Logistics UK responds to removal of mandatory training for large electric vans

This legislation will also remove the prohibition on towing a trailer, up to a combined weight of seven tonnes. It  will now be signed into law and come into force on Tuesday 10 June. All current legislation and requirements will remain in force until this date.  

The changes are welcomed by Logistics UK, and we continue to call for the many other regulatory barriers to adopting 4.25 tonne electric vans to be removed. 

Logistics UK’s Senior Policy Manager –  Road Freight Regulation Chris Yarsley said: “Logistics UK welcomes the legislation abolishing the requirement for Category B licence holders to undertake five hours of training before driving a zero tailpipe emission vehicle up to 4.25 tonnes.

"Fleet operators face many challenges in order to operate successful businesses – not least a shortage of drivers – and this move will hopefully go some way to alleviating this situation.” 

The guidance has now been published on Gov.uk to support in the understanding of the changes, and the safe driving of these vehicles.

You can view the guidance here.