Vans

Poor on-street charging holds back business from buying electric vans

A new survey reveals that most UK fleets intend to go electric, but a lack of public EV charging points is delaying the switchover.

Number of vans on UK roads has doubled since 1998

New research reveals that almost one in three British adults aged between 25 and 34 now says they own a van.

‘White van man’ myth belongs in the 1990s says new survey

The old 'white van man' clichés are totally outdated, says a survey of Britain's van drivers by Mercedes-Benz.

New Ford tech saves delivery drivers vital seconds every drop-off

Ford’s new Delivery Assist technology automates the key steps van drivers make before each drop-off, saving seconds for every delivery made.

Electric van MOT tests now ‘impossible’ to book

Businesses are calling for an official deferral for MOTs on electric vans after fleet operators report having to take vehicles off the road.

Hydrogen-powered Vauxhall Movano van to cost from £66,450

Available to order from early 2025, the Vauxhall Movano Hydrogen offers a potential range of up to 311 miles.

New Dacia Spring Cargo is the UK’s cheapest electric van

With prices starting at £14,995 before VAT, the electric Dacia Spring Cargo is aimed at city-based businesses.

More than a quarter of van drivers injured when loading vehicles

A new survey finds high numbers of UK van drivers are injured when loading their vehicles – resulting in costly time off work.

English breakfast and a yoga class: the truth about UK van drivers

A survey of 2,000 drivers finds that most people think the white van man cliche is no longer representative in today's Britain.

TV star George Clarke to tackle Goodwood hill in classic Ford Transit

The Amazing Spaces star will drive the eBay Lounge Ford Transit, designed by Peter Stevens, up the famous Goodwood hillclimb.