Commercial vehicle registrations up 23.5% in April

CV registrations have risen 23.5% in April, with similar growth of 23.9% for the year to-date.

Strong demand for trucks has continued, up 43.5% in April to 3,900 units.

Van registrations have increased for the 12th consecutive month to 24,927, up 20.9%.

April	% change	Year-to-date	% change	Rolling year	% change
Vans	24,927	20.9%	122,702	22.0%	343,851	21.9%
Trucks	3,900	43.5%	14,581	41.7%	45,758	-13.4%
Total	28,827	23.5%	137,283	23.9%	389,609	16.4%

“With business confidence still on the up, the strong uplift enjoyed in the commercial vehicle market this year has continued into spring,” said Mike Hawes, SMMT chief executive.

“Demand for new vans is stronger than ever, with the sector recording its 12th consecutive month of growth in April.

“The move towards larger vehicles across all segments was again evident last month, with rigids weighing in over six tonnes and three-axle artics driving the increase in truck registrations.

“We look to the next government for stability to ensure this robust performance continues.”