Essential Van Driving Tips to Remember

31 Jul Essential Van Driving Tips to Remember

Whether you are thinking about hiring a van to transport your items to your new property, or want a van where you can keep your business’ equipment and tools, there are a number of things you must remember if you’re hiring for the first time. Driving a van, whilst in many ways is just like driving a car, can be difficult initially – especially if you’ve never done it before. 

Fortunately, the team at Mayday Vehicle Rentals has written a short post that offers a few indispensable van driving tips for complete beginners. Read below to learn more, and if you’d like to hire a van in Bedfordshire today – please visit our website or call us on 01582 545454. 

Driving a Van for Work 

Hiring a van for work purposes is always a smart choice. Vans are versatile, and can be used in a number of ways – whether to store your equipment, transport your goods or give to employees to enable them to travel around. If you’re hiring for work, then it’s vital that you treat your van with care and ensure that it’s safe at all times. Should you be transporting your equipment, or loading and unloading goods from your van, then it’s important that you handle it carefully throughout. 

You need to make sure that weight is spread evenly, items are secured and you do not load the vehicle above its maximum capacity. What’s more, when you’re parking, it’s essential that you take your time as it can be more challenging to park a van compared to a car. If you need any parking assistance, it’s always worth asking a passenger or pedestrian for some guidance and extra eyes.

Driving a Van for other Purposes Including Leisure

Alongside this, there are some extra things to remember if you’re using a van for a different purpose. For instance, you might be using a van on a short-term basis – perhaps for a house move, short trip or holiday. We recommend that you get familiar with your van, getting to understand how the electrics operate, the dimensions of the van and how you can be comfortable when driving

You want to feel safe and calm whilst driving your van, so it’s crucial that you have a thorough check before you set off. Finally, make sure that you always take it slow and steady, and be aware of any blind spots – many vans have no rear-view mirror. So, it’s important to take extra care at all times.

Need Van Rental in Bedfordshire?

Thinking about renting a van for a house move or to help run your business? Mayday Vehicle Rentals is the company to come to. We are a well-established Luton van hire company, providing first-rate van hire services to all customers in the Bedfordshire area. Whatever your needs and requirements, we can supply you with a modern, well-maintained and professional van that suits your budget. From the Ford Transit Connect and Ford Transit Custom to the Ford Transit LWB Hi-Roof, we offer a number of excellent vans at affordable rates. 

Whether you would like a more economy, cheaper van or require something bigger with more space for belongings, we’ve got just the right solution for you. Our van rental in Bedfordshire is a smooth and straightforward process from beginning to end. We have an online booking system that enables you to choose your van, and following this, we provide all customers with a convenient collection and drop off service – making your life easier. 

With more than 20 years of experience behind us in delivering reliable van hire services, you can trust Mayday Vehicle Rentals for superior service and experience. If you would like to discuss our van rental in more depth, then please get in touch with us today. You can call us directly on 01582 545454, email us at [email protected] or drop us a message via the online contact form on our website. Our professional team is always here to help you find the optimal van hire for all your needs.