2023 Business Van Awards – The Winners

IT’S been another record entry for the Business Van Awards this year. The judges have made their decisions – and it was a very close run thing in many categories – but now the results are in: So, who are the tops when it comes to vans and services? Here goes:

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Best Small Van

Winner: Volkswagen Caddy Cargo This confident, capable and versatile van is the perfect choice for your business.  With innovative Driver Assist features, varied infotainment systems and an ergonomic driver’s workstation. Highly Commended: Toyota Proace

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Best Small E-Van

Winner: Renault Kangoo E-Tech This van is a pleasure to drive. Full of the latest ADAS and safety features brings the Kangoo completely up to date. Available in two lengths and can tow up to 1,500kg Highly commended: Maxus e-Deliver 3

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Best Large Van

Winner: Iveco Daily The new IVECO Daily van, with new adaptive and intelligent solutions, is a true companion in business success: the new AIR-PRO family breaks new ground with an industry first, the innovative pneumatic suspension with smart electronic controls – easily controlled with a joystick in the cab – to enhance driving comfort, protection and load security.

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Best Large E-Van

Winner: Maxus eDeliver 9 The Maxus eDeliver 9 is designed to give drivers the very best range whilst sat in style in comfort, with generous payload, making sure you have right tools for the job, whilst helping towards a greener, cleaner planet. Highly commended: Iveco eDaily

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Best pick-up

Winner: Isuzu D Max The D-Max comes in single and double cab variants and it’s powered by a 1.9-litre turbodiesel and it does the job very effectively. It has the ability to tow 3.5 tonnes and the vehicle is also backed by Isuzu’s 125,000 mile/5 Year warranty. The model range runs from the entry Business through All-Purpose to Adventure.

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Best Manufacturer Conversion Programme

Winner: Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles If your business has more unusual requirements, a standard model won’t fit the bill. You need more flexibility to find the right solution. Volkswagen vehicle conversions offer a huge range of options either an off-the-shelf conversion or a bespoke design.

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Best Manufacturer Van Service

Winner: Maxus The aim of MAXUS Intelligence Onboard was to create software technology that provided tangible benefits for drivers and businesses who own a MAXUS electric vehicle. To do this, MAXUS partnered with LEVL to create MAXUS Intelligence Onboard which would provide detailed data-driven insights that would allow MAXUS EV owners to optimise vehicle productivity and safety.

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Best Used Van Programme

Winner: Van Monster The range of support services including 14 day money back and 7 day customer support with courtesy vehicles and their VMR scheme. Highly commended: Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles

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Best Van Electric Charging Point provider

Winner: Charged EV A tricky category to judge as all three contenders offer different levels or service and each have strong individual benefits and attractions. Charged EV wins out due to their range of services from installing charge points at operator bases to providing public charging cards for drivers. Ohme stand out for their clever tech that allows access to the best tariffs and Paua also have some strong advantages in terms of their commitment to zero-emission charging supply. Highly commended: Ohme

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Best Van Fleet Management

Winner: Lightfoot Focus on minimising downtime with replacement vehicles and delivering measurable savings. Highly commended: SG Fleet UK

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Best short term rental – less than 3 months

Winner: Europcar Partnerships with Halfords and Kwikfit, combined with a comprehensive fleet selection offers a good choice for Companies Highly commended: Thrifty

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Best long term van rental – over 3 months

Winner: Northgate Vehicle Hire The commercial vehicle world is now rushing to towards a sustainable and zero-emission future and in this respect Northgate are clearly ahead of the field in addition to being able to supply traditional ICE vehicles quickly and easily in almost any format a customer requires. Highly commended: Europcar

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Best Van Vehicle Recovery

Winner: Start Rescue Recognised in their field against household names and 97 % customer recommended. Highly commended: Swiss Vans

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Best Van Leasing Company

Winner: Vanways Whether you are looking to purchase or lease Vanways says it won’t be beaten on price or customer service. Vans come with full warranty and roadside assistance plus free UK delivery. Highly commended: Ogilvie Fleet