New Launches
Ford Transit ECOnetic Brief Test
We’ve been putting a SWB 100hp 2.2TDi Euro 5 Transit 280 ECOnetic through its paces… Read More
Renault Kangoo ZE 2011 European Launch
Renault is at the forefront of manufacturers offering a mass produced factory-built electric van… Read More
Fuso Canter 2011 European Launch
Fuso has completely revamped its range of light and heavy truck Canter chassis and chassis crew cabs… Read More
Iveco Daily 2011 European Launch
Iveco has introduced new, latest generation diesels to its Daily range, along with detail changes inside and out… Read More
Ford Transit 2011 European Launch
Ford takes the iconic Transit to the next stage with an all-new range of 2.2-litre Euro 5 diesels… Read More
Volkswagen Crafter 2011 UK Launch
VW’s large panel van has undergone a serious makeover with changes to the front-end styling and the cab interior, as well as new Euro 5 diesels… Read More
Ford Transit Connect Electric Brief Test
We spent a day with the battery-powered Connect to get a better idea of what it’s like to live with in its natural, urban environment. Read More
Mercedes-Benz Vito E-CELL Brief Test
Currently undergoing trials with selected fleet customers in the UK, we managed to get behind the wheel of a battery-powered Vito E-CELL… Read More
Volkswagen Crafter 2011 European Launch
Volkswagen’s Crafter has undergone a midlife makeover and gets a new front-end along with new Euro 5 engines… Read More
Volkswagen Amarok UK Launch
The Amarok one tonne pick-up is a Volkswagen from the ground up and from launch is available as a four-wheel drive double cab with a choice of three… Read More
Latest Van News
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22 February 2012MINI Clubvan Concept set for Geneva debut
MINI is planning to unveil its all-new Clubvan Concept car-derived van at this year’s Geneva Motor Show… -
22 February 2012Ford unveils the new face of 2012 Transit
Next generation Transit will be rolled-out during 2012, starting with a Torneo Custom Concept in Geneva… -
21 February 2012Nissan goes heavyweight with NV400
To maximise NV400’s exposure to potential customers Nissan has converted 15 HGV trailers into mobile ads… -
21 February 2012DfT names first eligible electric grant vans
The Department for Transport has released the list of the first seven vans eligible for the Plug-in Electric Van Grant… -
20 February 2012All-new Isuzu Rodeo to be branded D-Max
UK Isuzu importers International Motors has said that the all-new Rodeo for 2012 will take the global D-Max name… -
20 February 2012Fantastic-value Fiat Ducato Tecnico launched
Fiat has introduced an option-laden version of the latest Ducato under the Tecnico banner and the price is a steal… -
17 February 2012Average UK diesel price hits new high
According to figures from The AA the average price of a litre of diesel has topped 2011’s May peak… -
17 February 2012FTA calls for urgent fuel duty cut
The Freight Transport Association is calling on the Chancellor to slash fuel duty by at least 5p/litre… -
16 February 2012GRP’s ENVIRON-lite available for test drives
Conversion company GRP has announced that its latest reduced-weight refrigerated demonstrator is up and running… -
16 February 2012Greenroad launches Elite driver initiative
GreenRoad has announced a new driver excellence programme called Fleet Elite… -
15 February 2012Ducato Comfort-Matic availability extended
Fiat Professional has announced its semi-auto gearbox option on Ducato now includes 2.3-litre diesels… -
15 February 2012All-new Combo introduced by Vauxhall
Vauxhall has launched its all-new Combo for 2012 and it’s a very different proposition to its predecessor… -
14 February 2012Citroën upgrades standard-fit LCV telematics
Trafficmaster’s Smartnav and Trackstar package fitted to Citroën’s Berlingo, Dispatch and Relay enhanced for 2012… -
13 February 2012New main dealer in Wales for Isuzu Truck
Based in Newport, Gwent, Commercial Motors (Wales) is the latest addition to Isuzu Truck’s dealer network… -
13 February 2012January used van values show slight rise
Figures from Manheim Remarketing reveal that average used van values rose by 1.1 per cent in January… -
13 February 2012Keyfuels launches expanded web site
National fuel card and fuel management supplier Keyfuels has redesigned its web site and increased usability… -
10 February 2012Nissan unveils NV200 LWB at US auto show
Nissan has uncovered the NV200 it will be selling in the USA from 2013 at the Chicago Auto Show; and it’s grown in length… -
10 February 2012Bridgestone to run seminars at CV Show
Tyre company Bridgestone will be hosting a series of free seminars off its stand at this year’s show… -
10 February 2012Winter driver training from Land Rover
Emergency services have been undergoing winter driver training courtesy of Land Rover… -
09 February 2012Euro 5 crew van joins Dispatch line-up
Citroën has added a six-seater crew van version of Dispatch to the new range of Euro 5 models… -
08 February 2012Renault Trucks strengthens aftersales service
The largest dealer group in the Renault Trucks network has invested £300,000 in a fleet of Kangoo and Master vans… -
07 February 2012Avon introduces new AV11 panel van tyre
The R-rated AV11, developed specifically for panel vans, has joined Avon’s range of LCV tyres… -
07 February 2012Van registrations slump in January
Sales of light commercials up to 3.5 tonne fall 16.4 per cent month-on-month compared to 2011… -
06 February 2012Citroën updates Berlingo & Dispatch for 2012
Berlingo and Dispatch get re-designed front-ends and revised cab interiors for 2012 model year… -
03 February 2012Merc names Citan as its light van contender
Mercedes-Benz has revealed that its Renault Kangoo-based light van market sector challenger will be called Citan… -
03 February 2012Special offer extends Fiat Doblò warranty
Fiat Professional has announced a time-limited deal which takes Doblò’s standard warranty to unlimited mileage… -
03 February 2012VW Transporter is CAP’s used van of 2011
Used van price benchmarking company CAP has named Volkswagen’s Transporter as its Used Van of the Year 2011… -
02 February 2012Report predicts used LCV supply gap
A new report from British Car Auctions suggests a lack of cheaper, good quality used LCVs in the coming years… -
02 February 2012Hyundai strengthens UK dealer network
The addition of 29 new dealerships takes the total number of nationwide Hyundai franchises to 152… -
01 February 2012New remarketing initiative from Mitsubishi
In a bid to optimise residual values Mitsubishi has launched a new dealer-based remarketing scheme… -
01 February 2012SME success for Citroën Business Centres
Citroën’s Business Centres are proving pivotal to increasing sales in the small and medium enterprise sector… -
31 January 2012EU van sales show growth in 2011
Sales of LCVs up to 3.5t in 2011 across the EU show significant average growth compared to 2010… -
31 January 2012New Strada pick-up arrives in Europe
Fiat’s South American-built fifth generation compact Strada pick-up goes on sale in Italy, but UK misses out again… -
30 January 2012Isotrak opens its doors for LGV fleet forum
Telematics and vehicle tracking company Isotrak is inviting fleet operators to an LGV forum at its Milton Keynes HQ… -
30 January 2012CAP warns of latent Euro 5 residual woes
Used van pricing specialist, CAP, has warned that the fitment of DPFs to Euro 5 diesels may affect residual values… -
27 January 2012New BT-50 pick-up UK launch delayed
Mazda has put back the UK introduction of its all-new BT-50 due to production set-backs following Thailand floods… -
27 January 2012
SMMT predicts steady LCV sales in 2012
The Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders reckons that LCV sales will be on a par with those of 2011… -
27 January 2012Merc Sprinter Cat protection from Maple
Maple Fleet Services has launched CatSecure, designed to stop Catalytic Converter theft from Sprinters… -
26 January 2012All-new Defender 2015 to be built in India
Next generation Land Rover Defender, due for launch in 2015, will be built in India according to parent company Tata… -
26 January 2012Supertrucks partners with Glass Racking Co
UK glass transportation specialist Supertrucks has teamed up with New Zealand-based The Glass Racking Company… -
26 January 2012Used van values hold up well in 2011
Manheim Remarketing reports average used van prices fell by 1.3 per cent in 2011, despite increases in age and mileage… -
25 January 2012Red is a lucky colour for Isuzu Truck
Refrigerated food distribution company Lucky Red’s latest acquisitions are two Isuzu Truck Forward 7.5-tonners… -
25 January 2012Toyota withdraws from UK panel van market
With no Euro 5-compliant diesel available for the Hiace, Toyota has dropped it from the 2012 UK LCV line-up… -
25 January 2012GreenRoad joins Van Excellence scheme
Driver training specialist GreenRoad is the latest company to gain accreditation for the FTA’s Van Excellence initiative… -
24 January 2012TomTom provides traffic information for AA
TomTom has entered into a partnership to supply the AA with real-time traffic information for its Traffic News web site… -
23 January 2012Bonito takes Optare into small bus market
Specialist bus and coach manufacturer Optare is entering the small, accessible bus market for the first time… -
23 January 2012Peugeot to exit small car-derived market
Once it replaces its 207 hatchback with the all-new 208, Peugeot has stated that there will be no van version… -
20 January 2012Rubbish mountain goes to auction
Manheim removes more than 25,000 cubic metres of rubbish annually from commercial vehicles going to auction… -
20 January 2012Manufacturers welcome Plug-In Van Grant
Nissan and Renault have welcomed the news that the Plug-In Grant scheme has been extended to include vans… -
19 January 2012Contract hire deals up for grabs from Citroën
Citroën Contract Motoring has announced contract hire deals across its entire LCV range for 2012… -
19 January 2012O-Licensing coming to Northern Ireland
Minister confirms to FTA that Operator Licenses will be introduced in Northern Ireland from April… -
18 January 2012
VW completes Crafter engine line-up
A second twin-turbo 2.0BiTDI diesel has joined 2012 Crafter panel van and chassis cab range… -
17 January 2012Vans become eligible for Plug-In Grant
Electric vans up to 3.5t are now included in the revised Plug-In Grant scheme, up to a value of £8,000… -
17 January 2012Renault scores loan for EV development
The European Investment Bank has granted Renault a €180m loan to develop battery and electric motor technology… -
17 January 2012New Thames tunnel proposed for London
London Major Boris Johnson has announced plans for a new traffic tunnel under the Thames to alleviate congestion… -
16 January 2012One-stop conversion range from Iveco
Iveco has reintroduced its DriveAway Options programme of the most popular pre-bodied Daily chassis cab conversions… -
16 January 2012Hilux takes third place in Dakar 2012
A Toyota Hilux, specially prepared in South Africa, came third overall in the car category of this year’s Dakar Rally… -
16 January 2012More forecourts to take euroShell fuel card
Shell has done a deal with Valero Energy to allow euroShell fuel cards to be accepted at Texaco service stations… -
16 January 2012Hammersmith flyover reopens for vans
Closed before Xmas due to the discovery of impending structural failure, the flyover is now open for light traffic… -
13 January 2012Nissan unveils 2012 e-NV200 Concept
Nissan chose this year’s Detroit Auto Show for the world debut of its all-electric e-NV200 Concept… -
12 January 2012Hilux keeps EON moving in winter
Energy supplier E.ON has taken delivery of 12 Hilux 4x4 pick-ups to be used by maintenance teams… -
12 January 2012Mitsubishi opens for business in Doncaster
Riverside Motor Group has opened the doors to the latest addition to Mitsubishi’s nationwide dealer network… -
11 January 2012Diesel price could reach record high in weeks
There are growing fears that the average price of diesel will break last year’s high of 1.43p/litre very soon… -
11 January 2012CV Show return for Isuzu Truck in 2012
Having taken a break for a couple of years Isuzu Truck will be exhibiting at this year’s event… -
10 January 2012Volkswagen Caddy is a perfect Match
VW has introduced a range of high specification limited edition Caddy vans, available until the end of April 2012… -
09 January 2012Peugeot to facelift Partner and Expert in 2012
The French manufacturer has announced that its Partner and Expert ranges will get a mild facelift this year… -
09 January 2012Transit gets new dealer-fit Cobra alarm
Cobra has begun supplying a new Thatcham Cat 1 alarm to Ford dealers specifically designed for the Transit… -
09 January 2012
Van sales remain strong throughout 2011
Light commercial vehicle registrations for 2011 were up 16.7 per cent year-on-year compared to 2010… -
06 January 2012Pioneer Project-X Vito pumps up the volume
Take a Merc Vito Sport-X, raid the Brabus parts bin and install 30,050 watts of Pioneer kit; that’s Project-X… -
05 January 2012Autoglass develops new glass repair resin
The vehicle glass repair and replacement specialist is introducing a stronger and longer-lasting windscreen repair resin… -
04 January 2012Supertrucks signs-up for CV Show 2012
Specialist van racking and bodywork supplier for the glass industry, Supertrucks, commits to attend this year’s show… -
03 January 2012Low Emission Zone changes kick-in
As of 3 January 2012 all LCVs older than 10 years with a kerb weight greater than 1,205kg are not welcome in London… -
24 December 2011Santa slips into new Ford eco-sleigh
Feeling jolly? Then click-through for a festive press release from the elves in the Ford comms department, it’s a cracker… -
23 December 2011CV Show 2012 open for business
The UK’s 2012 Commercial Vehicle Show is shaping up nicely and pre-registration for free tickets is now live… -
22 December 2011Renault ZE Expert EV dealers go live
Following the launch of the all-electric Kangoo Z.E. Renault has announced the first batch of 21 Expert dealers… -
22 December 2011Franchise ‘fleet’ deal sorted by Nissan
Renewable energy company Puragen has secured a ‘fleet’ deal with Nissan to supply vans to its 72 UK-wide franchises… -
21 December 2011Vauxhall extends van swappage scheme
Deals for LCVs older than seven years that fall foul of London's new Low Emission Zone levels extended to March 2012… -
20 December 2011MYVAN web site launched by Mercedes
Merc’s new van-orientated site sets out to be a brand-neutral social media-related international platform… -
20 December 2011Renault undertakes model and dealer cull
To establish sustainable future profitability Renault UK is axing dealerships and loss-making models in 2012… -
19 December 2011Best ever global CV sales for VW in 2011
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has posted its best ever global sales figures with Caddy leading the way… -
19 December 2011Covent Garden Market success for Paneltex
Specialist bodybuilder Paneltex has completed a rewarding two days demonstrating products to traders… -
16 December 2011Stylish limited edition Caravelle unveiled
Volkswagen has announced the availability of a special Edition 25 Caravelle, but just 225 are up for grabs… -
15 December 2011Government to slash motoring red tape
The BVRLA has welcomed the first results of the Government’s Red Tape Challenge consultation… -
15 December 2011New boss for UK home of Ford Transit
Ford has appointed a new plant manager for its production centre in Southampton, the UK home of the Transit… -
14 December 2011Carrier Transicold launches new Pulsor range
The refrigeration specialist has introduced a new range of units designed specifically for light commercial vehicles… -
13 December 2011FedEx trialling Nissan e-NV200 in London
Nissan is collaborating with FedEx to put an electric NV200 van prototype through its paces on the streets of London… -
13 December 2011Sprinter conversion drafted in to fight fires
A Merc Sprinter-based Incident Management Unit converted by MacNeillie has gone into service on Merseyside… -
12 December 2011SMMT updates Towing and the Law Guide
The Society of Manufacturers & Traders has released the sixth edition of its guide aimed at anyone towing up to 3.5 tonnes… -
12 December 2011L-Plate drivers heading for the motorway
Road safety minister Mike Penning has announced that from 2012 learner drivers will be allowed on motorways… -
09 December 2011GE Capital takes on EV demonstrators
Two Azure Ford Transit Connect Electric vans have been bought by the Fleet Services division of GE Capital… -
09 December 2011Low Emission Zone warning from Manheim
Manheim Remarketing says the impact of the new London Low Emission Zone standards should not be underestimated… -
08 December 2011Merc Sprinter gets ESP upgrade for 2012
Mercedes-Benz will be fitting the latest generation Bosch ESP 9i system to all Sprinters as standard from January 2012… -
08 December 2011
CV Show 2012 shaping up to be a classic
Over 200 exhibitors have already signed-up for next year’s Commercial Vehicle Show and there’s the prospect of global debuts… -
07 December 2011
Van sales remain solid in November
Registrations of light commercials up to 3.5t continue to show strong year-on-year growth throughout November… -
06 December 2011Major investment from Isuzu Truck dealer
Herts-based Hoddesdon Truck Centre has invested £3.7m to upgrade facilities at its extensive premises… -
02 December 2011Ford awarded ‘Fleet Hero’ status
The Energy Savings Trust has declared Ford as a Fleet Hero for the second time in three years… -
01 December 2011Mitsubishi opens hotline to the boss
A hotline has been set up that allows customers to contact Mitsubishi UK boss Lance Bradley directly… -
30 November 2011Festive deals from Volkswagen Commercials
VW has announced it’s offering a selection of special finance packages across its range of vans during December… -
29 November 2011FTA condemns Severn Bridge toll rise
From 1 January 2012 it will cost £12.50 to cross the Severn Bridge into Wales in a Ford Fiesta Van; a rise of 5.2 per cent… -
29 November 2011Chancellor backs down on fuel tax hike
George Osbourne has announced in his Autumn Statement that the proposed January 2012 fuel tax rise will be deferred… -
28 November 2011Loadhopper heading for DFSK dealerships
The first batch of Chinese manufacturer DFSK’s Loadhopper microvans and mini trucks are being dispatched to dealers… -
28 November 2011EV Quick Charger network help from Nissan
Nissan is to provide 400 Quick Charge stations to help establish a Europe-wide EV network… -
25 November 2011Kangoo ZE bags 2012 Van of the Year award
Renault’s all-electric Kangoo Z.E. has been voted the International Van of the Year for 2012… -
24 November 2011TomTom expands WEBFLEET useability
TomTom Business Solutions has added maintenance reminders and launched smart phone apps for its telematics package… -
23 November 2011Tough times for used van buyers in 2012
Manheim Remarketing is warning that used van buyers will find the marketplace tough next year as demand outstrips supply… -
21 November 2011Nissan NV350 gets Tokyo Motor Show debut
Nissan’s all-new NV350 will have its world debut at the Tokyo Motor Show 2011, but it’s not heading to the UK… -
18 November 2011VW unveils eT! electric Transporter concept
Volkswagen has taken the covers off its eT! concept vehicle, its vision of what the Transporter of the future may resemble… -
18 November 2011Tyre performance labelling one year away
From November 2012 it will be a legal requirement in the EU for all tyres to carry stickers showing performance information… -
18 November 2011Drivers should prepare for the worst this winter
Drivers could be facing the worst road conditions in decades as harsh winter weather combines with road maintenance budget cuts… -
18 November 2011MPs back motion to cut fuel duty
Following a four-hour Back Bench debate triggered by FairFuelUK’s e-petition MPs vote for action of fuel duty… -
17 November 2011Low Carbon Champions 2011 announced
Award winners in the drive to cut carbon emissions from road transport have been announced by the LowCVP… -
16 November 2011Damage limitation needed on LCVs
BCA has revealed the potential cost of repairing damage on light commercials presented at auction is on the rise… -
15 November 2011Isuzu Truck UK technicians take on the world
Two Isuzu Truck UK-trained dealer technicians will be competing in the 2011 Isuzu World Technical Skills Competition… -
14 November 2011Ashwoods Hybrid Drive picks up three awards
The Hybrid Drive System developed by Ashwoods Automotive has won three IET Innovation Awards… -
11 November 2011ESP standard on all new vans by 2014
All new vans sold in the EU from 31 October 2014 will have to have ESP as a standard fitment… -
11 November 2011Eire goes green with Smith Electric
Irish electricity company, ESB Networks, has taken delivery of 10 zero emission vans and trucks from Smith Electric Vehicles… -
10 November 2011Used van values remain strong in October
British Car Auctions and Manheim Remarketing report sustained high values for used light commercials… -
09 November 2011VW is most reliable van manufacturer
Volkswagen has been named as the best overall van manufacturer in this year’s Fleet News FN50 Reliability Survey… -
09 November 2011Sprinter scoops top reliability award
Merc’s Sprinter has walked off with the top van honours in the 2011 Fleet News FN50 Reliability Survey… -
08 November 2011Kangoo ZE completes FCC successfully
VansA2Z took part in the RAC Future Car Challenge 2011 in a Renault Kangoo Z.E. and completed the eco run without a hitch… -
08 November 2011Zytek awarded EV development grant
Clean vehicle technology specialist Zytek has won a £1.35m grant from the government’s Regional Growth Fund… -
07 November 2011
Van registrations show signs of a slowdown
Sales of vans up to 3.5t for October show a 6.7 per cent rise, but growth is slowing as the year-end approaches… -
04 November 2011FTA condemns Olympic parking fine extension
Plans are afoot to impose additional parking charges beyond the Olympic Route Network during the 2012 Games… -
04 November 2011Ford Transit dominates at ACFO Awards
Ford walked away with both the van trophies at this year’s Association of Car Fleet Operator Awards… -
03 November 2011VansA2Z takes Kangoo ZE for economy run
Our editor is behind the wheel of a Renault Kangoo Z.E. in the RAC Future Car Challenge 2011 taking place on 5 November… -
02 November 2011All-new Peugeot 208 slated for 2012 launch
Peugeot is replacing its 207 with an all-new 208 and its due to hit UK showrooms in the summer of 2012… -
02 November 2011
Date set for FairFuelUK parliamentary debate
FairFuelUK’s e-petition for cheaper diesel and petrol has been granted a parliamentary debate on 15 November… -
01 November 2011Nissan goes electric at Tokyo Truck Show
Nissan has rolled out three EV concepts based on the Cabstar at this year’s Tokyo Truck Show… -
31 October 2011French companies put faith in Kangoo ZE
Renault has won orders for over 15,000 battery-powered Kangoo Z.E. vans from major French companies… -
31 October 2011Over a quarter of van drivers ignore fuel usage
According to a survey carried out on behalf of Volkswagen CVs, in excess of a quarter of van drivers are unaware of fuel usage… -
28 October 2011British Gas fits Continental winter tyres
Following extensive testing British Gas has standardised the fitment of Continental winter tyres on its car-derived vans… -
27 October 2011Shogun updated to Euro 5 for 2012MY
Mitsubishi has made detailed changes to the Shogun 4x4 (Pajero) for the 2012 model year, including taking its diesel to Euro 5… -
26 October 2011All-new Ranger scores five EURO NCAP stars
Even before it goes on sale in the UK the all-new Ford Ranger pick-up makes motoring history… -
26 October 2011New Yorkers get NV200 Taxi preview
The Nissan Taxi of Tomorrow Design Expo is running in New York to give potential users their first glimpse… -
25 October 2011Citroën takes entire LCV range to Euro 5
As part of its ‘Business Class’ initiative, Citroën has launched its ‘5 Star’ Euro 5 LCV Programme… -
24 October 2011Microlise updates in-cab telematics module
Telematics provider Microlise is launching the fourth generation of its in-cab Driver Communications Module (DCM4) in November… -
21 October 2011All-new NV400 set for November UK launch
Nissan dealers across the country are all set for the November roll-out of the Interstar replacement, the NV400… -
20 October 2011
New Vauxhall Combo set for 2012 UK launch
Vauxhall dealers have begun taking orders for the new generation Combo with delivery slated for February 2012… -
19 October 2011Fiat Professional appoints new UK boss
Fiat Professional has announced that Sebastiano Fedrigo has been appointed as its new director in the UK… -
19 October 2011Renault switches on UK Kangoo ZE supply
Renault’s Z.E. Expert UK dealers will have access to stocks of battery-powered Kangoo Z.E.s from November… -
18 October 2011Used LCV prices hit 16-month high
Average used LCV values reached their highest point for 16 months in September, according to BCA… -
17 October 2011New Euro 5 Ducato hits UK showrooms
Fiat Professional dealers add a new weapon to their armory this month with the arrival of the a line-up of Euro 5-engined Ducatos… -
14 October 2011DHL attains FTA Van Excellence status
DHL Express is the UK’s first logistics company to receive accreditation under the FTA’s Van Excellence scheme… -
14 October 2011New Iveco Daily to offer TomTom sat nav
When the next generation Daily goes on sale in November it will be available with a semi-integrated TomTom sat nav system… -
13 October 2011All-new 2012 Isuzu Rodeo breaks cover
Isuzu has taken the covers off it’s new D-Max pick-up in Thailand and it’s based on the new Chevy Colorado… -
13 October 2011
FairFuelUK e-petition triggers MP debate
Having passed 100,000 signatures, FairFuelUK’s online petition ‘Cheaper petrol and diesel’ will be debated by Parliament… -
12 October 2011Chevy launches 2012 Colorado in Thailand
Chevrolet has unveiled its all-new global mid-size Colorado pick-up in Thailand; and it’s coming to the UK… -
11 October 2011ASDA signs up for carbon reduction scheme
Supermarket giant ASDA is the latest company to join the FTA’s Logistics Carbon Reduction Scheme… -
10 October 2011ATS confirms CV Show 2012 attendance
Tyre and vehicle servicing specialist ATS Euromaster has announced that it will be exhibiting at the Commercial Vehicle Show 2012… -
10 October 2011Mercedes vans get a grip with winter tyres
With severe weather forecast for this winter, Merc dealers are offing a full winter tyre service for its van customers… -
07 October 2011Corsavan returns over 70mpg on economy run
VansA2Z editor Neil McIntee managed to get 71.3mpg out of a Vauxhall Corsavan on the 2011 MPG Marathon… -
07 October 2011
Van sales show positive growth in September
New light commercial vehicle registrations in September were 9.5 per cent up month-on-month compared to 2010… -
05 October 2011VansA2Z tackles MPG Marathon in Corsavan
Editor Neil McIntee will be behind the wheel of a Vauxhall Corsavan ecoFlex in the 2011 MPG Marathon economy run… -
04 October 2011Used LCV market heading for a black hole
A report published by BCA indicates that the used van market is heading for serious shortages in the coming years… -
03 October 2011DFSK Loadhopper microvan launches in UK
Vestatec Automotive has begun selling Chinese manufacturer DFSK’s Loadhopper microvans and mini trucks in the UK… -
03 October 2011Zero per cent finance on selected used VW vans
Volkswagen is offering interest-free finance for twelve months on selected used Caddy and Transporter vans… -
02 October 2011
FairFuelUK e-petition steams past 100,000
The campaigning group’s online petition easily surpasses the number of signatures to trigger a parliamentary debate… -
30 September 2011Abel & Cole remains cool thanks to Hubbard
Online organic vegetable retailer Abel & Cole expands delivery fleet with 20 Dailys featuring Hubbard reefer kit… -
30 September 2011Government considers 80mph M-Way speed limit
The motorway speed limit could be raised to 80mph in 2013 if the government gets its way… -
30 September 2011Ashwoods up for SMMT Innovation Award
Ashwoods Automotive’s Hybrid Drive system has been shortlisted in the SMMT’s Innovation Award for 2011… -
29 September 2011ePower Trucks takes on GEM EV distribution
ePower Trucks has been appointed the sole distributor of GEM electric vehicles in the UK… -
29 September 2011Future Car Challenge 2011 trial run a success
Three crews have completed a trial run for the Brighton to London 2011 RAC Future Car Challenge without a hitch… -
28 September 2011Transit SportVan goes all heavy metal
Now in its seventh colour combination, Ford’s latest limited edition Transit SportVan comes in metallic silver with graphite stripes… -
27 September 2011VW appoints new commercial vehicle director
Volkswagen has announced that Alex Smith is to replace the departing Simon Elliott as the UK boss of commercial vehicles… -
27 September 2011Sprinter on the trail of land speed record
The Bloodhound Project aims to smash the land speed record and break the sound barrier, with help from a Merc Sprinter… -
26 September 2011
Hiace falls foul of Euro 5 emissions regs
The Hiace will be dropped from Toyota’s UK LCV line-up at the end of the year due to non-compliance with Euro 5… -
26 September 2011Trade-up to a Ford Transit at B&Q
Ford is taking part in the TradePoint VIP Roadshow currently touring B&Q outlets throughout the UK… -
23 September 2011Luton Vivaro production reaches landmark
Over half a million Vivaros have rolled off the line at GMM’s Luton Vauxhall/Opel plant in the last ten years… -
21 September 2011Caddy celebrates 30th anniversary in style
Volkswagen is marking the Caddy’s 30th birthday with the release of Edition 30 special editions… -
21 September 2011ePower introduces electric 3.5-tonner
An Alke XT320E 3.5 tonne dropside took pride of place on ePower’s stand at the recent IOG Saltex show… -
20 September 2011
FairFuelUK e-petition signatures pass 90,000
The online petition needs just 10,000 more people to sign up to be considered for a hearing in Parliament… -
19 September 2011SsangYong SUT-1 pick-up ready to roll
A production-ready SUT-1 debuted on the SsangYong stand at this year’s Frankfurt Motor Show… -
16 September 2011Fleet Hero Awards entry closing date nears
Applications for this year’s Energy Saving Trust Fleet Hero Awards must be submitted by Tuesday, 20 September 2011… -
15 September 2011Defender 2015 concepts unveiled in Frankfurt
Land Rover is replacing the iconic Defender in 2015 and it debuted three DC100 Concepts at the Frankfurt Motor Show… -
14 September 2011Chevy Colorado Concept debuts in Europe
Chevrolet pulled the covers off its new Colorado pick-up Rally Concept at the Frankfurt Motor Show… -
14 September 2011VW Amarok BlueMotion gets green light
Volkswagen has announced details of the Amarok BlueMotion and it gets an eight-speed auto gearbox… -
13 September 2011
Nominations open for Low Carbon Awards
LowCVP’s second Low Carbon Champions Awards are now open for 2011’s nominations… -
13 September 2011Next generation 2012 Combo shows its face
Opel/Vauxhall's next generation Combo, due to go on sale in 2012, gets its public debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show… -
12 September 2011Ford takes Transit to the next stage
Front-, rear- and all-wheel drive Transits now available with the same fuel-efficient 2.2-litre Euro 5 TDCi engines… -
09 September 2011Citroën Tubik harks back to classic Type H van
Citroën unveils its latest concept, the Tubik, and it draws heavily on the styling of the classic TUB and Type H vans… -
08 September 2011
Van sales bounce back in August
Following disappointing July registration figures for vans up to 3.5t, last month saw a healthy 23 per cent month-on-month increase… -
07 September 2011Ranger towing Bluebird to EV speed record
Ford’s Ranger is being used to tow the battery-powered Bluebird as it prepares for EV land speed record attempt… -
05 September 2011Van livery wrapped up on new 3M web site
3M may not print and apply van liveries, but it supplies vinyls and kit to the majority of companies that do… -
02 September 2011Buy a Citroën van, get free fuel for a year
Citroën’s latest Business Class strategy is to offer its LCV customers 10,000 miles-worth of fuel for free… -
02 September 2011All-new Defender slated for 2015 launch
Land Rover has announced that next generation versions of the iconic Defender will go on sale in 2015… -
30 August 2011Citroën first in line for CV Show 2012
Citroën is the first LCV manufacturer to announce officially that it will be at next year’s Commercial Vehicle Show… -
30 August 2011Doblò Work Up dropside launches in UK
Fiat Professional UK has announced the roll-out of its versatile one-tonne payload Doblò dropside conversion, the Work Up… -
30 August 2011Amarok comes to the rescue in Portugal
Volkswagen’s Amarok is being used by the Portuguese National Institute for Search and Rescue as an emergency services vehicle… -
30 August 2011Mia Electric Box Van due for 2012 UK launch
The custom-designed range of mia electric vehicles will go on sale during Q1 next year and it includes a van… -
23 August 2011All-new Canter set for September production
Mitsubishi Fuso’s new generation 2012 Canter is due to start European production in Portugal… -
19 August 2011
FairFuelUK e-petition clicks past 50,000
The online petition, Cheaper petrol and diesel, by Robert Halfon MP and FairFuelUK, passes the half-way mark… -
18 August 2011Isuzu Truck makes a move on Sheffield
HRVS Sheffield is the latest addition to the ever-expanding list of Isuzu Truck’s UK dealerships… -
17 August 2011Citroën offers Relay body conversion deals
Relay Specialist converted models are now available with highly competitive contact hire rates… -
17 August 2011Olympic cycle road race trial causes traffic chaos
Traffic grinds to a halt as the first dry-run for a major Olympic event takes place; a sign of things to come… -
16 August 2011VW offers finance deals across entire LCV range
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has announced value-for-money contract hire and finance lease offers across the whole of its range… -
14 August 2011Defender gets new Euro 5 engine for 2012MY
Land Rover has announced that it’s replacing the Defender’s 2.4-litre Euro 4 engine with a 2.2-litre Euro 5 diesel for 2012 model year… -
12 August 2011Iveco unveils new generation Daily range
Iveco’s Daily gets a re-worked front-end, new Euro 5 engine line-up and detail changes to the cab for 2012 model year… -
11 August 2011Ford scores a century with Glendale
With Ford of Britain currently celebrating its centenary, it’s fitting that long-time customer Glendale has placed an order for 100 LCVs… -
10 August 2011Leasing company achieves Van Excellence
GE Capital, Fleet Services is the first vehicle leasing company to be awarded Van Excellence accreditation… -
09 August 2011New Sport models join Merc Vito range
Revised last autumn, the current Mercedes Vito line-up has been expanded by Sport and Sport-X models… -
08 August 2011Transit Drift Bus to take on Europe’s best
A V8-powered Ford Transit is set to challenge all-comers at the upcoming European Drift Championships… -
08 August 2011
FairFuelUK goes for parliamentary debate
The fuel price campaigning group is one of the first to get a posting on the government’s new e-petition web site… -
04 August 2011
New van registrations falter in July
Sales of light commercials up to 3.5 tonnes dropped 0.8 per cent month-on-month in July compared to 2010… -
03 August 2011EV charging network set for motorway coverage
Ecotricity is in the process of setting up free charging points for electric vehicles at Welcome Break motorway services… -
02 August 2011
Olympics transport chaos on the horizon
With fewer than twelve months to go before Olympics chaos hits London, the logistics sector is unprepared says FTA… -
01 August 2011Azure responds to CAP’s Connect EV residuals
Azure Dynamics has issued a reply to CAP Monitor’s recent adverse residual value forecast for the Transit Connect Electric… -
28 July 2011
CAP hammers Transit Connect Electric residuals
With a basic price of £39,999 new, the van is forecast to retain a value of £8,000 after 3yrs/30,000 miles… -
27 July 2011Balfour Beatty gets Van Excellence accreditation
Balfour Beatty is the latest addition to the growing list of companies awarded Van Excellence status in the FTA-run programme… -
26 July 2011Rocky road ahead for EV uptake in the UK
Leasedrive’s ‘Essential Guide to Electric Vehicles – Future Imperfect’ paints a less than rosy picture for the switch to EVs in the UK… -
25 July 2011Revised Volkswagen Crafter arrives in UK
Crafter gets a re-worked front-end, new range of TDI engines and VW is heavily promoting the fuel-efficiency benefits… -
25 July 2011Ford launches accident management programme
The new initiative is designed to simplify communications between insurance companies and Ford’s repair network… -
22 July 2011FTA welcomes new tachograph proposals
The European Commission has published new, more user-friendly tachograph proposals… -
20 July 2011More new Combo 2012 details revealed
Following the announcement that the new Combo will be based on Fiat’s Doblò, Vauxhall has released details of the model line-up… -
19 July 2011Mahindra acquires major stake in SsangYong
Indian manufacturer Mahindra has taken control of 70 per cent of Korean-based SsangYong… -
19 July 2011MiX off-loads vehicle conversion business
Telematics company MiX has sold the vehicle conversion side of its business to dealer group Imperial Commercials… -
18 July 2011Revised Hilux for 2012 model year
Toyota has updated the current Hilux’s front-end and cab interior and taken the engines to Euro 5… -
15 July 2011Transit ECOnetic provides Speedy solution
Speedy Hire takes delivery of 19 low-carbon Ford Transit ECOnetic vans for its maintenance engineers… -
14 July 2011Master reaches landmark production figure
Renault has seen the 100,000th latest generation Master roll off the production line at its Batilly plant in France… -
14 July 2011Top Isuzu Truck dealership moves to mega-site
Warrington Vehicle Centre has moved to a purpose-built £2m, two-acre site just south of the M6/M62 interchange… -
13 July 2011
FairFuelUK takes the fight to No 10
FairFuelUK campaigners, led by Harlow MP Robert Halfon and including the RHA and FTA, have delivered a letter to the PM… -
12 July 2011Low CO2 new-look Corsavan hits the streets
Vauxhall’s revised Corsavan ecoFLEX line-up includes the 95hp 1.3CDTi, claiming the lowest CO2 in its sector… -
11 July 2011
LCV sales recovery holds for first half of 2011
Registration figures of LCVs up to 3.5t in June show a month-on-month rise of 13.5 per cent compared to 2010… -
08 July 2011Renault reveals electric Frendzy Concept van
Frendzy is a battery-powered van concept that can be converted for family use at the weekend… -
07 July 2011CV Show gets green light for 2012
A full-size Commercial Vehicle Show will be held at the NEC, Birmingham, from 24 to 26 April 2012… -
07 July 2011Manufacturers pull ads from News of the World
Major manufacturers hit News of the World in the wallet over alleged phone-hacking scandal… -
07 July 2011Bridgestone Eco-Rally 2011 ready to roll
Celebrating its fifth anniversary, the original annual Eco-Rally is taking place on Sunday 31 July this year… -
06 July 2011Continuous Insurance Enforcement goes live
New set of motor insurance regulations for all vehicles introduced by the government… -
05 July 2011Nissan begins real-world electric NV200 trials
The zero emission battery-powered version of Nissan’s NV200 has started real-world testing in Japan… -
04 July 2011Isuzu Truck boss goes undercover
Nikki King, managing director of Isuzu Truck UK, is one of the subjects in the current Undercover Boss series on Channel 4… -
01 July 2011
FairFuelUK campaign gets the PM’s attention
Prime Minister David Cameron responds to question from FairFuelUK-supporting Harlow MP Robert Halfon… -
30 June 2011Renault names EV charging kit supplier
Renault UK has announced that British Gas will be its preferred supplier of electric vehicle charging points… -
27 June 2011Isuzu Grafters fill the GAP for hire company
Plant and tool hire specialist, the GAP Group, has added 10 Isuzu Grafter 3.5 tonne rigids to its fleet… -
24 June 2011Two-into-one does work with Fuso Canter
Jarrett Plumbing & Heating has replaced two light commercials with its first Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 7.5-tonner… -
23 June 2011Drivers remain sceptical of speed camera role
Over half of the UK’s high-mileage drivers think that raising money is the primary aim of speed cameras… -
22 June 2011Four-wheel drive Transit Minibus to the rescue
Buxton Mountain Rescue has taken delivery of a specially converted Transit all-wheel drive Minibus… -
21 June 2011Merc unveils radical Unimog design concept
To celebrate the Unimog’s 60th anniversary, Mercedes has rolled out a stunningly futuristic, and very green, design concept… -
20 June 2011Scottish Council goes ‘green’ with Ashwoods
North Ayrshire Council has taken delivery of seven Transit Hybrids from Ashwoods Automotive… -
17 June 2011NV200 gets more power and six-speed ’box
Nissan has added a 110hp Euro 5 diesel option to its NV200 range and it comes with a six-speed manual gearbox… -
17 June 2011Vauxhall takes top honours in security awards
2011 British Insurance Vehicle Security Awards name Vauxhall as the best overall van manufacturer… -
16 June 2011Citroën ramps-up Relay power for Euro 5
The first of Citroën’s updated Euro 5 Relay engines, the 177hp 3.0HDi is available from the end of June… -
15 June 2011Movano chassis cabs cut the mustard
Grounds maintenance company keeps GVW under 3.5 tonnes thanks to Movano chassis cab conversions… -
14 June 2011VW Vans boss to head-up VW Group in Ireland
Simon Elliott, director of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles in the UK promoted to managing director of VW Group Ireland… -
14 June 2011Cold weather tyres forecast for this winter
A meteorologist is predicting record-breaking snowfall and low temperatures for winter 2011/2012… -
13 June 2011Renault finalises first UK Kangoo ZE order
Renault customer JCDecaux has committed to adding six battery-powered Kangoo Vans to its fleet… -
09 June 2011Paneltex breaks the ice with Eskimo
Eskimo Ice has switched from using converted panel vans to chassis cabs with Paneltex refrigerated bodies… -
08 June 2011
Van registrations remain strong through May
Sales of LCVs continue to show significant growth through May compared with the same month in 2010… -
07 June 2011Updated Crafter in VW Van Centres late July
Volkswagen has confirmed that its heavily modified second generation Euro 5 Crafter will be on sale from late July… -
06 June 2011Minibus and two Combis join Movano line-up
Vauxhall has added a factory-built 17-seater Minibus and six-/nine-seater Combis to its range of Movano core conversions… -
02 June 2011New Caddy Racer makes VW Racing Cup debut
The Snetterton rounds of the Volkswagen Racing Cup saw the all-new Caddy Racer make its public debut… -
02 June 2011Courier clocks-up 350k miles on set of Michelins
A UK-based van courier managed to clock-up an amazing 350,000 miles on a set of Michelin Agilis tyres… -
02 June 2011Goodyear Dunlop gets a grip with Sprinters
The tyre manufacturer has switched to Merc Sprinters for its TruckForce mobile truck tyre and breakdown service… -
01 June 2011Fiat and PSA bin joint-venture deal
Fiat Professional and PSA Peugeot Citroën will develop and build their own versions of the Scudo/Expert/Dispatch replacements… -
31 May 2011Fiat financial help for low emission zone changes
Financial package to help owners of older LCVs upgrade to meet new 2012 low emission zone regulations in London… -
27 May 2011Cobra handsfree gets thumbs-up from Renault
Renault is now offering the Cobra NSV handsfree Bluetooth phone kit as an optional extra… -
26 May 2011Glass’s Guide backs battery leasing EV model
Used vehicle price specialist Glass’s Guide is predicting better Electric Vehicle residual values if the batteries are leased… -
25 May 2011New Ranger Super Cab retains four-door access
Ford’s extended cab version of the new Ranger will have the rear-hinged, half-sized rear doors of the current model… -
24 May 2011Movano conversions find favour at British Gas
The energy supplier is taking delivery of 140 Vauxhall Movano platform cabs fitted with Trucksmith bodywork… -
23 May 2011ATS Euromaster takes wraps off new livery
Tyre specialist ATS is applying a new, higher visibility livery to all new LCVs joining its mobile fleet… -
20 May 2011Stylish Transporter Sportline hits the streets
Volkswagen Transporter T5 aficionados have been waiting for the Sportline; it’s now available as a van or Kombi… -
19 May 2011CV Show 2012 dates announced by organisers
Following better than predicted attendance figures for this year’s event, the dates for the CV Show 2012 are 24 – 26 April… -
19 May 2011Chilled-out couriers rely on Somers to deliver
BW Refrigerated Couriers has taken delivery of seven Merc Sprinters featuring Somers refrigerated conversions… -
18 May 2011Ashwoods eyes-up mainland Europe
Ashwoods Automotive is showcasing its eco technology to potential distributors and fleet customers at the Michelin Challenge Bibendum… -
17 May 2011Grafter takes the strain out of bovine pedicures
An Isuzu Trucks Grafter has been converted into a mobile cattle crush to make remedial foot paring easier… -
16 May 2011Vauxhall sets London LCV ‘scrappage’ deals
Operators of older light commercials in London can get serious discounts on a new Vauxhall… -
16 May 2011AA puts its faith in Ford Transit
The AA has doubled its 2010 Transit order by signing a deal for 500 Transits to be delivered in 2011… -
12 May 2011Amaroks take down 140 tonne chimney
Four Volkswagen Amarok pick-ups were used to complete the demolition of a 67m-high steel chimney… -
11 May 2011Nissan NV200 hailed as NY’s Taxi of choice
Nissan has been chosen to design and supply New York’s ‘Taxi of Tomorrow’ and it will be based on the NV200… -
11 May 2011New Mitsubishi Fuso Canter heading for the UK
Recently launched in Australia at the Brisbane Motor Show the new Canter is coming to the UK late 2011/early 2012… -
10 May 2011
Van registrations continue to hold up well in April
Sales of light commercials up to 3.5t showed a year-on-year increase of 21 per cent compared to April 2010… -
09 May 2011Search, select, compare on Peugeot web site
New web site allows business customers to select a new van, or car, by using sliding scales to alter set preferences… -
06 May 2011Renault offers London Low Emission Zone deals
Drivers of old LCVs can benefit from Renault’s special deals to comply with upcoming changes to LEZ compliance… -
05 May 2011Fiat takes Ducato engines to Euro 5
Ducato gets new generation of fuel-efficient Multijet ll diesels, along with a selection of detail upgrades… -
04 May 2011Real-time eco driving feedback from TomTom
TomTom Business Solutions brings ‘live’ driving economy info to Pro range and Webfleet application… -
03 May 2011Daily 7-tonner pitches up at PapaKåta
Yorkshire-based company is reaping the rewards of going for a heavyweight Daily Crew Cab… -
28 April 2011Northgate simplifies customer web interface
Northgate Vehicle Hire has launched a new web site to make life easier for all its customers… -
27 April 2011Fiat adds dropside conversion to Doblò line-up
What do you get when you cross a Doblò Cargo with a pick-up? the Doblò Work-Up, of course… -
26 April 2011
FairFuelUK campaign piles on the pressure
Following the Budget and the 1p/litre drop in fuel tax the Government has remained silent in the face of ever-rising fuel costs… -
19 April 2011New Caddy Racer Van unveiled at CV Show
An all-new Caddy Racer Van has been built to fight for podium places in the 2011 Volkswagen Racing Cup series... -
11 April 2011Transit SportVan on steroids gains Superpower
Ford puts 3.2TDCi 200hp engine in 260 short-wheelbase Transit for SuperSportVan concept... -
08 April 2011Heavily revised Crafter unveiled by Volkswagen
Crafter gets new four-cylinder engine line-up, revised front-end styling and an updated cab... -
08 April 2011BMW develops 420hp V8 M3 pick-up truck
Revealed at a press conference on 1 April, BMW’s latest creation is no April Fools joke... -
08 April 2011
LCV registrations remain buoyant in March
Van sales continue to show an upward trend through March, making it 14 consecutive months... -
06 April 2011
Scrappage schemes help with changes to LEZ
With London’s LEZ including LCVs from 2012, manufacturers are offering trade-in incentives... -
04 April 2011Isuzu brands itself the ‘Pick-up Professionals’
Isuzu is aiming its Rodeo pick-up at light commercial vehicle market, rather than passenger car buyers... -
04 April 2011Citroën Select used LCV warranty bonus
Citroën has expanded its Select approved used LCV warranty to include breakdown cover… -
01 April 2011Renault Trucks joins CoPilot for NavTruck
Renault NavTruck is a turn-by-turn sat nav app based on ALK’s CoPilot Live Truck software… -
30 March 2011Chinese double cab pick-up heading for UK
IM Group is to begin selling Great Wall Motors double cab pick-up in the UK later this year... -
29 March 2011Connect Electric completes Ford’s Show trio
Battery-powered Connect joins Euro 5 Transit and all-new Ranger as Ford’s CV Show headliners... -
28 March 2011Tata has an electric Ace up its CV Show sleeve
The massive Indian vehicle manufacturer will be displaying its UK-developed Ace EV on its stand... -
25 March 2011UK debut for Punto Evo Van at CV Show
Fiat Professional has finally put the Grande Punto Van’s Euro 5 successor on sale in the UK... -
24 March 2011Luton retains next generation Vivaro production
All-new Vivaro will be built at the GMM plant in Luton, with production starting in 2013… -
23 March 2011Real-world CO2 emissions courtesy of Trakm8
Telematics supplier Trakm8 will be demonstrating its CO2 emissions software at the this year’s CV Show… -
22 March 2011CV Show launch for ‘Ultimate’ van door lock
Locks4Vans will unveil its ‘Ultimate’ van door lock to the UK public at the CV Show in April... -
21 March 2011FairFuelUK keeps up pressure prior to Budget
One week before the Budget, campaigners take symbolic ‘big cheque’ to Downing Street... -
18 March 2011Nemo gets electronic semi-auto ’box option
Citroën’s recently updated Euro 5 Nemo can now be had with two-pedal EGS semi-auto gearbox... -
17 March 2011Commercial Vehicle Show debut for Hyundai
Korean van and car manufacturer Hyundai is to exhibit at the CV Show for the first time... -
16 March 2011Waitrose puts bio-methane Sprinters to the test
Supermarket giant is trialling five Mercedes Sprinters powered by recovered landfill gas... -
14 March 2011VW Caddy takes Van of the Year 2011 Award
The all-new Volkswagen Caddy has picked up the VansA2Z’s Van of the Year award for 2011... -
10 March 2011
RAC Future Car Challenge set for 2011 run
Zero emission and low carbon vehicle Brighton to London economy run to take place on 5 November... -
09 March 2011Electric van maker Modec runs out of juice
Following poor sales and growing debts Coventry-based Modec has gone into administration... -
07 March 2011
LCV sales continue to show healthy recovery
SMMT van registration figures for February are up 24 per cent month-on-month compared to 2010... -
04 March 2011SsangYong sets sights on UK pick-up market
The Korean manufacturer unveiled its SUT 1 concept pick-up at the Geneva Motor Show... -
03 March 2011Electric Kangoo Maxi debuts at Geneva Show
Renault pulled the covers off the long-wheelbase Kangoo Z. E. at Europe’s premier car show... -
28 February 2011Nissan tackles US van manufacturers head-on
First range of US-specific Nissan light commerial vehicles being introduced to the North American market… -
25 February 2011Ford sounds death-knell for petrol Transit
Production of the petrol-powered Transit in all its forms will come to a close at the end of May… -
24 February 2011VW reveals UK Amarok line-up and prices
Double cabs only, two diesel engine options, three trim levels and two four-wheel drive systems... -
23 February 2011Delphi puts an end to silent electric vehicles
Delphi Automotive has developed two ‘sounders’ to make EVs and Hybrids more audible... -
22 February 2011Heavyweight Dailys tip the scales for Colas
Four 7.0 tonne EcoDaily tippers replace 3.5-tonners in the maintenance company’s fleet... -
22 February 2011CVs looking cool at food/drink logistics show
Citroën, Gray & Adams and Isuzu Truck lower the temperature at Food & Drink Logistics Show... -
21 February 2011
EU Parliament sets future LCV CO2 targets
The EU powers-that-be have voted on a CO2 emissions level of 147g/km for LCVs... -
17 February 2011Transit to get new Euro 5 engine line-up
Ford is to replace the current 2.2- and 2.4-litre Transit engines with global 2.2-litre diesels... -
17 February 2011
London LEZ to include all LCVs from 2012
All light commercials registered before 1 January 2002 will be charged to enter the Low Emission Zone... -
16 February 2011Ford to unveil all-new Ranger at CV Show
The British public will get its first taste of Ford’s dramatic new Ranger at Commercial Vehicle Show... -
14 February 2011Merc targets London with van sales outlets
Mercedes-Benz Retail Group is rolling out van sales and service sites throughout London... -
10 February 2011Iveco and Paneltex join forces for Abel & Cole
Organic food delivery specialist switches to Daily chassis cabs with Paneltex refrigerated bodies... -
10 February 2011Amarok to star on VW stand at CV Show
Volkswagen’s new pick-up will be the headline act at this year’s Commercial Vehicle Show... -
09 February 2011Northgate celebrates landmark 30th birthday
The UK’s largest vehicle hire company can trace its north eastern roots all the way back to 1981... -
08 February 2011
LCV registrations nearly double in January
Year-on-year figures from the SMMT show that light commercial sales rose 48.6 per cent in January... -
08 February 2011Double cab 4x4 pick-ups performing well
BCA sees a significant increase in the value of 4x4 double cab pick-ups at auction in recent weeks... -
04 February 2011Fiat rolls out Doblò free fuel test drive offer
Test drive a Doblò Cargo at a participating Fiat Professional dealership and claim £50 of free fuel... -
04 February 2011Iveco: State of the Nation 2011
Andrea Bucci, Iveco UK’s marketing & network director, analyses 2010’s van market performance... -
03 February 2011Modul-System goes on Irish road trip
Racking specialist Tevo has been across the water to highlight its latest modular racking system... -
03 February 2011Ministers agree on foreign truck charging
Due for introduction in 2014, up to £9 a day is to be levied on foreign trucks for using UK roads... -
02 February 2011Fuelcard People supports Van Best Practice
The Fuelcard People is the first fuel card supplier to support Van Best Practice initiative publicly... -
01 February 2011ecoFLEX models for entire Vauxhall van range
Low carbon versions of Astravan, Combo, Movano and Vivaro join the Corsavan ecoFLEX... -
31 January 2011Häagen-Dazs chooses Sprinters for Direct deliveries
Ice cream retailer goes with Merc Sprinter reefers for launch of new retail delivery initiative... -
28 January 2011Nissan NV400 to make UK debut at CV Show
Interstar replacement will be on the Nissan stand at the Commercial Vehicle Show this April... -
27 January 2011Hilux pick-ups conquer the South Pole
Four heavily modified Hilux pick-ups successfully completed the 2,860 mile Antarctica round trip... -
26 January 2011Food & Drink Logistics Show takes shape
Following its success last year FDLS is returning to the NEC, Birmingham, on 27 February – 1 March... -
21 January 2011
Online Fair Fuel UK petition gains momentum
VansA2Z joins the RHA and FTA in giving full support to the Fair Fuel UK petition to fight rising fuel costs… -
20 January 2011VW adds five-seater Kombi to Caddy line-up
Versatile crew cab version of the all-new Caddy Maxi now available from Volkswagen Van Centres... -
19 January 2011Road train driving project up and running
EU taxpayer-funded ‘platooning’ driving concept undergoes field tests and the technology passes muster... -
18 January 2011Conway goes ‘green’ with Canter 7.5-tonners
Contractor FM Conway has ordered 31 Canter 7.5-tonners with BlueTec and EEV emissions credentials... -
16 January 2011
Van sales show positive growth during 2010
Registrations of light commercials up to 3.5t notched up a 19.6 per cent year-on-year increase in 2010... -
12 January 2011Defender van shows its muscles in Brussels
Land Rover stand at Brussels Motor Show to highlight special edition X-Tech Defender... -
12 January 2011Ashwoods strikes gold in Cleantech Awards
LCV hybrid drive specialists named as fastest growing clean technology company in Europe... -
11 January 2011Carnage as floods continue to hit Australia
Video footage that demonstrates the speed and ferocity of flash flooding currently hitting Queensland, Australia... -
10 January 2011Transit tackles bad weather for British Gas
As part of its latest Transit fleet acquisition British Gas has included 60 all-wheel drive models... -
07 January 2011CV Show web site opens for pre-registration
Commercial Vehicle Show returns to the NEC, Birmingham, on 12 – 14 April and registration is now active... -
06 January 2011Diesel pump price breaks £6/gallon barrier
Fuel duty increase and 14.3 per cent rise in VAT have taken forecourt diesel prices to new high... -
05 January 2011Vauxhall discounts prices until end of January
List prices of some Vauxhall dealerships’ in-stock vans are cut by 20 per cent until 31 January... -
05 January 2011Smith Electric UK sold to US counterpart
The Tanfield Group has sold Smith Electric UK for $15m, but retains 49 per cent of Smith Electric US... -
04 January 2011New vans for sale in 2011
Despite a harsh economic environment there will be plenty of new van launch activity in 2011... -
31 December 2010London Charge zone shrinks, daily cost increases
Western extension of the London Congestion Tax zone deactivated, but daily charge rises by 25 per cent... -
21 December 2010Ten-year lifespan for latest generation batteries
Smith Electric claims that latest Lithium-ion batteries should lead productive life for at least a decade... -
18 December 2010Ricardo develops Euro 5 diesel for Piaggio Porter
Piaggio and UK engineering specialists Ricardo have joined forces to produce a low carbon two-cylinder 1.2-litre diesel… -
15 December 2010Festive fun courtesy of Merc Vito Santa game
Mercedes-Benz is using an online game to raise awareness of the Vito during the Christmas holidays… -
12 December 2010Government issues incorrect winter tyre advice
Transport Secretary shows complete lack of understanding about the benefits of winter tyres... -
08 December 2010November sees continued rise in new van sales
Registrations of light commercials up to 3.5t in November rose 26.1 per cent compared to 2009... -
06 December 2010TomTom taking care of business for large vans
PRO 7100 Truck sat nav takes vehicle dimensions into account and covers more European countries... -
03 December 2010Check UK traffic and road conditions with Tracker
During the cold snap it’s worth visiting the Tracker web site before leaving home to find out what lies ahead... -
01 December 2010Coyote speed camera alert system comes to UK
Used by over 600,000 drivers in mainland Europe, the Mini Coyote V2 has reached this side of the Channel... -
30 November 2010All-new Vauxhall Combo based on Fiat Doblò
Fiat signs deal with Opel/Vauxhall to build next generation Combo in its Turkish Doblò production plant… -
26 November 2010Transit comes out on top in reliability poll
Major leasing companies put Ford's Transit at top of reliability survey for fourth consecutive year... -
25 November 2010BT Openreach puts electric vans to the test
BT Openreach’s electric van trial is taking place in Milton Keynes and Stratford, East London... -
22 November 2010E-Truck Del Boy delight from Elecscoot
The electric scooter manufacturer has introduced a range of small electric three-wheeler light commercials... -
21 November 2010Merc takes control of drivers' heavy right feet
ExcelArate limits engine power and revs to mimic carrying 60 per cent of a van’s payload... -
16 November 2010VansA2Z concentrates on all things green
Our new low carbon and zero emission online light commercial vehicle portal goes live... -
15 November 2010Northgate offers up £5,000 van livery prize
Van rental specialist Northgate is looking for the most imaginative use of van livery in the UK... -
12 November 2010All-new Fuso Canter goes on sale in Japan
Mitsubishi Fuso’s next generation Canter features revised suspension and and a Duonic semi-auto twin clutch gearbox... -
11 November 2010Zero per cent interest on all Peugeot vans
‘Van Fortnight’ promotion running in Peugeot dealerships up to and including 21 November... -
10 November 2010New VW Caddy arrives in UK showrooms
Fourth generation Caddy and Caddy Maxi take centre stage in Volkswagen Van Centres nationwide... -
09 November 2010Transit celebrates its 45th anniversary
The British icon that is the Ford Transit first rolled off the Langley production line in 1965... -
08 November 2010Nemo triumphs in RAC Future Car Challenge
With VansA2Z editor Neil McIntee behind the wheel a Nicholson McLaren electric Nemo won its category... -
05 November 2010Thirty minutes of fame for White Van Man
Channel 5 begins airing a new series focussing on the ingenuity of van-based small businesses... -
05 November 2010
Van sales rise for fifth consecutive month
Registrations of vans up to 3.5 tonnes increased 22.4 per cent in October compared to 2009... -
04 November 2010Van data comparator goes live on VansA2Z
Easy access to dimensions, weights and specifications of every light commercial on sale in the UK... -
03 November 2010ASSET 5-in-1 'speed' camera undergoing trials
Due for Eurozone roll-out in 2013 the new camera system will check more than just a vehicle’s speed... -
01 November 2010Peugeot adds conversions to Boxer line-up
Dropsides and Tippers are the first Boxer conversions in Peugeot’s new one-stop shop programme... -
29 October 2010Ford takes FiestaVan and Connect to Euro 5
All 2011 model year Transit Connect and FiestaVan engines meet or exceed Euro 5 emissions standards... -
28 October 2010Pick-up ladder racks extend AluRack range
Bespoke lightweight ‘roof’ racks for one tonne pick-ups have been added to AluRack’s line-up... -
27 October 2010Peugeot Bipper gets Stop-Start Euro 5 diesel
Euro 5 emissions compliance and Stop-Start give combined cycle fuel consumption of 65.6mpg... -
26 October 2010Continental rolls out fuel-saving van tyre
Low rolling resistance VancoEco tyres can cut fuel consumption by up to four per cent claims Continental... -
24 October 2010Berlingo First gets heavyweight upgrade
Citroën has revised the original Berlingo, taking the gross payload from 600kg to 749kg... -
20 October 2010VansA2Z takes the eco route in electric Nemo
We are taking part in the RAC Future Car Challenge eco run from Brighton to London on 6 November... -
20 October 2010Limited edition Transit SportVan sees red
Ford is releasing 100 special edition Transit SportVans into the wild with distinctive red livery... -
15 October 2010VW Amarok picks up first international award
Volkswagen’s new pick-up, the Amarok, takes the International Pickup of the Year trophy for 2011... -
09 October 2010London to host first Eco2 Transport Show
The major new exhibition and conference will be at the Earls Court Exhibition Centre from 16 – 18 November... -
07 October 2010
New van sales on the rise in September
Sales of new vans up to 3.5 tonne rose 24 per cent in September compared to the same month in 2009... -
27 September 2010Nissan pulls covers off Interstar replacement
The all-new NV400 panel van was unveiled officially at the IAA Commercial Vehicle Show in Hannover... -
23 September 2010Doblò scoops major international award
Fiat’s Doblò Cargo light van takes the International Van of the Year trophy for 2011... -
15 September 2010Transit One-Stop Shop Tippers get major update
Ford has increased the payload and lowered the loading height of its one-way Transit Tipper conversions... -
14 September 2010VansA2Z appoints high-profile editor
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Neil McIntee as editor and co-director of VansA2Z... -
14 September 2010Vintage Postman Pat van auctioned for charity
A fully restored 1970 Morris Minor van went for £8,000 through British Car Auction’s Blackbushe site... -
08 September 2010Revamped web site for Fiat Professional
The light commercial arm of Fiat has updated its web presence to make life easier for visitors... -
31 August 2010
Commercial Vehicle Show returns to NEC in 2011
The UK’s CV Show 2011 will be held from 12 to 14 April next year at the Birmingham NEC... -
27 August 2010ecoFLEX takes Corsavan to new CO2 lows
Vauxhall has upgraded Corsavan’s engines to low-CO2 Euro 5 ecoFLEX spec and added the option of a Start/Stop package… -
25 August 2010
Ford leads the way with entry-level Transits
As Transit celebrates its 45th birthday Ford has introduced special edition ‘Leader’ entry-level models ... -
23 August 2010Next generation VW Caddy shows its face
Volkswagen has released the first pictures and details of the new Caddy and Maxi due to go on sale in the UK in November... -
12 July 2010Fiat takes radical LCV marketing approach
Fiat has used a video-led campaign to promote its award-winning range of light commercials... -
27 June 2010Racing Transits hit the streets of Portugal
Racing Transits hit the streets of Portugal Now we’ve seen it all. Believe it or not there’s a national one-make racing series for Transits taking place in… -
20 June 2010It's the GreenRoad for Balfour Beatty
It's the GreenRoad for Balfour Beatty Balfour Beatty Utility Solutions (BBUS) is to roll-out GreenRoad’s 360 driver safety and efficiency service across its… -
06 June 2010Integrated fuel management from Shell
Integrated fuel management from Shell Shell has introduced a new fuel management initiative which automatically links its fuel card transactions with vehicle… -
10 March 2010Kinishi adds biometric ID to FleetSure
Kinishi adds biometric ID to FleetSure Telematics specialists Kinishi is now offering remotely managed fingerprint identification as an option for its… -
19 February 2010Extra special vans from Renault
Extra special vans from RenaultRenault is offering ‘Extra’ special edition versions of its Kangoo, Trafic and Master vans which bring around £1,000-worth of… -
09 February 2010All-new Master & Movano break cover
All-new Master & Movano break coverRenault and Vauxhall have announced full details of their second generation joint venture large panel vans; the Master and… -
08 February 2010SE models add value to Combo line-up
SE models add value to Combo line-upVauxhall has introduced special edition SE models to its Combo range. The £700’s worth of options come free of charge and… -
31 January 2010White Transit Sportvan limited to 80
White Transit SportVan limited to 80Ford has set the heart of White Van Man racing with the introduction of its latest special edition Transit SportVan. -
14 January 2010Specification Upgrade for Berlingo First
Specification Upgrade for Berlingo FirstCitroën has revised the standard specification of the original Berlingo, which remains on sale alongside the new second… -
12 January 2010Peugeot Introduces Partner Crew Van
Featuring an innovative factory-fitted modular rear seat conversion, Peugeot's new Partner Crew Van can accommodate five people... -
12 January 2010Toyota Hilux revised for 2010
Toyota's Hilux pick-up range is now available with increased power and torque from the 2.5-litre D-4D turbodiesel engine, as well as additional optional… -
25 November 2009NV200 Picks Up Major Award
Nissan’s first global light commercial, the NV200, has been voted the International Van of the Year for 2010 by a jury of specialist journalists from 23… -
24 November 2009Full body makeover for Fiat Doblò
Full-Body Makeover for Fiat DoblòFiat’s light van contender, the Doblò Cargo, has undergone a radical re-design to bring it bang up-to-date... -
18 November 2009Penny gets Volkswagen Converter approval
Penny gets Volkswagen Converter approval Manual handling specialists Penny Hydraulics has achieved Accredited Converter status with Volkswagen Commercial… -
12 October 200990-year anniversary specials from Citroën
90-Year Anniversary Specials from CitroënIt’s been 90 years since Citroën began producing vehicles and to celebrate this landmark it’s making special editions… -
12 October 2009Mitsubishi debuts i-MiEV Cargo concept
With the electric i-MiEV supermini passenger car about to undergo trials in the UK, Mitsubishi will unveil a light commercial vehicle concept version at the… -
12 October 2009Transporter gets X Appeal
Transporter gets X appealDespite a revised version of the T5 Transporter arriving in the UK at the start of next year Volkswagen has introduced special edition… -
12 October 2009LDV sell-off a done deal
LDV sell-off is a done-deal The assets of stricken van manufacturer LDV are to be sold to Eco Concept, a vehicle engineering firm owned by China Ventures.
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