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Choosing the Right Van for Your Needs: 5 Tips to Avoid a Surprise
1. What size van do you need? The majority of vans come in 2 variants, 1 tonne and 1.5 tonne. Whilst this provides a measure of mass it does not assist in clarifying dimensions. Dimensions would be more relevant when moving bulkier items such as beds and longer items such as bookshelves, tables and so on. As an indication a Hyundai iLoad van and Toyota Hiace van would both be classified as 1 tonne however the later would provide upwards of 10% more volume. This could mean additional trips and more time spent in getting the job done.
For serious hauling, 1.5t vans are a good option providing almost 40% more volume and greater flexibility by generally having entry on both sides of the van.
2. Biggest is not always best: Consider your needs prior to booking a van. If a smaller van (say a 1 tonne) suffices, then this is the way to go. The smaller the van, the easier it will be to maneuver, the less fuel it will use and, most importantly, the lower the price will be. When comparing prices of van hire in Sydney, differences can be as up to 50%.