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How Are Vans Affected By The London ULEZ Expansion?
The London Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) has steadily expanded to cover all 32 London boroughs (effective from 29th August 2023), and vans that don’t meet emissions standards will continue to be charged a £12.50-per-day penalty to enter the larger zone. Read more about this could impact you and how you could get support here…

What kind of licence do you need to drive a van?
A van is a fantastically useful vehicle, and whether you're going to use it primarily for personal or for work purposes, it'll become an integral part of your driving life. A van is obviously different to a car, though, so do you actually need a different kind of licence in order to drive one?

Coronavirus advice for van buyers
Find out how you can buy or sell a van during the coronavirus lockdown.

Electric van batteries explained
Here’s a guide to how electric van batteries work, how to look after them, how long they last and more.

How to charge an electric van
Where to charge your electric van, how much it'll cost, how often you need to do it and more. All in one place.

Van Finance Explained
If you’re starting a new business and need to have trusty transport to make it work, a van is a great option. Whether you’ve been eyeing up a used Ford Transit or a brand new shiny Vauxhall Vivaro, you have the option to spread the cost. Here we explain the different types of finance available for vans.

Applying for van finance
Getting a new van onto the road could be possible with the backing of finance. But what do you need to consider as you research the finance options available?

Your van finance options
When it comes to financing a van, there are quite a few options, and the differences between them can get confusing. Below, we help you get your head around the ins and outs of van finance.

Van owners granted MOT exemption due to coronavirus
The UK government has granted ‘temporary exemption’ of MOTs of vans to enable vital services to continue, essential workers to get to work, and allow the public to get essential food and medicine during the COVID-19 outbreak.

How to take photos of your van for your Autotrader advert
The first thing people notice about your advertisement is the pictures of your truck, so make sure they stand out. Here’s a guide to help you take photos, ready for your Autotrader advert...

How to prepare your van for sale
A little bit of effort could add value to your van, or at least help prevent buyers finding reasons to haggle chunks off the asking price.

Used van buyers guide
These are the things you need to bear in mind to ensure you don’t end up with buyer’s remorse because you have chosen a dud, or a vehicle that really doesn’t suit your daily requirements.







