Van market falls as EV demand falters
April 14, 2026
The used LCV market saw a price increase during November, as demand grew steadily for vehicles to service the online shopping and home delivery sector in the run-up to Christmas.
MAHLE Aftermarket UK has introduced 25 new starter motor references and 33 alternators to its leading LCV mechatronics product portfolio.
UK businesses need a financial incentive from the Government to kickstart the adoption of electric vans, according to the Association of Fleet Professionals.
The UK’s light commercial vehicle (LCV) market declined 22.2% in November, with registrations for the month at their lowest since 2013 and 13.4% below the five-year pre-pandemic average of 28,119 units.
One in 10 vans operated by fleets are not compliant with the London Ultra Low Emissions Zone (ULEZ), according to FleetCheck.
Citroen has overhauled its van line-up with new trim grades and launched a new online reservations platform.
Renault Truck Commercials has opened its first state-of-the-art, dedicated van and light commercial vehicle site in Tipton, West Midlands.
The number of new light commercial vehicles registered last month fell 22.2% month-on-month to their lowest November performance since 2013.
Toyota will develop a hydrogen-powered Hilux pick-up using funds secured via the UK Government’s Advance Propulsion Centre (APC).
According to data from Michelin Connected Fleet, fleet operators are failing to utlise their electric vans, with diesel-powered models being worked twice as hard.