/VAUXH ALL UPDATE

POWER RANGERS

Electric and hybrid light commercial vehicles look set to start a revolution in the delivery market

vanfleetworld.co.uk

COMING SOON Out with the October 2018 issue of Fleet World magazine, FUELLING CHANGE which will look at every aspect of the debate currently raging around diesel, petrol and hybrids. It will look at the political, social, economic and business aspects of fuel choice, as well as giving fleets ideas on how to save money and run their vehicles more efficiently. It will also consider the full impact of the new WLTP emissions testing regulations, and what this means for fleets.

Find out more by emailing info@fleetworldgroup.co.uk

A

SUPPLEMENT

July 2018

INSIDE

• MERC’S E-VAN S • SHOGUN SPOR T • SSANGYON G MUSSO • PSA/VAUXH ALL UPDATE

POWER RANGERS

Electric and hybrid light commercial vehicles look set to start a revolution in the delivery market

Kia's K Ki ia a''s Albert Alb Al bee Biermann on the h importance of ‘fun to drive’

vanfleetworld.co.uk

contents

Director Jerry Ramsdale jerry@fleetworldgroup.co.uk Editor Dan Gilkes dan@fleetworldgroup.co.uk Business Editor Natalie Middleton natalie@fleetworldgroup.co.uk Content Editor Jonathan Musk jonathan@fleetworldgroup.co.uk

12

PSA/Vauxhall-Partner, Berlingo and Combo unveiled.

FW Editor Alex Grant alex@fleetworldgroup.co.uk Fleet Consultant Steve Moody steve@fleetworldgroup.co.uk Account Directors Claire Warman claire@fleetworldgroup.co.uk Yvonne Wright yvonne@fleetworldgroup.co.uk Kevin Gregory – Van Fleet World kevin@fleetworldgroup.co.uk Account Executive Darren Brett darren@fleetworldgroup.co.uk Circulation Manager Tracy Howell tracy@fleetworldgroup.co.uk Head of Production Luke Wikner luke@fleetworldgroup.co.uk

16

LAUNCH REPORT: SsangYong's Musso spearheads growth plans for the UK.

17 24

LAUNCH REPORT: Mercedes-Benz eVito and eSprinter driven.

Designers Dan Bennett dan.bennett@fleetworldgroup.co.uk Tina Ries tina@fleetworldgroup.co.uk

Published by

Paul Connor weighs up the benefits of contract hire.

Stag Publications Ltd, 18 Alban Park, Hatfield Road, St Albans, Herts, AL4 0JJ tel +44 (0)1727 739160 fax +44 (0)1727 739169 email vfw@fleetworldgroup.co.uk web vanfleetworld.co.uk

To subscribe to VFW visit: www.fleetworldsubscriptions.co.uk

19

ELECTRIC VANS Zero-emission delivery vehicle round-up.

Certified circulation Jan – Dec 2017 18,001

vanfleetworld.co.uk / 03

review Electric and hybrid drivelines are finally coming through to the light commercial vehicle market. VFW editor Dan Gilkes takes a look at what is coming.

A time of change “The automotive industry will change more in the next five years, than it has in the last 50.” That might sound like a bold claim, but coming from Mercedes-Benz Vans’ UK managing director Steve Bridge, it is certainly one that is worth taking seriously.

Vehicle technology has come on in leaps and bounds over the last five decades, particularly in relation to emissions and safety, but the basics of van design have not really changed that much. Nor have the dealers that sell them.

We are rapidly approaching a tipping point though, as electric and hybrid technology works its way through to the LCV sector. The next five years will see a significant move towards alternative power sources. More than that however, the way in which vans are supplied to end users will also have to change.

Mercedes talks about becoming a holistic transport solution provider, rather than a manufacturer of vehicles. The company knows that simply selling a van will not be enough to meet the needs of tomorrow’s customers. Indeed, some customers may well not even want to own their vans at all, as in the heavy truck industry, they will simply want to buy the use of a van.

All of which means that manufacturers will need to offer additional services, beyond repair and maintenance. Already Mercedes is acting in a fleet manager role for a leading parcel delivery company and this sort of partnership deal will continue to grow going forwards.

Disruptive influence One of the reasons behind the rapid rate of change in the transport business, is the addition of new players in the market. Vehicle manufacturers know how to compete against each other, but how do they take on the likes of Apple, Dyson, Tesla and other businesses that are starting with a clean slate? These companies disrupt the normal order, bringing new ideas and concepts to the market, some more successfully than others.

It’s a fascinating time to be an observer of the automotive business, though that may be of little consolation to today’s fleet managers. Faced with fast-moving legislation, rapidly changing market conditions and the mind-boggling options provided by a new range of vehicle providers, the decision-making process is unlikely to get any easier.

04 / vanfleetworld.co.uk

Don’t miss out on all the latest daily LCV news!

Visit our website vanfleetworld.co.uk

inbusiness

Fuel cell concept points to extended range M ercedes‐Benz Vans aims to tackle electric van range anxiety with the concept Sprinter F‐CELL. Shown alongside the new eVito and eSprinter vans, which will arrive in the UK in 2019, the F‐CELL concept uses a compact hydrogen fuel cell, designed to it in the standard engine bay. The fuel cell stack has 412 cells creat‐ ing 75kW of power.

This is passed through an inverter to an under loor battery pack, similar to those used in the new eVito and eSprinter. The 105kW battery, which can be wall charged for plug‐in use, drives

an electric motor through a transmission integrated into the rear axle of the van, delivering 147kW and 350Nm of torque.

Hydrogen is stored in four modular pressurised tanks, three beneath the van loor and a fourth in the rear of the van. The under loor tanks carry 4.5kg of hydrogen at 700bar, with the rear tank holding a further 2.9kg. This is enough to provide up to 310 miles of driving range, with the battery delivering a further 18 miles of pure electric drive.

Mercedes says the fuel cell driveline would suit van operators looking for electric drive with longer, inter‐urban range. This could include goods vehicles, people‐carrying transport or in the case of the concept, a motorhome. The fuel cell driveline adds just 200kg to the weight of the van chassis when compared to a diesel driveline, making it particularly suitable for van use. As a high payload can be maintained. Hydrogen, while not commonly avail‐ able yet, also has a rapid ill time, unlike recharging batteries.

The company is not giving a time to market or potential pricing for the F‐CELL. However, head of Mercedes‐Benz Vans Volker Mornhinweg said: “We will offer every commercial range with an electric drive, starting with eVito and eSprinter. With these we will already cover many, but not all cases with a zero‐local‐emission powertrain. We are enhancing our strategy with fuel‐cell drive, which offers substantial medium‐term opportunities, especially in long distance operation.”

from Astrata Run a more productive business Productivity

Safety

Increase capacity

Improve driver safety

Customer service

Insights

Exceed customer expectations

Make better business decisions

VanLinc – all the tools you need to get the most out of your van fleet.

Vanlinc.astrata.eu

+44 (0)203 002 1628

VanLinc@astrata.eu

inbusiness

VW and Ford hatch plans for vans

V

olkswagen and Ford have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore a strategic alliance, which could include joint development of a range of commercial vehicles. The two companies would not take an equity stake in one another, but would aim to strengthen their competitiveness in the market.

“Ford is committed to improving our itness as a business and leveraging adaptive business models, which include working with partners to improve our effectiveness and ef i‐ ciency,” said Jim Farley, Ford’s president of global markets.

“This potential alliance with the Volk‐ swagen Group is another example of how we can become more it as a busi‐

ness, while creating a winning global product portfolio.”

“Markets and customer demand are changing at an incredible speed,” said Thomas Sedran, head of Volkswagen Group strategy.

“Both companies have strong and complementary positions in different commercial vehicle segments already. To adapt to the challenging environment, it is of utmost importance to gain lexibil‐ ity through alliances.

New Sprinter gets Paneltex treatment

P

aneltex, the Hull‐based body‐ builder, has launched three temperature‐controlled bodies for the latest Mercedes‐Benz Sprinter.

They include a side‐loading refrig‐ erated home delivery body with a very low access height, eliminating the need for a side step. This single body has three compartments, for ambient, chilled and frozen goods.

The company has also developed its first rear‐loading home delivery vehicle on the Sprinter chassis‐cab.

This high payload, dual temperature

body, offering ambient and chilled sections, incorporates aerodynamic skirts and cab air deflector for urban hub and spoke operation.

The third new model is a panel van conversion, retaining the new Sprinter styling with a Somers Direct Air Cover hiding the fridge condenser and opti‐ mising air low to the heat exchanger.

The van includes dual temperature, frozen and chilled compartments, with a freezer‐grade sliding side door, to maintain ATP Class C standards in the front freezer compartment.

inshort

bitesize stories from a month in the van fleet world...

Van travel now safer In the last 10 years, accidents involving vans have fallen from 15,593 in 2006, to 13,125 in 2016, despite a 22% increase in mileage travelled. This is according to road safety charity IAM Roadsmart, which discovered that vans and light goods vehicles now cover 49bn miles a year on our roads.

The drop in accidents, with a similar fall in fatalities from 274 to 186, has been attributed to improved vehicle safety, but also to increased driver training. Over 37% of LCVs in Britain are less than five years old, compared to just 5% of cars, so are more likely to incorporate the latest safety and driver protection systems.

New Mercedes van service centre Mercedes-Benz South West has invested £1m in a new van service centre in Taunton, Somerset. The site has six bays with ramps, one of which can handle up to 6.5-tonne vehicles, along with an MOT lane for Class 4, 5 and 7 categories. The site also provides a base for a Mercedes-Benz Service 24h Sprinter service van.

CoolKit payload boost for Wellocks Specialist bodybuilder CoolKit has delivered the first fleet order for its recently announced insulated box van, which scooped this year’s Innovation Award at the Van Fleet World/Vans A2Z Awards. The body is said to provide customer Wellocks with a 15% payload improvement, up to 151kg per van, compared to the company’s previous vehicles.

06 / vanfleetworld.co.uk

I n t r o d u c i n g t h e N e w Tr a n s i t C o n n e c t a n d N e w Tr a n s i t C o u r i e r . A s h a r d w o r k i n g , v e r s a t i l e a n d r e l i a b l e a s t h e r e s t o f t h e Tr a n s i t R a n g e .

B o t h a r e n o w a v a i l a b l e w i t h g r e a t n e w o p t i o n a l f e a t u r e s i n c l u d i n g 6" c o l o u r t o u c h s c r e e n , v o i c e c o n t r o l , D A B a n d S a t N a v . O n t h e Tr a n s i t C o n n e c t , y o u c a n g e t p re - collision a s sis t an d a m o d em p rov iding li ve traf fic up date s an d a w i-fi hot sp ot, so you and your business can stay connected wherever you are.

W h e n b us in e s s d e m a n d s . We d e li ve r at f o r d .co.u k

Official fuel consumption ďŹ gures in mpg (l/100km) for the current Ford Transit range: urban 27.7-61.4 (10.2-4.6), extra urban 36.2-68.9 (7.8-4.1), combined 32.5-65.7 (7.8-4.3). Official CO2 emissions 226-112g/km.

The mpg figures quoted are sourced from official EU-regulated test results (EU Directive and Regulation 715/2007 and 692/2008 as last amended), are provided for comparability purposes and may not reflect your actual driving experience.

Mitsubishi Shogun Sport Mitsubishi's Shogun Sport returns, as the stalwart Shogun Commercial bows out, says Dan Gilkes.

SECTOR 4x4 van LOAD VOLUME 1.5m3 PAYLOAD 600kg POWER 181bhp CO2 227g/km

M

itsubishi has launched the Shogun Sport to replace mistakenly presses the accelerator at speeds up to 6mph. its ageing Shogun SUV. A previous Shogun Sport The Shogun Sport Commercial will come with heated was sold in the UK from 2000‐2007 and Mit‐ leather upholstery, 18‐inch alloys, electric seats, dual‐zone subishi claims there are still around 12,000 on UK roads. As climate control, full LED lights, Bluetooth and DAB with with the outgoing Shogun, the Sport will be offered as a Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The middle and rear rows commercial vehicle later this year. of seating are removed and a flat load floor installed, with a The Shogun Sport is a seven‐seat 4x4 that will be avail‐ small bulkhead lip at the front. A ful‐height mesh bulkhead able in two very generous trim levels – Sport 3 and Sport 4. will be offered as an option.

The commercial model will be based on the higher trim The rear side windows are blanked out and can be level Sport 4, as the majority of UK buyers for the former replaced by steel panels if preferred, allowing VAT‐registered Shogun Commercial opted for the range‐ customers to reclaim the tax. The result‐ topping Barbarian trim. ing load volume is an easily accessible All Sports are powered by a 181bhp 1.5m3 and the van offers a payload of up version of the firm’s 2.4‐litre diesel to 600kg. Mitsubishi claims that it is pos‐ engine, which delivers a generous sible to fit a pallet between the rear wheel 430Nm of torque. This drives through an arches, while the overall load length is eight‐speed Aisin automatic transmission 1,827mm. The 4x4’s towing capacity is and Mitsubishi’s Super Select II all‐wheel 3.1‐tonnes, slightly below the old drive system, that allows changes from Shogun’s 3.5‐tonnes. two‐ to four‐wheel drive at up to 62mph.

On the road, the rather gruff diesel In addition, the Sport is the company’s soon drops to little more than a murmur first model to get a Terrain Control System, unless pushed hard. The transmission is offering four off‐road driving modes for very smooth, slipping gently between gravel, mud/snow, sand and rock. Along gears, while the metal paddles found in with the centre differential lock that auto‐box L200 pick‐ups find their way comes as part of the Super Select system, into the Sport cab, for those that prefer to The Shogun Sport the Sport is equipped with a rear differen‐ change gears themselves.

Commercial is a huge tial lock for extreme off‐road conditions. It There are no prices yet for the Commer‐ step forwards from the also comes with Hill Descent Control. cial, though the Sport 4 car sells for £39,775. previous Shogun van, When driving on the road, drivers In terms of running costs, the company though some will miss benefit from Forward Collision Mitiga‐ claims that 32.8mpg should be possible, tion, with autonomous braking, Blind while CO2 is set at 227g/km. Service inter‐ that strong 3.5-tonne Spot Warning, a 360° camera and an vals are at 12,500 miles/12 months and the towing capacity. ultrasonic system that reduces the Shogun Sport comes with Mitsubishi’s five‐ chance of hitting obstacles if the driver year/62,500‐mile warranty.

what we think

10 / vanfleetworld.co.uk

ABOVE AVERAGE?

Discover how your fleet costs compare to your peers, and where you could make savings, with our new benchmarking service.

TAKE THE FIRST STEP TO BECOMING MORE EFFICIENT BY VISITING: LEXAUTOLEASE.CO.UK/BENCHMARKING

spotlight Citroën Berlingo / Peugeot Partner / Vauxhall Combo

Two become three Vauxhall Combo benefits from Peugeot Partner and Citroën Berlingo updates, says Dan Gilkes.

WORKING DESIGN Peugeot and Citroën will update their Partner and Berlingo vans this year, with Vauxhall also set to bene it from a new Combo line‐up. The vans will be avail‐ able in standard and long lengths (M and XL in Citroën terms), offering load volumes of 3.3m3 and 3.9m3. As with the existing Partner and Berlingo, a folding passenger seat extends that volume to 3.8m3 and 4.4m3 respectively.

Payloads range from 650kg up to a full one‐tonne for both standard and long versions. A low fuel consumption model will be restricted to a 600kg payload.

The longer vans will also be available with a factory crew cab, offering second row seating that can be folded to improve load carrying ability when required.

TECHNOLOGY UPDATE Based on PSA’s EMP2 people‐carrier platform, the new vans will feature a host of electronic driver assistance systems. This will include an Overload Alert System, to keep drivers within the law, and a colour head‐up display. Adaptive cruise Control, Active Safety Braking and an Automatic Electronic Parking Brake will also be offered.

The vans will be offered in two distinct speci ications, which Citroën calls Worker and Driver, while Peugeot will have models called Grip and Asphalt.

Citroën’s Worker speci ication and Peugeot’s Grip come with three front seats, 30mm raised ground clearance, a protective plate under the engine and gear‐ box and enhanced traction thanks to Grip Control with Hill Descent Assist.

Asphalt or Driver are designed for higher‐mileage users. They come with Comfort seats, Surround Rear Vision, an electric parking brake, a connected radio with eight‐inch screen, speed limiter and cruise control, auto lights and wipers plus a connected 3D navigation system.

A range of connectivity features will be on offer, including three different telematics packages from PSA’s Free2Move Connect Fleet. These use CAN bus data to provide accurate, real‐time data for leet managers.

12 / vanfleetworld.co.uk

AT THE WHEEL The three vans will use what Peugeot calls its i‐Cockpit, already seen on the irm’s cars. This uses a compact steering wheel and has the option of a head‐up display, to allow the driver to keep their eyes on the road ahead.

There is an eight‐inch touchscreen in the centre of the dash and a Surround Rear Vision system provides a view all‐round the van from the driver’s seat. The vans will come with two cameras, one at the base of the passenger side mirror and the other at the top of the rear doors.

The images are displayed on a ive‐inch screen located where the interior rear‐view mirror normally sits.

POWER OPTIONS

WHAT WE THINK...

There will be three diesel engines on offer, starting with a BlueHDi 75, matched to a manual five‐speed gearbox. A BlueHDi 100 with Stop&Start also uses the five‐speed box, while the range‐topping BlueHDi 130 S&S comes with a six‐speed manual or an eight‐speed automatic transmission.

For those moving away from diesel, there will be two versions of the 1.2 PureTech petrol engine – a 130bhp with the eight‐speed auto, or a 110bhp with the six‐ speed manual box.

Partner and Berlingo have remained strong sellers and have aged well. The new vans offer an up-to-date design, with two proper body lengths, a host of engine and transmission choices and plenty of new technologies. With Vauxhall now part of the PSA Group, Combo will also benefit from this major update.

vanfleetworld.co.uk / 13

THE ULTIMATE VIVARO. The Vivaro Doublecab comfortably seats up to six and still delivers the right amount of loadspace and payload.

The absolute best of both worlds. Spec it up to Limited Edition Nav and get even more.

Vivaro Limited Edition Nav Satellite Navigation | 17" alloy wheels automatic lighting | rain-sensitive wipers smartphone docking | vehicle graphics

SEARCH VIVARO OFFERS Official Government Test Environmental Data. Fuel consumption figures mpg (6.9), Extra-urban: 42.8 (6.6) – 51.4 (5.5), Combined: 40.9 (6.9) – 47.0 (6.0). CO2 emissions: # Fuel consumption information is official government environmental data, tested in accordance with the relevant EU driving style, road conditions and other non-technical factors. Correct at time of going to press.

(litres/100km) and CO2 emissions (g/km). Vivaro Panel Van range: Urban: 35.3 (8.0) – 40.9 178 – 155g/km.# directive. Official EU-regulated test data are provided for comparison purposes and actual performance will depend on

SsangYong Musso SsangYong’s new Musso pickup is critical to the firm’s ambitious growth plans, says Dan Gilkes.

SECTOR Pickup POWER 181bhp TOWING CAPACITY 3.5-tonnes CO2 211-226g/km

K

orean manufacturer SsangYong has launched an all‐ 20‐inch alloys, all terrain tyres, privacy glass and comes in a new Musso pickup, which it hopes will spearhead choice of Indian red or Space black. All Musso pickups will major growth in the UK market. Available in four come with a market‐first, seven‐year/150,000‐mile warranty, trim levels, all Musso models are double‐cab, with four‐ which will also be offered to customers of the new Rexton SUV. wheel drive. The trucks are powered by a 2.2‐litre diesel As with the previous Musso, and the Korando Sport before it, engine, delivering 181bhp and 400Nm of torque. the latest pickup has coil spring rear suspension, offering a This drives through a choice of six‐speed manual gearbox smooth ride. The truck also shares many components with the or an Aisin six‐speed automatic transmission, which adds firm’s latest Rexton, including its interior. This combination of £1,250 to the price, to a part‐time four‐wheel drive system. suspension and car interior, helps to make the Musso a sur‐ SsangYong is promising 35.8mpg and 211g/km of CO2 for prisingly civilised place to travel, with low noise levels and, par‐ the manual truck, with 32.9mpg and 226g/km for the auto‐ ticularly in the case of the automatics, a very smooth driveline. matic. All Musso pickups have regular service intervals of Manual trucks have a payload of 1,095kg, but a towing 12,000‐miles/one year. capacity of just 3.2‐tonnes. The automatic The range starts with the Musso EX, Musso has a 1,085kg payload, but can which at just £19,995 is one of the least pull the full 3.5‐tonnes. SsangYong is also expensive pickups on the market, under‐ claiming the highest combined payload cutting competitors by around 10%. and towing capacity on the market, with Despite that price, the EX comes with 17‐ the auto Musso offering a gross train inch alloys, DAB radio with Bluetooth, six weight of 6,750kg. Unsurprisingly, a airbags, electric windows, rain‐sensing tachograph is available as an option. wipers and auto headlights, manual air Though offering the deepest and one conditioning and remote locking. of the widest pickup beds in the busi‐ Move up to Rebel trim and you get ness, the firm will also assess demand 18‐inch alloys, roof rails, an 8‐inch touch‐ for a 400mm longer bed version later in screen infotainment system with Google the year.

CarPlay and Android Auto, a rear‐view SsangYong has completely reorganised camera, leather‐look seats that are heated its UK business, cutting short‐term rental Musso is a very capable and ventilated, heated leather steering deals and looking to build small fleet pickup, offering a lot wheel and black side steps. Above Rebel sales. The company wants to increase its comes Saracen, adding black alloys, nappa dealer network from the current 60 to 90 of performance and leather electric seats, projector headlamps, dealers, over the next three years. It also specification for the cruise control and various styling bars. intends to launch a new vehicle every money, with a classThe range‐topping limited edition Musso year through to 2022, with plans to more leading warranty.

Rhino (Musso is the Korean name for a than double UK sales to 8‐10,000 vehicles Rhino) gets the auto box as standard, over the next three years.

what we think

16 / vanfleetworld.co.uk

Mercedes-Benz Vans eVito & eSprinter The future is electric, as Mercedes-Benz Vans takes the wraps off two new e-van models, Dan Gilkes.

M

ercedes‐Benz Vans will launch an eVito towards the end of this year, to be followed by the eSprinter in 2019. There will also be an electric Citan at a later date. The eVito will be available in two wheelbases, offering 6.0m3 or 6.6m3 of load volume. Both models will be powered by three lithium‐ion battery packs, from Mercedes’ S‐Class plug‐in hybrid.

The batteries provide a 41kWh output with a potential WLTP range of 150km. Customers will be able to choose a maximum speed of 50, 62 or 75mph, depending on operation.

The eSprinter, will use a 10.5m3 short wheelbase body and will be offered with a choice of three or four batteries.

The three battery model will deliver 115km of range, with the same 41kWh output as the eVito. The van has a poten‐ tial payload of 1,040kg.

For those customers prepared to trade payload with addi‐ tional range, the four battery model delivers 150km of range and a 55kWh output, but only 900kg of load‐carrying abil‐ ity. In both cases, Mercedes will provide the batteries with an eight‐year/62,000‐mile warranty. Using a 7.2kW AC home charging point, the three battery vans will take six hours to fully recharge, while the four battery model will require eight hours.

No pricing has been revealed yet, but the company claims that over three years, with an operator covering up to 15,500 miles per year, a leased van would provide a neutral total cost of ownership gain versus a diesel model in Germany, where there is a Government allowance for elec‐ tric vehicles. The company has developed a TCO tool that will allow customers to input mileage’s, fuel and energy costs, to assess whether an electric van would work for them. In addition, it has an eVan‐ready app, that a leet can install on driver smartphones, that records current mileage’s and use, to demonstrate whether an electric van would be a practical replacement. Mercedes is also to offer customers a consultancy service, to assess their require‐ ments for charging and infrastructure needs.

The e‐vans have three driving modes. C provides full power and torque with full climate control, while E delivers full power and torque, but reduces the climate system to boost ef iciency. E+ cuts the power and torque for maximum range, though it still delivers enough acceleration to stay with urban traf ic. The vans use shift paddles to control four levels of energy recuperation. D‐ delivers maximum retar‐

dation, for single‐pedal driving in the city. D is normal regen, while D+ reduces the braking effect further. D++ is a sailing function for faster road use, with no braking effect. The vans’ brake lights are activated when strong deceleration is sensed, even if the brake pedal is not in use.

Cab heating is provided by a heat pump, that uses waste heat from the cab and from the battery cooling system. This heat pump can also be used to cool the air in warmer temperatures. In addition the vans will have electrically heated seating. An intelligent charging management app will allow customers to set preconditioning, for heating or cooling, while the vans are still connected to the grid, improving potential range.

vanfleetworld.co.uk / 17

feature electric LCVs

Improved battery chemistry gives Kangoo Z.E. a range of up to 170 miles

Electric LCVs

Electric and hybrid commercial vehicles are set to play a major role in the delivery market, says Dan Gilkes.

F

rom dieselgate to ultra‐low emission zones, tabloid hysteria to changing public perception, the call for an alternative to diesel has never been stronger.

Leaving aside the argument that Euro 6 standards have made diesel engines cleaner than ever before, car manu‐ facturers are dropping the black pump wherever possible.

Which, to be fair, is a fairly easy response for many car firms. They have a wide range of petrol engines on offer and have been working for some time on electric and hybrid drivetrains too.

The same is not necessarily true of van and truck manu‐ facturers. Certainly, those with a wheel in both lanes can call upon car technology to power their vans. However, as we have seen with a number of recent introductions, while a petrol engine can work well in a Volkswagen Caddy, the petrol option is less successful in the larger Transporter.

Vans and trucks are not simply larger cars. They have very different tasks to perform and operators have more diverse requirements to fulfil.

That’s not to say that things aren’t changing. Far from it.

In the last six months Van Fleet World has attended more electric and hybrid commercial vehicle launches, both van and truck, than diesel‐powered. What’s more, these are not some fanciful vision of the future that might make it to market in five or 10 years, but vehicles that are ready to work now.

We are entering possibly the biggest period of driveline disruption since trucks moved from steam to internal combustion. It’s fascinating for a journalist looking from the sidelines, but could be a headache for a fleet manager trying to make the right decisions for the next five years of van and truck operation.

vanfleetworld.co.uk / 19

feature electric LCVs

Master Z.E. uses proven technology within a gross weight of 3.1-tonnes.

ELECTRIC AVAILABILITY The good news is that, inally, leet managers are going to be offered a much wider choice of vehicles, drivelines and possible transport solutions. Unlike the car market, where range anxiety is perhaps the biggest issue holding back electric vehicle adoption, for many commercial vehicle operators the main concern has been weight.

Manufacturers agree that there are plenty of van users who complete less than 60‐70 miles a day, returning to a depot each evening, well within the potential range of an electric vehicle and easy to recharge. The big problem has been payload, particularly with the most popular 3.5‐tonne gross weight vans. Adding battery weight simply reduces the available payload, in many cases making larger electric vans unviable.

However, the Department for Transport (DfT) has now agreed to raise the permitted gross weight of electric vans, from 3.5‐tonnes to 4.25‐tonnes, without companies being required to hold an operator’s licence. For larger vans, this could be the much‐needed push that will allow leets to try a plug‐in alternative.

By allowing companies an additional 750kg of gross weight, the DfT has levelled the playing ield when compared to a diesel van, making electric drivelines a far more viable, if still more expensive, option.

“Iveco has been campaigning passionately on this issue for several years and we’re delighted with the DfT’s decision on relaxing O‐licensing for alternative fuel vehicles up to

20 / vanfleetworld.co.uk

4.25‐tonnes GVW,” says Martin Flach, Iveco’s alternative fuels director.

“We look forward to this being followed by a similar decision on driver licence derogation for 4.25‐tonne vehicles.

We are con ident these will support the uptake of ultra‐low emission vehicles, delivering much‐needed improvements in air quality for our towns and cities.”

Prior to this move, the most successful electric LCVs have been smaller models, primarily from Nissan and Renault.

Nissan’s e‐NV200 offers the same 4.2m3 load volume as its diesel counterpart, along with a competitive 703kg of payload.

The van is said to be capable of travelling up to 174 miles, with no drop in carrying capacity, answering the range question too. The e‐NV200 comes with three charging options, delivering a 30‐minute rapid charge capability or four hours on a regular wall box.

Renault also recently increased the range of its Kangoo Z.E. and Kangoo Maxi Z.E. models, updating the battery technology to provide a claimed 170 miles for the Kangoo Z.E.33. Renault has not equipped the vans with a fast charger, so a wall box offers the fastest recharge, at six to nine hours.

This proven driveline will also feature in the Master Z.E. available later this year. Offered in three panel van wheelbases and with two roof heights, there will also be a chassis cab option. The vans are said to offer up to 124 miles of range, with a 1‐tonne of load‐carrying ability.

Renault has bucked the trend, by giving Master Z.E. a gross weight of just 3.1‐tonnes, saying that to achieve the heavier

“We are entering possibly the biggest period of driveline disruption since trucks moved from steam to internal combustion.”

VW's e-Crafter is currently testing with customers across Europe.

3.5‐tonne weight would require an additional battery, in effect cancelling out much of the bene it. Master Z.E. will also be offered by Renault Trucks, which sells Master vans alongside its heavier commercial range.

There has been no con irmation yet from Renault, but the fact that both Kangoo and Master Z.E. models share many of the same components, suggest that an electric Tra ic would not be impos‐ sible to achieve in the future too, if there was demand.

Peugeot and Citroën have offered electric versions of Part‐ ner and Berlingo vans for some time. The two French LCVs also boast a fast charge facility, cutting the eight hours required when using a wall box to just 30 minutes for an 80% charge. Both van ranges are due for replacement later this year and the new model will also be badged as a Vauxhall Combo. No doubt that will lead to an electric van from Luton before too long as well.

Mercedes‐Benz has big plans for the electric market, both in vans and trucks. This year the firm will launch an eVito, followed in 2019 by the eSprinter and an electric version of the Citan. The eVito promises a maximum load volume of 6.6m3 with a payload of up to 1,073kg. Mercedes promises a fairly conservative range of 62 miles on a single charge, with no fast charge capability.

Volkswagen is introducing the e‐Crafter, which will also be offered as an electric TGE by sister company MAN. The firm is currently testing e‐Crafter vans with customers in the UK, Germany, the Netherlands and Sweden, before the e‐Crafter goes on sale in September.

The e‐Crafter makes use of the heavier 4.25‐tonnes GVW, offering a 10.7m3 load volume, with payloads of 1,000‐ 1,750kg, depending on model. A 100‐mile range is promised, though Volkswagen says the van has been designed for future battery technology, which could lift this to as much as 250 miles. Fast charging capability will allow an 80% charge in around 45 minutes.

Iveco recently updated its Daily Electric, which can be had in panel van and chassis cab forms, with gross weights up to 5.6‐tonnes. Customers can choose from one to three batteries, to suit individual applications, with the triple battery offering a range of up to 170 miles. A fast‐charge facility provides two‐hour charging to 80% for a rapid turnaround.

“Models like the Daily Electric have been available for years, we’ve just needed changes in regulation to ensure businesses keen to introduce cleaner vehicles aren’t penalised on payload, in a sector that is very sensitive to reductions,” says Flach.

LDV, a division of Chinese firm SAIC, also offers an elec‐ tric van at 3.5‐tonnes. The EV80 can be ordered as a medium roof, long wheelbase van, or as a chassis cab for conversion. Both vehicles offer a claimed 900‐950kg of payload, depending on body.

The driving range is said to be up to 120 miles and the EV80 comes with a fast‐charge capability, providing two‐ hour recharging. LDV is expected to add a second electric van to its line‐up over the coming year.

vanfleetworld.co.uk / 21

feature electric LCVs Ford’s Custom PHEV has a 1-litre petrol engine range extender.

LEVC's new van will use a 1.5litre petrol range extender.

HYBRID DRIVELINES The latest company to announce an electric van is LEVC, the company that build’s London’s black cab at a facility in Coventry. Also part of a Chinese automotive giant, in this case Geely, LEVC’s van will feature an electric driveline, with a 1.5‐ litre petrol engine used as a range‐extender to recharge the batteries. This combination will provide up to 80 miles of pure electric drive, with the range extender adding a further 300 miles of potential travel.

The LEVC van is a mid‐weight model, said to offer around 1‐tonne of payload in a body that will compete with the likes of Ford’s Transit Custom. It uses a modular aluminium chassis, which helps to keep weight down to allow for the added weight of batteries. The company will start trialling the van later this year, with sales to start in 2019.

The comparison in size with Transit Custom is particularly apt, as Ford is also taking the hybrid route, with the Transit Custom PHEV. Currently testing with customers in London, the van uses a 1.0‐litre EcoBoost petrol engine to power the batteries. Electric range is 31 miles, but the van offers up to 310 miles of overall driving range. As the engine and battery are smaller than a pure electric model, there is no loss of payload or load volume.

Perhaps less known as a commercial vehicle, Mitsubishi’s popular Outlander PHEV can also be ordered as a van.

Powered by a 2.0‐litre petrol engine, the PHEV offers up to 33 miles of pure EV range, with a potential hybrid range in excess

22 / vanfleetworld.co.uk

Berlingo and Partner will be updated later this year.

eVito leads the charge from MercedesBenz, with eSprinter to follow in 2019.

of 500 miles. The Outlander PHEV has a load capacity of 510kg and a 1.6m3 load volume.

Other newcomers to the market include Deutsche Post DHL’s range of StreetScooter WORK XL electric vans. The company has committed to building 2,500 EV vans, based on a Ford Transit chassis, by the end of 2018 for its own use.

However, Ford and DHL have not ruled out selling the van to third parties as well.

StreetScooter has also just taken an order for 200 electric vans from dairy distributor Milk & More. In a return to a familiar sight from our youth, the company will use the StreetScooter EVs as milk loats. The vans have a 905kg payload and an 8m3 load volume, offering a 75‐mile operating range.

There are other companies entering the market too. Arrival has provided a number of vehicles to Royal Mail, to transport mail between sorting locations within London. At the lighter end of the market there are a number of smaller utility vehicles with battery power, while Piaggio Commercial Vehicles has returned to the UK market, with electric versions of both the Porter four‐wheeler and the Ape three‐wheel delivery vehicle.

So, the market is growing, with a broadening range of vehicles to meet the needs of customers in different market sectors. There won’t be an electric van for everyone, or indeed for every application. However, for inner city deliveries, the E‐LCV or hybrid van makes a lot of sense as part of the transport and logistics solution.

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter With the third-generation Sprinter, the focus is on technology and connectivity, says Dan Gilkes.

SECTOR Large van LOAD VOLUME 7.8m3-17m3 POWER 114-177bhp GROSS WEIGHT 3.0-5.5 tonnes CO2 178-253g/km

M

ercedes’ Sprinter van holds an enviable position in will go on to allow customers to add functionality, both from the UK large van market, attracting a big share of Mercedes and from third‐party suppliers, making it possible the home delivery and courier business, a major to use the system with existing and future fleet management slice of the supermarket delivery sector and with a solid grip and telematics systems. on the blue light arena among others. Changes to what has The eight Mercedes packages available from day one been a very successful formula have, therefore, to be well include vehicle supervision, fleet communication, mainte‐ thought out and to bring a noticeable benefit to the customer. nance management, accident management and a digital While the van’s external appearance is not going to make driver’s log. All of these systems will make full use of the new many waves among buyers, some of the technology on offer MBUX multimedia system, which comes as standard in the beneath the skin of the latest Sprinter may take a bit more UK with a seven‐inch colour touchscreen, but is also offered time to catch on. with an incredible 10.25‐inch high‐defini‐ “Customers need to be asking not, tion touchscreen as an option. Satellite what is it going to cost me, but what is it navigation is available on both, though going to save,” says Mercedes‐Benz Vans Mercedes warns that it can only be speci‐ managing director Steve Bridge. fied from the factory; there will be no “The automotive industry will change option to retro‐fit satnav at a later date. more in the next five years, than it has in MBUX makes big use of voice control, the last 50 and we are shifting from being with the driver starting any command a vehicle manufacturer, to providing a with the opener “Hey Mercedes….” The holistic transport and mobility solution.” system asks what is required, offering Sprinter is going to be at the heart of navigation, mobile communications, local this change, though it too will have to information such as restaurants or fuel move from being simply a piece of hard‐ station locations and can even adjust ware, to providing a combination of hard‐ functionality within the van. During our ware and software solutions. In turn, test drive the Traffic Alert function kept Mercedes‐Benz Vans is planning to cutting in, though the radio volume was The availability of front become an integral component in the muted. We simply asked Mercedes to turn as well as rear-wheel drive way its customers run their businesses, off Traffic Alert and it happened. may have grabbed the providing far more than just the van.

You get the feeling that we are just initial headlines, but the At the centre of this change is connec‐ scratching the surface at present, yet big impact of this thirdtivity and all new Sprinters will have a already it is impressive stuff. Van opera‐ high‐speed internet facility built in. Mer‐ tors are having to rapidly change to meet generation Sprinter will cedes will use this to offer up to 18 PRO the needs of an increasingly on‐demand, be technology-based.

Connect packages, though only eight will online market. The new Sprinter shows be available initially. However, the unit that van manufacturers must do the same.

what we think

vanfleetworld.co.uk / 23

feature contract hire

Total cost of ownership Contract hire or outright purchase? Paul Connor says to keep your options open.

B

efore you decide to contract hire, lease or outright purchase vehicles, it is crucial to fully test the market place irst. All three funding solutions have a role to play and no one method is suited to every set of circumstances.

Wherever possible, go out to tender to the whole market place, to manufacturers, leasing and contract hire companies and ask for their advice on how best to acquire and maintain the vehicles for your speci ic operation. Once you have all three approaches – a purchase option, a lease‐only option and a contract hire option – evaluate them side by side.

Too many assumptions and predictions, possibly based on out‐of‐date information, can prevent organisations from choosing the right approach. With particular regard to contract hire, there are some common misconceptions.

For example, some local authorities believe it is cheaper to fund vehicles through borrowing from the Public Works Loan Board, rather than via a contact hire company, as the assump‐ tion is they will have a higher cost base. This isn’t strictly true and all contract hire companies have different ownership and funding models.

CASE STUDY Lichfield & Tamworth Joint Waste Service In 2016, SFS started a six-year contract hire agreement with Lichfield District Council and Tamworth Borough Council’s Joint Waste Service, to provide vehicles and maintenance services.

“Prior to going out to tender we looked at all the options, such as operating leases or purchasing the vehicles and doing the maintenance ourselves. However, after a full evaluation we concluded that a contract hire agreement like this takes out all the risk and gives us peace of mind,” said Gary Brownridge, streetscene and fleet manager, Lichfield District Council.

“SFS always has mechanics available, as well as spare vehicles to hand to meet seasonal demand or if one of our vehi‐ cles breaks down. We are always guaranteed a full working fleet.”

As part of its bid, SFS included plans to utilise Lichfield District Council’s current workshop to carry out the maintenance work on its vehicles.

“SFS drew up a clever payment package, enabling us to use their engineers for free in return for the use of our workshop. They also refurbished the workshop and furnished it with brand new equipment,” said Brownridge.

In the case of SFS for example, it is the subsidiary of a FTSE 250 Banking Group (Paragon) and can therefore offer very competitive funding solutions. However, borrowing rates are just one piece of the cost of ownership jigsaw and to get the best value you need to look at whole‐life costs.

In a nutshell, if you outright purchase your vehicles you alone are responsible for the operational and maintenance costs of running that leet, including the risk for the disposal of those vehicles at the end of their life. Vehicle technology is developing quickly and there are new regulations regarding emissions, weight restrictions and safety being introduced all the time. What will those vehicles be worth in 5‐10 years’ time? Contract hire passes that risk to the leet provider.

Also, maintenance in many cases will be sub‐contracted to a third‐party provider, who is not necessarily incentivised to provide maximum vehicle availability. Conversely, contract hire providers share the same objectives as the leet operator i.e. to minimise vehicle downtime, run an ef icient service and keep costs under control.

In addition to maintenance and disposal, there are additional factors that can add to an organisation’s leet costs, such as the employment of a dedicated leet manager, the purchase and implementation of a leet management system and contingency support (e.g. spare vehicles) to deal with both planned and unplanned vehicle downtime. With contract hire, these services are often provided as part of the contract.

Vehicle technology is moving at a fast pace and what wasn’t viable two years ago is now worth consideration on a whole‐ life cost basis. With such a rapid pace of change it’s important to keep an open mind to the full range of procurement options. Why not therefore give the market the chance to deliver you the best solution?

Paul Connor is the head of Tenders & Procurement for Specialist Fleet Services.

24 / vanfleetworld.co.uk

MAN TGE With the arrival of rear-wheel drive, MAN has also entered the ready-bodied market, says Dan Gilkes.

W

hen MAN Truck & Bus joined the UK van market last year with the launch of TGE, based on parent company VW’s new Crafter, it arrived initially in front‐wheel and all‐wheel drive layouts. At this year’s CV Show in Birming‐ ham, the company added rear‐drive to the equation, as the flow of vehicles from the factory continues to grow.

While the addition of rear‐drive vehicles may not have that much of an effect on VW sales, as the company predicts the majority of Crafters will be front‐wheel drive, for MAN the rear‐drive TGE is a vital model.

With many customers coming from the heavy truck business, MAN is planning on around a 60% rear‐drive order book.

With drive to the rear, the company has also taken the opportunity to get into the rapidly expanding ready‐bodied market, with its Vans To Go range. To start with, that includes dropside and tipper bodies from Ingimex and a Luton body from JC Payne. All three will initially only be available on rear‐drive chassis cabs, though the company has said that it would consider front‐wheel drive conversions if there is customer demand.

The Ingimex tipper is built on a 3,640mm wheelbase TGE chassis, with a 3,270mm tipping body. It features a steel floor, 400mm aluminium sideboards and a single stage hydraulic ram with scissor mechanism to lift the body. As part of the Vans To Go scheme, the tipper is supplied with a manufacturer’s three‐year warranty to match the chassis.

The tipper is powered by the 140bhp version of VW’s 2.0‐litre diesel engine,

what we think A ready-to-go tipper with rear-wheel drive, should prove equally popular with MAN’s existing customer base and with companies new to the brand.

specification MODEL MAN TGE 3.140 SB BASIC PRICE £33,660 ENGINE 4-cyl/1,968 cc FUEL INJECTION Common-rail POWER 140bhp @ 3,500-3,600rpm TORQUE 340Nm @ 1,600-2,250rpm Weights (kg) GVW 3,500 CHASSIS KERB WEIGHT 1,886 MAX BODY AND PAYLOAD 1,614 MAX TRAILER WEIGHT 3,000 Dimensions (mm) NOMINAL LOAD LENGTH 3,200 WHEELBASE 3,640 Cost considerations COMBINED CO2/MPG 193g/km/38mpg FUEL TANK CAPACITY 75litres ADBLUE TANK CAPACITY 18litres OIL CHANGE 31,000 miles/2 years WARRANTY 3 year/unlimited miles

which is expected to be the most popular of the three on offer in MAN’s rear‐drive chassis. Van buyers can also choose from 120bhp or 174bhp outputs, while the base 100bhp engine is only offered in front‐ drive models.

A six‐speed manual gearbox is standard with all three engines, though an eight‐ speed automatic transmission can be ordered with the 174bhp version.

If you’re going to make an off‐the‐shelf conversion, the TGE chassis cab is certainly a good starting point. The robust interior has plenty of storage trays, cupholders and multiple door bins. It all feels suitably solidly built and, though some might find the plastics a little hard, should be easy to keep clean. The standard cab is well equipped, though MAN offers a host of comfort and safety packages to tailor the van to a customer’s needs.

With a partial load in place, the 140bhp engine has more than enough power to make swift progress. The tipper offers a comfortable ride, with secure handling and relatively communicative steering. All TGE models have plenty of electronic driver assistance and safety systems as standard, including Emergency Brake Assist, with a number of optional systems also on offer.

As with all Ingimex bodies, the tipper is well integrated with the TGE’s cab design and looks as if it came from the same factory production line. Which is the point really.

The Vans To Go line reduces lead times and makes it easy for customers to purchase a finished tipper from a single source, with the peace of mind of a full warranty.

vanfleetworld.co.uk / 25

Approximately how many commercial vehicles does your company operate?

Do you employ dedicated specialists to offer advice & guidance on LCV specification?

Do you offer non-maintenance contract hire on LCV’s?

Do you offer funding & maintenance for ancillary equipment fitted to the vehicle (tail lifts etc)?

Can you create bespoke return conditions for your LCV customers?

Do you offer pooling of excess and credit mileage?

Do you follow the BVRLA’s guidelines on Fair Wear & Tear for LCVs?

Do you offer packages that are based upon re-using bodywork or Interior equipment?

Do you offer guidance to clients on Duty of Care legislation?

Do you offer a design & build service for extensive bespoke conversions?

Do you offer and arrange long term vehicle evaluations (6 months duration)

MARKET OVERVIEW Contract Hire, Finance & Leasing

Arnold Clark Vehicle Management

6.5k

Days Fleet

2.18k

Lex Autolease

100k

Venson Automotive Solutions

5.5k

Zenith

17k

Key to services

Service provided

-

Service unavailable

Days Fleet

Arnold Clark Vehicle Management ACVM provides an end-to-end LCV service, which means our experts can help build a unique solution that meets the exact requirements of your business.

We’re one of the UK’s top vehicle leasing and management companies and benefit from of being part of the largest privately owned automotive company in Europe. On top of ACVM’s 50 years of experience, we offer an extensive range of manufacturers and funding options, a daily rental service, inhouse coachbuilders and digital print facility. Our consultants work with you to understand your business and develop a tailored and flexible solution, making it easy to get your fleet on the road and keep it running smoothly.

Founded in 1988, Days Fleet offers a comprehensive range of solutions to private and public sector fleets across the UK. We have the flexibility and the desire to deliver an outstanding service to fleets of all sizes. With no affiliation to a bank or vehicle manufacturer, we are well placed to offer impartial advice and to recommend the optimum fleet solution tailored to you.

We pride ourselves on our consultative approach by offering a flexible, yet comprehensive portfolio of products to suit our client’s ever-changing business needs. At the heart of all of our services are our experienced, dedicated team who work to meet all of your fleet requirements.

Contact: Calum Ewart Calum.Ewart@arnoldclark.com

Contact: Neil Vaughan neilvaughan@daysfleet.com

Tel: 0141 3222626 www.acvm.com

Lex Autolease We are the UK’s leading specialist commercial vehicle provider with access to expert advice from within Lex Autolease and across the wider motor industry. Let our skilled consultants and engineers build the perfect commercial vehicle solution for your business and overcome your unique challenges in the process.

By bringing together extensive expertise, innovative service and a comprehensive range of vehicle and funding options, Lex Autolease can keep your fleet running smoothly with unrivalled fleet management intelligence.

Tel: 08003 893690 www.lexautolease.co.uk

26 / vanfleetworld.co.uk

Tel: 0345 815 0019 www.daysfleet.com

Venson Automotive Solutions Venson is a hands-on fleet management specialist with a proven track record in reducing costs and increasing vehicle availability. It’s our level of experience, knowledge and service that allows us to give you the kind of impartial advice that has real financial returns whether your business is in the private, public, notfor-profit or emergency services sector. From sourcing the right commercial vehicles to funding, maintaining and delivering vehicle fit-outs, we handle every aspect and we don’t let our clients down.

Get in touch and reserve a free fleet audit and drive your business in a new direction.

Contact: Danielle Tilley - Business Development Director Tel: 08444 991 402 sales@venson.com www.venson.com

VAN SUPPLIER DIRECTORY FLEETW W RLD daily rental SHB Hire Ltd Tel: 01794 511458 www.shb.co.uk

Enterprise Rent-A-Car Tel: 01784 221 300 www.enterprise.co.uk

contract hire, leasing & finance

racking systems

tail lifts

fleet management software

Lex Autolease Tel: 0344 824 0115 www.lexautolease.co.uk

Bott Ltd Tel: 01530 410600 www.bottltd.co.uk

Ratcliff Palfinger Ltd Tel: 01707 325571 www.ratcliffpalfinger.co.uk

Bynx Tel: 01789 471600 www.bynx.com

Volkswagen Group Leasing Tel: 0870 333 2229

fleetworld.co.uk

DEL Equipment (UK) Ltd Tel: 01993 708811 www.del-uk.com

Promote your company here and online for just £400/year.

Penny Hydraulics Tel: 01246 811475 www.pennyhydraulics.com

Chevin Fleet Solutions Tel: 01773 821 992 www.chevinfleet.com

Telogis Tel: 0203 005 8805 www.telogis.co.uk

ODO Drive Tel: 01438 317731

Full listings online at

www.volkswagengroupleasing.co.uk

accident management Europcar Tel: 0871 384 0201 www.europcar.co.uk

Venson Automotive Solutions Tel: 08444 991402 www.venson.com

Tel: 01792 222133 www.daysrental.co.uk

0845 2172 608

Fourways Vehicle Solutions Tel: 0344 8000 385 www.fvsl.co.uk

Alphabet (GB) Limited Tel: 0370 50 50 100 www.alphabet.co.uk

Selsia

Tel: 0845 468 6800 www.selsia-vac.co.uk

telematics & tracking

www.ododrive.com

daysfleet.com

TRACKER Network (UK) Limited Tel: 0845 604 6091 www.TRACKER.co.uk

Teletrac Navman Tel: 0345 604 8813 www.teletrac.co.uk www.navmanwireless.co.uk

Full listings online at

fleetworld.co.uk fleet management

Promote your company here and online for just £400/year.

Zenith Tel: 0344 848 9327 www.zenith.co.uk

Nexus Vehicle Rental 0871 984 1947 www.nexusrental.co.uk

ALD Automotive Tel: 0370 00 111 81 www.aldautomotive.co.uk

CanTrack Global Ltd Tel: 01908 330385 www.cantrack.com

Tel: 0141 332 2626 www.acvm.com

www.quartix.net

euroShell Card Tel: 0800 915 6021 www.shell.co.uk/euroshell

TMC Tel: 01270 525 218 www.themilesconsultancy.co.uk

Promote your company here and online for just £400/year.

www.fleetoperations.co.uk

Tel: 0345 055 8555 Ctrack www.ctrack.co.uk

AVS Steps Ltd

Tel: 01939 235900 www.avssteps.co.uk

Full listings online at fleetworld.co.uk van liners

fuel management

Fleet Operations Ltd Tel: 0844 567 8000

STEPS Tel: 0870 013 6663

Arnold Clark Vehicle Management

AMBER CONNECT Tel: 01789 774413 www.amberconnect.co.uk

United Vanliners Ltd Tel: 01778 561900 www.unitedvanliners.co.uk

driver licence checking TMC Tel: 01270 525 218 www.themilesconsultancy.co.uk

vehicle CCTV Exeros Technologies Tel: 020 8303 1188 www.exeros-technologies.com

VAN FLEETW RLD SUPPLIER DIRECTORY

BP Oil UK Ltd Tel: 0845 603 0723 www.bpplus.co.uk

For more information, please contact Tracy Howell on 01727 739160 or email tracy@fleetworldgroup.co.uk vanfleetworld.co.uk / 27

More than just vehicle tracking...

• Driving style analysis • Unlimited geofencing • Management dashboards • Expected fuel usage

RTSYM HTSYWFHYьaь3T FZYT WJSJ\FQьaь+WTR f RYM

:MWMXŝwww.quartix.netŝSV GEPPŝ01686 807 607 to schedule a free demo