Electric Innovation - December 2025

Lindsay Powell • 16 April 2026

Share this article

MAN’s HGV EV readiness target for 2026 has been achieved by all three Manchetts depots. Although there are few MAN EVs on the road at present, clearly there needs to be aftersales network support prepared to provide vehicle handovers and any service requirements.


This means that each site has invested heavily to have suitably qualified technicians, requisite tooling, charging point and an external quarantine bay in case of potential fire danger. All that remains to be done is the bespoke training on the MAN HGV EV itself which will be hosted by MAN in early 2026. 

This HGV provision will now stand alongside the car & LCV EV servicing and recovery currently provided by Manchetts Burwell, Newmarket and Recovery. 

[Pictured on their EV training course: Alex Woodruffe and Felipe Bristot from Manchetts Peterborough]

Recent Posts

Master technician performing tachograph calibration inside a DVSA-approved workshop
by Amanda Manchett • 25 September 2026
Ensure DVSA compliance with expert tachograph calibration from Manchetts. Avoid penalties and minimise fleet downtime today. Call us on 01638 744528.
Car on a cobblestone street with its hood open beside a person under a red umbrella in a historic town.
by Amanda Manchett • 27 August 2026
Need reliable vehicle recovery in Cambridge? Manchetts offers 24/7 car and EV roadside assistance. Call 01638 744528 for immediate help today.
Man crouches beside white van, examining the front wheel in a parking lot with buildings in the background
by Amanda Manchett • 24 July 2026
Need reliable van hire in Suffolk? Discover essential checks for a smooth trip. For trusted vehicles, call Manchetts on 01638 674490 today.
Two workers in yellow vests fix a white van’s tire in a snowy industrial lot
by Amanda Manchett • 29 June 2026
Prepare your fleet for winter with a reliable vehicle recovery service. Minimise downtime and ensure compliance. Call Manchetts on 01638 744528 for support.
Group of runners posing in front of a white event tent on grass, wearing race shirts and medals.
by Lindsay Powell • 28 April 2026
Learn how Manchetts supports local charities like LEBBS and engages in community events. Join us in making a difference!
Wooden beehive box with a “60 years” Manchetts sign in a wooded outdoor area
by Lindsay Powell • 28 April 2026
Learn about Manchetts' sustainability efforts in vehicle recovery. Join our recycling schemes and support eco-friendly practices today!
Bronze FORS Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme badge with ID 102364
by Lindsay Powell • 28 April 2026
Learn how Manchetts achieved FORS certification, enhancing safety & efficiency in vehicle recovery. Contact us for more information!
Truck loading bay with a white MAN truck outside under cloudy sky, viewed from a warehouse dock.
by Lindsay Powell • 28 April 2026
The new ATF lane at Manchetts Sleaford enhances MOT services. Visit us for efficient vehicle recovery & testing today!
Row of gray semi-trucks parked in a foggy lot
by Lindsay Powell • 28 April 2026
Explore electric vehicle advancements in recovery & workshops. Contact us for details on our new HGV EVs & training initiatives.
Manchetts Recruitment booth with “Careers in Patient Care” banner, table, and smiling seated staff member
by Lindsay Powell • 28 April 2026
Connect with future talent at careers fairs. Explore apprenticeship opportunities in vehicle recovery & workshops today!
Show More