Manheim Auction Services has reported a sharp rise in used electric van activity at the start of 2026, with volumes up 74% year on year across January and February.
The remarketing specialist also recorded a 33% increase in average selling prices, reaching £9,971, alongside improvements in stock profile.
Average age fell to 34 months, while average mileage dropped to 19,675, indicating a shift towards newer, lower mileage vehicles entering the wholesale market.
The performance reflects wider momentum in the electric van sector, with SMMT data showing new electric van registrations rose 42.2% in February, taking a 13.5% market share.
However, this remains below the 24% Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate target for 2026.
Matthew Davock, director of commercial vehicles at Manheim UK, said: “While younger, lower mileage stock is undoubtedly driving improved performance across electric vehicle sales, this wouldn’t be possible without rising market confidence and increasing buyer appetite.
“What we’re seeing now is the early stages of market maturity. Buyers now understand more about battery performance, running costs and charging needs than ever before. Combined with improved product quality and wider industry awareness, this is reducing hesitation and accelerating adoption. In 2025, we spoke consistently about growing momentum in the market, so it is encouraging to see this momentum carry into 2026 and continue to gain pace.”