Commercial Van Solutions

It’s no secret that many drivers have trouble reversing their vehicle. Many times, it’s either their own lack of mobility or the feeling that nothing bad will really happen while driving in reverse. Regardless of the reason, collisions do occur when backing, but that can easily change. One of the things to realize is, whether you back up into or out of a driveway or parking space, there is risk. You may not be able to eliminate all of the risk, but you can certainly reduce it. Vehicle Blind Spots Part of the issue of reversing is the fact your vehicle suffers from blind spots around each side of the vehicle, which makes it difficult to see vehicles, people and objects from the driver’s vantage point. The rear area on passenger vehicles has a blind spot area anywhere from 20 to 50 feet. Although that may sound unrealistic, it’s true. The higher the trunk lid, the more it hides from the view of the driver. The shorter the driver sits in the seat, the more it affects what ...

Like most people, I love most surprises. Birthdays, holidays and just a nice little surprise every now and then kicks the day off to a great start. However, there are surprises that no one really enjoys—like when your vehicle breaks down without much of a warning. Nonetheless, with careful attention, some early-warning markers can be easily identified, thus minimizing the occurrence of unforeseen vehicle mishaps. One of the best ways to ensure those nasty surprises won’t happen is to conduct a pre-trip inspection of your personal vehicle. Although many people consider this something only commercial drivers do, it’s also something  every  driver should do. It doesn’t take as long as a commercial pre-trip inspection, but it can serve a similar purpose. Begin at the Rear of the Vehicle A pre-trip inspection for most passenger vehicles should take roughly a minute or two. Be prepared for a few additional minutes if you spot something wrong. Begin at the rear ...

VADODARA: Around a fortnight after home grown dairy giant Am .. Read more at: http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/articleshow/61611401.cms?utm_source=sniply&utm_campaign=sniply&utm_medium=sniply&utm_source=contentofinterest&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=cppst VADODARA: Around a fortnight after home grown dairy giant Am .. Read more at: http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/articleshow/61611401.cms?utm_source=sniply&utm_campaign=sniply&utm_medium=sniply&utm_source=contentofinterest&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=cpp Understand van insurance There are many factors to consider when purchasing a new van; ranging from usage costs to payload and load capacity. Of course, once you’ve bought your van you’ll have to get it insured, and the cost of this can vary widely depending on a number of different factors. For that reason, it’s worth doing some research upfront on van insurance groups as this affect how much money you have t...

BY having a van you can earn a living; although you can lose your investment if you are not adequately covered by the right kind of policy if you ever need to make a claim.  It could leave you unable to replace stolen tools and equipment or without a van at all. Since there are so many ways a van can be used for commercial gain, van insurance costs differ considerably according to the size, model and intended use. Different but obvious factors contribute to increasing the cost of the insurance such as overseas travel and use, the types of goods transported, inclusive legal protection and of course, the make, age and model of the van. There are many other less obvious factors. Specialised cost Some specialised factors significantly increase the insurance cost. These include, Young Drivers: Drivers under 25 are considered high-risk. The insurance cost is very high for all young drivers and it is next to impossible to find affordable van insurance for young...

Are you a van owner concerned about leaving your vehicle unattended? Don’t fret, because all you need is a reliable security method for protecting your van from theft. You can use alarms, locks, window security, and more. It’s even better to deploy a combination of security options – sometimes, standard locks aren’t enough. Moreover, you can pay attention to a few other things to keep your van safe and secure, such as, your parking location and opting for a certain insurance. So, what exactly you can do to keep the thieves away? Let’s find out: 1. Van alarms Although most vans come equipped with a standard electronic alarm system, it’s wise to ensure it includes an immobiliser as well. Immobilisers stop thieves from being able to hot-wire your car. You can choose from standard and intelligent immobilisers. Although standard devices do the job, intelligent immobilizers are better. They are securer and can protect your van from even the most experienced thief....

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...

141,872 commercial vehicles took to the roads performing all kinds of jobs from delivering cargo and installing cable boxes to filling potholes and fixing power lines. One of the biggest problems these workers encounter is hauling their equipment around and storing it a generic work van. Are you always on the road and think your van could use a little organization? If so, van shelving might be the perfect solution to keeping your tools in order so you can get the job done, without the hassle. In this article, we’re diving into six ingenious van shelving hacks you can use in your vehicle today to make your life a lot easier. Grab your keys, we’re getting started. 5 Genius Van Shelving Ideas  Do you ever struggle to find the tool or material you’re looking for only to realize its under a pile of cables or hidden away under equipment? Do you seem to never have enough space? If you answered yes to any of those questions then you’ll want to read on to fin...