FORD TRANSIT CUSTOM
Tiling contractor, Dan Tapper knows all about a flawless finish – so he was mightily impressed with the smooth purchase and delivery of his latest Ford Transit Custom, from independent supplier Van Sales UK. The 2.8-tonne gvw van has a compact L1 body and is powered by a 2.0-litre EcoBlue engine which generates 96kW/130ps, and drives the front wheels through a six-speed manual gearbox. It boasts a 6m3 loadspace, can carry a payload of up to 738.7kg, and returns up to 38.7mpg (WLTP Combined).
For further information on Tapper Tiling visit www.tappertiling.com
To read Dan’s full verdict on his new van visit https://www.vansalesuk.co.uk/tapper-tiling-levels-up-with-new-ford-transit-custom-from-van-sales-uk/
PICK-UP
It’s the Ford Performance-developed twin-turbo 3.0-litre EcoBoost V6 engine in the Ranger Raptor that delivers phenomenal on- and off-road ability, according to the manufacturer. The Ford pick-up delivers 292PS and 491Nm of torque, seven selectable drive modes and a new full-time four-wheel drive system.
RANGER PLATINUM
The range-topping Ford Ranger Platinum features a premium interior, advanced connectivity, and powerful new Ford 3.0-litre V6 turbodiesel engine – producing 240PS and 600Nm of torque. It’s towing capacity is 3,500kg and the vehicle is available exclusively in five-seat, double cab specification.
van break-ins
A reinforced Renault Trucks Trafic can now be specified with a Cat 1 alarm and fully lined interior and floor. Security is further bolstered with a fully sealed steel mesh internal door system with an internal five-point locking mechanism fitted to rear and side, with apertures finished off with an external high impact clear Perspex covering.
A video that demonstrates the Trafic van’s robustness is available to view here https://youtu.be/qLI-ChwZV4k
PRO+ RANGE
The revised Renault PRO+ range includes a new trim line-up comprising Start, Advance, Extra and Extra Sport models, and the first vehicle to adopt the new model structure will be the Kangoo. The manufacturer has also simplified its portfolio by 38%, reducing the previous offering of 161 separate versions into a core of 100 distinct models.
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ARMD & POWERED NOW
ARMD, the platform designed to combat the effects of tool theft and protect the livelihoods of tradespeople with tech and smart insurance, has announced a partnership with Powered Now, the easy-to-use app that lets you run your trade business on the go. The partnership brings all the benefits of the ARMD platform to the growing number of users of the Powered Now app at a special membership rate.
For more details on ARMD visit www.armd.uk
For more details on Powered Now visit www.powerednow.com/
INSURANCE
3,314 vans were stolen in London over the past year, according to new data from Direct Line business insurance. This equates to nine thefts each day between September 2021 and August 2022. The company provides a small courtesy van as standard to support customers if their van is stolen, damaged, or written off.
