Tips, advice and news from MWVC http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog http://backend.userland.com/rss GoshMedia v1.0 This blog is about Nissan's ambition to take control of the commercial vehicle industry in India, by employing the help of Ashok Leyland. Nissan Motor Company, the huge vehicle giant from Japan, is planning to force their into the Indian vehicle market. Their aim is not only to sell more ordinary passenger vehicles, but light commercial vehicles as well. The Business Line recently reported this news, following a statement by Hideto Murakami, who is the Corporate Vice-President (Global LCV Business Unit) of Nissan... http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/nissan-aim-break-india.html http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/nissan-aim-break-india.html This is the third installment in my Vauxhall Vivaro blog series. Here I will be looking at the British manufacturer's decision to act upon Protean Electrics ideas and create an electric concept of the medium van. Following the footsteps of the Chevrolet Volt, Vauxhall has now decided to create an electric vehicle, although in this instance, a van. Presenting the Vivaro eConcept, an electric vehicle aimed at the commercial market... http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/vauxhall-vivaro-e-concept.html http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/vauxhall-vivaro-e-concept.html Below you can find the second installment of the Vauxhall Vivaro blog series, which looks at ways the vehicle is being further developed in terms of fuel efficiency. Economy Record Set by Vivaro A new fuel economy record has been set by the acclaimed Vauxhall Vivaro. It managed to travel the length of the British Isles, from John O'Groats to Land's End on just one tank of petrol. Allan Phillips, a valued customer of the British car maker, tackled the feat in order to raise money for charity - Breast Cancer Care... http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/fuel-economy-record-vauxhall-vivaro.html http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/fuel-economy-record-vauxhall-vivaro.html This is the beginning of a series of blogs about the great Vivaro van from Vauxhall. Firstly, here is my review of the latest model. Vans are no longer just big white boxes which are used to cram as much gear in as possible before being lugged to their destination. Nowadays, vans, particularly those from Vauxhall, are designed for pleasure almost as much as they are for purpose. The Dynamic Face Of The Vauxhall Vivaro image courtesy of http://infotruck.blogspot.com Style The Vivaro is a great advert for Vauxhall as being not just a great van manufacturer, but an overall great vehicle manufacturer... http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/review-latest-vauxhall-vivaro.html http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/review-latest-vauxhall-vivaro.html As 2012 is just around the corner, many are looking forward to the fresh start and the numerous opportunities for positive change that come with the arrival of a new year. Despite rumours of apocalypses to come, 2012 has much hope and potential for those looking to make positive change. If you haven't already devised your own ideas for a resolution this year and you drive vans for a living, you are moving house soon, or you just love vans, why not start somewhere simple and get your hands on one of Europe's best vans... http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/4-reasons-to-lease-a-nissan-nv200.html http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/4-reasons-to-lease-a-nissan-nv200.html Citroen Dispatch L1 1000 1.6HDI 90 Van From £150 a Month The excellent Citroen Dispatch L1 Diesel 1000 1.6 HDi 90 H1 Van is now available for lease for just £150 per month. This is a truly super van, suitable for all needs, with its fantastic load capacity and great features. These include Trafficmaster Smartnav with Trackstar Stolen Vehicle Tracking, Radio/CD and mp3 player, Deadlocks and Twin Sliding Unglazed Side Doors... http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/citroen-dispatch-l1-1000-1-6hdi-90.html http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/citroen-dispatch-l1-1000-1-6hdi-90.html Just a few weeks ago the Toyota pick-up truck made its debut; rather unofficially as pictures of the vehicle were leaked of the vehicle, before the manufacturers intended it to. The vehicle has had a serious style injection, and the vehicle is expected to cause quite a lot of excitement from Toyota fans; that from looking at the outside of the vehicle will supposedly have high hopes for the interior and the performance of it... http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/toyota-tacoma-pick-up-truck.html http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/toyota-tacoma-pick-up-truck.html Vauxhall Astravan Diesel Sportive 1.7 CDTi Van Now Available for only £160 a month. This fabulously stylish van is perfect for those van owners, who need a van for its practicality but do not want anything too much or just need it for the odd few tools. All of the reviews on this van have been fantastic, one which I cam across stated "If Carlsberg made vans, this would be the one" going further to say the van has "never let me down, now over 200000 miles, great van and also very cheap to run." And MW Vehicle Contracts are now offering the van to their customers for only £160 a month... http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/vauxhall-astravan-sportive-1-7-cdti.html http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/vauxhall-astravan-sportive-1-7-cdti.html Citroen Relay 35 L3 Diesel 2.2 HDi H2 Van 120ps Only £215 a Month Road Test Report describes the Citroen Relay as "A class leader in terms of security, safety and driving pleasure. With a payload of nearly two tonnes and load capacity of between 8m³ and 17m³ in the largest model and available in a range of wheelbases, lengths and heights to give you the perfect van for your needs... http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/citroen-relay-35-l3-215-month.html http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/citroen-relay-35-l3-215-month.html The new Volkswagen Crafter engine is now33%more fuel efficient than the old model, encouraging fleet owner to purchase one as it will make running a fleet much cheaper. Not only does the Volkswagen Crafter offer reliable engineering but it also offers extreme comfort, greater torque and SMR costs of up to 25% lower. The old engines which were 2.5 litres have been changed for a more fuel efficient 2.0 litre engine... http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/vw-crafter-new-engine.html http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/vw-crafter-new-engine.html Image courtesy of autoblog.com For the ultra-practical among you, you will be glad to hear that the Fiat Fiorino Cargo Diesel 1.3 16V Multijet is now available for only £140 per month. The Fiat Fiorino is a subcompact van. It is a small, purpose-built light commercial van with twin asymmetric rear doors and six floor-mounted load-tie rings. Furthermore, economy is good, which keeps the costs down for you and your business... http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/fiat-fiorino-1-3-16v-140-a-month.html http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/fiat-fiorino-1-3-16v-140-a-month.html Each year, the American Customer Satisfaction Index releases its findings from its survey of the motor industry, regarding levels of customer satisfaction. The results are surprising. Toyota Battles Back To First Place Image courtesy of business-ethics.com Top of leader board we find Cadillac, Lexus, and from Japan, Toyota. All three have a score of 87. Last year's winners were Buick and Lincoln; both have failed to maintain this exceptional performance... http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/customer-satisfaction-for-toyota.html http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/customer-satisfaction-for-toyota.html Image courtesy of motorward.co.uk The dependable Citroen Berlingo L1 Diesel 1.6 HDi 625Kg Enterprise 75ps is on offer today for only £128 per month! This vehicle has an excellent payload for its size - you can carry over 600kg worth of tools and equipment with you. Furthermore, it is very comfortable and has a well-equipped interior. For £128 per month, that is a lot of van for your money... http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/citroen-berlingo-1-6-hdi-for-128-a-month.html http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/citroen-berlingo-1-6-hdi-for-128-a-month.html In order to speed up cross country travel, thus increasing productivity (in theory) is being considered in the United States. Only one state has decided to fully act upon the idea, no prizes for guessing who though. 85mph cruising to be legalised Image courtesy of loststates.com That's right; Texas will be undertaking a safety study to make sure increasing its speed limits will be all ok... http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/an-autobahn-in-usa-well-not-quite.html http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/an-autobahn-in-usa-well-not-quite.html Image courtesy of motortorque.com Peugeot is famous for making hatchbacks that combine energy efficiency with great driving entertainment, so the new Peugeot 207 Van is an very appealing for those prefering comfort over load space. Coupled with a striking and dynamic exterior, the van does not disappoint in drive and performance. The gearbox is very responsive, whilst the engine is quiet with smooth steering... http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/peugeot-207-1-4-hdi-70-for-139-a-month.html http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/peugeot-207-1-4-hdi-70-for-139-a-month.html The new Tacoma pick-up truck will be released next year, and until now little information has been released regarding the new vehicle. However, several images of the Tacoma have been leaked, and give us some good clues as what to expect. New design inside and out for 2012 Tacoma Image courtesy of tundraheadquarters.com The most obvious chaned from the old model is that great new front fascia given to the Tacoma... http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/toyota-tacoma-en-route.html http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/toyota-tacoma-en-route.html Image courtesy of fleetnews.co.uk The Vauxhall Movano is right up there with the finest large panel vans on the market today. On the move, the Movano is surprisingly manoeuvrable and has a very tight turning circle and good forward visibility. Inside, the controls are easy to locate and operate with a feel of toughness common around the cab. Another solid and reliable van from Vauxhall, and available now for only £260 a month... http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/movano-l3-2-3-cdti-van-for-260-a-month.html http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/movano-l3-2-3-cdti-van-for-260-a-month.html Image courtesy of mitula.net If you need a big van to do the job, whilst evoking quality and design excellence, then this is the vehicle for you. The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 210Cdi Short Diesel 3.0t is now available for leasing for just £290 per month. Extremely well refined, the Sprinter is silent on the roads, making hands-free calling a joy. The diesel powertrain is strong and powerful, regardless of the load on-board... http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/mercedes-benz-sprinter-only-290-a-month.html http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/mercedes-benz-sprinter-only-290-a-month.html One of the most ambitious engineering projects of all time has recently been given the all clear by the Russian government. The plan is to create an underground tail passage linking Siberia and Alaska, underneath the Bering Strait. Train travel from London to New York Image courtesy of blogspot.com The project will see the creation of the longest underwater tunnel on Earth - twice the length of the Channel Tunnel between England and France... http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/russia-and-us-build-tunnels.html http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/russia-and-us-build-tunnels.html Image courtesy of blogspot.com The Vauxhall Vivaro Swb Diesel 2.0CDTI [115PS] Sportive Doublecab 2.9t is now available for leasing for only £199 per month. The Vauxhall Vivaro is the award winning Luton built panel van that sets the standard in the medium van class. This is truly a lot of van for your money, with sporty design, Bluetooth and MP3 connectivity inside. Yours today for just £199 per month... http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/vivaro-sportive-for-199-a-month.html http://www.mwvc.co.uk/blog/vivaro-sportive-for-199-a-month.html