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New van market falls in October as electric uptake dips

SMMT: Battery electric van sees first decline in over a year

Mark Moran
05 November 2025

 

UK deliveries of new light commercial vehicles (LCVs) fell by -15.1% in October with 22,896 vans, pickups and 4x4s registered, according to the latest figures published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). 

The decline follows a robust September market and reflects a contraction in fleet renewal across 2025, down -10.2% to 264,160 units in the year to date, amid weak business confidence and a tough economic environment.

Declines were recorded across all van sizes...

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