Your go-to resource for how to drive a van in any scenario. Whether you're a beginner or facing specific challenges like icy roads, heavy traffic, or driving a long-wheelbase van, the guide provides practical tips to enhance safety, efficiency, and ease on the road. From dealing with bad weather to handling unique features like tail lifts, this guide ensures you're well-prepared for every situation.
Driving a van may seem intimidating, especially for those who are used to driving smaller vehicles. However, with the right knowledge and preparation, it can become second nature. Whether you're a beginner or need specific tips for different situations, we've got you covered. Here’s everything you need to know to handle a van confidently and safely.
How to drive a large van:
Gov Guidance: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/driving-a-van
Walkaround van checks: https://mattersoftesting.blog.gov.uk/encouraging-the-uk-to-be-van-smart/
Familiarise yourself with the van’s controls, adjust mirrors, and drive smoothly to account for its size, with hirefleet providing pre-hire briefings on features like those in their Luton vans to boost confidence.
Drive slowly, use mirrors frequently, and anticipate oncoming traffic, with hirefleet’s small van hire options offering easier manoeuvrability for navigating tight spaces safely.
A standard Category B driving licence covers vans up to 3.5 tonnes, and hirefleet ensures their vans, like the long-wheelbase models, are accessible with no additional licence required.
Check all mirrors and use indicators early, with hirefleet’s vans equipped with large side mirrors and optional cameras to help drivers manage blind spots effectively.
Inspect tyres, lights, brakes, and fluid levels, and ensure the load is secure, with hirefleet conducting thorough pre-hire checks and providing guidance to ensure safe operation.
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