George Barrow

Surrey

Journalist | International Van of the Year & Pick-Up jury | Find me in The Sun, Commercial Motor, What Van & others. Pics of cars, trucks and vans (sorry)

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Articles

New electric van driving licence rules get approval

1 week ago | vanreviewer.co.uk | George Barrow

May 28, 2025Long awaited changes to driving licence regulations for electric vans are due to come into force from 10 June 2025. The government has confirmed the amendments which will see Category B drivers able to drive higher gross vehicle weight battery electric vans. New legislation will allow holders of a Category B driving licence to operate fully electric van or hydrogen-powered van with a maximum authorised mass (or gross vehicle weight) of up to 4.25 tonnes.
Antonio Filosa named as new CEO of Stellantis

1 week ago | vanreviewer.co.uk | George Barrow

May 28, 2025Antonio Filosa will be the new Chief Executive Officer of Stellantis, replacing Carlos Tavares who stepped down last year. Stellantis has announced that its Board of Directors has unanimously selected Filosa as its new CEO following a thorough search process for both internal and external candidates. The search was undertaken by a Special Committee of the Board, led by executive chairman John Elkann.
Kia annouces van dealer network for new PBV range

1 week ago | vanreviewer.co.uk | George Barrow

May 27, 2025Kia UK has announced its locations and partners for the new network of national PBV Centres that will support its new range of electric vans. An initial list of 61 locations covering a broad area of the country, including several well-known dealers, will be the exclusive sales and after sales service centres for the PBV commercial vehicle range.
Kia cars that should be made as vans

1 week ago | vanreviewer.co.uk | George Barrow

This year Kia is making its first commercial vehicles for sale outside of its domestic market, but although they've gone to great lengths to create a new Kia EV van, there's plenty of scope for making LCVs out of their current range. The world might be eagerly awaiting the arrival of the new Kia PV5 Cargo and Kia PV5 Passenger vans - not to mention the Kia PV7 and Kia PV9 coming futher down the line, but we reckon these are some models that should get a look-in.
Keltruck’s Newark branch named Scania Top Team 2025 UK champions

1 week ago | commercialmotor.com | George Barrow

Scania dealer Keltruck's Newark team have made it through to the Top Team European finals after being crowned the Top Team 2025 UK winners. The next stage of the competition will be hosted in Verona, Italy in September. Dubbed the ‘Newark Novices’, the team includes parts supervisor, Jon Hind; workshop controller, Lewis Cawthorne; and technicians, Mark White, Ian Spafford and Daniel Russel.
FLYNT van Q&A - A first look at the new electric van

1 week ago | vanreviewer.co.uk | George Barrow

New electric van start-up FLYNT plans to launch a new van next year that’s been specifically designed for Europe. Built in China but with a European base, we sit down with FLYNT founders Daniel Kirchert and Laura Peschke for a quick Q&A about this latest new name in the large electric van market. Read more about this new start-up in our Who is FLYNT article Van Reviewer: The van covers quite a large size range, tell us more about it and what segments do you see this in?
Who is FLYNT? - Van Reviewer

1 week ago | vanreviewer.co.uk | George Barrow

It’s a name you’ve probably not heard of, but this new van manufacturer is planning on disrupting the European van segment with its new approach to light commercial vehicles. But is the FLYNT van just another name destined to disappear as quickly as it arrives, or should you start taking this large electric van more seriously. Let’s take a closer look. FLYNT is a new electric van start-up looking to bring a fully electric large van to Europe and the UK.
Van security and locks - 11 tips to beat tool theft

1 week ago | vanreviewer.co.uk | George Barrow

Van theft and break-ins are an epidemic, costing van owners millions per year in increased insurance premiums as thieves look to try and steal the contents of people’s vans. Whether it is parcels or packages or tools and equipment, every industry that uses a van is a potential target and victim.
Fiat Tris is a new three-wheeler that UK and Europe needs

2 weeks ago | vanreviewer.co.uk | George Barrow

Fiat has unveiled its first every three-wheeler with a new super light commercial vehicle and pick-up truck. The Fiat TRIS is a new model for Africa and the Middle East regions available with chassis cab, flatbed, and pick-up options. Fiat says it has been designed to “meet the needs of micro transportation” and merges iconic Italian design with affordability and versatility. The name “TRIS” is inspired by the vehicle’s three wheels and its signature three-light LED arrangement.
Mecha to lead VW Commercial Vehicles as Intra steps down

2 weeks ago | vanreviewer.co.uk | George Barrow

May 22, 2025Stefan Mecha will become the new Chairman of the Brand Board of Management of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, replacing Carsten Intra. Mecha will take up his new position from July 1, succeeding Prof. Dr. Carsten Intra, who is leaving Volkswagen Vans for personal reasons, as part of a retirement plan. "Carsten Intra has launched important models such as the ID.