Commercial Van Solutions

Summertime means juicy fruit, cold ice cream, and refreshing lemonade. Refrigerated trucks , or “reefer trucks” help deliver fresh produce and other perishable freight to all parts of the country. If you’re hauling reefer freight, it’s important to maintain your trailer so you deliver undamaged and unspoiled goods. Hauling refrigerated cargo can be dangerous because if the trailer’s temperature gets too high or dips too low, your load could be ruined or make people sick. With these tips you can help keep your load safe, so everyone can enjoy the tastes of summer. Wash out your trailer :  If you’re hauling meat, blood can spread across the trailer floor and possibly contaminate your next load. To avoid this, be sure to wash out your trailer after each load. Some warehouses will have a hose you can use. Check the temperature :  Ask the shipper what temperature you should keep the load at. Being off even one degree can spoil the freight. Bacteria can grow if ...

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...

As a business owner or manager, you know the importance of watching every penny you spend. So when it comes to a refrigerated truck, you’ll need to decide if it makes better business sense to rent or buy. Should you invest in a refrigerated truck for your business? Or does it make more sense to continue to rent? CVS offers both options, with affordable refrigerated truck rentals and reasonably priced vans for sale. But which one is right for your business? Here are some factors that should go into your decision to rent or buy and some questions that can help you make this important decision. Questions to Ask Before You Rent or Buy a Refrigerated Truck How often will you use the truck? For many businesses, this is going to be the primary question that determines whether buying or renting makes the most sense for their business. If your business only needs a refrigerated van once or twice a year for festivals or other special events, then renting absolutely makes the most...

We all know that reefer vans all essentially have one function: to keep the cooling bay of the van cold. This is perfect for businesses and events that involve lots of perishables, but let’s look at a few other less conventional uses of our vans, not that you’ll use them this way, but it’s good to know other uses for those just in case days. Once you read our list of awesome other uses, you’ll no doubt be interested in renting or buying a reefer van for yourself.  Sitting Inside to Cool Down It’s no secret is hot. Really, really hot. With temperatures averaging around 70 degrees year round, cooling down is a year long necessity for locals. While it’s not built with interior seats, sitting in the cooling bay for a minute can be a real treat to beat the heat. In some medical emergencies, like cases of heat stroke or heat exhaustion, this can even save lives. We don’t suggest renting one of our vans for potential heat related first aid, but we wouldn’t stop...