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Commercial drivers attracted by EV running costs
- 15/05/2024
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
More than half of commercial drivers now believe an electric van is more cost effective to run than a petrol or diesel alternative. According to a study carried out by Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles UK, 52% of van drivers say an EV would reduce their running costs, while more than two thirds say it would suit their [...] -
LCV sales report strong growth
- 09/05/2024
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Demand for new light commercial vehicles rose 5.4% in April, according to data released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). It reported that sales were up to 23,889 units, making it the highest total for the month since 2021. Growth was underpinned by demand for the largest LCV models [...] -
RHCV announces LCV investment
- 09/04/2024
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
RH Commercial Vehicles is expanding its services and capacity with the launch of four dedicated van services across the East Midlands. Based in Nottingham, Newark, Northampton and Leicestershire, the RHCVan services will include MOT, repair and maintenance, tyre replacement, windscreen repairs and air conditioning [...] -
EVs failing to find traction in LCV market
- 05/04/2024
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
The National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) has called for fresh incentives to drive EV growth in the light commercial vehicle market after new figures revealed that market share has remained largely static for 12 months. Figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders revealed that 2,906 EVs [...] -
LCVs march to best quarter
- 05/04/2024
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
March was a bumper month for light commercial vehicle sales in the UK with new registrations spiking by 11.1% to 52,916 vehicles. According to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, the strong sales last month saw the sector enjoy its best quarter for three years with volumes now just 7.7% down on the [...] -
Van drivers facing longer hours for less return
- 08/03/2024
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
New research carried out by Volkswagen Commercial Vehicle has revealed that 60% of UK van drivers are working longer hours compared to this time last year as they battle to combat rising cost-of-living pressures. Meanwhile, 68% identified rising material prices as one of their greatest challenge. The survey of [...] -
BCA reveals LCV price revival
- 21/02/2024
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
BCA has revealed that LCV values reached their highest point since September in January, reversing a run of three consecutive monthly falls. Values improved by £727 over the month, or nine per cent, to reach £8,764. The new van sector also continued to return positive results, growing for the 13th consecutive [...] -
Lucky 13 for LCV sales
- 06/02/2024
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
The new light commercial vehicle (LCVs) market grew by 8.4% with 23,962 vehicles joining UK roads during January, according to the latest figures published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The increase marks 13 consecutive months of growth and the highest January total since 2021. New [...] -
Fras-le – Braking into the UK aftermarket
- 01/02/2024
- Posted by: Simon Wait
- Category: Products
Fras-le, an international manufacturer of commercial vehicle friction materials and brake systems, is aiming to make an impact in the UK market with its cutting-edge aftermarket solutions, particularly its CV brake pads and CV brake linings. Established in 1954 in Caxias do Sul, Brazil, the company has grown to [...] -
Fix Auto Basingstoke opens dedicated LCV site
- 25/01/2024
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Fix Auto Basingstoke has opened a second site which is dedicated to repairing vans, LCVs and motorhomes. Work to transform the new 15,000 sqft repair centre, which features two oversized spraybooths, started in the first week of December and was due to be completed but next month but has opened almost two weeks [...]