The Department for Transport (DfT) has announced it will adjust the UK’s Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Mandate rules for automotive manufacturers, in response to the new US tariffs in place. Under the plans, new vans with an internal combustion engine (ICE) will be able to stay on sale until 2035, alongside full hybrid and plug-in… Continue reading Government announces adjustments to ZEV Mandate
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Further £70m for electric buses in West of England
First Bus is investing £70m in a further 160 zero emission buses in the West of England, growing the First Bus zero emission local fleet to more than 250 vehicles. In partnership with the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority, an additional £20m has been secured through the latest round of the Department for Transport’s… Continue reading Further £70m for electric buses in West of England
UK demand for new vans shrinks for fourth month running
New light commercial vehicle (LCV) registrations down -3.2% in March, marking fourth consecutive monthly decline. Surging demand for pick-ups ahead of double-cab tax impact, while other key segments bar small vans shrink in volume. Record monthly volume of electric uptake after 40.3% growth – but still represents just half the 16% market share that is… Continue reading UK demand for new vans shrinks for fourth month running
Best month ever for new EV registrations but market share misses mandated target
New car market rises 12.4% during plate change month as private retail buyers slowly return. Battery electric car uptake rises to highest ever volume at 69,313 units but 19.4% market share still below target set by Zero Emission Vehicle Mandate. Industry maintains call for accelerated regulatory review and government incentives to raise demand to required… Continue reading Best month ever for new EV registrations but market share misses mandated target
Avoiding a trade war must be the priority
A seismic week for the global economy with President Trump outlining his long-promised tariff policy. Starting tomorrow, the UK, like many other countries, will face a 10% tariff – the minimum levied – on most exports across the Atlantic. Whilst charged less than other major economies, it is another deeply disappointing and potentially damaging measure,… Continue reading Avoiding a trade war must be the priority
Five minutes with… Paul Philpott, President and CEO of Kia UK
What will Kia UK have on its stand at the Commercial Vehicle Show in April? We are excited to launch our new PBV electric van business at the 2025 Commercial Vehicle Show. The highlight on our impressive show stand will be the unveiling of our PV5 – Kia’s first fully electric van – making its… Continue reading Five minutes with… Paul Philpott, President and CEO of Kia UK
CV Show 2025 Preview: Part One
With hundreds of exhibitors as well as key decision-makers from leading fleet operators in attendance, the Commercial Vehicle Show at Birmingham’s NEC between April 29 and May 1, is again set to be the most important industry event of the year. More than 15,000 people attended the show last year, which, as always, brought together… Continue reading CV Show 2025 Preview: Part One
UK Hose chooses MAN TGE
Ipswich-based hydraulic hose breakdown service, UK Hose, has taken delivery of 12 new MAN TGE LION XC vans which its engineers will use to travel the country, servicing, supporting, and repairing customers’ vehicles, plant and equipment. The new vehicles – based on the TGE 3.180, standard wheelbase,front-wheel drive model – are all powered by the latest… Continue reading UK Hose chooses MAN TGE
McGill’s introduces 12 Yutong electric double-deckers
McGill’s Group has taken delivery of 12 Yutong U11DD zero-emission double-decker buses to its fleet to run on its routes in Dundee. The vehicles, operated by Xplore Dundee, can each carry up to 84 passengers and are powered by high-capacity 422kWh batteries. Pelican Bus and Coach supplied the U11DD buses which come with customer-centric features… Continue reading McGill’s introduces 12 Yutong electric double-deckers
Plug-in Truck Grant extended
The Government has confirmed that the Plug-in Truck Grant will continue at current grant levels and annual limits per end customer into the 2025/26 financial year. Small trucks – between 4.25 and 12 tonnes – can receive up to £16,000 and large trucks (over 12 tonnes) up to £25,000 off the price of an eligible… Continue reading Plug-in Truck Grant extended