A special concession was created by the Department of Transport for electric light commercial vehicles in 2019 to recognize the extra weight added by batteries. However, fleets are finding that a range of other restrictions still apply. Because the van is classified as an HGV, it needs an MOT test after 12 months and is also speed restricted, while tachograph regulations come into effect if the vehicle travels more than 100kms from base.Source
Inside the deprived market town kept moving by Motability cars
“You can from the cars people are using whether they're on the scheme or not,” according to Steph Lake, community engagement and partnerships manager at Beyond Housing in Redcar. Lake, who has...
