ZEV Mandate updated to ease targets for VMs
The UK government has announced that the ZEV Mandate will be changed to make it easier for vehicle manufacturers to meet targets. It has announced that the 2030 deadline for […]
Vans
Fleets to keep diesel vans running for longer
A new white paper has been published to support businesses who want to keep their diesel vans on the roads for longer. The paper, written by FleetCheck, has been produced […]
White van man stereotype debunked by Mercedes-Benz
New research from Mercedes-Benz Vans UK has debunked the stereotype of the ‘white van man’, with almost half now degree-qualified. It found that 46% of van drivers hold a Foundation, […]
New van buyers face £15.5m VED bill
New van buyers will spend an average of £1,732 extra on Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) from April, according to a new study. If 2024 van sales patterns continue, this will […]
Electric vans on cusp of sales charge – Venson
A new white paper has concluded that take-up of electric vans in the UK could accelerate rapidly despite obvious challenges. Published by Venson Automotive Solutions, the ‘Living Your Best e-Van […]
Van thefts near 12,000 with Ford most targeted make
Van thefts in the UK approached 12,000 between October 2022 and 2023, according to figures from the DVLA. Travis Perkins obtained the figures through a Freedom of Information request. They revealed […]
UK van market overlooked in electric vehicle sales talks – AFP
The UK van market has been overlooked in government talks with manufacturers around the ZEV Mandate, according to the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP). The government met vehicle manufacturers this […]
Van drivers missing more work days through injury
About a quarter of UK van drivers had time off work last year after sustaining loading-related injuries. According to research carried out by Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, 28% of van drivers […]
Ageas identifies moped fraud scam targeting van drivers
A new crash for cash scam targeting van drivers has been identified by leading UK motor insurer Ageas. It has warned of moped riders deliberately positioning their vehicles behind reversing […]
LCV values enjoy steady growth
Average LCV values at BCA rose by £115 – or 1.3% – to £8,855 in March 2024. This comes after the wider LCV market grew 11.1% to 52,916 units across […]
Europcar unveils new van rental solution
Europcar has launched a new solution for one or two-year van rental. Designed to provide certainty over costs, the rate for the new package encompasses all costs, including maintenance and […]
Lucky 13 for LCV sales
The new light commercial vehicle (LCVs) market grew by 8.4% with 23,962 vehicles joining UK roads during January, according to the latest figures published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers […]
