Vans

Electric passengers cars are everywhere these days, and electric utes are on the horizon, but there are already a few electric light trucks available. This new one, the Foton T5, aims to take the shine off the forthcoming Isuzu N Series EV, but does China's latest commercial offering deliver the goods?

Peugeot has slashed the price of its electric E-Partner compact van by more than $10,000.It is now priced at $49,990 drive-away down from $59,990 (before on-road costs).The deal is only available on 2023 plated models and the vehicle needs to be delivered before the end of June.The price cut means the electric van is only a few thousand dollars more than the petrol powered alternative that is priced between $32,990 and $43,490 (before on-road costs). It is also more than $15,000 cheaper than its main rival, the Renault Kangoo E-Tech.This isn’t the first time the French brand has heavily discounted one of its electric cars. In May Peugeot slashed more than $20,000 off the price of its E-2008 small electric SUV, which then sold out in less than a week. The E-Partner is fitted with a 50kWh battery that feeds a single electric motor making 100kW/260Nm. Peugeot claims it has a driving range of up to 258km.It can accept a maximum charge of 100kW via a DC fast charging pylon, which the French brand says can top the battery up from 0-80 per cent in half an hour.When hooked up to a home wallbox charger it can absorb up to 7.4kW, which can replenish the battery from flat to 100 per cent in about seven and a half hours.The E-Partner has a payload of 753kg and a max braked and unbraked towing capacity of 750kg.It can hold a fair chunk of cargo for a compact van with a max volume of 3.9 metres squared. The laid capacity dimensions are 2167mm long, 1243mm high and 1527mm wide. Distance between the wheel arches is 1229mm.There are some handy features included such as a full-size spare wheel, 16-inch steel wheels, an 8.0-inch multimedia touchscreen and it’s got plenty of safety gear.Tradies on the hunt for an eco-friendly workhorse are in luck as Ford has also knocked $15,000 off the price of the larger E-Transit electric van, which now starts at $89,990.

Another electric delivery van is hitting Australian roads soon, with Peugeot confirming that the order books are open for the new E-Expert.

The VW Kombi and camping have gone together like a horse and carriage for more than half a century. And this imposing Crafter Kampervan is the brand's latest pitch to dedicated Aussie holidaymakers. Are you ready to take it on? Dave Morley has the lowdown on its pros and cons.

Ford has announced pricing and specification for the more capable 2024 Transit van range. Big boosts to braked towing capacity and gross combination mass (GCM) are the highlights, though enhanced cabin technology, powertrain tweaks and more safety features are present.

The sporty version of Volkswagen’s retro-inspired electric Kombi, the ID. Buzz GTX, has been revealed in Europe and it's coming to Australia next year.

What is a light rigid vehicle? A light rigid vehicle is a vehicle “with a GVM [Gross Vehicle Mass] of more than 4.5 tonnes, but not more than 8.0 tonnes (any towed trailer must not weigh more than 9.0 tonnes GVM) vehicles up to 8.0 tonnes GVM which can carry more than 12 adults including the driver,” according to Transport for NSW.

The mid-size van segment is evolving, with all-electric models emerging left, right and centre. Mercedes-Benz's eVito is one of the newest entrants, but is it up to the challenge of tradie life? The answer is yes... and no.

LDV's eDeliver 7 fully electric van has arrived with a specical price for ABN holders.

Ford Australia has confirmed pricing for the new Transit Custom Sport van variant ahead of its arrival this year, alongside the already-confirmed Trend variant.