If you are thinking of hiring a van, there are a few things you need to consider. Here we take a brief look at them, together with the type of van that might meet your needs.
What do you need the van for?
1. If you are thinking of hiring a van to move some goods over a short distance, for example, within a city, a small van might be your best option. This kind of van will also mean you have room for a passenger.
2. If you need to move a substantial volume of cargo, always make sure you have established the weight with which your chosen van can cope and how much it is legally allowed to carry. Once you have established this, take a look at the space available in the van you are considering.
3. Finally, always consider unloading. If space may be tight, a sliding side door may help you deliver goods safely.
4. There are a wide range of choices for all sizes of vans, for example, if you are in the West Country and looking at van hire in Bristol. You can find plenty of options online at specialists such as autolynecarvanrental.co.uk/van-hire-bristol.
5. Small vans such as the Peugeot Partner are popular and you will find a variety of Ford transits with sliding doors or Luton vans if you are looking for high volume options.
Other things to consider
Always remember that there are some limits as to the kind of van you can drive on a standard driving licence. Check the categories you are covered to drive on your licence. Most drivers can drive a van up to 3,500kg. However, if you passed your test after 1st January 1997, you might need extra tests for vans between 3,500kgs to 7,500 kgs or tow a trailer.
Always remember you should ensure that the van that you hire meets your needs. This begins by making sure the van can carry not only the goods you wish to transfer, but also the people that you need at either end of your journey to load and unload goods.