LCV sales a quarter of normal levels
The UK new light commercial vehicle (LCV) market fell 74.1% in May.
Figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) found that 7,541 vehicles were delivered in the month, the majority to fleets running food distribution, home delivery, utilities, broadband and emergency services operations.
Performance year-to-date has declined 49.6%, with almost half the number of vehicles registered than in the same period last year.
Mike Hawes, SMMT chief executive, said: “While slightly better than April, these figures are still extremely worrying. As more businesses re-open, we are seeing a gradual uptick in fleet renewal orders. However, restoring operator confidence to ensure they continue to invest in their fleets is the only way to get more of the latest, cleanest commercial vehicles on our roads. This will be critical not just to the economy but to the resumption of normality for business and society which depends on this sector.”
