Dale Fleet Logistics’ tough new Mercedes-Benz Atego puts in the hard miles so electric vans don’t have to

“Most of the distances to be covered exceed the range of the batteries, and in any case customers understandably want their vans delivered with a full charge. The only alternative is to use a transporter.”

 For its first foray into this new way of working, Dale Fleet Logistics chose a truck with an unrivalled reputation for being able to stand up to the toughest and most rigorous working regimes without complaint.

 “We already run five Mercedes-Benz Vito minibuses, which we use to ferry our drivers to and from their pick-up and drop-off points. These have proved dependable, efficient and comfortable to use,” continued Mr Morris.

 “We also enjoy a long established and very successful relationship with Ciceley Commercials, having moved countless Sprinters from its various branches to some of the country’s biggest and best-known home delivery providers.

 “These factors, coupled with the availability of a spacious and comfortable sleeper cab, meant the case for the Atego was compelling. A Mercedes-Benz will always be one of the best vehicles you can buy, and I’m in no doubt that we’ve chosen the most reliable and cost-effective truck of its    size that the market has to offer.”

 The truck will be worked hard and within its first couple of weeks on the road had already been across to Northern Ireland.

 “Sales Executive Matt Riley arranged the competitive Mercedes-Benz Finance funding and, with the help of his colleagues, ensured that the acquisition process went as smoothly and simply as we could have hoped.”

 As well as delivering new vehicles, Dale Fleet Logistics removes those that are being replaced, and offers storage and decommissioning services. The family-run company operates around the clock and all vehicle movements are recorded electronically, for added security.

 The Mercedes-Benz Atego range from 7.5-16 tonnes GVW is purpose-designed for light- and medium-duty distribution applications. It offers outstanding dynamics, comfort and manoeuvrability, as well as the durability necessary for intensive, multi-drop delivery work.