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'White van man' stereotype isn't dead as three-quarters of van drivers report negative attitudes from other motorists

In a survey carried out by Peugeot, the UK's van drivers have reported that negative attitudes from other road users still prevail, despite the professional nature of most LCV users.

Iveco to be sold off to JLR owner Tata

The Indian owner of Jaguar Land Rover, Tata, has struck a deal to acquire Iveco for £3.3bn

Overloading warning as van drivers rack up £390k in fines

Van drivers are facing an average of £2000 per fine for overloading, with over £390,000 collected in fines in 12 months.

Auction houses report strong demand for used electric vans

Members of the National Association of Motor Auctions have reported that electric vans are selling faster than diesel ones for the first time ever

Stellantis cancels Hydrogen van programme

Stellantis has canned plans to launch hydrogen fuel cell-powered versions of its van range – including the Vauxhall Vivaro and Movano e-Hydrogen models – citing high costs and a lack of infrastructure as the main reasons.

Tool thefts from vans still on the increase

New data from a recent Freedom of Information request shows that over 17,000 tools were stolen across England in 2024, including 8760 taken from vehicles.

More than four in five professional drivers admit to driving while tired

Insurance industry research shows pro-drivers often drive tired and most believe they don’t get the support that they need.

Under the bonnet podcast launched for van drivers

BBC breakfast show radio host Scott Mills has launched the UK’s first podcast for van drivers in partnership with Mercedes-Benz Vans.

Licence changes for large electric vans to come into effect in June

A change to driving licence rules that will allow standard licence holders to drive electric or hydrogen vans weighing up to 4.25 tonnes will start on June 10.

Half of van and lorry drivers consider quitting due to stress

Work-related stress and burnout are pushing van and lorry drivers to the brink with nearly 1 in 2 considering quitting their job

Half of all van thefts occur on site

Tool theft and vehicle damage are just some of the many van-related reasons why tradespeople are having to cancel jobs.

Diesel vans to be sold for at least the next 10 years

Changes to the Government's ZEV targets in response to US trade tariffs has given diesel vans a stay of execution, meaning new ones can still be sold up to 2035.

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