Q: Can I drive a van on a car license?
A: As long as the maximum gross (loaded) weight of the van is not more than 3.5 tonnes, you can drive a van on a car license.
Q: How old do I need to be to hire a van?
A: Legally, you can drive any van up to 3.5 tonnes from the age of 17, assuming you have a valid car (category B) licence. However, the reality is that insurance costs mean that many van hire companies require you to be 25, although there are some which will rent to people age 21 upwards.
Q: I am still learning to drive. Can I drive a van on a provisional licence with a qualified passenger like I can with a car?
A: Legally you can, but you will not find a rental company who will allow this. Hiring vehicles is for qualified drivers only, unfortunately.
Q: Are vans difficult to drive?
A: Modern vans are very easy to drive, with power steering, dashboard-mounted gear sticks and smooth, strong turbo-diesel engines. In fact they can sometimes feel a little too much like a car - you need to remember that your van will be bigger and heavier than a car and require a lot more care and forward planning, especially when loaded.
Remember to take it easy on roundabouts and corners, plan further ahead than normal and adjust the wing mirrors before you set off, and you should have no problems.
Q: What do I do if my rented van breaks down?
A: We provide full breakdown cover for all their vehicles. There should be details of who to call in the vehicle, and so you should simply be able to make a call and have a breakdown service come out to you.
If it can't be fixed at the roadside, you will either be provided with a replacement van or taken (with your van and possessions) to your final destination (and back again!)