Barlows adopts Toyota Corolla Commercial van fleet

Date: Thursday, March 30, 2023 | Author: Sean Keywood

Electrical services company Barlows has added 22 Toyota Corolla Commercial vans to its fleet.

The company’s fleet operations manager Adam Hailes is said to have been an established Corolla fan when he joined Barlows last year, and had ordered 10 within a month, with a further 12 subsequently purchased.

He said: “I’d driven Corollas in my previous job and knew and liked their qualities. Barlows were in the market for some car-derived vans and we wanted to try the Commercial version.

“They are great in terms of fuel economy, drive incredibly well and look unbelievably professional. They’re also big enough for our engineers’ and contract managers’ equipment – including their stepladders.

“Options and accessories-wise, they’ve all been fitted with tinted windows. Eight have roof racks required for longer ladders and all of them are fitted with a 70mph speed limiter. The safety of our drivers and other people on the road is a priority for us.

“I also really value the MyToyota app. It’s become a big part of my Corolla Commercial fleet management. It lets me track the vans and gives me accurate, live service and maintenance updates.”

One Toyota Fleet Services general manager Neil Broad said: “We could not hope for better advocates than Barlows, a fast-growing business that requires vehicles and fleet services that can always be relied on.

“As part of our diverse Toyota Professional range of commercial vehicles, the Corolla Commercial is highly capable, efficient to run and maintain and has lasting quality backed by our up-to-10 years’ warranty.”

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