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Unsure whats going on in the CV industry? Need some updates? Fear not. The Van Expert provides you with the Latest news from the global automotive industry.

Ford Transit Custom

New LCV market shrinks by 28% in March

There were more light vans sold in March than January and February combined, but March sales were still down over 25% when compared to 2021.
Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo

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.

New all-electric DFSK van set for UK arrival

Innovation Automotive has opened its order books today for the battery electric EC35 van, produced by Chinese manufacturer DFSK.

Ford reveals Ranger Raptor pick-up

The high-performance Ford Ranger Raptor is set to hit UK showrooms in late summer, bringing plenty of pace and off-road ability.
Euro NCAP van test 2022

Crash testers announce 2022’s safest vans

Euro NCAP has named its safest vans on sale in 2022, by taking a look back at the 19 commercial vans crash tested in the last year.

Renault Trafic range receives 2022 facelift

Launching with a new range of diesel engines, the 2022 Renault Trafic Van has also had an number of revisions inside and out.

The best-selling van brands of 2021

Ford continued to dominate van registrations in the UK last year, the Transit Custom finishing as the best-selling van of 2021.

Mercedes-Benz updates the eVito van range

Mercedes-Benz Vans has fitted a larger battery to its all-electric eVito van as part of a number of revisions made to the model.
vans entering Euro Tunnel train

Changes for van operators transporting goods in and out of the...

As part of Brexit, anyone using vans to transport goods in and out of the UK may need an international operator’s licence from May 2022.

Fiat Scudo van now available to order

Replacing the outgoing Talento range of mid-sized vans, the Fiat Scudo is based on the same Stellantis platform as the Vauxhall Vivaro.

Christmas comes early to the van market

Despite the semiconductor supply shortage, the new LCV market has just recorded the best November in its history.

New Ford Ranger shown off ahead of early 2023 arrival

Ford has released new details about the next generation of the Ford Ranger, featuring updated exterior styling and on-board tech additions.

Renault Kangoo and Mercedes-Benz Citan win Van of the Year title

The Renault Kangoo Van and Mercedes-Benz Citan have been named joint winners of the International Van of the Year 2022.

Waitrose to test all-electric delivery vans

Supermarket brand Waitrose is preparing to trial a new fleet of Vauxhall Vivaro-e delivery vans, all fitted with wireless charging technology.
Vauxhall Vivaro Luton The Van Expert

Van sales down in October

The LCV market declined 4.6% year-on-year in October, the second consecutive month of declining registrations, down in part to the global semiconductor shortage.

Citroën reveals commercial version of its Ami city car

Coming to UK roads in 2022, Citroën have announced a commercial version of their Ami city car, called the Ami Cargo Electric.

Citroën announces launch of Ami Cargo Electric

Citroën has announced that it will launch a commercial version of its new Ami – the Ami Cargo Electric – in the UK in 2022.
FIat Scudo and Fiat Ulysse

Fiat Professional relaunches the Scudo

The Fiat Scudo and Ulyssee names are set to make their returns, on a new mid-size van to replace the existing Fiat Talento.
2110-Volkswagen Crafter Luton Chiller

Volkswagen adds chiller to Crafter Luton range

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has unveiled a new officially-warrantied refrigeration conversion for its Crafter Luton LCV.
2110 Citroën Relay front 34

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.
All-new Ford Tourneo Connect

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.
Ford Transit police riot van

UK police deploy Ford Transit riot van

The five-tonne Ford Transit, converted to a Protected Personnel Carrier (PPC), has gone into service with police forces across the UK.
2109 Ford Transit Centre

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?
Dacia Duster Commercial 2021

Dacia offers a fresh load of Duster

Dacia has announced the latest Duster Commercial model, which is available to order now with first deliveries expected in December.