Top vans for tradesmen
Best commercial vehicles for tradesmen
Commercial vehicles have come a long way in the past few years. Gone are the days of an inferior driving experience, limited technology and purely functional cabins; vans now come with all sorts of handy features, from Bluetooth to the ability to become a mobile office. Here, we investigate the best vans on the market for tradespeople.
Ford Transit Connect
It’s no real surprise that a variant of the Ford Transit makes the cut. The Transit name is synonymous with a practical van of a certain size, and the Connect is great for a range of trades. As well as a maximum payload of 1,000kg (L2 model), it has the capacity to transport long items such as ladders and pipes. There’s also a sliding side door and a rear cargo door to make loading and unloading simple.
Volkswagen Transporter
The Transporter is perhaps the biggest rival for the Transit and with good reason. Not only is it smart and stylish, it is also available in a range of sizes, with the smallest iteration able to carry 1,331kg. It can comfortably accommodate racking solutions as well as long or tall items thanks to varying roof heights and wheelbases, and there are several seating options too. On-board technology includes Bluetooth and a DAB radio, both of which can be accessed via a touch screen in the central console on selected trims.
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Dropside
Again, this is a commercial vehicle that offers choice to meet a range …
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