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• Smartphone telematics apps for fleets: what’s changed since the early “Asimov” era

  In previous Van Compare posts we have brought to your attention the emergence of in-cab telematics, which record driver behaviour in a bid to eliminate bad habits which may be responsible for accidents, reduced fuel economy and ultimately an increase in van insurance premiums.

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• Research finds customers judge a tradesperson by their van (what to do about it)

  From a young age, our elders drum into us not to judge a book by its cover or to make rash decisions. But, according to leasing firm Vanarama, many people do just that.

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• Purpose-built vans for home delivery: what’s changed — and what fleets should prioritise

  To ensure deliveries are kept at their freshest, the Sprinter has been equipped with a dual temperature GAH van refrigeration unit, which can carry up to 105 totes, representing an industry leading capacity which was created by removing the vehicle’s wheel arch intrusion, making space for one extra tote.

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• Plan ahead: factor rest breaks into journey times

  Warnings have resurfaced recently about the risks of long haul journeys following a spate of accidents. Van drivers across the country are being told to ensure they take adequate rest breaks...

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• Mercedes-Benz Approved Used vans: what’s included and what to check

  Mercedes-Benz has announced its newly redeveloped Approved Used offering, so you could get a better used vehicle than ever.

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• London parking fines: policy failure or successful enforcement?

  In recent months, delivery vehicles in London have experienced consistent and sustained levels of parking fines, but whether it’s a sign of policy failure or successful enforcement is open to debate.

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• Lessons from the RAC’s “1 driver, 1 van” approach

  For most companies, the idea of having one man, one van is preposterous - especially if you operate a busy fleet. However, this practice can help to make your fleet far more efficient, operating with a much more streamlined process and helping to cut costs.

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• Is leasing van graphics worth it? A practical UK guide to branding leased vans

  As more and more companies are leasing, rather than buying their vans, it makes sense that they are on the lookout for further savings to be made. One of the suggestions that is often made is whether companies should still pay for traditional vinyl graphics or whether they should simply lease an alternative way of branding.

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• How to protect your van from burglary (and tool theft)

  If you keep abreast of the latest vehicle or trade news, then you’ll know that tool thefts from vans are on the rise. Van insurance is a great way of covering yourself should you become a victim of this crime, but there are a number of preventative measures you could also take to thwart criminals in their tracks.

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