What is Van?

A van is a type of road vehicle used for transporting goods or humans. In terms of physical size, vans are usually larger than a passenger SUV, but smaller than a mini truck. Generally, there are 2 main types of vans: Cargo Van and Passenger Van.

Cargo Van

Cargo vans are designed specifically to transport goods and materials alongside 2 passengers only (including the driver). Besides the driver’s front cabin, the rest of the interior of a cargo van is emptied out to maximize the cargo space available for transporting goods and materials.

Most cargo vans have the capacity to carry and transport around 1 ton of combined payload in their cargo space. This makes it an excellent choice to transport limited size cargo and equipment.
 

Passenger Van

On the other hand, passenger vans are designed specifically to transport a small group of people from one location to another. Depending on size and design, most vans have a seating configuration to accommodate between 7 to 14 passengers (including the driver). Vans that a 15 seat capacity and above do exist but are less common. For project sites that do not need too many site workers, a passenger van is an excellent mode of transportation.

Passenger vans are basically cargo vans except that the cargo space has been converted and utilized to install passenger seats. As a result, passenger vans usually do not offer much cargo space to store passenger items.

Both cargo and passenger type vans usually come in 2 configurations: Standard Roof and High Roof.

The High Roof versions of vans are slightly taller than their Standard Roof counterparts. This extra height offers extra interior space as a result. For a cargo van, this means a slightly higher load capacity and slightly larger entry clearance for easier loading and unloading. For a passenger van, a higher roof makes it easier for passengers to board and alight the vehicle.

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1. Aside from the load capacity or the number of passenger seats, are there other factors that I need to consider when renting a cargo/passenger van?

Yes, you should consider some key factors as follows:

• Engine transmission: Automatic or Manual
• Fuel type: Diesel or Petrol
• Availability of air-conditioning
• Cargo space interior lining (cargo vans only)

2. Does the rental include a driver?

Not at the moment. However, you may talk to our Antbuildz.com Team if you need help sourcing a licensed van driver.

3. Can I rent a cargo/passenger van for as short as one day?

Yes, Antbuildz.com offers a flexible rental duration. You can rent a cargo/passenger van for as short as one day or up to months as per your requirement.

4. Is the rental covered with Machinery All Risk Insurance?

Antbuildz Machinery All Risk Insurance is only applicable to commercial equipment on a bare rental basis. Commercial vehicles is regulated under LTA rules and regulation. Hence, they are covered under pre-existing vehicle insurance instead of Antbuildz Machinery All Risk Insurance.