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Powertrain details confirmed as Kia PV5 makes full debut
Kia has fully unveiled its new PV5 electric van.
Depending on spec, the van will be available with a choice of 43.5kWh, 51.5kWh, and 71.2kWh batteries, with a range of up to 248 miles between charges, and a 10-80% battery charge possible in 30 minutes. Power comes from a 163hp electric motor.
Dawsongroup adopts 1link Service Network for van fleet
Dawsongroup has begun using Epyx’s 1link Service Network to manage SMR for its 13,000-strong van fleet.
The rental company said it wanted to use the platform to speed up processes, minimise downtime, and control SMR costs.
CPD introduces vehicle finance service
Van converter CPD has announced the launch of CPD Finance, a new in-house platform designed to provide flexible finance options for commercial vehicles.
The company says the service can provide tailored finance packages, flexible payment terms, and wide vehicle range and sector expertise.
Kia announces Samsung connectivity deal for commercial vehicles
Kia has agreed a deal with electronics giant Samsung to integrate ‘internet of things’ connectivity with its?PBV?electric LCV range.
The integration of Samsung’s SmartThings Pro platform into vehicles will allow the wireless control of connected devices and technologies through a ‘plug and play’ service.??
Additional training requirement for 4.25t zero-emission van drivers set for removal
The need for additional training to drive zero-emission vans weighing up to 4.25t is to be removed, the UK Government has said.
The government said it was laying secondary legislation before Parliament to enable standard category B licence holders to be able to drive zero-emission vehicles up to 4.25t, with the change expected to come into force in Spring, subject to Parliamentary approval.
New Isuzu D-Max Steel Edition revealed
Isuzu has unveiled a new limited-edition version of its D-Max pick-up truck.
The Steel Edition, which is limited to 250 units, builds on the existing range-topping D-Max V-Cross, with exterior features including Steel Grey Mica paint, dark grey wheel arch fender flares, rear arch extensions, and roof rails, a dark grey Isuzu grille emblem and Steel-branded side graphics.