"Right to repair": a strong signal and valuable message for the trades.

The law promoting the repair of goods passed the Bundesrat (Federal Council) on July 10, 2026. The law transposes the EU directive into national law and is scheduled to come into force on July 31 for most purchase contracts concluded from the end of July 2026 onwards. Kurt Krautscheid, President of the Koblenz Chamber of Skilled Crafts, comments on the new "right to repair".

Reforestation of forests to preserve drinking water

Only a healthy, green forest can ensure a balanced water supply. However, persistently high temperatures and drought are currently putting forests under pressure. Since water is an essential source of life, Krombacher supports the preservation of stable forests with a large-scale reforestation program.

Market overview of e-vans 2022 (Photo: © JuanPabloGonzales/123RF.com)

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Market overview: E-commercial vehicles 2022

Electromobility for trades and medium-sized businesses - Theme specials

June 2022

The selection is getting wider, the list longer: Our market overview shows the light commercial vehicles available on the market

This article is part of the special topic Electromobility for trades and medium-sized businesses

Most recently it was Fordthat with her e-transit enriched the list. They offer their Transporter icon in three lengths (L2, L3 and L4), plus two roof heights and versions as Double cab and chassisThe chassis do not fit into the overview, but all light commercial vehicles (i.e. up to 7,5 tonnes) with a box body, including the double cab, are.

Simply click on the image and download the PDF! Photo: © Verlagsanstalt HandwerkNot all have complete technical data available; in the case of Ford, the lists are still so fresh that not all versions have the complete information. In addition, there are announced models such as the electrified version of the Kangoo and Citan, but no technical information or price lists are available yet. Buzz ID of VW Commercial Vehicles is announced, but much more than that it is coming is not yet available.

Download market overview ►► This table contains all models currently available on the market. This information is based on manufacturer information and is current as of June 2022.

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Text: Stefan Buhren / handwerksblatt.de

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