The latest data from the Department for Transport shows a 111% surge in the number of company-owned electric vans over the past two years. However, despite this significant growth, Vansdirect warns that there is still a long way for British businesses to go when it comes to embracing electric, as EVs only accounted for 7% of all newly registered fleet vans … [Read more...]
Vans are mobile adverts for businesses
Vansdirect has spotted that searches for ‘van modifications near me’ have increased by a staggering 150% in the last three months, highlighting the growing interest in personalising vans and improving the vehicle’s efficiencies. Fortunately, for those spending considerable time on the road, there are many modifications that can improve the safety, comfort, … [Read more...]
Major cause of MoT fails down to electrics
Faulty electrical equipment accounts for the majority of defects found during MOT tests, according to new research. The research, conducted by Vansdirect, looked at the MOT testing data for Great Britain over the last 12 months, ranking the most common defects found in class 3 and 4 vehicles. The subsequent analysis found that lamps, reflectors, and … [Read more...]
E-vans myths’ exposed
With the government laying out its Net Zero Strategy1 to decarbonise all sectors of the UK economy by 2050, fleet owners and van drivers are feeling the pressure to make the switch to EVs. In fact, Vansdirect has spotted searches for ‘how much are electric vans’ are up by 100% over the last three months, while searches for ‘best electric vans’ have … [Read more...]
