UK PRICING AND SPECIFICATION ANNOUNCED FOR THE NEW MERCEDES-BENZ ESPRINTER Industry-leading electric range of up to 271 miles (436km) WLTP combined. Doubling deliverables: available in two battery sizes, two motor outputs, two lengths and two body styles to arrive in the UK in 2024 Published: 18 March 2024
Mercedes-Benz Vans Dealer of the Year Awards 2023 We are thrilled to announce our achievement at the Mercedes-Benz Vans Dealer of the Year Awards 2023. Published: 29 February 2024
Driving Success: Carey Cleaning Machines' Journey with MBNI Truck & Van The 8th Mercedes-Benz Van being added to the ever growing Carey fleet from MBNI Truck & Van. Published: 26 February 2024
Speeding Fines and Mobile Phone Offenses Revealed in Home Office Figures New statistics released by the Home Office reveal a record-breaking number of speeding fines, with over 2.5 million drivers facing penalties, driver awareness courses, or court action in 2022. Additionally, a significant rise of 93% year-on-year has been reported in the number of drivers caught using a mobile phone while driving. Published: 20 February 2024
Launch of Council for Net Zero Transport Moves Closer to Sustainable Transportation A really important step was taken when the Council for Net Zero Transport was inaugurated on February 1st, 2024. This new group has been set up to play a pivotal role in the decarbonization of road transport in the UK. The Zemo Partnership, a collaborative platform dedicated to advancing low-carbon and sustainable transport, is behind the initiative and says the Council aims to provide a clear and strategic direction for getting the UK to meet the ambitious net-zero targets in the transport sector. Published: 12 February 2024
£4.5 Million Investment will bring a New Mercedes-Benz Dealership to Dungannon MBNI Truck & Van, Northern Ireland’s only Mercedes-Benz commercial dealer, has announced a £4.5 million investment into a new state-of-the-art dealership in Dungannon. Published: 09 February 2024
Off-the-Job Training Guide Released by the Department for Transport The Department for Transport (DfT) has published a new guide aimed at assisting businesses in optimizing off-the-job training for LGV and Urban Driver apprenticeships. Published: 22 January 2024
Being Unaware of Changes to Driving Laws Could Catch Out Drivers in 2024 In anticipation of the upcoming changes to driving laws in 2024, motorists are strongly urged to stay informed to avoid potential fines. Auto Trader, the leading online vehicle sales and motoring advice website, has emphasised the importance of staying up to date with driving laws to prevent unwittingly violating the regulations due to changes. When was the last time most of us even looked at the driving laws – you would not be alone if you had to admit it was never. Published: 15 January 2024
New HGV Safety Standards Need More Time Various concerns are being raised regarding the challenges faced by fleets in adapting to new safety standards for Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs). One of those raising concerns is Steve MacDonald, the founder of SM UK, a specialist in commercial fleet safety. He feels that the commercial fleet industry requires additional time to implement safety enhancements for HGVs before the new direct vision regulations come into effect. Published: 18 December 2023