Tech EV wins International award

Renault’s Trafic Van E-Tech electric has been awarded the International Van of the Year 2027 title by a European jury. Additionally, Honda Ireland has updated its 2027 Civic range with new sport features and improved transmission technology.
Why it matters
These developments highlight the ongoing shift toward electric commercial vehicles and the continuous refinement of internal combustion engine passenger cars in the European market.
Renault’s new Trafic Van E-Tech electric has been named International Van of the Year 2027.
Trish Whelan Renault’s Traffic van E-Tech electric has been named International Van of the Year 2027, winning the prestigious industry award by a unanimous vote of the 26-member jury representing 26 European countries.
The award was presented at the IAA Transportation Show in Hanover on 14 September 2026.
The van has a range of up to 450kms and a 10.3m turning circle - comparable with Renault Clio.
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