City West Commercials – News and Events

TRL wins Zero Emissions HGV Technologies review

EU’s first truck CO2 standards: industry calls for viable approach

Vehicles with fleet management systems to reach 15.6m by 2022

The number of active fleet management systems deployed in commercial vehicle fleets in Europe is expected to reach 15.6 million by 2022, up from 7.7 million at the end of 2017, according to a new research report from the IoT analyst firm Berg Insight.

Double honours at FN50 awards

Mercedes-Benz Vans has retained the coveted title of Most Reliable Manufacturer, with the Sprinter once again crowned Most Reliable Van at the FN50 Awards.

Nottingham air quality plan should set a nationwide precedent

Clean Air Zones are not a one-size-fits-all solution to improving air quality, as illustrated by Nottingham City Council and DEFRA, which have agreed the city does not require a charging low emission zone to meet its air quality targets.

BVRLA and TfL support van users ahead of London ULEZ

Last Friday the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA) co-hosted an event with Transport for London to explore the impact of the Ultra-Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) on van users in the capital.

New Sprinter wins Van Of The Year title

The new Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has been crowned Van Of The Year at the prestigious Commercial Fleet Awards, held at the Hilton Metropole in Birmingham.

Over half of transport workers feel lonely

Over half of the people working in the transport and logistics sector always, often or sometimes feel lonely, new research by the British Red Cross has found.

Van Excellence report highlights van driver shortage

Many van drivers, owners and operators fear that worsening van driver shortages could prevent their businesses operating successfully over the next year, according to Van Excellence’ annual report for 2018-19, which identifies the opportunities and challenges facing the vans business.

Van Man’s best friend helps mental wellbeing

Van operators are battling loneliness by taking their dogs on the road for company, with more than 200,000 van drivers hosting canine companions on any given day.

City West Commercials keeps on trucking with Wrings Transport

Business is booming for Avonmouth-based City West Commercials having celebrated the delivery of 22 new Mercedes-Benz trucks to Wrings Transport in 2018 alone.

Jessie May Clock up the miles with City West Commercials

City West Commercials keep the charity on the road with a donation of two Mercedes-Benz vans.

Wrings bring 09 Mercedes-Benz Truck to star alongside City West Commercials

Preview | Wrings Interview | Stuart Wring, Managing Director from Wrings dropped in for filming this week to talk about his 22 new Mercedes-Benz trucks acquired in 2018 from City West Commercials.

The Big Give with Jessie May

Manoeuvring the Vans 'Big Jessie' and 'Little Jessie' into position and then Mercedes Benz squeezed into the middle! Jessie May is a Children's Hospice at Home service caring for local terminally ill children and we were supporting our charity today with some marketing support working on The Big Give.

Phil and Vans get BBC on the move for Children In Need

Our Mercedes-Benz Van team stepped up to the challenge and got BBC Radio Bristol on the move again.

ViaVan launches revolutionary shared ride service in Milton Keynes

ViaVan, the joint venture between Via, the world’s experts in on-demand shared transit, and Mercedes-Benz Vans, has launched a new shared ride service in Milton Keynes.

Autonomous trucks will ‘transform’ the industry

More than a quarter (29%) of international transport companies believe that autonomous trucks will be a reality on the roads within the next five years, research by the International Road Transport Union has found. More than three quarters think they will be viable within the next decade.

Vehicle graphics an ‘essential’ marketing tool

Vehicle graphics are an important tool for delivering messages to a target audience and have not been overtaken by the digital age, branding experts have claimed.

New FORS Standard unveiled

FORS has published a new FORS Standard, which sets out the requirements operators must meet if they wish to become FORS accredited.

How the Budget will affect van operators

Vehicle Excise Duty rates for vans will increase in line with the Retail Price Index from April 1, 2019, the Chancellor announced in the Autumn Budget.

Van Excellence launches CALM solution for drivers’ mental health

To raise awareness of mental health issues and provide help and support for those who could be suffering, Van Excellence has launched a new campaign in partnership with charity CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably).

RHA calls for easier access to Apprenticeship Levy

The Apprenticeship Levy is “fast becoming a tax,” Road Haulage Association Chief Executive Richard Burnett believes.

City West Commercials Apprentices Graduate

One giant leap into Mercedes-Benz with Graduation Day at the visionary Mercedes-Benz World.

Finalists for Commercial Motor Award

We are nominated as finalists for Forecourt/ Showroom of the year and here's why!

City West Commercials Drive Approved Used at Wentworth Park

City West Commercials headlined a Used Truck client experience day, the first of its kind at Mercedes-Benz Trucks, Wentworth Park, and Baldwin Transport and WT Transport came along for the ride.

Don’t be a ‘Space Invader’ – stay safe, stay back

New figures show that one in eight of all road casualties are caused by people who drive too close to the vehicle in front, with more than 100 people killed or seriously injured each year.

International Haulage Permits – Post-Brexit

The Government has outlined the rules that will apply for issuing international road haulage permits post Brexit. Outlined in a consultation response issued by DfT, these rules may apply in both a deal or no-deal situation.

More than a month of work ‘lost to congestion’

Congestion is increasingly becoming a critical business issue, according to the latest research from the Mercedes-Benz Vans Business Barometer.

New Freight Portal to help cut industry’s costs

The Energy Saving Trust has launched a new Freight Portal to help HGV operators reduce their fuel use.

Mercedes-Benz Business Barometer September 2018

Road congestion: yet another threat to local economies

OmniPlus Roadshow

Technicians discover the New Tourismo on tour across City West Commercials depots.

World Premier of New Actros

World premiere of the Mercedes-Benz Trucks flagship in Berlin.

Spark Your Imagination - Truckfest Returns to Shepton

City West Commercials brought a huge juggernaut of Trucks to the Bath Showground this year and stretched our reach from the familiar ground of Shepton to the outback of Australia this year.

Technicians Star on the Rise

City West Commercials celebrate Technicians completion of Advanced Training.

Research findings ‘cloak real concerns of commercial drivers’

Transport Focus’ research findings into the motorway services network make encouraging reading for car drivers looking for a suitable stop to break a journey. But investment in services for commercial drivers has not kept pace and satisfaction levels in these areas are dropping.

Licence derogation for alternative fuel CVs ‘welcomed by van buyers’

The Department for Transport’s confirmation that a licence derogation will be put into place for alternatively-fuelled vans has been welcomed by fleet industry bosses and van users alike.

Road users ‘need incentives’ to improve their green credentials

The Road Haulage Association has welcomed Transport Secretary Chris Grayling’s proposals for a major uplift in electric vehicle charging infrastructure, paving the way for widespread adoption of ultra-low emission vehicles.

Haulage & Trailers Act bolsters EU exit preparations

New legislation on cross-border haulage has been given Royal Assent, marking a significant step in the Government’s preparations for exiting the European Union.

The Only Way is Wessex

The Wessex Truck Show saw weekend of entertainment, Truck Parade and judging at the Yeovil Showground with many families camping for the duration making it a truly stand out event.

Mercedes-Benz Vans Biz Barometer - Heat and Hydration

Our latest Business Barometer report has revealed that an alarming 20% of van drivers surveyed have avoided drinking during the current UK heatwave, to reduce the need for toilet breaks. Read the full Mercedes-Benz Vans report into health, hydration and the van driving nation.

HRH The Prince of Wales visits City West Commercials at Royal Cornwall Show

A Very Royal Cornwall Show

WT Transport goes for growth with Mercedes-Benz Approved Used trucks from City West Commercials

WT Transport, a leading customer for top-quality pre-owned vehicles sold under the Mercedes-Benz Approved Used banner, has entered an exciting new phase in its development after moving to a smart headquarters in Northampton

Mercedes-Benz honours its brightest and best commercial vehicle apprentices

City West Commercials scoop award. Mercedes-Benz has celebrated the achievements of the young men and women who will be leading the drive to keep tomorrow's vans and trucks out on the road and earning.

Manoeuvrable Mercedes-Benz Arocs slots into Burcombe Haulage fleet

So impressed is Cornwall’s Burcombe Haulage with its first two factory-built Mercedes-Benz 8x4 Arocs ENAs that it now has a third on order from Dealer City West Commercials.

Asset Alliance £35m order with City West Commercials

Asset Alliance is expanding its vehicle stock with a £35m order of more than 430 Mercedes-Benz trucks from City West Commercials.

The Mercedes-Benz Business Barometer

The Mercedes-Benz Business Barometer – our ongoing study of more than 2,000 British van drivers, owners and operators – highlights the stigma still attached to mental health…

City West Commercials’ Mercedes-Benz star rises in Exeter

Mercedes-Benz Trucks Dealer City West Commercials has achieved a long-held ambition by opening a smart new service centre in Exeter.

Ready for our close up #ExeterSpotlight The Road To Greendale

Ready for our close up #ExeterSpotlight We had our team picture of #Exeter on Friday, our class of 2018.

Road Efficiency Live 2018

City West Commercials were at Road Efficiency Live 2018

Exeter We Moved | Unlock The Potential

Exeter's Destination for Truck and Van has now launched.

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TRL wins Zero Emissions HGV Technologies review

EU’s first truck CO2 standards: industry calls for viable approach

Vehicles with fleet management systems to reach 15.6m by 2022

Double honours at FN50 awards

Nottingham air quality plan should set a nationwide precedent

BVRLA and TfL support van users ahead of London ULEZ

New Sprinter wins Van Of The Year title

Over half of transport workers feel lonely

Van Excellence report highlights van driver shortage

Van Man’s best friend helps mental wellbeing

City West Commercials keeps on trucking with Wrings Transport

Jessie May Clock up the miles with City West Commercials

Wrings bring 09 Mercedes-Benz Truck to star alongside City West Commercials

The Big Give with Jessie May

Phil and Vans get BBC on the move for Children In Need

ViaVan launches revolutionary shared ride service in Milton Keynes

Autonomous trucks will ‘transform’ the industry

Vehicle graphics an ‘essential’ marketing tool

New FORS Standard unveiled

How the Budget will affect van operators

Van Excellence launches CALM solution for drivers’ mental health

RHA calls for easier access to Apprenticeship Levy

City West Commercials Apprentices Graduate

Finalists for Commercial Motor Award

City West Commercials Drive Approved Used at Wentworth Park

Don’t be a ‘Space Invader’ – stay safe, stay back

International Haulage Permits – Post-Brexit

More than a month of work ‘lost to congestion’

New Freight Portal to help cut industry’s costs

Mercedes-Benz Business Barometer September 2018

OmniPlus Roadshow

World Premier of New Actros

Spark Your Imagination - Truckfest Returns to Shepton

Technicians Star on the Rise

Research findings ‘cloak real concerns of commercial drivers’

Licence derogation for alternative fuel CVs ‘welcomed by van buyers’

Road users ‘need incentives’ to improve their green credentials

Haulage & Trailers Act bolsters EU exit preparations

The Only Way is Wessex

Mercedes-Benz Vans Biz Barometer - Heat and Hydration

HRH The Prince of Wales visits City West Commercials at Royal Cornwall Show

WT Transport goes for growth with Mercedes-Benz Approved Used trucks from City West Commercials

Mercedes-Benz honours its brightest and best commercial vehicle apprentices

Manoeuvrable Mercedes-Benz Arocs slots into Burcombe Haulage fleet

Asset Alliance £35m order with City West Commercials

The Mercedes-Benz Business Barometer

City West Commercials’ Mercedes-Benz star rises in Exeter

Ready for our close up #ExeterSpotlight The Road To Greendale

Road Efficiency Live 2018

Exeter We Moved | Unlock The Potential

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