2014 has been a great year for new minibus launches. Ford have launched the van of the year based Torneo, an ideal minibus to carry 8 passengers and their new Transit in 14 & 17 seat layouts. These two are probably the stand-out launches this year, but with other manufacturers coming to the market […]
No better time to lease a new school or club minibus than right now
With the launch of the new Ford Torneo, the minibus market seems to have changed from 14 seat and upwards to 9 and 10 seat units. This is a market that has more competition for Ford, as Vauxhall, Renault, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan and Citroen each have minibuses in this market. Towards the end of the year, […]
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 […]
Your school needs a minibus, contract hire is the way to go
A school that needs a minibus on a regular basis recently leased from Vanlease UK. Their Ford Transit Lwb Minibus Diesel Rwd Medium Roof 14 Seater Tdci was delivered in June. Funding a minibus on contract hire achieves many things for a school. The minibus is always available, without proofs having to be presented every […]
School minibus info and considerations for use
Private Schools Most independent schools have charitable status and some are simply a businesses. In the case of a business, drivers who have category D1 licences must be used. A driver with a normal licence will not be allowed to operate the minibus. In reality, all school minibuses are used on a hire or reward […]