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A van is a type of road vehicle used for transporting goods or people. Depending on the type of van, it can be bigger or smaller than a truck and SUV, and bigger than a common car. There is some varying in the scope of the word across the different English-speaking countries. The smallest vans, microvans, are used for transporting either goods or people in tiny quantities. Mini MPVs, compact MPVs, and MPVs are all small vans usually used for transporting people in small quantities. Larger vans with passenger seats are used for institutional purposes, such as transporting students. Larger vans with only front seats are often used for business purposes, to carry goods and equipment. Specially-equipped vans are used by television stations as mobile studios. Postal services and courier companies use large step vans to deliver packages.

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  1. townfanjon

    Van alarms / security

    Guys I just wondered what you use as van security. I am considering buying a pir detector type system so when the alarm goes off , it also rings my phone so I can find a big stick !!! The vans never far away . Any of you recommend such a system ? Thanks in advance
  2. O

    Berlingo van fitting .....

    hi lads, I'm going to get a new van and wanted ask you guys about safety locks, van racking and a pipe tube. What would you guys recommend me to buy and installed to make it more safe ? I was thinking about those armaplates for safety locks, Perhaps van guard for roof rack and pipe tube...
  3. ShaunCorbs

    One Thing, well two ;)

    One thing you couldnt live without in your van or car other than whats included (eg radio and satnav etc) and one thing if money wasnt an object ;)
  4. Scott_D

    Van repairs - finding garages

    Does anyone else struggle with van repairs? None of the local garages will work on vans and the main dealer is miles away The starter motor on my Trafic needs replacing, just had quote for £500 from the only nearby garage that are interested
  5. townfanjon

    Do you like my new van

    Do you think I should get it signwritten
  6. C

    Hi, I was looking into getting a new van and ended up here!

    Hi all, as said I was researching new vans as my old trusty Hi-Ace workhorse that I bought new 13 years ago is being put to pastures new sometime in the next year and somehow or other I stumbled across these forums and decided to sign up. I've been self-employed for the past 14 years and worked...
  7. bright spark

    Another plumber van question???

    Hello lads, How ye doing, I've been working out of a Renault Trafic for years. Have had several, no probs believe it or not. Have to get a bigger van now. Was gonna get a master. 1 of the brothers has 1. Pretty good but has probs with door handles and brakes. Any thoughts on similar size vans...
  8. Darren Jackson

    What was the first Vehicle you ever bought?

    Back in the 80's as a young apprentice it quickly became evident that transport was essential in this game. Lugging tools around on a bus was not much fun...So as soon as I turned 17 I applied for my provisional licence and took up driving lessons. Passed first time wohoo & for my 18th birthday...
  9. moonlight

    How often do you tidy your van

    Nice day today thought I had better sort the van out. It's surprising how much junk I keep in there. Well it's sort of tidy ready for the boiler tomorrow. :p:D
  10. Lou

    Plumber has van broken into in Staffordshire.

    Be vigilant out there! This guy has his tools stolen from his van in Staffordshire. WATCH: Plumber left with bill after tools taken from van
  11. C

    Do you run a van on adblue?

    Does anyone else run any vans with ad blue? Im surprised how much mine uses!
  12. Dan

    Essex Van Thefts - 40 vans in 4 days - share this!!

    AN organised crime gang is believed to be targeting vehicles across the borough in search of tools after more than 37 cars and vans were broken into in four days. One woman told how her carpenter husband has been left unable to work after thieves snatched £3,000 worth of equipment. Eleven of...
  13. Jock Spanners

    Van Guard Pipe Carrier

    Hi Everyone, I'm curious - I recently bought a Van Guard Tube Carrier and I'm really disappointed with it. Quite simply it isn't waterproof. If it rains the tube is soaked the whole length and any copper tube inside is tarnished after only a day or so. Has anyone got the same tube carrier and...
  14. M

    Van scratched...

    Parked near my place, on the street, as it has been pretty much every night for the past 2 1/2 years, yet last night some scumbag decided to key my van right along one side of it. Long and deep. I am fecking FUMING! Jealous POS in one second ruined a van I worked my bum off to buy, kept...
  15. jaydebruyne

    Min Van Stock

    We had a a gas Inspection at the firm once and I was given a minimum van stock list which I've lost.. Had stuff like 2 port valves etc Anyone heard of this and has a copy? I have my 1st Inspection on Friday :/
  16. T

    Grab Your New 17 Plate Van Now with Vansdirect!

    If you have any questions on the offers available, please drop me an email at [email protected] or complete a Contact Us form on the Vans Direct Website
  17. T

    SAVE £1,000's on a New Van NOW!

    Vansdirect Clearance Sale Large selection of vans in stock, with free delivery in up to 5 days! If you have any questions on the offers available, please drop me an email at [email protected] or complete a Contact Us form on the Vans Direct Website
  18. AlexGas

    Plumbers escape after van catches fire...

    Plumbers escape after van catches fire in Southend street (From Echo)
  19. Leo21

    Good van for sale soon.

    A guy I knows retiring, he's got a blue swb Toyota hiace. He'll be selling it in three months. im sure it's an 09 with about 40k in it. He's had it serviced at my local garage, I know because I normally pick him up. He keeps his stuff really nice, it's not mint, but not far off. I don't even...
  20. G

    Van broken into - all power tools stolen

    Word of warning, the van was dead locked all round with expensive dead locks http://www.locks4vans.co.uk/products_locks_deadlocks.html No problem what so ever the side door was just bent back and in they go. The locksmith is now saying have a Clifford alarm fitted in stead of locks Stay safe...
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