Demand for new vans down in July

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The UK’s light commercial vehicle (LCV) market dropped -8.5% in July with 24,689 vans, 4x4s, pickups and taxis joining the road, according to the latest figures published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

The performance is in comparison with a strong July in 2023 – the best in three years – however, which came amid a record-equalling 17 consecutive months of market growth. With that exceptional run of demand...