This years Commercial Vehicle show at Birmingham’s Nec closed out last week after reporting visitor numbers that exceeded 20k. Obviously with these kind of numbers, any business invested in this sector is going to want to participate at some level.
Ford launched the latest iteration of its 2 tonne Transit. Improvements to payload and increased fuel efficiency have been achieved via changes to both design and improved materials.
As well as showcasing the Berlingo and Partner vans, Peugeot revealed a preview of its up and coming Peugeot Boxer and Citroen Relay offerings. In 2020 the group will also be launching other vans within its range, such as the Citroen Dispatch, Peugeot Expert and Vauxhall Vivaro (which also made its world debut at the 2019 show).
One vehicle that certainly drew some interest was Mitsubishi’s Shogun Sport SVP Concept. Differing from the standard Shogun, there are numerous revisions: the front grille, larger running boards/side steps, an LED light bar, 18 inch alloys and a larger rear spoiler. The suspension has also undergone redevelopment, and more… We couldn’t get a clear enough picture, but what a beast!
Here is a link (courtesy netconnected .co.uk)
With the future of electric vehicles just around the corner, VW’s presence was significant, with the e-Crafter turning heads at the show. Also on display, were all-electric versions of the ABT e-Caddy and ABT e-Transporter.
Other pictures from the show:
That just about wraps it up for now. We’ll be meeting clients at Automechanika 2019 on Wednesday 5th June, if you’d like to get in touch or meet up, please let us know in the contact form.
