As well as the extension to grant schemes, the Government has also announced it will continue to allow drivers holding standard car driving licences to drive electric goods vans at a higher weight limit, up to 4.25 tonnes (compared to a 3.5 tonne limit for diesel vans). This takes into account the additional weight of electric vehicle batteries and makes it easier for businesses and drivers to make the switch.
The Plug-in Van Grant will continue at current rates until October 2018. After that point the Government says incentives will carry on beyond 2020 but has yet to say what the level of support will be
Licence changes proposed New rules will mean electric or gas-powered vans up to 4,250kg can be driven on a Category B licence Currently drivers of vans weighing over 3,500kg have to apply for a category C licence with the associated costs and medical report requirements. LIKE the idea of running an electric or gas-powered van, but worried about needing a [...]
Bevan Group, the first company to secure EU accreditation for its external glass racking SPECIALIST vehicle body builder, the Bevan Group at Halesowen, has become the first company to secure EU accreditation for its external glass racking, or frails, fitted to panel vans. The breakthrough follows months of negotiation with VCA, the Department for Transport agency responsible for [...]
Author: Matt Morton IF the road works that litter your daily commute - or disrupt your delivery schedules - really stick in your throat, then there is good news from the government. Because Transport Minister Norman Baker has announced that utility companies who take too long to complete their road works will face higher charges from the beginning [...]
BUSINESS van managers operating vans over 3.5 tonnes will face new speed limit legislation.
HEAVY Goods Vehicles rules on driving hours could be heading the way of professional light van drivers.
From September 2007, many penalties under the Road Safety Act became more stringent. And could lead to jail.
