Courier firms should review CV needs to improve efficiency
Date: 19 November 2007
Courier companies ought to review their commercial vehicle needs so that they can save money and improve efficiency.
That's according to EurotaxGlass's, which has released a report suggesting that many courier fleets could do without so many panel vans with a gross weight of 3.5 tonnes.
These are often the most commonly selected models for light commercial fleets, such as those of courier companies, but other vehicles could also be used.
"A mixed fleet, with a number of 3.5-tonners to tackle the big jobs and smaller vans being utilised where appropriate, might be a more suitable answer for many fleet managers," said EurotaxGlass's chief commercial vehicle editor George Alexander.
"This approach would lower a company's initial financial outlay, result in stronger residual values, give drivers a pleasant working environment, use less fuel and bring operating efficiencies for well-run fleets."
The issue of fuel efficiency has been thrust to the fore with rising diesel prices at filling stations. This often hits courier firms and owner drivers very hard.
EurotaxGlass's also warns that vehicles are continuing to gain weight as they are loaded with more safety and comfort features.
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