Plug-in Van Grant (PiVG) - A Complete Guide
16/02/2024 14:51 Share
Plug-in Van Grant (PiVG) - A Complete Guide
Learn how you could save money when you switch to an electric van with the government’s Plug-in Van Grant (PiVG).
- The grant offers a maximum of £5,000 towards the cost of an electric van.
- A wide range of small and large vans are eligible for the PiVG.
- The Plug-in Van Grant is available until March 2025.
As the UK Government’s ban on petrol and diesel vehicles looms ever closer, grants are in place to make the switch to electric vans more affordable. The Plug-in Van Grant (PiVG) launched in 2012 and offers a maximum of £5,000 towards a new electric van.
Find out everything you need to know about the Plug-in Van Grant (PiVG) and see if you are eligible to apply.
1. What is the Plug-in Van Grant (PiVG)?
The UK Government introduced the Plug-in Van Grant in 2012 in a bid to make electric vans more accessible. With the grant, you could be eligible for £2,500 towards the cost of a small van, and £5,000 towards the cost of a large van.
2. Who is eligible for the Plug-in Van Grant (PiVG)?
Both small and large vans are eligible for the grant. To qualify, they must meet the government’s set out criteria.
To qualify for the PiVG, the small van must:
- Have a gross weight vehicle weight under 2,500kg.
- Produce less than 50g/km of CO2 emissions.
- Be able to travel at least 60 miles emission-free.
- To qualify for the PiVG, the large van must:
- Have a gross vehicle weight of 2,500kg – 4,250kg.
- Omit fewer than 50g/km of CO2 emissions.
- Be able to travel at least 60 miles with no emissions.
3. What vehicles qualify for the PiVG scheme?
The following small vans are eligible for the Plug-in Van Grant:
- Citroen e-Berlingo
- Fiat e-Doblo
- Maxus eDeliver 3 (short wheelbase variants)
- Nextem Orca
- Nissan e-NV200
- Nissan Townstar
- Nissan Voltia
- Peugeot e-Partner
- Renault Kangoo E-Tech
- Renault Kangoo ZE
- Renault Zoe Van
- Toyota Proace City Electric
- Vauxhall Combo-e
The following large vans are eligible:
- BD Auto eTraffic
- BD e-Boxer
- BD e-Ducato
- BD e-Relay
- Citroen e-Dispatch
- Citroen e-Relay
- DFSK EC31
- DFSK EC35
- Fiat e-Ducato
- Fiat E-Scudo
- Ford E-Transit (Leader & Trend)
- LDV EV80
- LEVC VN5
- MAN eTGE
- Maxus eDeliver 3
- Maxus eDeliver 3 LWB Chassis Cab
- Maxus eDeliver 9
- Maxus eDeliver 9 MC L3 Chassis Cab
- Maxus eDeliver 9 LC L4 Chassis Cab
- Maxus T90
- Mercedes-Benz eVito (Premium & Progressive)
- Mercedes eSprinter
- Peugeot e-Boxer
- Peugeot e-Expert
- Renault Master ZE (3.1 and 3.5 tonnes)
- Renault Trucks Master ZE
- Toyota Proace Electric
- Vauxhall Vivaro-e
- Volkswagen ABT e-Transporter
- Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo Commerce & Cargo Commerce Plus
4. How to apply for the Plug-in Van Grant (PiVG)
There’s no need to apply for the grant. If your chosen small or large van is eligible, the grant is available when you buy your electric van from the manufacturer or a dealership. The closing date to take advantage of the grant is 11.59pm on the 31st March 2025.
Electric vans at Vansdirect
At Vansdirect, we can help you electrify your business. Our wide range of electric vans includes small and large vans. We also sell many of the vans eligible for the Plug-in Van Grant. With our competitive pricing and van finance offers, we can help you find a great electric van deal. Finance options include van leasing, Contract Hire, Hire Purchase, and van fleet leasing. Contact us today and start your electric van journey with us.
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