Andrew Charman
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.
All-electric 2023 Ford Transit Custom previewed
Ford has previewed its all-new Transit Custom range with the reveal of an electric E-Transit Custom model due to go into production next year.
Battery boost for trio of electric vans
New batteries being added to the sister Vauxhall Movano-e and Citroën ë-Relay vans will boost the range of the two EVs.
Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo recalls original Type 2 van
Volkswagen has finally unveiled its ID. Buzz Cargo electric van, which takes its inspiration from the original 1950s Type 2 Transporter van.
Volkswagen adds chiller to Crafter Luton range
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has unveiled a new officially-warrantied refrigeration conversion for its Crafter Luton LCV.
Citroën Relay updated with more efficient engines
Citroën has updated its Relay van range, the changes including the addition of a pair of more efficient diesel engines.
New Ford Tourneo Connect revealed ahead of 2022 launch
An all-new Ford Tourneo Connect will arrive in early 2022, with the van-based people carrier offering seven seats in a choice of two lengths.
Chip shortage starves September LCV sales
The global semiconductor shortage has been blamed for a big slide in new LCV registrations across the UK in September.
Isuzu distributor to take over Mitsubishi aftersales
As Mitsubishi Motors departs the UK, what can existing Mitsubishi owners expect for servicing and parts for their vehicles?
August van sales buck trend with busy showrooms
The UK van market saw its second-best August sales figures in 2021, in what is traditionally one of the quietest months of the year.
Land Rover Defender attracts business users at CV Show
Land Rover made a return to the CV Show this year, displaying its all-new Defender Hard Top commercial models to potential customers.
LEVC shows UK-built range-extender van at CV Show
LEVC has been showing off its new VN5 range-extender petrol/electric van at the 2021 Commercial Vehicle Show at the NEC in Birmingham.
Vauxhall prices Combo EV but hydrogen sparks interest
The all-new Vauxhall Combo-e electric van has debuted at the 2021 CV Show, as Vauxhall announces a starting price of just over £25K.
Maxus plugs in all-electric display at CV Show
Maxus has revealed a stand consisting solely of electric vehicles at the 2021 CV Show, announcing that 54% of its sales are now EV models.
Two debuts For Isuzu at CV Show
Isuzu has given CV Show visitors a first look at the next Arctic Trucks version of the D-Max, as well as a tipper conversion concept.
Electric Transit unveiled at CV Show
The electric version of the mass-selling Ford Transit van has made its European debut at the CV Show in Birmingham.