Andrew Charman
Andrew is the News and Road Test Editor for The Van Expert. He is a member of the Guild of Motoring Writers, and has been testing and writing about new cars and vans for more than 20 years, and attends many new model launches each year.
Ford Transit City debuts with new dashcam tech
Centrepiece of the Ford stand at the Commercial Vehicle Show is the fifth member of the Transit line-up, the all-electric Transit City.
Chery debuts Delivan brand
Chery has unveiled the Delivan brand - a marque aiming to deliver vehicles aimed primarily at last-mile delivery and urban logistics uses.
Farizon’s SV gets a smaller sister
New light-commercial brand Farizon has doubled its van range with the unveiling of a second, smaller model.
Kia expands its PBV line-up
Kia has expanded its electric van options, a year after the brand launched its PBV range at the CV Show.
Kia takes third in electric LCV chart four months in
Kia has enjoyed a promising start to its presence on the UK light van market, claiming the third highest EV sales in the first quarter of 2026.
Ford unveils all-electric Transit City models for last-mile operators
Ford has unveiled a fifth member of its Transit LCV family, targeted directly at urban operators wanting to make the switch to electric.
Renault Master review
Renault has taken its class-leading large van – and tried to make it even better.
Ford E-Transit Courier review
The Ford E-Transit Courier is a well-built and practical small electric van with strong urban usability. Limited range restricts wider appeal, but it suits last-mile work well.
Towing with a van – all you need to know
There are a number of measures to consider when towing with your van. Here's all you need to know.
Farizon SV test drive
The new Farizon SV van looks good, but more importantly, is one of the most practical EVs in the LCV market. It deserves to be a success.
Everything you need to know about Mercedes-Benz vans
Mercedes-Benz can be credited with pioneering not just the world's first-ever car, but also the first motorcycle, first van, first lorry, and first bus. Not bad, eh?
Everything you need to know about Ford Vans
Ford vans have long dominated UK roads, but how much do you know about the blue oval’s commercial empire?
All-wheel-drive and longer range for E-Transit Custom
Ford has announced a package of updates for the electric version of the UK’s best-selling light commercial vehicle, the Transit Custom.
Heavy electric vans to get new legislation
A regulation ‘grey area’ treating the heaviest electric LCVs as trucks is to be removed by the government.
Who or what is Farizon?
The Chinese invasion of the UK market is coming to the van sector – we have all you need to know about new brand Farizon below.
Who or what is Maxus?
Launched after the collapse of LDV in 2009, the growing Maxus brand has established a reputation in the LCV industry that's hard to ignore.
LEVC plans to go beyond taxis
LEVC has unveiled a new vehicle architecture that suggests the British manufacturer is targeting a bigger slice of the vehicle market.
LEVC VN5 review
The LEVC VN5 is a distinctly different kind of van, from its petrol-assisted electric drivetrain to its unique shape. But it is any good?
Coventry connection for London Electric
The Van Expert tours the UK LCV factory that's changing how commercial vehicles are built.
Ford E-Transit review
The E-Transit is an impressive vehicle that really brings electric power into the mainstream. It's an effective, practical vehicle that could prove a reliable workhorse for many businesses.
What is Ford Pro? We take a deep dive
Ford launched its 'Ford Pro' service for commercial vehicles at the CV Show, but what does it cover? We take a deep dive into the programme.
Volkswagen ID. Buzz – practical EV or fashion choice?
Volkswagen describes the ID. Buzz Cargo as 'the return of an icon', but how will the retro electric van stack up as a tool of trade?
Ford signs up to battle building industry suicides
used the CV Show to announce its backing of an initiative to try and halt high levels of suicides in the UK construction industry.
Pick-up and people carrier join Maxus electric range
Growing electric LCV manufacturer Maxus has moved into two new market segments at the 2022 CV Show, unveiling a pick-up and a people carrier.
Volkswagen Crafter Luton now offers tail lift as standard
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has launched a conversion for the Crafter Luton van that includes a tail lift as standard.