10 Top Tips On How To Drive An Electric Van
Electric vehicles (EVs) may look very similar to petrol and diesel cars and vans on the surface; however, they are quite different to drive. Many aspects of an EV are different to a petrol or diesel van, including the turning circle, braking, and of course how to ‘re-fuel’ or charge it. With all of this […]
ULEZ and CAZ Guide for Van Operators
As the Government continues to work on improving air quality across the UK, local councils and cities are implementing low emission zones, clean air zones and zero emission zones to help reduce the amount of air pollution generated by vehicles. Despite the many benefits this will provide, the introduction of these zones poses a fresh […]
Behind the Scenes: Yorkshire and Humber Head of Sales and Head of Operations
Sean Hewis, Regional Head of Sales, and David Turner, Regional Head of Operations, oversee the Yorkshire and Humber region of Dawsongroup vans. Between them they ensure the superior service customers can expect from Dawsongroup vans. Growing the Region from the Ground Up Both Sean and David have played an integral part in creating and building […]
Working Together Towards a Smarter Asset Strategy
Dawsongroup’s supersite at Avonmouth – the first of its kind – embodies our aim of working together towards a Smarter Asset Strategy. Whilst other depots usually have one or two business units operating out of them, this one has four. In addition to Dawsongroup vans operating out of the site, there is also Dawsongroup emc, […]
Dawsongroup vans Given Green Light to Carry Out In-House Ford Warranty Work
Dawsongroup vans’ Stockton workshop has been accepted to carry out in-house Ford warranty work following a recent audit by Graham Wright, Group Aftersales Development Manager at TrustFord, and Jason Themistocleous, Fleet Aftermarket Business Manager at Ford Motor Company. Since the COVID-19 pandemic and due to the global supply chain issues facing the LCV industry, dealerships […]
The London ULEZ Is Expanding – What Does This Mean For Van Drivers?
With the London Ultra-Low Emission Zone expanding on the 29th August 2023 to improve the air quality and health of Londoners, new figures suggest that 49% of vans in outer London are not ULEZ compliant. Despite the many benefits the ULEZ has on reducing air pollution within London, the expansion of the ULEZ will have […]
Behind the Scenes: Northwest Head of Sales and Head of Operations
Victoria Lloyd, Regional Head of Sales, and Michael Rutter, Regional Head of Operations, cover the Northwest region for Dawsongroup vans, which includes running the Skelmersdale and Manchester branches and ensuring all customers and team members are satisfied. The Journey to This Point Both Victoria and Michael have extensive experience in the LCV industry. Michael has […]
Dawsongroup vans Celebrates 5-year Anniversary of Transflex Acquisition
To mark the 5-year anniversary of Dawsongroup acquiring Transflex Vehicle Rental, Dawsongroup vans held a special event at its Stockton branch. At the celebration, the former Transflex staff who are still working for Dawsongroup vans were presented with their 5-year service award by Steve Miller, Dawsongroup CEO. In April 2018, Dawsongroup completed the acquisition of […]
The Zero Emissions Vehicle Mandate – What Impact Could This Have For Fleets?
As the Government continues to implement its Net Zero Strategy to tackle climate change, there are numerous Government schemes being set up to assist businesses in reaching the UK goal of net zero by 2050. In addition to the numerous low emission zones already in place across the UK, the Government has published its latest […]
Behind the Scenes: Midlands and Home Counties Head of Sales and Head of Operations
Rachael Rushton, Regional Head of Sales, and Peter Marshall, Regional Head of Operations, cover the Midlands and Home Counties area for Dawsongroup vans. Between them, they manage their team at the Milton Keynes and Birmingham branches to make sure that everything runs smoothly and customers are kept happy. The Journey So Far Both Rachael and […]
