Make the right decision and select the van that will work best for your business, and you will find it quickly becomes an asset to your company. In fact, it will be key for you and your business. Considering your daily business needs will help you decide what size van will suit you best. If you’re transporting supplies from your local merchant to site, size will for sure need to come into play in terms of what van and type of van it is you end up buying.
There are some key points to consider
It does not matter if you need a vehicle to start pop-up retail outlets, transport stock, or reward your customers. From here, it is vital to select the best van for your business. Considering its many uses, a business van has now become a necessary purchase. It is key for most businesses. This is the case especially for start-ups. They will have the need to transport equipment and products to different parts of the country.
However, it is not easy to select the best van for your business. This is mainly because there are so many options. They can range in turn from expansive 15-passenger models like the ‘Chevrolet Express’ to compact MPVs like the ‘Mazda 5’. Not only this, you can also choose from a diverse range of stripped-down cargo variant if you want to haul equipment only.
The need for having a good load space too
So once you’ve thought about the weight of the loads you are likely to be carrying, you need to think about the load space you will need. Generally smaller vans have a lower payload than bigger vans. So if you carry lightweight items, a small van may have the payload capacity you need. However, it may fail to offer the actual physical space you need if what you are carrying is lightweight but large.
The available space inside a van is often provided in litres or square metres. This can be quite an abstract figure and be difficult to visualise. Therefore, the best thing to do if you are unsure about the kind of load space the van may offer is to go and look at different types of vans to get a feel for the load area.
Height is also a key factor
The height of the van may also be a deciding factor, depending on what you will carry. For instance, a removal van is likely to need to have a good height to fit in larger items. This is items such as items of furniture like a wardrobe. Whereas, someone carrying tools is unlikely to need so much height unless they wish to fit racking to permanently house equipment. Most manufacturers’ offer three different roof heights; low, medium and high. Bear in mind though these heights are not necessarily standard across manufacturers. So it is a good idea to check specific measurements if comparing similar van types from different manufacturers.
Overall
Gone are the days when having a van means putting up with uncomfortable journeys. So much has now changed. Today the majority of vans come equipped with car-like conveniences and comfort. But with so many features on offer, it is worth taking some time to consider what functions will benefit you. If you regularly complete long journeys, then comfort is likely to be quite important. You may want to look at models which offer a good range of seat adjustability and lumbar support. Or if you have several different drivers, you may want to consider a van with memory seat settings.
However, if staying up to date is imperative to your business, a model with the latest infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity is likely to be beneficial. Meanwhile, other functions like air conditioning, heated seats and steering wheel and automatic wipers help. Also, lights all help boost your comfort and convenience on the road.
