Commercial Van Solutions

The UK food and drinks industry is a challenging place to be right now, and many businesses may be struggling to compete. With customers expecting fast and flexible service, could  refrigerated van hire help your fleet to keep up with the demand for deliveries? Supermarkets struggle The food and drinks industry is competitive at the best of times, and now a recent report from Kantar Worldpanel shows that UK grocery sales have fallen for the first time in two decades. The reported value of sales fell by 0.2% for the 12 weeks to 9 November, in comparison to the same period last year. Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury’s and Morrisons all suffered from falling sales figures, but sales at budget supermarket Aldi flew up by more than 25%, while sales at Lidl also rose by 16.8%. Big supermarket chains have had a difficult period as shoppers head to discount retailers. Grocery prices have also been pushed down by 0.4% thanks to fierce price competition between supermark...

“To have or not to have a  sprinter work van , that is a question?” I apologize for paraphrasing that monument of English literature that Shakespeare is but that may be a question you are considering when thinking about buying a van. Here are a few ideas to convince you to buy a  sprinter work van . Starting your own business. Having a van is one of the recognizable signs of business owners. From the building company to the courier company, vans are essential for many activities. Whether you need one to carry supplies or products a van can be of great help as your business grows. You could also consider making and delivering sandwiches for other companies what about creating your own burrito van or your wheeled pub or café. Having a big family When you have more than 3 children you need to invest in a van, that’s a necessity. Yes forget about the estate you loved to drive or your powerful 4x4, vans are your only solution.  Moving Home and Home Improv...

For many companies, vehicles are the workhorses, carrying  tools, equipment, and workers  to job sites, day in and day out. As such, the company van is a core purchase that defines the kind of work you carry out, the types of customers you serve, and the sorts of employees you hire. The size and versatility of a van impact its capabilities; make sure to  consider towing capacity, mileage, cargo space, and other specifications uniquely required by your company’s services . What are some reasons you need to choose a cargo van for your business: Fuel savings!  When choosing a cargo van, you have to choose an incredibly fuel efficient van – not only will it help the environment but you’ll also get better mileage for less money. And with all the competition out there, many cargo van makers are taking fuel efficiency very seriously, with some vans ranging 22 miles a gallon. Most cargo vans available today are far more efficient and a lot of them are c...

  If you’re intending to drive a van in the UK it’s best to be up to date with the latest rules and regulations before hitting the road. Failure to meet these guidelines might mean penalty points on your license and a hefty fine, or in more serious cases, losing your license altogether. That’s why we’ve put together a list of some of the most important laws you’ll need to remember before you take your van out for a spin. We’ve listed the potential repercussions of breaking these laws too, so you won’t be in for any nasty surprises should something go wrong. Let’s get started then. Eligible to Drive a Van? A fairly obvious place to start. Are you even allowed to be driving a van? There are a few basic requirements here and unless you meet each of them, you shouldn’t even be putting the key in the ignition. Van Weight Anybody with a standard driving license (also known as ‘Category B’) can drive a van that weighs up to 3,500kg. Anything heavier than this and there ...