Vans
Welcome to the DrivingElectric vans hub page. We're here to help you decide if an electric van is right for your business
If you’re thinking of buying an electric van you’ve come to the right place. Even if you’re just looking to learn more about what electric commercial vehicles can offer, we can help.
It’s a fact that electrification is coming to all areas of the car and van market but the big problem facing businesses in particular is knowing when to take the plunge. Technology is developing fast and so is the range of electric van options available, the trick is understanding whether an electric van can suit your requirements and then knowing which one to choose.
That’s exactly what we’re here to assist you with. On this page you’ll find all our latest commercial vehicle news, reviews and features covering electric vans, plug-in hybrid vans and all the associated issues from charging and range anxiety to taxation and finance.
Here’s some key advice to get you started...
Would an electric van suit your business?
The big question for businesses. Would the switch to electric work for you right now?
Electric vs diesel vans: which would be better for you?
What are the pros and cons of electric and traditional diesel vans? We map them out to help you reach a decision.
We’ve tested them all and these are the models we rate most highly right now.
More electric van advice…
- Electric van charging guide
- Electric van payloads explained
- How to run a zero-emissions van
- Should you buy a used electric van?
Just scroll down for all of our electric van content...
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Ford plugs-in to the electric van market with the new E-Transit Custom
Ford plugs-in to the electric van market with the new E-Transit Custom
What makes the all-new Ford E-Transit Custom an award-winning electric van? Find out here...
28 Oct 2024
Volkswagen ID. Buzz review
Volkswagen ID. Buzz review
The ID. Buzz is one of the funkiest family EVs on the market, but this distinctiveness comes at quite a cost
19 Jul 2024
What is fast charging? What is rapid charging? What is ultra-rapid charging? EV charging speeds explained
What is fast charging? What is rapid charging? What is ultra-rapid charging? EV charging speeds explained
AC fast charging, DC rapid charging and DC ultra-rapid charging are important to understand for electric car owners, so let us explain…
16 Jul 2024
Electric van lease deals explained
Electric van lease deals explained
Thinking about leasing an electric van? Here's a starter guide
4 Jun 2024
Hybrid vans explained: top models, running costs, pros and cons
Hybrid vans explained: top models, running costs, pros and cons
Find out if a hybrid van is right for you or your company with our guide to what they are and why you might choose one
9 May 2024
B-ON Pelkan van review: plenty of space but very few creature comforts
B-ON Pelkan van review: plenty of space but very few creature comforts
B-ON’s first-ever van offers up to 174 miles of range, 7.1 cubic metres of cargo space and some useful additional services, but it’s not exactly a del…
18 Apr 2024
The new Volkswagen ID.Buzz GTX infuses the retro MPV with a performance edge
The new Volkswagen ID.Buzz GTX infuses the retro MPV with a performance edge
Volkswagen’s pinnacle model in the ID.Buzz range adds performance spice and all-wheel drive to the brand’s electric MPV
21 Mar 2024
New Citroen electric van range on sale: facelifted e-Berlingo, e-Dispatch and e-Relay
New Citroen electric van range on sale: facelifted e-Berlingo, e-Dispatch and e-Relay
New Citroen vans get revised looks and extra kit to help them keep pace with rivals
19 Mar 2024
Ford E-Transit Custom MS-RT is a high-performance electric van for lightning-fast callouts
Ford E-Transit Custom MS-RT is a high-performance electric van for lightning-fast callouts
New high-performance Ford van produces 281bhp and can be identified by its sporty bodykit
13 Feb 2024
Kia PV5, PV1 and PV7 signal big plans for the UK electric van market
Kia PV5, PV1 and PV7 signal big plans for the UK electric van market
Kia’s new PV5 van will sit on all-new underpinnings and shall be complemented by a suite of advanced AI technology
9 Jan 2024
New Volkswagen eTransporter arrives to much van-demonium
New Volkswagen eTransporter arrives to much van-demonium
Volkswagen’s latest electric van gets a dual-screen infotainment system and an expected 230-mile range
13 Dec 2023
New Vauxhall Vivaro Electric is cheaper, yet has more range and tech
New Vauxhall Vivaro Electric is cheaper, yet has more range and tech
Vauxhall has given its Vivaro Electric panel van a mid-life refresh with a new face and some of the latest tech
16 Nov 2023
Vauxhall Combo Electric gets sharp new look and range boost for 2024
Vauxhall Combo Electric gets sharp new look and range boost for 2024
The small electric van now sports Vauxhall’s signature ‘Vizor’ grille and offers 205-mile range
10 Nov 2023
Mercedes eCitan electric van finally on sale after two-year wait
Mercedes eCitan electric van finally on sale after two-year wait
Mercedes' smallest electric van gets a 176-mile range and is on-sale now from £33,995
11 Sep 2023
The UK electric car grant and electric van grant explained
The UK electric car grant and electric van grant explained
In June 2022, the UK government plug-in grant ended for passenger cars. However, you can still get money off motorcycles, mopeds, vans, taxis and truc…
21 Aug 2023
Peugeot e-Partner review
Peugeot e-Partner review
The smallest electric van in the Peugeot range is a very accomplished all-rounder
17 Aug 2023
Vauxhall Vivaro Electric review
Vauxhall Vivaro Electric review
The impressive Vauxhall Vivaro Electric is one of the best pure-electric vans we've driven, and offers a competitive driving range for this class
9 Aug 2023
Citroen e-Berlingo van review
Citroen e-Berlingo van review
With up to 4.4 cubic metres of cargo space and a range of 167 miles, the electric version of Citroen’s most compact panel van is a useful and versatil…
9 Aug 2023
New Ford E-Transit van: 2024 updates to save 20 seconds on every delivery
New Ford E-Transit van: 2024 updates to save 20 seconds on every delivery
Ford has updated the E-Transit for 2024 with more standard kit and several technological enhancements
18 Jul 2023
Volkswagen ID. Buzz LWB is a retro, seven-seat electric MPV
Volkswagen ID. Buzz LWB is a retro, seven-seat electric MPV
Volkswagen has unveiled a larger version of its ID. Buzz EV, boasting more seats and a larger battery with more range
2 Jun 2023
New Ford E-Transit Courier is an electric van based on the Ford Puma
New Ford E-Transit Courier is an electric van based on the Ford Puma
Ford has revealed its newest electric van, which is the size of a Ford Fiesta and is due on sale in 2024
6 Apr 2023
New Nissan Townstar electric van is cheaper than a Citroen e-Berlingo
New Nissan Townstar electric van is cheaper than a Citroen e-Berlingo
Nissan’s newest electric van shares its parts with the Renault Kangoo E-Tech and is now on sale in the UK
10 Mar 2023
New electric vans arriving in 2023 and beyond
New electric vans arriving in 2023 and beyond
The electric van market has taken off in the last couple of years, with numerous new models now available and even more on the way…
3 Mar 2023
Renault Kangoo E-Tech review
Renault Kangoo E-Tech review
Renault’s new compact electric van gets more technology, range and cargo space than before, jumping straight to the front of the pack
1 Mar 2023