The new 76 registration plate launched on 1 September 2026, with businesses across the UK now collecting new vans and adding vehicles to their commercial fleets.
If you have recently collected a 76-plate van, or have one arriving over the coming months, it is worth arranging the graphics before putting it into regular service. Every journey made in an unbranded van is a missed opportunity to promote your business.
More New Vans Are Hitting UK Roads
Figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders show that 28,578 new vans, pickups and 4x4s were registered during July 2026. That represented an increase of 22% compared with July 2025 and marked the fourth consecutive month of market growth.
Registrations of larger vans weighing between 2.5 and 3.5 tonnes increased by almost 30%. These are the vehicles commonly used by tradespeople, construction companies, maintenance contractors, delivery businesses and service providers across Leeds and Yorkshire.
With the 76 plate now on the road, plenty more businesses will be collecting new commercial vehicles between now and the end of February 2027.
Start Advertising From the First Journey
A new van is a major investment, but it is also one of the most visible advertising platforms available to your business. It can promote your company while travelling between jobs, parked outside a customer’s property or sitting in traffic. An unbranded van does none of that.
Professionally designed van graphics can display your company name, logo, services, telephone number and website. Potential customers can immediately see who you are, what you do and how to contact you.
Arranging the graphics before the van enters regular service means you do not lose the first few weeks or months of valuable exposure.
You Do Not Need a Full Van Wrap
Branding a new commercial vehicle does not always mean paying for a complete wrap. The right option will depend on your budget, branding and the level of impact you want to achieve. Vinyl lettering and printed logos provide a clean, cost-effective way to display your company name and contact information. Inset panel graphics make greater use of the natural sections of the van without covering the entire vehicle.
A partial or half wrap introduces more colour, imagery and coverage. For maximum impact, a full wrap can transform almost the entire exterior of the van and create a completely new appearance.
At Paul Turner Signwriters, we can talk you through the options and help you choose the right graphics for your vehicle and budget.
Arrange the Design Before Your Van Arrives
You do not necessarily need to wait until the vehicle has been delivered before discussing the design. If you know the exact make, model, wheelbase, roof height and colour, much of the preparation can begin in advance.
Our design team can develop the graphics around your existing logo and branding. You will receive a visual showing how the finished design should look on the new van, giving you an opportunity to request any changes before production begins.
The process normally includes:
- Discussing the vehicle and the level of coverage required
- Supplying your logo, colours and contact information
- Creating a bespoke van branding visual
- Approving the design before production
- Manufacturing the graphics using quality vinyl
- Professionally installing the finished design
Starting early allows the fitting to be planned around the vehicle’s delivery date. Your new van can then be branded and ready for work with as little disruption as possible.
What Information Should You Put on Your Van?
Vehicle graphics need to communicate quickly. Someone may only have a few seconds to see and understand the design while your van is moving.
Your logo, company name and main contact details should be easy to identify. Depending on the business, it may also be helpful to include a short description of your services or the main areas you cover.
Avoid trying to include every service or sales message. A clear logo, a simple explanation of what you do and one or two ways to contact you will often be more effective than filling every available panel.
Protect the Appearance of Your New Vehicle
Van graphics do more than promote the business. Quality vinyl also provides an additional layer over the areas of paintwork it covers. This can help protect the covered surface from light scratches, minor stone chips and everyday road contamination. While graphics cannot prevent every type of damage, they can help the vehicle maintain a smart and professional appearance.
A newly delivered van also provides an excellent surface for installation. There are no old graphics to remove and generally less preparation is required than with an older working vehicle.
Keep Your Fleet Branding Consistent
If your new 76-plate van is joining an existing fleet, the graphics should match the vehicles you already operate. The design may need to be adjusted to suit a different make, model or body size. However, the logos, colours and overall appearance should remain consistent so that every vehicle is clearly part of the same business.
Our fleet wrapping service helps companies maintain a recognisable identity across cars, vans, trucks and specialist commercial vehicles. Whether you are adding one new van or replacing several vehicles, we can ensure the branding remains consistent.
Brand Your Van Before It Gets Too Busy
Once a new van enters service, finding time to take it off the road can become difficult. Jobs are booked, tools and equipment are loaded, and the vehicle quickly becomes an essential part of the business.
Arranging the graphics before collection, or shortly after the van arrives, helps avoid unnecessary disruption later. It also ensures the vehicle begins representing your company professionally from the outset.
If you already have a 76-plate van on order, now is the right time to begin discussing the design and arranging a fitting date.
Arrange Graphics for Your 76-Plate Van
Paul Turner Signwriters has been creating commercial vehicle graphics for businesses across Leeds, West Yorkshire and the UK for over 40 years.
From straightforward logo and lettering packages to inset graphics, partial wraps and complete vehicle transformations, we provide a full service covering design, production and professional installation.
If you have recently collected a 76-plate van or have one arriving soon, speak to us before it becomes fully booked into work. We can help you choose the right option and ensure it starts promoting your business from its first job.
Call us on 0113 287 1386, email info@paul-turner.co.uk or contact the Paul Turner team to discuss your new van graphics.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the 76 registration plate launch?
The 76 registration plate launched on 1 September 2026. It applies to new vehicles first registered between 1 September 2026 and 28 February 2027.
Can my van graphics be designed before the vehicle arrives?
Yes. If you can provide the exact make, model, year, wheelbase, roof height and colour, the design process can normally begin before you collect the van.
Do I need a full wrap for a new commercial van?
No. Options include vinyl lettering, printed logos, inset panel graphics, partial wraps and full wraps. The best choice will depend on your budget, branding and the impact you want to achieve.
Can you match the branding on my existing vehicles?
Yes. The design can be adapted to suit your new van while retaining the logos, colours and overall identity used across your existing fleet.
How soon should I arrange my van graphics?
It is best to enquire as soon as you know which vehicle you are ordering. This provides time for design, approval, production and installation before the van becomes busy with everyday work.
