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Chris Kelly -- ChairmanWelcome to Keltruck's March 2009 e-newsletter. I hope that you enjoy reading about our latest news & developments please contact Chris D. Kelly, Marketing Director (contact details below), with any comments or feedback.

This month I am delighted to announce the promotion of David Morgan to the position of New & Used Sales Director I wish David all the best with his new position.

With best wishes,

Chris Kelly
Founder, Chairman & Managing Director


New vehicle of the month

O'Brien Contractors Limited based in Leamington recently took delivery of this Scania P380LB8x4HHA supplied by Keltruck's Russ Kelly.

The vehicle's Euro 4 engine meets all current emissions legislation. Plant Manager Mick O’Brien said: “Even in these difficult times it is important to invest and continue to improve every aspect of our business. Keltruck & Scania was our first choice due to a combination of strong build quality, competitive pricing and their ability to meet high expectations and deliver in today’s tough competitive market.”

Visit flickr.com/photos/keltruck for photographs of other Scania vehicles supplied by Keltruck.

Vehicle photos


Promotion for David Morgan

David MorganDavid Morgan has been promoted to the position of New & Used Sales Director.

Dave, who has been with the company for 14 years, joins Mike Kelly, Fleet Sales Director, on the board of directors. Chris Kelly, Chairman & M.D., said: "In these challenging times it is important to have the strongest possible team around the top table. David is renowned in the industry as one of the very best truck salesmen of his generation along with Mike Kelly. I am therefore delighted that, between them, David & Mike will be taking responsibility for retail and fleet truck sales for Keltruck."

David can be contacted by e-mail or on +44 (0)7711 638 802 or +44 (0)121 524 1802

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Scania launches Fixed Price Repair initiative

Scania is launching a Fixed Price Repairs programme to provide operators with a cost-effective and convenient solution for the majority of common workshop repair jobs.

Covering all parts, labour and consumables in a single, competitive price, the programme covers a wide range of common repairs on Scania G-, P-, R-, 4- and 3-series trucks.

All Scania Fixed Price Repairs are extremely keenly priced and the launch programme is underpinned by an eye-catching selection of special promotional offers, which are available now and run until June 2009. Examples of the savings to be made here include reductions of up to 25 percent on the list price of repairs to brakes, clutches, starters, alternators and cab suspension.

With a fixed price repair from Scania, operators pay one simple, competitive price based on Scania's knowledge of the optimal time an experienced Technician should take to carry out a repair. The cost also includes any replacement parts that may be required (and here only Scania's own parts or service exchange units are used) plus any consumables, such as oil or coolant.

A further advantage is that the operator is presented with a single, straightforward invoice free of any additional charges or hidden surprises.

"In today's demanding economic environment, operators are more than ever looking for fast, effective and reliable solutions to their business needs," says Scania (Great Britain) Limited's Aftersales Director, James Armstrong. "This has resulted in a dramatic increase in the number of services we provide today under the banner of Scania Total Transport Solutions. This latest addition to our portfolio is a logical extension to that programme. As such, it underscores our commitment to assisting operators in every way and making life as simple as we possibly can." 

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Easter bank holiday closing

Keltruck's head office & administration will be closed from the close of play on Good Friday (10 April) whilst the sales & after sales departments will close at lunchtime on Saturday 11 April. All departments will re-open on Wednesday 15 April.

Please check with your local depot for opening times.

Our telephone lists, including mobile numbers for all key staff, are available via keltruck.com/contact along with an online contact form.

Used sales customers may wish to browse our used vehicle stock online at keltruck.com/usedtrucks.

We would like to wish all customers & visitors a joyful & restful Easter.


Morgan's March Madness!

David Morgan, New & Used Sales Director, reminds all readers that there are still a few days left of Morgan's March madness!

Click here for full details of our special offer credit crunch price busters or visit keltruck.com/usedtrucks for details of all of our used vehicles along with full contact details for our used vehicle sales centres at West Bromwich & Newark.

You are very welcome to call into our Scania Used Trucks Super Centre on junction 1 of the M5 where you're assured of a warm welcome. We have more quality used Scania vehicles on display on one site than anywhere else in the UK or Europe! The coffee's always brewing so make it a part of your next route through the Midlands. Click here to read our used sales customer testimonials. Phil Holmes & his team will be delighted to talk to you about any of our advertised vehicles.

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Used cars & vans for sale

We frequently have available a wide selection of plain white, used company vans at competitive prices.

Currently available is this 2005 05 reg LDV MAXUS 2500cc, manual, diesel, 60,000 miles, white, GVW 3,200kg, one owner, LWB, ply lined. Call 0121 524 1825. Click here for full details, including price.

Coming April 2009: 2006 (56) VW Passat, 2004 (04) Ford Transit Connect Van, 2007 (07) Ford Transit pick up

Phil Holmes & the used sales team will be delighted to talk to you about any of our vehicles.

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Special offers on used Scania parts & accessories

Steve Hughes, General Manager Parts Operations has unveiled the latest special offers on used & reconditioned Scania parts & accessories.

The latest savings are valid until 30 June 2009. See keltruck.com/offers for full details.


Air conditioning service

With summer round the corner & the weather already improving, Andrew Bentley, General Manager Support Programmes, recommends Keltruck's air conditioning service packages.

Keltruck's network of depots offers air conditioning service for all makes of truck, bus & coach:

  • Re-gassing

  • Deodorising

  • Routine Maintenance

  • Bi-Annual Re-gas & Deodorise

Efficient air conditioning results in:

  • Improved engine efficiency

  • Optimum fuel economy

  • Reduced pollution

  • Greater filtration of dust & pollen

See keltruck.com/aircon for details.


Paint shop special offers

We are currently taking pre-booking for slots throughout 2009 at reduced rates within our paint shops at West Bromwich & Newark.

If you would like any vehicle painted & want to take advantage of this offer click here for full details or call Ross Hill on 07717 717 598 to book your slot today.

>> 5% discount for advanced bookings taken before June 2009 <<

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Your chance to question the region's MEPs

Like it or loathe it, the European Union influences almost every aspect of how we do business here in the UK. On Thursday 9 April you have an opportunity, courtesy of the West Midlands Chambers of Commerce, to grill West Midlands MEPs from all parties seeking re-election along with party list members who hope to join them in the European Parliament.

The question & answer session takes place on Thursday 9 April in The McGregors Suite, Aston Villa Football Club, Villa Park, Birmingham, West Midlands B6 6HE from 17:15 to 20:30. The debate will commence at 17:45 & will conclude at 19:15 with a hot buffet & networking. From 19:45 Aston Villa will be providing free tours of the club. Car parking will be free & readily available. Click here to download the application form. 

The European elections follow on Thursday 4 June.


St. George's Day parade saved

Chairman & M.D., Chris Kelly, recently stepped in to save the St. George's Day parade in Sandwell.

The story has received widespread coverage in the local media. Drivers on the M5 motorway will already be familiar with Keltruck's giant Cross of St. George flag on junction 1. 

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Career opportunities

Keltruck Burton-on-Trent currently requires a full-time Parts Advisor. 

Hours of work are 45 per week plus alternate Saturday mornings.

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Exceptional customer service deserves recognition

Have you received exceptional service from a member of staff at Keltruck? If so, please tell us about it.

Congratulations to:

  • All the staff at Keltruck Specialist Services Division. From Mr Paul Hill of ETS Distribution Ltd, Loughborough: "Please accept my thanks for your prompt service. The lads did a first class job last night and worked hard and efficiently around our own operations. I was extremely impressed with the service level and professionalism, they set a first class presentation of your company that was noted and passed on to my Directors this morning.
    Your Team identified some unbelievable concerns from our last service provider and set about to put these matters right. They also spent time showing myself some of the faults and explaining the corrective action. My Directors welcomed this new move as a pleasing choice and expressed thanks to Keltruck Tail Lift Division."

  • Sheryl Stephens at Keltruck Cheltenham for "being extremely helpful, pleasant and having a great understanding of what customers require. Getting things done without any fuss." From Mrs Sue Howell of Avalon Metals, Hereford.

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New Scania (Great Britain) website

Scania (Great Britain) have re-launched the www.scania.co.uk website.

Let us know what you think via www.scania.co.uk/comments.


Make a donation to the Ellie Bishop Trust & receive a Miss Keltruck calendar!

The Miss Keltruck 2009 calendar is now available from your local Keltruck depot for a small donation to the Ellie Bishop Trust.

Please make cheques payable to 'Ellie Bishop Trust' or deposit cash in the EBT collection boxes at all depot receptions.

Visit keltruck.com/misskeltruck for a calendar overview & look out for the 2008/9 edition of Kelnews which includes a feature on the making of the calendar.


Past editions

New to our mailing list? Read past editions:

February 2009 | January 2009 | December 2008 | November 2008 | October 2008 | August 2008 | July 2008 | June 2008 | May 2008 | April 2008 | March 2008 | February 2008 | January 2008 | December 2007 | November 2007 | September 2007 | August 2007 | June 2007 | May 2007 | April 2007 | March 2007 | February 2007 | January 2007


For further information on anything contained in this newsletter please contact Chris D. Kelly at Keltruck West Bromwich.

Chris D. Kelly -- EllieBishop.org WebmasterChris D. Kelly MBA
Marketing Director

info@keltruck.com

keltruck.com/chrisdkelly
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Tel: +44 (0)121 525 7000 x881
Tel: +44 (0)121 524 1801 (Pam Young)
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