30th January 2020 |
Road Tests and Reviews
The L200 has been a mainstay in the pickup sector for many years. With a reputation as being one of the more competent vehicles in off road environments, its popularity has not been restricted purely to those who want a tax efficient, part time load carrier that will look good in the drive. The last…
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23rd January 2020 |
Road Tests and Reviews
As advances in technology march on at an unprecedented pace, van manufacturers are constantly developing new features to remain competitive, and the availability of this tech is often wrapped within a general facelift. The ‘big’ Ford Transit has recently had a makeover which not only adds some new features for the driver, but also brings…
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9th September 2019 |
Road Tests and Reviews
Overview The Vauxhall Vivaro has, for many years been a popular choice for fleets and small businesses alike that need versatility, practicality and low running costs. Although not often troubling the mighty Ford Transit, and latterly Custom at the top of the sales charts it (and its almost identical sibling the Renault Trafic) has enjoyed…
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8th July 2019 |
Road Tests and Reviews
Background It’s hard to believe that the Volkswagen Caddy’s origins go back almost 40 years. Originally derived from the first generation Golf, subsequent versions have been based on the Polo, and latterly the Touran platform. The latest facelift dates back to 2015 and it’s no secret that a replacement is waiting in the wings. Still…
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26th June 2019 |
General
In a feature written for ‘WhatVan?’, I talk to industry figures about the trade valuation guides, and ask if they are still relevant in todays market. https://www.whatvan.co.uk/analysis-and-comment/2019/remarketing-guiding-lights
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8th May 2019 |
Road Tests and Reviews
It’s only 9 months since I wrote a full review of the Mercedes-Benz X-Class. At the time, all versions were fitted with a 2.3 litre diesel engine, with a maximum output of 163hp. Since then, the manufacturer has introduced a 3.0 litre V6 option which produces a whopping 258hp. Eager to compare this to the…
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