Electric vans at record level but targets remain distant
August 5, 2026
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has enhanced the range, power and functionality of the all-electric ID. Buzz Cargo with a new 58kWh battery model. Replacing the outgoing
Transport Focus and SNAP call for greater industry action after new research highlights the need for safer, higher-quality truck parking and stronger collaboration across government
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UK new light commercial vehicle (LCV) registrations rose 22.0% in July to 28,578 units, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has enhanced the range, power and functionality of the all-electric ID. Buzz Cargo with a new 58kWh battery model. Replacing the outgoing
Transport Focus and SNAP call for greater industry action after new research highlights the need for safer, higher-quality truck parking and stronger collaboration across government
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has welcomed FAST ORIGINAL as its latest member, further strengthening the Federation’s growing network of businesses committed to supporting
Derbyshire-based Gary Fletcher Surfacing is celebrating its 50th anniversary with the delivery of a new high-specification Volvo FH Aero.
Road testing of hydrogen-powered trucks has begun as part of the Bayernflotte project. This marks the final phase of the research project, which was funded
Grundon Waste Management has recently taken delivery of its largest BEV truck order to date, with four XD FAN 270 Electric 6×2 rear steer rigid
Daimler Truck AG (Daimler Truck), the Volvo Group (Volvo), cellcentric and Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) have signed a binding agreement for Toyota to join as
Marks & Spencer and its transport subsidiary, Gist Ltd., have commenced the roll-out of ten new DAF XD Electric tractor units, marking a significant next step in the retailer’s transition from electric truck trials to scaled zero tailpipe emission operations. Five vehicles are already in active service, with a further five due to enter service in 2026.
Transport operator Nobina will introduce 27 new Scania biogas buses into service on behalf of public transport authority Skånetrafiken. With low noise levels and low
Frozen seafood specialist Nortrade has added four new Volvo FE 4×2 18-tonne rigids to its delivery fleet. The trucks replace vehicles from a rival manufacturer and were chosen following the impressive performance from a Volvo FM the business had run previously.