Gofor goes platinum
CONGRATULATIONS to Edinburgh broker Gofor which recently became a Platinum Partner of ALD Automotive-LeasePlan.
Platinum status is only given to a small number of leasing brokers to acknowledge their dedication, hard work and excellence in customer commitment from the combined ALD/LeasePlan Ayvens funder.
“It’s a terrific accolade and a testament to the value of partnership building,” commented CEO Graham Lesslie. “My thanks to the support of Alison Freeth and Mike Thompson over the years.”
Pictured above is Graham Lesslie receiving the Platinum accolade from LeasePlan Account Manager Alison Freeth.
Vansdirect goes back into Touring Cars
Vansdirect is back in the Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) for the remainder of the 2024 season. It is returning with Team Bristol Street Motors which it partnered in the 2021 and 2022 seasons.
The renewed partnership underwent a soft launch during the most recent race meeting at Knockhill, as Vansdirect branding featured on all four of the Team Bristol Street Motors/Xcelr8 Motorsport Hyundai i30 Fastback N race cars.
Gregor Mackie, Divisional Operations Director of Vertu Ventures, who oversees the Vansdirect brand, said: “We are delighted to announce our return to the British Touring Car Championship paddock and are excited at the prospect of working with Team Bristol Street Motors again for the three events left on the schedule.
“Our partnership during 2021 and 2022 was hugely successful, and as part of the wider Vertu Motors group, we have kept a watchful eye on how the team has been performing. We look forward to not only supporting the team as it bids to secure the title again this season, but also to showcasing the Vansdirect name alongside a series that relies heavily on commercial vehicles to keep the show on the road!”
Paul Radloff the Marathon Man
CONGRATULATIONS to Paul Radloff of Crusader Vans who has been running marathons for charity: a remarkable eight marathons in 10 months.
His exceptional efforts have been in aid of MACS, a small national charity dedicated to helping children and adults born without eyes or with underdeveloped eyes.
Paul’s efforts began in September 2023 with the Great North Run. Then, over the following eight months, he conquered five marathons and an ultra-marathon across five different countries, culminating in the 54-mile Comrades Ultra Marathon in South Africa, which he completed in an impressive 10 hours and 38 minutes!
Pictured above is Director Dave Shoebridge (right) handing over a cheque to the value of £700 to Paul Radloff for the MACS charity, representing £100 for each marathon completed. “It’s an achievement we’re all incredibly proud of,” said Dave.
Joe Broxton joins Silverstone Leasing
Silverstone Leasing has appointed Joe Broxton as its new leasing account manager. He will be working mainly across business to business sales.
Wessex Fleet walks for charity under the sun
On one of the hottest days of the year so far, Wessex Fleet staff and families raised a phenomenal £2,768 for the charity Julia’s House.
Stellantis LCV brands disappearing into the darkness
Stellantis commercial vehicle brands including Vauxhall, are running down more than 22% over the first four months of 2025.
Rivervale putting on a Maxus show for Fleet Procure Live
Maxus retailer Rivervale is pulling out all the stops for Fleet Procure Live at Donington Park on 21-22 May, with major new LCV product.
Broker News Awards 2025 winner profiles: loveelectric, Best Salary Sacrifice Broker
lovelectric was named Best Salary Sacrifice Broker 2025 by the judging panel – here’s the winner’s profile supported by Leasing.com
Ford flops in April after stunning March
After an exceptional March, Ford’s April’s new car figures flopped into negative territory with a drop of more than 14% for the month.
Ralph Morton is the leading journalist in the leasing broker sector and editor of Broker News, the website which provides information and news for BVRLA-registered leasing brokers. He also writes extensively on the fleet and leasing market in both the UK and Europe.
