The Low Emission Van Guide was first published 12 months ago and is aimed at SME fleet operators using commercial vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes gvw.
The updated guide also includes new topic sheets, as well as information on hydrogen vans and guidance on how to get involved in the low carbon van community.
Meanwhile, the supporting online VC3 tool now includes fields for user-defined payload data, bio-fuel blends, and congestion charge information.
“Current growth in van registrations is good news for the motor industry, but means UK van parc CO2 emissions are also on the rise,” states Steve Carroll, senior technical specialist at Cenex.
“As UK cities are looking to set up clean air zones by 2020 by imposing charges on polluting vehicles, it is an ideal time to inform van owners of their alternative options to diesel,” he continues.
“The Low Emission Van Guide and web tool make essential reading for operators who want an understanding of the key low emission van options available.”
Meanwhile, Gloria Esposito, head of projects at LowCVP (Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership), adds that van operators should also use the guide t examine the environmental and operational case for using low emission commercial vehicles.
“Fleet managers can access case studies showing the cost savings achievable through the use of low emission fuels and technologies – and access information on the low emission van market, government policy, infrastructure and assistance,” she explains.
The Low Emission Van Guide and Van Cost and Carbon Calculator can be found on the Low Emission Van Hub at www.lowcvp.org.uk/lev