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New van market hits three year high but EVs need boost

SMMT: Plug-in Van Grant extension welcome but further and more holistic support needed, as electric van uptake remains -1.9% down in 2024.

Mark Moran
05 November 2024

 

The number of new light commercial vehicles (LCVs) joining UK roads grew 2.4% in October with 26,974 new vans, pickups and 4x4s registered, according to the latest figures published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). It represents the third consecutive month of overall market growth and the best October in three years.

The growth was driven by demand for small and medium vans, up 55.9% and 49.6% to 683 and 5,688 units respectively. Uptake of large vans, meanwhile, fell by...

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