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AFP celebrates Fleet Academy accreditation and awards at annual conference

1 week ago | businessvans.co.uk | Jessica Bird

The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has celebrated the most recent cohort of professionals to complete its Continued Professional Development (CPD) accredited Fleet Vehicle Management course. The individuals took part in the IMI accredited courses either in person on online.
AFP launches charge sharing network to boost decarbonisation

1 week ago | businessvans.co.uk | Jessica Bird

The AFP has introduced a white-labelled platform allowing depots to share charging facilities with fleet users, as Paul Hollick (pictured), chair of the association, confirmed that “the decarbonisation of fleets is our generation’s main challenge.”The platform, introduced at the AFP Conference in Gaydon today (7th May) will allow depots to list their surplus charging facilities, for potential users to book and pay for according to their needs.
US tariffs threaten van market stability, warns fleet leader

1 week ago | businessvans.co.uk | Jessica Bird

The commercial vehicle industry is bracing for potential disruption as US tariffs threaten to destabilise supply chains and increase vehicle costs, according to fleet operator Novuna Vehicle Solutions. The warning comes as the SMMT published its April 2025 new car registration figures, reflecting current market conditions that fleet operators believe could become more challenging in the months ahead.
EV registrations rise as petrol and diesel numbers fall

1 week ago | businessvans.co.uk | Jessica Bird

The latest SMMT data has revealed a continued increase in electric vehicle (EV) registrations across the UK, including the commercial van sector, while petrol and diesel registrations continue to decline. This trend highlights the gradual shift toward electrification in business transport and logistics operations.
East Midlands named best region for UK tradespeople

2 weeks ago | businessvans.co.uk | Jessica Bird

Tradespeople in the East Midlands enjoy better working conditions than their counterparts across the UK, according to a nationwide survey from Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles that examined working hours, commuting distances and stress levels among 1,000 van drivers. The research found that East Midlands-based tradespeople drive significantly shorter distances for jobs – averaging 67.95 miles daily compared to the UK average of 88.37 miles.
Aquila expands Isuzu dealership presence with new Gloucester facility

2 weeks ago | businessvans.co.uk | Jessica Bird

Isuzu Truck UK has expanded its dealer footprint with the appointment of Aquila Truck Centre’s Gloucester facility as a full sales, parts, and service dealer. The new site joins Aquila’s existing Isuzu operations in Tipton and Worcester, completing the company’s support network along the M5 corridor to the Midlands and providing enhanced support for commercial vehicle operators in the region.
CV Show: Ford offers promise to get customers into EVs

2 weeks ago | businessvans.co.uk | Andrew Charman

Ford has used the UK CV Show to launch its Power Promise for commercial vehicle customers, a package of benefits designed to make switching to electric vans much simpler. The programme is hoped to boost the UK’s stalling electric van take-up – registrations are currently running at around 8%, less than half of the 16% that the Government Zero-Emissions Vehicle Mandate requires by the end of 2025.
CV Show: Kia range launches with UK prices and specification revealed

2 weeks ago | businessvans.co.uk | Andrew Charman

Kia has officially launched its new light-commercial vehicle range at the CV Show in Birmingham, and revealed that prices for its PV5 Cargo van will start at £27,645 plus VAT. Pre-orders open on 1st May for the PV5 Cargo, Kia’s first dedicated fully electric commercial vehicle which will be available in two lengths, two heights, with two battery options and two trim grades depending on body type.
Circet boosts fleet safety and sustainability with Geotab and Lytx

2 weeks ago | businessvans.co.uk | Jessica Bird

Telecommunications infrastructure provider Circet has cut emissions, improved driver safety and reduced fuel costs by rolling out a fully integrated Geotab and Lytx telematics solution across 3,000 vehicles in its UK and Ireland fleet. Since the start of 2025, Circet recorded a 16% improvement in overall driver safety scores, with behaviours such as harsh braking, acceleration and cornering all reduced.
Flynt targeting European market with new electric LCVs

3 weeks ago | businessvans.co.uk | Andrew Charman

Another new electric light-commercial vehicle (LCV) option is on its way to Europe with the unveiling of a purpose-built battery-electric platform by European brand Flynt. Rather than set up its own production base, the Dutch-based company is following the route of placing its EV platform with an established manufacturer. In the case of the new LCV it has partnered with MiracoMotor – a dedicated eLCV spin-off backed by leading Chinese EV manufacturer GAC Group.