Stuart Masson
Stuart founded sister site The Car Expert in 2011. Originally from Australia, Stuart has had a passion for the car industry for over thirty years. He now provides overall direction for our four automotive titles.
LEVC reveals plug-in hybrid van based on London taxi
LEVC has revealed a light commercial van based on the same plug-in hybrid technology used in its London taxi.
New licence regulations to help electric vans
Holders of standard car driving licences will be able to drive heavier electric vans than conventional equivalents, according to newly announced rules designed to...
Ford LCV range gets sportier
Ford has bolstered the engine range for its Transit Custom Sport, while new Transit Connect Sport and Courier Sport models have joined the family.
Volkswagen debuts wheelchair-friendly Crafter minibus
Volkswagen has debuted a new addition to its 'Engineered To Go' range – a 16-seater wheelchair-accessible minibus.
Renault electric delivery van to clean up city centres
Renault has shown off an all-new concept electric van. Named the EZ-Flex, it could make production if trials of the vehicle across Europe are successful.
Updates and new engines for Mercedes-Benz Vito
Mercedes-Benz has given its popular Vito van a mild update, bringing new engines, extra features and a refreshed trim line-up.
Ultra Low Emission Zone comes into force in central London
Drivers of older vehicles will have to pay a new £12.50 fee to enter the centre of London now that the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) has come into force.
New Ford navigation tech could help van drivers save money
Ford will add a new on-board system called Ford EcoGuide to its commercial vehicles, starting later this year, in order to help drivers save fuel.
John Lewis pledges to make entire fleet zero-emissions by 2045
The John Lewis Partnership today revealed that it it plans to replace all 3,200 vehicles in its fleet with zero-emissions models by 2045.
Mercedes previews future electric van at Geneva
Mercedes-Benz has previewed an all-electric van-based premium MPV concept at this week's Geneva motor show.
Big and small vans carry new LCV load in February
New LCV registrations were up slightly in February compared to the same month last year, recording just under 2% of growth.
Taxi and minicab drivers to face tougher checks
All taxi and minicab drivers could have to pass enhanced criminal record checks under Government plans to protect vulnerable passengers.
New LCV registrations up by 9% in January
The new light commercial vehicle market grew by nearly 9% in January, according to the latest results posted this week by the SMMT.
Updated Mercedes-Benz V-Class gets styling tweaks and more power
Mercedes-Benz has upgraded its largest and most capacious passenger model – the Vito van-based V-Class MPV – with more power and updated styling.
Ford to offer campervan conversion directly through dealers
Ford has announced that the Nugget, a campervan version of its Transit Custom, will be available to order directly from Ford dealers later this year.
Nissan NV300 concept showcases recycled battery tech
Nissan has built a new NV300 concept van conversion to highlight a new integrated portable battery pack made from recycled Nissan Leaf batteries.
VW and Ford to jointly develop new LCVs
Ford and VW have announced a partnership to develop new vans and pick-ups, as well as share development of electric vehicles and other future technology.
Ford celebrates partnership with RNLI
Ford has concluded a deal with the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) to supply the charity with more than 450 vehicles over the next three years.
Poor December results bring rollercoaster LCV sales year to a close
It was a poor showing for December new LCV registrations, with results down nearly 9% to close the year for 2018 in figures published today by the SMMT.
Mayor of London launches scrappage scheme for older diesel vans
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has launched a scrappage scheme to help small businesses prepare for the capital’s new Ultra Low Emission Zone.
The Christmas getaway rush has arrived
Every delivery driver in the country will probably already know this, but the worst hotspots for Christmas traffic jams have been identified.
Tips for off-road driving
Many pick-up owners may work their trucks hard in day-to-day business, but worry about actually taking them off-road. We've got some handy tips to help.
Van drives down dual carriageway with huge Christmas tree on its roof
A "shocking" picture of a van carrying an enormous Christmas tree on its roof on a dual carriageway has prompted police to warn drivers ahead of the festive period.
Another strong month for new LCV sales in November
The LCV market is enjoying a strong finish to a turbulent year in 2018, with new registrations up by 10% in November, following a 14% increase in October.
Drivers face fines for incorrectly loading their Christmas trees
Up to 75% of motorists planning on buying a real Christmas tree this year are unaware of the laws around safe loading of bulky items, a new report claims.