We are excited to announce that entries are now open for the What Van? Awards 2026.
The awards are the most prestigious independent accolades in the UK’s LCV industry, with categories for fleet managers, suppliers and manufacturers.
Entries will be assessed by an experienced panel of independent judges, with the awards then handed out during a ceremony at the Hilton, London Bankside, on 3 December, 2025.
Entries should be submitted via the forms available at https://awards-wv.whatvan.co.uk/entry-process/, and should be emailed to awards@whatvan.co.uk. Entries should be kept to 750 words plus case studies.
The closing date for entries is 29 September.
Sponsors of the event include headline sponsor Warranty Solutions Group, award sponsors The AA, Driving for Better Business, and Rhino Products, and safety judge/sponsor Euro NCAP.
Entries are being sought in the following categories:
Industry Awards
Aftermarket Accessories Award
Converter of the Year
Customer Service Award
Green Innovation Award
Fleet Management Company Award
Green Telematics Award
Innovation Award
Leasing Company of the Year
Remarketing Company of the Year
Rental Company of the Year
Risk Management Award
Security Award
Technology Award
Telematics Award
Van Dealer of the Year
Van Insurer of the Year
Headline Awards
Fleet Manager of the Year
Fleet Risk Manager
In addition to the above, the following awards will also be presented. Entries are not required for these, with shortlists being selected by our judges.
Manufacturer Awards
Compact Van of the Year
Medium Van of the Year
Large Van of the Year
One to Watch Award
Pick-up of the Year
Safety Award
Used Van of the Year
Zero Emission Van of the Year
Headline Awards
What Van? Hall of Fame
Editor’s Choice
Van of the Year
