EV Café Takeaway

162: The CV Show | Nick Davison & Mike Costain

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Paul Kirby and John Curtis are joined by Mike Costain and Nick Davison from Nineteen Group, the organisers of the Commercial Vehicle Show (CV Show). Recorded in the run-up to the 2026 event (21–23 April at Birmingham NEC), the conversation dives into:

  • The growth of the CV Show, with over 330 exhibitors and a 30–35% increase from last year.
  • The EV Café Village and its 26 exhibitors, highlighting innovation in decarbonisation and electric vehicles.
  • New entrants to the UK market including Cherry, BYD, and returning brands like Stellantis, Renault, Ford, Maxus, and IVECO.
  • The launch of Bus & Coach Expo and the Ride & Drive experience, letting visitors test vehicles directly.
  • Why creating a buzzing, community-driven event matters for trade shows and how Nineteen Group builds that atmosphere.
  • The future of fleet electrification, the importance of infrastructure, and the role of the CV Show in supporting UK logistics and decarbonisation.

    • From magicians and networking to new product launches and industry insight, this episode captures the energy behind the UK’s leading commercial vehicle event.

    CV Show
    https://www.cvshow.com

    Nineteen Group
    https://www.nineteengroup.com

    Nick Davison
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-davison-94796614/

    Mike Costain
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-costain-794b8412/

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