Some Tips on Renting a Van

In case you find that you need a larger vehicle than what you already have for your everyday needs, you may just need to start looking for a good van rental company. If your work calls for occasional use of a van, and you don't want to buy one just for that part time usage, you can easily rent one on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis at a very reasonable cost. Or perhaps you are planning a family holiday away that may be a once a year event, then a rented van would be perfect to get you and your family wherever they wish to go, safely and comfortably.  Here are a few tips to help your decision.

1. Important details to always keep in mind when renting a van you must determine just how large a vehicle you will need and how large your load will be. Vans come in many different sizes and while a larger sized van may be right for a business trip; your pleasure requirements may not call for such a large vehicle. Van rental costs will vary according to size of the vehicle.

2. Plan to determine just what size Van you will need for the occasion. The Weight of your load is another consideration and this is also a safety issue that must be planned in advance. Do your needs require heavy lifting? Maybe a Trailer hire will be needed. If your load to be moved is heavier than the rental van is capable of hauling safely, this will create problems with regard to the brakes, steering, and transmission of power. Government regulations state the weight limitations of each commercial vehicle and it is against the law to overload a vehicle, especially when it comes to weight.

4. Insurance is very important to have on a rental van, the Rental Company will explain exactly how much insurance you will be required to carry when using the rental vehicle. You won't be charged too much because your insurance needs will be tailored to fit just what you require. Make sure the documentation is all there and that you understand what you have.

These are just a few tips to keep in mind when renting a Van. Call us on 011 262 5500 now to speak to one of our Van rental specialists about our current Van rental specials.