The maximum claim is 45 pence per mile for genuine business use, but it surely isnt that easy? Well, HMRC each year issues a data sheet of Advisory Fuel Rates, they are reviewed every three months and they take account of engine size, fuel type and current fuel prices. Next, record every single mile that […]
Archives for September 2013
VW expand Bluemotion technology to their commercials
Two van manufacturers have led the way in championing fuel efficiency in the van market. Ford and VW. Ford have been green manufacturers of cars for several years now and much of their Econetics research and development has been incorporated into their commercials. The new Transit Custom for example, is the most aerodynamic medium van […]
Ford have released the new Transit Custom Tourneo, this is the new industry standard
Based on the all-new Transit Custom, the van of the year 2013, the new Tourneo version specification has taken it into the small minibus market. No van has achieved a 5-star safety rating at Euro ENCAP , it’s a perfect base for to carry people. Additional to crash testing, ENCAP also give merit awards for […]
Car News September 2013
Ford launches voice activated apps in the UK Ford has at last confirmed APPS for its voice operated Sync system. Early subscribers are TomTom, Audioteka audio books and a hotel room booking system which will be operated by Hotels.com A14 Toll Road plans have been unveiled by UK government The new Huntingdon by-pass looks like […]
The Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, in Prestige trim, we want one!!
The Evoque has so many strengths, that no matter who looks at it, they find something to love. Some of us who have driven it rate the 187bhp engine as one of the sweetest in the small 4×4 market, its pulls from low down the rev range and continues to do so right up to […]
Minibus Choices and which vehicle is right for you
At any given stage in the life cycle of a commercial vehicle, the manufacturer is working on a replacement for the minibus that you are thinking of leasing. Take for example the Transit 14 seat minibus at £259 per month, the ideal school minibus. The new Transit has been in the making for […]
Ford Transit 14 seater minibus and the best nursery in Liverpool
With over 18 years experience in the child care industry, the owners of Honeypot Day Nurseries Ltd set exacting standards for themselves, their staff and anyone that they deal with. That’s why, when they needed a new minibus, they came to Stephen at Vanlease UK for advice on a new minibus and help understanding how […]
Is there no stopping BMW on their march to Eco domination?
In a surprise launch at Frankfurt, BMW unveiled the X5 facelift in two new versions. The new 2WD, which was hinted at in the press a month ago, but also a new eDrive version, sporting their new eDrive technology and overnight plug-in charging Aimed at the business users of the X5, both models hope to […]
How capable is the new Range Rover Sport off road?
Looking every inch a company car of choice, the new Range Rover Sport is being advertised as flying up Pikes Peek in record time, then carrying on and driving down the mountain off-road. But, trying not to ruin a brand new Sport, Car magazine tested it head to head with its sibling 110 Defender. Based […]
Vauxhall intend being number one in Europe, with cars like the Insignia, they are going about it the right way
The top man at Vauxhall/Opel in Europe is determined to make them number one. Having invested heavily in R&D for economy and safety, taking pointers from the inexorable push up market of Ford following their huge investments. Ford have as a result widened the gap in sales volumes and car quality in virtually […]
Ford enters the hybrid market with the new Mondeo and aims to retake the fleet market
Two new hybrid versions of the soon to be announced Mondeo will make up part of the line up. A regular hybrid and a plug in that will be called Energi. The Energi version is hoped to have emissions of less than 50g/km CO2 which undercuts emission requirements in Europe for several years to come. […]
The New BMW 5 Series and Your Fleet – The House Network Case Study
Perhaps I am little biased here; the BMW 5 Series Car Leasing deal is my favourite, even above the Mercedes E Class or Audi A6. I have always been a BMW fan and would easily choose a 3 Series or 5 Series against industry competitors. BMW are a strong, clear and refined brand, appealing to […]