How to Choose a Cargo Van

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When transporting materials onsite and completing a job, a pickup truck might be the first vehicle that comes to mind. However, trucks aren’t your only option for a work vehicle. Cargo vans are just as effective in getting the job done. Here are some benefits to investing in a Sprinter cargo van as your work vehicle:

 

Cargo Protection

The main reason to invest in a cargo van is to protect your tools, materials, and other vocational assets. While pickup trucks come with plenty of space, only a cargo van comes equipped with covered cargo space that is secure, private, and weatherproof. With an enclosed cargo space, you protect your materials and tools from damage while minimizing the liability of unexpected road hazards. 

 

Customization

While you have more brand options when choosing a truck, those brands that offer cargo vans provide the options and configurations to meet your commercial needs. According to research by WorkTruckOnline, vans are easier and cheaper to upfit.

 

The Sprinter offers an Upfit solution designed to fit your business needs, whatever they may be. From plumbing and HVAC contracting to refrigeration and delivery services, there are configurations and design solutions for almost every vocation imaginable. Additionally, a Sprinter has more cargo space than its competitors and can be customized to haul up to 5000 lbs of equipment or product. With a partition and upfit package, you can organize your equipment better, work more efficiently, and be on your way to the next job in record time. 

 

Professional Appearance

Pickup trucks may be more fashionable appearance-wise. However, a cargo van is a more professional option for commercial use. They say you never get a second chance to make a first impression. The professional and commercial stylings of a Sprinter cargo van go a long way in terms of branding. 

 

If you own a van, you’re able to customize it by applying a van wrap or affixing your logo somewhere on the vehicle for a nominal fee. When you arrive at a job site or an event in a branded vehicle, it not only looks professional but also conveys expertise, dependability, and confidence. An added benefit is free, eye-catching advertising when you travel to a job site. 

 

Southport Truck Group is proud to represent the Freightliner Sprinter brand and carries a diverse inventory. Whether you're looking for an excellent value on a new or used vehicle or need help keeping your vehicle on the road where it belongs, we're here for you. Let us help you find the right Sprinter Van for your business needs! Call us today at 813-262-0890 (Tampa) /239-210-9450 (Fort Myers) or stop by our showroom.

 

Southport Truck Group is an authorized Freightliner Sprinter dealership in Southwest Florida.


Sources

https://goshare.co/the-best-vehicle-to-own-for-your-trucking-business/ 

https://www.smartservice.com/smart-service-blog/truck-vs-van-best-service-vehicle/ 

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