Essential Guide to Van Specification: Core Components

If you've followed the previous steps, you should now have developed a good idea of the type of van that will meet your specific requirements. The next step is to identify detailed vehicle specifications. You will need to make sure that any sales person understands your precise requirements, for the range of vehicle components. This means you must have developed a clear idea of the components you need. This week's guide will look at key areas and requirements as detailed below.

The evaluation of your requirements should cover the following key areas:

• Wheelbase

• Body type

• Tyres/wheels

• Engine

• Fuel

• Transmission

• Cab type

• Active safety systems

• Security systems

• Environmental performance

We will focus on a few components each week, starting with wheelbase and body types. To view the Essential Guide to Van Specification: Core Components, please click here.