Tom Roberts
@trobertsvanTom’s interest in vans and commercial vehicles of all sizes is beyond ‘enthusiast’ level. Never happier than when he’s behind the wheel of a commercial vehicle, Tom has been creating content of all types about hard-working vehicles since 2016.
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MAN TGE Panel Van LCV (2017 - ) review
When is a Volkswagen Crafter, not a Volkswagen Crafter? When it’s a MAN TG. With MAN and Volkswagen part of the same group, it’s no surprise that MAN decided to take advantage of the successful Crafter platform. Auto Trader’s Tom Roberts looks at the TGE which has become (perhaps surprisingly) popular.
Volkswagen Amarok Pickup (2023 - ) review
The original Volkswagen Amarok proved popular with those who wanted a premium pickup, but Volkswagen took the decision to withdraw the truck from the UK market in 2020. Wind the clock on three years and a new Amarok entered the fray, the result of a joint venture with Ford. Auto Trader’s Tom Roberts reports.
Ford Transit Courier Panel Van (2023 - ) review
Although smaller than a Ford Transit Connect and larger than a Ford Fiesta Van, the Ford Transit Courier didn’t compete with established players in the light van marketplace. But the 2024 Courier now competes on equal terms with its rivals. Auto Trader’s Tom Roberts takes a closer look.
Vauxhall Vivaro Panel Van (2019 - 2024) review
The Vauxhall Vivaro has, in various guises over the years, been a favourite of the tradesperson. If you’ve had a professional round to your house, there’s a fair chance they will have turned up in Vauxhall's medium sized van – but what keeps the Vivaro so popular? Auto Trader’s Tom Roberts takes a closer look.
More about Tom Roberts
Tom’s interests in vans, commercial vehicles and motorcycles began in childhood, and before 2016 were purely personal interests. Joining Vanarama - a personal and commercial vehicle leasing company (now a part of the Auto Trader Group) - allowed Tom’s van and commercial vehicle passions to be put to professional use writing reviews, articles, sales copy and spec listings for Vanarama.com. As for motorcycles, that’s still a personal interest.
In 2017, Tom began writing and presenting van and pickup truck review videos for Vanarama’s YouTube channel - this helped to grow the channel and Tom’s reputation in the automotive industry as a commercial vehicle expert. It has led to presenting work with other companies, including the Ideal World shopping channel and Continental Tyres.
In 2023, Tom took on the role of Bikes, Leisure and Commercial Vehicles Content Marketing Manager at Auto Trader, creating and managing the creation of onsite features, reviews and other content relating to those vehicles.
Before commercial vehicles took over his life, Tom worked as a freelance journalist on national titles, radio and reporting on the gifts and greetings cards industries, before taking on senior editorial posts as managing editor of several medical titles and toy trade magazines.
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