The Nissan Navara replaced Nissan’s outdated ‘pick up’ and was a breath of fresh air. Designed alongside the Pathfinder SUV, the Navara benefits from plenty of car-like qualities as a result. To appeal to worldwide markets, the Navara is much bigger than its predecessor you can fit in plenty of people and still have room for some load.
The appearance of the front of the Navara has been updated for the 2010 model and now includes Nissan’s trademark grille.
Archive for November, 2010
NISSAN NAVARA – THE FACTS AND FIGURES
Tuesday, November 30th, 2010
Toyota Dyna Gets Euro 4 3-Litre Diesel
Friday, November 26th, 2010Replacing the previous 2500cc unit with two power ratings, Toyota has intorduced a 3-litre Euro 4 unit to the Toyota Dyna 300 and Dyna 350. February 2007 therefore sees all of Toyota’s commercial vehicles reaching the Euro 4 standard, the Dyna being the last. All models – tipper, dropside and chassis cabs benefit from the engine upgrade.
Developing 108bhp, the new engine replaces the previous outputs of 88 and 102bhp.
REVISED RENAULT TRAFIC FOR SALE
Friday, November 26th, 2010With the launch of Renault Trafic van Phase III, the dashboard has been redesigned to incorporate practical stowage spaces, while new equipment features make life at the wheel even more comfortable.
NEW FORD RANGER ON SHOW DOWN UNDER
Wednesday, November 24th, 2010The wraps have come off the new Ford Ranger at the Australian International Motor Show in Sydney. The new Ranger is designed as a global vehicle and will therefore be heading for our shores by 2012.
The Ranger on show was loaded with technology, from the new rear-view camera system, Voice Control, Trailer Sway Control to Adaptive Load Control.
TruckProtect’s diesel security gadget for Euro 5 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Wednesday, November 24th, 2010TruckProtect has announced that it has amended its anti-syphon device to fit the new Euro5 Mercedes Sprinter range. “Mercedes changed the van’s fuel filler to a wider entry and we can now offer a NeckIt! fuel anti-theft device to fit,” says Russell Fowler, boss at TruckProtect. “The cost to protect your van from fuel skimming is just £36.00.” He says the new device is available from dealers and distributors across the UK including Daf, TTC and Mercedes. “We’re confident that we have the best range of fuel anti-siphons in the world, and we’ve 100 units to give away as free samples so that more people can see for themselves.”
Read moreTwo Seats in My Citroen Berlingo
Wednesday, November 24th, 2010Up until now, the only option for seats in the front of the Citroen Berlingo was the modular Extenso occasional dual passenger seat. The revised spec means that Citroen can knock £190 from the list price of the Berlingo 1.6HDi 75 L1 625 LX when specified with the single seat. This change comes after the recent improvements to the Citroen’s Euro 4 1600cc common rail diesel engine, rated at 75PS and 90PS.
Read moreMercedes-Benz Sprinter’s Right Foot Controller
Wednesday, November 17th, 2010A brand new gadget from Mercedes-Benz will stop lead-footed drivers punishing the fuel consumption of unladen vehicles. The ‘ExcelArate’,can be fitted to any Mercedes-Benz truck or van.
Nick Blake, Sales Engineering Manager at Mercedes-Benz UK, explained: “Modern vans and trucks often have very powerful engines, designed to work efficiently when hauling a full load, but frequently they are driven with only part loads or even completely empty.
MERCEDES-BENZ VITO 2010 MODEL – EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE CHASSIS & SAFETY SYSTEMS
Tuesday, November 9th, 2010The rear-wheel drive has benefited the Mercedes-Benz Vito van’s driving dynamics and handling ever since the current model series was first introduced. The new Vito also features a completely new chassis which has been configured specifically with the transport of passengers and goods in mind. This new chassis raises the benchmark for ride comfort and driving safety to a new level. The Vito continues to lead the way, offering an unparalleled high standard of safety and an unmatched scope of assistance systems as part of the standard equipment.
MERCEDES-BENZ VITO 2010 MODEL – EVERYTHING YOU WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT THE ENGINES AND GEARBOXES
Tuesday, November 9th, 2010Hundreds of thousands of the new engines for the Mercedes-Benz Vito have already proven their worth in the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van and in various Mercedes-Benz passenger cars. All engines comply with the Euro 5 emissions standard. Drastically reduced fuel consumption also lowers CO2 emissions to a record level. Substantial further reductions in fuel consumption and emissions are possible with the optional BlueEFFICIENCY package (standard for the Vito crewbus licensed as a passenger car). This innovative package is kind on both the environment and the company budget, and is not to be found in any other van.
All Wheel Drive For Ford Transit Minibus
Tuesday, November 2nd, 2010Customers wishing to take their Ford Transit minibuses off-road can now do so in safety thanks to Ford introducing their four wheel drive system to the people mover. Normally driving the rear wheels, power is transferred to the front wheels if the intelligent system notices and loss in traction through the ABS sensors. This makes sense for minibus operators who are out in all weather and often have to visit slippery sites. Available in the 2,400cc 140BHP TDCi fitted with the 6-speed gearbox – not just in minibus form, but also on the panel van, chassis cab and window van. A choice of wheelbases and roof heights are also available.
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