commercial vehicles

CV levels hit record high

The number of commercial vehicles on Britain’s roads has reached the highest level in history, according to the latest data published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). […]

Revival of CV production still strong

UK commercial vehicle (CV) production rose by 27.6% in April, the fourth consecutive month of growth for the sector. The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) reported that 7,879 working […]

Government announces £40m autonomous funding

The UK government has announced it is committing £40m to accelerate the development of commercial self-driving services. The Commercialising Connected and Automated Mobility competition will offer grants to help roll […]

Alphabet announces new LCV conversion network

Leasing and mobility specialist Alphabet (GB) has enhanced its LCV offering by launching a new network of approved UK conversion partners. The newly contracted suppliers will work alongside Alphabet’s existing […]

LCV registrations hit by supply chain shortages

UK light commercial vehicle (LCV) registrations declined to 21,597 units in April, down 29.1% year-on-year. This is according to the latest figures published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and […]

LCV values set to ease

Market dynamics are changing, which could impact LCV values in the future. That is the view of BCA, which recorded the third highest average monthly value for LCVs in March. LCV […]

Stellantis strengthens hydrogen team

Stellantis has appointed Jean-Michel Billig as chief technology officer for hydrogen fuel cell vehicle development. He will take up his role on 27 June. Carlos Tavares, Stellantis CEO, said, “Jean-Michel’s […]

WMS Group announces new warranty contract

WMS Group has announced a partnership with global coach and bus manufacturer TEMSA to significantly extend the warranty on its lease buses and coaches in the UK. As part of […]

BVRLA conference set for live launch

The BVRLA’s annual Fleets in Charge Conference is being hosted in person for the first time at One Birdcage Walk in London on 7 July. Featuring senior government officials and experts […]

Isuzu secures record sales

Isuzu UK recorded 838 sales of the Isuzu D-Max pick-up during the first quarter of 2022, a notable 42.8% up on the same period last year, with March proving to […]

LCV market hit by supply shortages

The UK light commercial vehicle (LCV) market declined in March by 27.6% to 40,613 units . According to the latest figures published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders […]

CV production soars by 92%

UK commercial vehicle (CV) production grew 92.2% in the second month of 2022, with 8,278 vans, trucks, taxis, buses and coaches rolling out of British factories. This is according to […]